Over the past year, 22% of US adults have had to forgo prescription medications due to the cost. About one-quarter needed to see a doctor but could not afford it.
Meta reverse: Seven months after an all-in pivot to the metaverse, the company is on shaky ground. Downsizing staff and freezing hiring and investments signals an uncertain future for the metaverse.
Connected TV to draw users and time spent in the US: CTV is vying with smartphones and tablets for consumer attention while generating advertiser interest, our forecast shows.
Repairability could be a key smartphone feature: Google and Apple now allow users to fix flagship phones. This is a huge advantage over competitors that focus on deals for new phones.
Sports betting is becoming a major growth opportunity: in a test that competitors are watching very closely, FuboTV is bringing sports betting to its TV apps.
‘90 million attacks daily’: As the cybersecurity industry suffers from an onslaught of attacks and burnout, companies issue layoffs. The education sector could help build a higher-security future.
Tiny tech, big effect: A microlens can be a low-cost device to enhance solar’s efficiency. But commercialization might depend on testing that shows it will maintain solar’s low flammability status.
Future of work, focus on CX trends are powering Airbnb success: The travel platform’s growth come as the rest of the travel industry sees mixed results.
Digital media formats are poised for growth in US and Canada: Total media consumption will decrease this year as pandemic-inspired habits calm.
Nearly half of global consumers have changed their payment habits as they feel the squeeze of current market conditions, per a Paysafe report.
Videos are becoming part of Reels: It's part of Instagram's push to increase time spent within its TikTok competitor.