Embedding data and analytics into business strategy and culture, addressing data literacy across organisations, and removing the constraints of legacy technologies are the key issues businesses face, according to a new global study. The research, from Alteryx uncovers the benefits and impact of data analytics in digitisation projects in the UK, as well as across […]
Car maker Hyundai, in collaboration with Pony.ai and Via, has unveiled BotRide, a shared, on-demand, autonomous vehicle service operating on public roads. Starting on 4 November, a fleet of self-driving Hyundai KONA Electric SUVs will provide a free ride-sharing service to the local community of Irvine, California. Car maker Hyundai, in collaboration with Pony.ai and Via, has unveiled BotRide, […]
IMImobile, a global communications software provider, announced that it has partnered with Mavenir, a US-based leading network software provider, as part of their RCS Business Messaging Ecosystem to accelerate market adoption of this richer, more interactive channel. IMImobile and Mavenir will work together with mutual global operator customers, integrated RCS enablement technologies and a shared […]
Facebook has begun trialling a hub dedicated to news within its mobile app in the US. Facebook News is aimed at giving users more control over the stories they see, creating a more personalised and relevant experience. The hub features a ‘Today’s Stories’ section curated by Facebook’s team of journalists; the ability to personalise based […]
BT is taking over the world-famous Piccadilly Circus in a one day activation that shows children how to code by creating their own avatars. These avatars will be displayed on the iconic screens at the London landmark. The activation is part of “Beyond Limits,” BT’s biggest brand campaign in 20 years and is led by Saatchi […]
‘Smart Homes’ has emerged as the most mentioned vulnerable Internet of Things (IoT) technology among the world’s leading cybersecurity influencers on Twitter during the first half (H1) of 2019, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s research reveals that the global IoT technology market is set to grow at a compound annual […]
Technology-related items are the most popular products for customers looking for Black Friday deals worldwide, but ad copy and images are key to getting conversions, according to new research by Taboola. With Black Friday just a few short weeks away, deal-hunters everywhere are already considering ways to capitalise on the world’s number one shopping day. […]
Since being launched in 2018, IGTV, Instagram’s long-form video platform, has accumulated a large creator base with loyal fans that look forward to new videos each day. Instagram is rolling out a new series content tool for those creators, which will allow them to organise their videos into a series, with a consistent title and theme. […]
Leading mobile monetization and marketing company ironSource announced the launch of LevelPlay, its in-app bidding technology. LevelPlay transforms ironSource’s leading ad monetization platform, empowering developers to seamlessly transition to an in-app bidding environment to increase competition over their inventory and maximize yield and revenue. Ad networks supported in the launch include AdColony, Tapjoy, and ironSource, […]
Adblock Plus has released an update to their globally-popular ad blocker. The new Adblock Plus 3.7 improves CPU performance and enhances battery life, amongst other things. Most important, however, are the improvements in the filter list menu. In addition to pre-installed lists for blocking intrusive ads, Adblock Plus has a large selection of filter lists […]