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Top 7 smart tech: Laundry folding robots and recipe suggesting fridges among most wanted

February 20, 2019

Smart thermostat which automatically adjusts based on an individual’s body temperature, is the smart technology Brits would most like to have in their home, according to new research.

Ten ways AI is transforming sales

February 19, 2019

How exactly is AI transforming sales? James Isilay, CEO, Cognism, identifies ten key areas where technology will revolutionise the sales process.

How broadcasters are embracing programmatic for TV

February 15, 2019

Programmatic ‘key driver of UK digital media quality improvements in 2020’

Broadcasters and pay TV operators are recognising more and more then benefits of programmatic trading. In its latest insights report, ‘Cracking the programmatic conundrum’ the FreeWheel Council for Premium Video Europe (FWCE) looks at the advantages of programmatic advertising, and how this automated technology is being incorporated into the TV and premium video ecosystem.

Verizon Media uses VR and 360º video to bring Abu Dhabi’s tourism destinations to life

February 13, 2019

Verizon Media has launched a new VR 360º video experience, offering users the opportunity to virtually explore some of the biggest tourist attractions in Abu Dhabi.

Bigger than splitting the atom? $219bn ‘already invested in AI’

February 12, 2019

In 2018 global AI spend by businesses hit $219bn with US businesses investing $91bn and the UK lagging behind at $12bn, according to new research.

Unilever buys healthy snack brand Graze

February 6, 2019

FMCG giant Unilever has bought UK healthy snacks firm Graze for a reported value of £150m.

AI used to ‘complete unfinished symphony’ by Schubert

February 6, 2019

Huawei has used the power of AI and human expertise to compose the final two movements of Schubert’s famous Symphony No. 8. commonly known as the ‘Unfinished Symphony.

The power of a single customer view: 4 tips for better analytics

January 31, 2019

In today’s multiplatform world, it can be difficult to get a single view of a user, whether they are looking at the same site on a mobile, PC, tablet or another connected device. A new report from Bench and Pitney Bowes offers a practical approach to harnessing data for increased personalisation and optimal CX.

What’s in store for retail in 2019? Top 5 Predictions

January 30, 2019

With shoppers becoming ever more demanding and retailers under pressure to deliver the seamless service experience consumers crave, Manhattan Associates, has identified five key themes it believes are set to dominate the retail agenda in 2019.

OK Computer? Consumers ‘increasingly comfortable with human-mimicking robots in customer service’

January 29, 2019

As Google Duplex inches closer to becoming a reality, new research by Aspect Software has revealed that over half of consumers (52 per cent) would be comfortable communicating with a customer service robot that closely mimics human behaviour over the phone.