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Facebook expands into hardware with ‘Portal’ video chat screens

October 8, 2018

Facebook is launching two video call devices that use is Messenger platform and Alexa’s smart assistant, but the AI zooming feature is sparking privacy concerns.

Brexit to impact UK and European app services

October 8, 2018

Brexit is likely to disrupt the UK and Europe applications development and maintenance (ADM) services markets in the coming months, according to new research.

“Alexa, process all my sales orders for the day”: Why voice is the future of eCommerce

October 5, 2018

With ever more people using voice assistants to shop, are retailers missing a trick? Mike Cockfield, CEO at Khaos Control Solutions, looks at how business can quickly implement voice technology to offer customers a buying process that is as simple and effortless as possible.

Kids prefer mobiles and tablets to holidays, toys and pets

October 5, 2018

One in three British parents believe their kids value their phones and tablets more than any other possession or activity, while they also believe by the age of eight their children will understand the way modern gadgets work better than they do themselves.

New tech, new dangers? Drivers concerned about car-hacking

October 3, 2018

While motoring technology is evolving and cars are now fitted with the most advanced gadgets and systems, it’s possible that motorists are exposing themselves to a new threat – hackers.

Google metrics: YouTube and display ads get MRC approval

October 3, 2018

Google has announced new Media Rating Council (MRC) accreditations across Google advertising products, including Google Ads, Google Marketing Platform (specifically Display & Video 360 and Campaign Manager), and Google Ad Manager.

Industry’s most important digital trends: Chatbots, mobile payments and voice assistants

October 3, 2018

Chatbots are still at the top spot as the digital trend considered most important for organisations to embrace in the coming months, according to a new survey.

Top CRM tips: 3 ways delivery trackability can fast-track customer loyalty

October 1, 2018

In today’s connected world, customers expect delivery and tracking options as standard for their online shopping. Andy Hill, Sales Director at Sorted looks at three ways retailers can harness trackability to empower customers and reinforce customer loyalty.

Global research reveals parents’ views on how technology is impacting children under 9

September 25, 2018

One in three British parents believe their kids value their phones and tablets more than any other possession or activity, while they also believe by the age of eight their children will understand the way modern gadgets work better than they do themselves.

Amazon top ecommerce destination for UK millennials

September 19, 2018

Amazon is now the number-one online retail destination for UK millennials according to a new study.