Gen Z stories
BNPL popularity surges as young Australians demand flexible payments
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One in three Australian online shoppers use BNPL services, with Gen Z and Millennials driving a rise in demand for flexible payments like PayPal Pay in 4.
AI now integral to workplace routines & software decisions
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A TrustRadius study reveals 95% of professionals use AI weekly, with 69% using it daily, reshaping workplace routines and software choices.
Two NZ startups team up to make mental health support for employees more affordable
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Two NZ startups, Employment Hero and Clearhead, join forces to make affordable mental health support accessible for employees in small businesses.
Young UK hospitality staff face higher shift stress than Gen X
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Young UK hospitality staff face more shift unpredictability and stress than Gen X, with 73% of Gen Z reporting last-minute changes to their schedules.
Australian crypto adoption grows as 22% invest in digital assets
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Gemini's report reveals 22% of Australians now invest in cryptocurrencies, with growing trust and regulation driving mainstream adoption of digital assets.
Australians risk scams as poor cyber habits cost AUD $87,000
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Australians lost over AUD $87,000 to scams last year, with risky cyber habits like password reuse and oversharing on social media putting many at threat.
Gen Z drives surge in BNPL use as PayPal Pay in 4 gains ground
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Gen Z in Australia favours Buy Now Pay Later over credit cards, boosting PayPal Pay in 4's market share as BNPL use hits 37%.
Holiday shoppers demand faster, greener delivery but shun extra fees
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Holiday shoppers demand quick, eco-friendly delivery but resist paying extra, with UK consumers showing low confidence in on-time arrivals, survey reveals.
OnShout launches digital platform to end unwanted gift wastage
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Auckland-based OnShout launches a digital platform enabling collaborative gift contributions, aiming to cut unwanted presents and reduce waste in New Zealand.
Gen Z drives surge in UK tech subscriptions as ownership declines
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UK device subscriptions have surged 57% year-on-year, driven by Gen Z who prefer flexible access over ownership amid rising costs and eco concerns.
AI adoption remains low as event planning roles & timelines shift
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A VenueNow survey finds AI adoption low in Australasian event planning, with 71% of corporate clients spending over five hours booking venues amid shifting roles.
Canadians trust AI search tools less than lawmakers, survey finds
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A dNOVO survey reveals Canadians trust AI search tools least of all sectors, with a score of 1.91, even below lawmakers at 2.08.
Australian creators embrace generative AI to grow & innovate
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Ninety percent of Australian creators now use generative AI, boosting business growth and creative output, reveals Adobe's first Creators' Toolkit Report.
Bunnings tops retail trust while majors lag on value & fun
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Bunnings tops Australia's 2025 Retail Proposition Index, while Coles and Woolworths lag in value, fun and trust among shoppers, says OC&C survey.
Young UK drivers prioritise car maintenance over holidays & tech
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Young UK drivers favour investing in car maintenance and upgrades over holidays, nights out and tech, with 67% confident in DIY fitting of parts.
Gen Z sees biggest AI potential in education, survey finds
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Survey finds Gen Z in Canada and the US views education as AI's biggest opportunity, favouring personalised tutoring and adaptive learning systems.
AI-powered tools reshape the Canadian holiday shopping journey
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Nearly half of Canadian holiday shoppers plan to use AI tools for gift research, marking the first AI-powered festive season in Canada, says Google Canada.
Young UK shoppers risk scams for festive gifts via AI & social
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Many young UK shoppers risk scams by using AI and social media for festive gifts, despite widespread concerns over online holiday shopping risks.
Social media & AI drive riskier holiday shopping in the UK
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Norton reports UK millennials and Gen Z face rising holiday scam risks as 66% take risky steps, driven by growing use of social media and AI in shopping.
New Zealanders risk scams as shortcuts drive holiday shopping
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New Zealanders risk scams this holiday season by sharing personal data for discounts and shopping via social media, as AI-fuelled frauds rise, Norton warns.