Today’s consumers have high expectations of brands and retailers. They want to shop seamlessly across digital and physical channels, they want to get from inspiration to purchase as quickly as possible, and they prioritize value above all else.
From voice-activated AI to cutting-edge wearables, Meta's latest updates signal a push to dominate emerging tech markets.
Adding to its suite of customization tools, the use of AI could help enhance subscriber interest amid price hikes and provide personalized music suggestions.
Facebook and YouTube dominate, but the rise of unverified stories poses a challenge to credible reporting.
While details are minimal, the duo’s vision could challenge how we interact with AI in a smartphone-driven world.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what would happen if TikTok is (or isn’t) banned in America, what marketers get most wrong about consumers, will AI smartphones be impactful right out of the gate, will most companies eventually ask employees to be in the office five days a week, the world's favorite drinks, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Blake Droesch, Bill Fisher, and Carina Perkins.
With six months to comply or face a formal inquiry, Apple must open its walled garden, putting its privacy defenses at odds with regulatory pressure.
Innovations like streaming, AI tools, and autonomous tech are fueling demand, but spectrum limitations threaten future network capacity.
Among social media platforms, Facebook (excluding Facebook Messenger), Instagram, and TikTok users spent less time on the social media apps in June 2024 compared with the year prior, per data by Comscore.
Packed with tools and safeguards against scraping for AI training, Fab sets a new standard for protecting creators while boosting innovation.
Verizon slashes 4,800 jobs: With 5G growth slowing, Verizon is buying rivals and cutting staff, sparking fears of weakened service and higher prices in a shrinking telecom market.
With AI delays and sluggish preorders, the iPhone 16 launch is testing investor patience and could signal trouble ahead for the tech giant.
It urges stricter rules to protect minors from overspending in games like Fortnite and Minecraft.
Amazon didn’t waste time weaving ads into genAI search results: Just a few months after rolling out the Rufus chatbot, the retail giant is testing tailored ads based on search terms and context.
Huawei’s tri-fold Mate XT Ultimate Design appeals to innovation seekers, yet steep pricing and market restrictions could hinder its full potential.
Despite allowing cross-posting between Instagram and Threads, Meta’s lack of a clear messaging system for Threads reveals ongoing confusion about the apps’ integration.
The absence of Apple Intelligence at launch and limited language support may hinder consumer interest and slow early adoption.
The platform introduces stricter controls to curb illegal content but may alienate its privacy-conscious user base.
Declining political support and economic reliance on the platform suggest a ban may be unlikely, despite ongoing legal threats.
Integrated AI services across devices could supercharge iPhone sales and subscriptions.