Gen Z stories - Page 5

As high-street retailers grapple with fierce online competition and changing consumer habits, experts urge them to embrace technology and adapt strategies to thrive.

A new survey reveals consumers in Australia and New Zealand are keen to pay more for sustainable household products, despite doubts over corporate claims.

Thales' 2025 Digital Trust Index reveals plummeting consumer trust in digital services, with 82% abandoning brands due to data privacy fears.

EY and Microsoft have unveiled the AI Skills Passport, a free online course aimed at empowering students aged 16 and above with essential AI skills by 2025.

New research reveals Gen Z and millennials are transforming luxury shopping habits by prioritising quality, sustainability, and secure payments during the cost-of-living crisis.

Aconso's latest research highlights that 72% of HR leaders are increasingly turning to AI and automation to tackle rising workloads while enhancing employee wellbeing.

Canva's latest report reveals that 65% of Australian hiring managers expect text-based resumes to vanish in favour of digital applications within five years.

A recent survey reveals that nearly half of Gen Z and Millennials have had their social media passwords compromised, exposing generational divides in cybersecurity practices.

Adobe has reported that online spending in the US for the 2024 holiday season hit USD $241.4 billion, an 8.7% rise, driven by a record in mobile transactions.

Fintech executives foresee 2025 shaped by evolving fraud tactics, AI, open banking regulation, and changing consumer demands in the mortgage market.

Cloudbrink's CEO Prakash Mana predicts the work-from-anywhere trend will persist through 2025, driven by Gen Z and advancements in AI and connectivity.

Forrester's new report highlights essential mobile banking features by 2027, emphasising fraud management and security as top priorities for customer trust.

A Gartner survey reveals that 72% of procurement leaders are prioritising GenAI integration, marking a pivotal shift towards strategic decision-making.

Salesforce's report reveals New Zealand consumers are increasingly willing to embrace AI in shopping, despite a sharp decline in trust towards companies.

NielsenIQ unveils its latest report forecast, focusing on key trends in the Tech & Durables sector set to shape the market by 2025.

A new survey from Riverbed reveals that while 95% of retail leaders view AI as crucial, only 40% feel prepared for its implementation.

Euromonitor International's latest report reveals five key consumer trends for 2025, highlighting shifts in spending and sustainability amid evolving habits.

Employment Hero has teamed up with Clearhead to deliver affordable mental health support for 10,000 small businesses in New Zealand, addressing rising worker stress.

Nearly half of consumers find AI chatbots helpful for customer service, with 48% noting improved experiences, a new study reveals.

A new report reveals that 61% of New Zealand employees experience burnout, with financial stress and the rising cost of living cited as key contributors.