Pokemon Go! Plus watch sells out
Pokemon Go! got its own device this month, but the popularity of the augmented reality game meant that it sold out almost instantly.
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Ikea’s new strategy: More click and collect stores
Ikea plans to open more pick-up and order points as a main driver for growth, as the flat pack furniture retailer moves more towards ecommerce sales.
UK online sales up 16% in August
The IMRG Capgemini eRetail Sales Index has revealed that the long awaited heatwave that much of the UK experienced last month, as well as the hottest August day in three years, is likely to have contributed significantly to the strong performance of the Index.
IT experts unsure about future of artificial intelligence
Although 37% of IT experts think that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be a main technology theme for enterprises in 2017, there are mixed signals in terms of business application, investment levels and impact on society from UK IT decision makers (ITDMs), according to new research.
Plans for Netflix-style BBC subscription service revealed
The BBC’s charter has been updated, with plans for a Netflix-style global subscription service and analogue radio switch off in the pipeline.
The impact of influencer marketing [INFOGRAPHIC]
Influencer marketing has become increasingly important as social media stars start to eclipse TV celebrities as part of a cost-effective and sustainable marketing strategy. This new infographic looks at the impact on businesses.
Brands driving sales by embracing creativity on social platforms
Brands should focus on content creativity if they want to increase their sales, according to new research from Yahoo.
AdBlock Plus now selling “Acceptable Ads” via exchange
Adblock Plus is now selling “acceptable” ads themselves, aimed at replacing intrusive ads with less annoying ones, it claims.
Half of professionals reject job offers from companies that don’t share their purpose
Over half (52%) of UK professionals considering knowing an organisation’s purpose a deal-breaker when it comes to choosing a new job, according to new research.
Snapchat planning Google Glass style augmented reality glasses?
Snapchat may be looking to make the jump from software to hardware, with as set of augmented reality glasses, according to a news report.