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Asian super apps growth slows but remain dominant
WeChat

Asian super apps growth slows but remain dominant

New research indicates that while Asian super apps dominate the market, user growth has slowed markedly, with 499 million projected for 2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024

Global Stories

TikTok stories

Fitness apps face scrutiny over data security risks
Cybersecurity

Fitness apps face scrutiny over data security risks

As digital fitness services surge in popularity, Kaspersky warns users of potential data security risks, urging precautions to protect personal information.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Domo's report unveils AI's impact on digital behaviour
Unified Communications

Domo's report unveils AI's impact on digital behaviour

Domo's latest Data Never Sleeps report reveals 5.52 billion internet users generate vast data every minute, highlighting AI's growing influence on digital behaviour.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
Global Internet traffic up 17% in Cloudflare's 2024 review
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Global Internet traffic up 17% in Cloudflare's 2024 review

Cloudflare's 2024 Year in Review reveals a 17% rise in global Internet traffic, with Google maintaining its top service status for the third year running.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Black Friday set to rival Boxing Day in NZ & Australia
Clean technologies

Black Friday set to rival Boxing Day in NZ & Australia

Black Friday, now a vital part of the retail scene in Australia and New Zealand, is set for record sales in 2024 as consumers seek big savings amid rising costs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
Cofense report: Sophisticated email threats on the rise
Phishing

Cofense report: Sophisticated email threats on the rise

Cofense's latest report reveals a sharp rise in sophisticated phishing attacks, with malicious emails now detected every 45 seconds, up from 57 seconds last year.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Privately partners with Privado ID for privacy-focused age check
Blockchain

Privately partners with Privado ID for privacy-focused age check

Privately and Privado ID have partnered to revolutionise age verification and identity management, prioritising user privacy across various industries.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope
Data Privacy

Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope

As Australia moves to ban social media for under-16s, TikTok faces intensified scrutiny over its security practices and controversial data collection methods.

By Dr Martin J. Kraemer • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
Forrester predicts 25% drop in brand loyalty by 2025
Customer Experience

Forrester predicts 25% drop in brand loyalty by 2025

Forrester predicts a 25% decline in brand loyalty by 2025 due to rising prices, while loyalty programmes are set to rise amid consumer cost-cutting efforts.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
AI takes center stage in Adobe's new GenStudio tool
Unified Communications

AI takes center stage in Adobe's new GenStudio tool

Adobe has launched GenStudio for Performance Marketing, a new AI-driven tool designed to enhance the creation of personalised advertising campaigns.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Exclusive: How mobile game Kinder World is fostering mental wellbeing
iOS

Exclusive: How mobile game Kinder World is fostering mental wellbeing

Mobile game Kinder World, born out of the pandemic, fosters mental wellbeing by merging virtual houseplant care with therapeutic activities.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Bitdefender unveils first comprehensive security for creators
Malware

Bitdefender unveils first comprehensive security for creators

Bitdefender launches Security for Creators to guard YouTubers, digital professionals, and influencers against cyber threats like account takeovers, fraud, and malware.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2024
YouTube & Amazon top ad platforms while X sees decline
Marketing Technologies

YouTube & Amazon top ad platforms while X sees decline

YouTube and Amazon dominate the ad landscape, gaining top spots in Kantar's Media Reactions 2024 report, while X, formerly Twitter, faces a major decline.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Australians opt for digital detox as social media use declines
Marketing Technologies

Australians opt for digital detox as social media use declines

Australians are cutting down on social media use, especially apps like Snapchat and TikTok, as they embrace digital detox, a new report reveals.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

TikTok stories

Charlotte Tilbury leads Christmas social media beauty race
eCommerce

Charlotte Tilbury leads Christmas social media beauty race

Charlotte Tilbury has emerged as the top beauty brand on social media this Christmas, capturing a 42.7% share of voice across platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Dec 2024
Vertical Leap highlights shifts in search marketing trends
Customer Experience

Vertical Leap highlights shifts in search marketing trends

Vertical Leap urges brands to adapt to a shifting digital landscape as Google's market share falls to 91.02%, highlighting new challenges and opportunities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 23rd Nov 2024
Social media scams cost Australian children AUD $129,700
EduTech

Social media scams cost Australian children AUD $129,700

AUCyber reports that Australian children have lost over AUD $129,700 to social media scams this year, prompting calls for enhanced online safety measures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024