UK confirms exit from EU Digital Single Market
The UK has confirmed that the country will not be part of the European Union’s Digital Single Market after Brexit, seeing a potential return to mobile roaming charges and geo-blocking.
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Utilities firms switching on to IoT, AI and wearables
The majority (7-in-10) of utilities leaders believe technology is key to helping Britain overcome the socioeconomic issues it faces today, according to new research.
Do start-ups have a gender bias problem? Study finds female entrepreneurs ‘held back’
Almost half of startups believe there is a gender bias problem, with 4 in 10 female founders frequently encountering discrimination while running their startup, according to new study.
Top tips: Building a more collaborative and flexible workplace to meet the needs of the always-on customer
Demand for remote and flexible working has risen dramatically over the last few years. Nick Nonini, Managing Director EMEA at Verint Systems, looks at how businesses are empowering their workforce to meet the demands of the always on customer.
Omnichannel retail trends: On-pack promotion still drives loyalty
On-pack promotion drives loyalty even in the digital age according consumer research into the UK’s shopping habits.
Top 100 UK exporters: Ecommerce firms play bigger role
Seventeen ecommerce companies featured in the 4th annual Sunday Times SME Export Track 100 league table, which ranks Britain’s small and medium-sized (SME) private companies with the fastest-growing international sales.
Fast broadband a priority for many UK home buyers
Access to fast broadband and a good mobile signal is now a major sticking point for most home buyers, according to new research.
17 million Brits ready to pay with wearable devices
One quarter (26%) of British shoppers expect to start using “tap and go” contactless payments with a smartwatch, bracelet, keyring or other forms of wearable payments, according to new research.
Matt Damon teams with Stella Artois and Water.org in hidden camera stunt
A social experiment stunt, conducted by Stella Artois and Matt Damon’s water.org, illustrates the way so many of us take water – a basic human necessity – for granted.
Most SMEs planning to increase marketing spending this year
Two thirds of SME owners are planning to dedicate more budget to such elements as social media, content, PR and performance than in previous year, according to new research.