Vodafone and Three UK’s proposed £15 billion merger faces opposition by the CMA and could reshape the UK telecom landscape and current consolidation trend.
Samsung takes on Apple with chatbot smartphone integration: Its Galaxy S24 will use Baidu’s Ernie in an AI-enabled device pivot to take on Apple’s dominance.
By offering in-app purchases and bypassing Apple’s fees, the music streaming app leads the charge in dismantling the walled garden. Will other apps follow?
On today's podcast episode, we discuss the digital habits across generations: what baby boomers' top digital activity is, Gen X's approach to all things digital, and how much more time Gen Zers actually spend on social media over other generations. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Paola Flores-Marquez and vice president of research Jennifer Pearson.
On today’s episode of The Banking & Payments Show podcast, we discuss the most important banking trends that we expect to see in 2024. We examine the big headlines from our Banking Trends to Watch in 2024 report, such as risky banking as a service partnerships, the social media players pushing the boundaries of banking, the disruption caused by AI and new developments with digital wallets. In a new segment called "Place Your Bets," using a total of 10 points, we allocate points to different trends to predict their likelihood of coming true. Listen to the conversation with guest host Marcus Johnson and our analysts Tiffani Montez and David Morris.
Nearly 4 in 5 people in the US own a smartphone, per our March 2023 forecast. US adults check their phones an average of 114 times each day, and usually do so within the first 10 minutes of waking, per a Reviews.org study.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss why gaming is a digital advertising hotbed, how consumers are embracing shoppable media, and what happens now that the ride-sharing industry has bounced back. Tune in to the discussion with our forecasting writer Ethan Cramer-Flood.
AI hardware costs are rising, and subscription models may help manage server expenses. Cloud and AI app owners could see significant benefits.
Samsung’s Galaxy S24 Integrates AI using Google Cloud and services. Adoption by a broader audience could put pressure on Apple and Android rivals.
CNN restructures for digital consumption: Aiming to captivate mobile-first audiences with new content and subscriptions
On today's podcast episode, our contestants compete in The Great Behind the Numbers Take Off, 2024 video trends edition, where they will try and cook up the most interesting predictions for the coming year. They'll discuss why Amazon will begin its ascension to become the second-most important company in streaming advertising, how more creators and brands will embrace AI to create videos, and what to expect from streaming platform consolidation. Tune in to the discussion with our director of Briefings Jeremy Goldman and analysts Ross Benes and Daniel Konstantinovic.
Apple now leads in global smartphone shipments, highlighting its dominance in the premium market segment and the rise of Android competitors.
SpaceX’s Starlink successfully tests orbital-to-mobile connectivity, overcoming technical hurdles and promising global network expansion and potential mobile network evolution.
Various startups demonstrate features in health tracking, mobile payments, and AI integration, which could help push adoption. Will Big Tech soon follow suit?
The company is restructuring several teams, laying off 1,000, and refocusing on AI development. A more streamlined org structure could foster long-term innovation.
From the rise of foldable smartphones, the shift in ad spend from browsers to apps, and the growth of shoppable media, these predictions from our analysts reveal how evolving consumer behavior will impact the mobile market.
Amazon’s live-streaming service plans to lay off 500 employees amid profitability struggles and surging operational costs—revealing that popularity and engagement don’t always result in profits.
Consumer spending in 2023 reached $171 billion, a 3% increase YoY. Growth in non-gaming apps and genAI signal shifting dynamics, setting the stage for innovation in 2024.
On today's podcast episode, our contestants compete in The Great Behind the Numbers Take Off, 2024 mobile trends edition, where they will try and cook up the most interesting predictions for the coming year. They'll discuss how shoppable media will evolve on mobile devices, where mobile ad dollars are moving to, and why foldable phones are here to stay. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Peter Newman, Andrew Spink, and Yory Wurmser.
On today's podcast episode, our contestants compete in The Great Behind the Numbers Take Off, 2024 tech trends edition, where they will try and cook up the most interesting predictions for the coming year. They'll discuss how on-device AI features will boost flagging PC and smartphone sales, what happens when GenAI makes content less trustworthy, and how immersive media will take a qualitative leap. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Jacob Bourne, Gadjo Sevilla, and Yory Wurmser.