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August 24, 10:40
Milliman names Jim Fulton next CEO
Milliman, Inc. (https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milliman.com&esheet=54585875&newsitemid=20260811027168&lan=en-US&anchor=Milliman%2C+Inc.%2C&index=1&md5=95841835b2
August 23, 10:30
58% of Consumers Say They Don’t Care Whether a Product is a National Brand or Private Label. They Just Buy What They Need
As fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) prices rose 26% globally between 2021 and 2025, consumers have become more deliberate about where they save and where they spend. NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ) has release
August 21, 11:15
Packaging Redesigns See 4% Average Volume Lift, NIQ Finds
NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ), a global leader in consumer intelligence, today named the winners of its ninth annual Design Impact Awards, recognizing eight package redesigns that combined stronger shopper ex
August 19, 10:40
Omdia: Wearable Shipments Fall 2% as Consumers Shift to Screenless Trackers and Advanced Sports Watches
Global wearable band shipments fell 2% year over year in 2Q26, but the headline decline masks a growing divide in consumer demand according to the latest estimates from Omdia. Smartwatch shipments gre
August 19, 10:10
TOURISE and Oxford Economics Release New Global Report on Tourism Resilience in an Era of Permanent Disruption
TOURISE, in collaboration with Oxford Economics, today released a new report (https://www.tourise.com/en/knowledge-hub-detail/resilience-in-a-world-that-doesn%E2%80%99t-reset%3A-redesigning-tourism-fo
August 18, 17:40
Foundever Successfully Closes a Holistic Recapitalization, Reducing its Debt by Nearly $900 Million and Strengthening its Financial Position for Long-Term Growth
Foundever Group S.A.® (“Foundever” or the “Company”) - a global leader in integrated customer experience, digital operations and analytics services, today announced that it has successfully closed a h
August 18, 14:35
Uniphore Launches Marketing AI as Marketing Moves Beyond the CDP
Uniphore (https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.uniphore.com%2F&esheet=54589552&newsitemid=20260817325069&lan=en-US&anchor=Uniphore&index=1&md5=5d0e0cc32257cd0ed14d9798
August 14, 09:20
Omdia: iPhone Users Spend 40% More on Microdramas Than Android Users
New Omdia research reveals that iPhone users spend around 40% more on microdrama apps than Android users, challenging common assumptions about who consumes and pays for this rapidly growing form of en
August 13, 10:55
Gen Z Spending is Expected to Reach $12 Trillion by 2030. Here‘s Why That Doesn’t Matter as Much as Brands Think
The biggest shift in consumer spending isn‘t generational—it’s behavioral. New research from NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ) finds consumers across every age group are increasingly making the same calculation:
August 12, 11:30
Andersen Global Expands Legal Capabilities with Beech Incorporated
Andersen Global enters into a Collaboration Agreement with Beech Incorporated, a legal firm based in South Africa, broadening its legal capabilities in the region. Beech Incorporated provides legal
August 11, 10:15
South Korean Shoppers Buy FMCG Products Less Often but Spend More Per Trip as Market Growth Slows, According to Worldpanel by Numerator
South Korean shoppers are buying FMCG products less frequently but spending more on each shopping trip. The latest FMCG Market Review from Worldpanel by Numerator shows shopping frequency fell during
August 11, 09:50
Omdia: Supply Pressures Weigh on Global Tablet Market as Shipments Decline 10% in Q2 2026
The global tablet market entered an expected period of decline in Q2 2026, with shipments falling 10% year on year to 36 million units, according to the latest research from Omdia. For the first time
August 09, 13:30
China’s Commerce Innovation Is Reshaping Global Retail
Commerce models pioneered in China—including live commerce, social commerce and quick commerce—are increasingly influencing how consumers discover, shop and engage with brands around the world, accord
August 06, 10:08
‘Cheers to Beer’ Celebrates the Drink at the Heart of Life’s Meaningful Moments
Ahead of International Beer Day on August 7th, AB InBev, the world's leading brewer, launched “Cheers to Beer,” a new global campaign celebrating the timeless role beer plays in culture and communitie
August 04, 15:45
NIQ Returns to IFA 2026 to Lead Industry Conversations on Growth, Innovation, AI and Consumer Transformation
As the Official Global Insights Partner of IFA Berlin 2026, NIQ (NYSE: NIQ) will continue to play a leading role shaping industry discussions , bringing together data, AI-driven intelligence, and huma
August 04, 11:30
Omdia: Global Smartphone Shipments Fell 6% in 2Q26 as Supply-side Pressures Reshape the Market
Global smartphone shipments fell 6% year on year (YoY) to 272.0 million units in 2Q 2026, according to Omdia (https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fomdia.tech.informa.com%2
August 02, 12:30
Industrial Info Resources Launches IIR Envoy™ MCP, Bringing Human-Verified Industrial Intelligence Directly Into AI Through Model Context Protocol
Industrial Info Resources (https://www.industrialinfo.com/) (IIR), a leading provider of energy and industrial market intelligence built on primary research and human verification, today announced the
July 31, 15:35
Mary Kay Releases 2026 Sustainability Report Highlighting Transformative Progress Across Social, Economic, and Environmental Impact Globally
Mary Kay Inc. (https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.marykayglobal.com%2F&esheet=54579726&newsitemid=20260730240667&lan=en-US&anchor=Mary+Kay+Inc.&index=1&md5=f47c9a3c6d
July 31, 13:30
120 Million AI Pay Transactions in a Single Week: AI Shopping Agents Move From Theory to Checkout
The debate is shifting as early examples show AI shopping agents completing transactions in some markets. According to NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ), a leading consumer intelligence company, its global report
July 26, 13:50
NIQ Expands GenAI Capabilities Across gfknewron, Turning Trusted Intelligence into Decisions Faster
NIQ (NYSE: NIQ), a leader in consumer intelligence, today announced the expansion of AI-powered Smart Insights across its gfknewron (https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fn
July 23, 14:30
NIQ and Circle K Expand Global Analytics Collaboration Across More Than 12 Countries
NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ), a leading consumer intelligence company, and Circle K today announced a multi-year global agreement spanning more than 12 countries across North America and Europe. The collabor
July 23, 13:55
Airship Announces Results Guarantee; Releases Commissioned Study Finding 476% ROI for Composite Organization
Airship, the mobile-first customer experience platform leader, today announced its Airship Results Guarantee, a corporate commitment to achieve predetermined business outcomes for new customers. Concu
July 22, 09:55
Microsoft Platforms Drive AI Modernization in Asia Pacific
Enterprises across Asia Pacific are increasingly incorporating Microsoft cloud and AI platforms into integrated operating environments as they respond to economic uncertainty, evolving regulations and
July 21, 11:10
NIQ Appoints Irina Stoian as Chief AI Commercial Officer
NIQ today announced that Irina Stoian has joined the company as Chief AI Commercial Officer, a newly created role designed to accelerate NIQ’s enterprise AI commercial strategy and help clients turn t
July 19, 14:40
China's ~$900B Live-Commerce Market Now Approaches US E-Commerce Scale
The center of gravity in global retail has shifted East. The formats now driving the fastest growth in global retail (live shopping, social commerce, and delivery in minutes) were pioneered and scaled
July 19, 14:15
Andersen Consulting Adds Collaborating Firm Smartbridge
Andersen Consulting announces a Collaboration Agreement with Smartbridge, a Texas-based digital and AI technology firm, enhancing its capabilities in data and analytics, and digital transformation ser
July 19, 11:40
K-Beauty Goes Global: Sales Surge 53% as Korean Innovation Reshapes Beauty Growth
NIQ (NYSE: NIQ), a global leader in consumer intelligence, today released new findings showing K-Beauty has become a rapidly growing global beauty segment, with value sales up 53% year-over-year and 1
July 16, 10:00
Andersen Consulting Deepens Advisory Solutions in Turkey with ODS Consulting Group
Andersen Consulting adds collaborating firm ODS Consulting Group, enhancing its platform across digital transformation, talent strategy, and operational advisory services. Founded in 2008 and headq
Worldwide smartphone shipment market share top vendors 2Q22 to 2Q26
July 15, 17:50
Omdia: Global Smartphone Market Down 4% in 2Q26 While Apple and Samsung Soared
According to Omdia’s latest research (https://omdia.tech.informa.com/), global smartphone shipments fell 4% year-on-year in 2Q26 as the ongoing memory crisis disrupted supply and pushed up component c
July 15, 17:35
Samsung Becomes a Sisvel Wi-Fi Multimode Pool Licensee and Licensor
Samsung Electronics has signed up as a licensee of the Sisvel Wi-Fi Multimode pool and has also become a licensor under the programme. The decision by the South Korean company - a global R&D powerh
July 15, 14:50
Esri to Debut the Power of Where Collection at 2026 Esri User Conference
Esri (https://www.esri.com/en-us/what-is-gis/overview), the global leader in location intelligence, will debut the Power of Where Collection (https://powerofwhere.com/?aduc=Public_Relations&aduca=2026
July 15, 14:50
Asia Pacific Spending on Tech Services Sharply Higher in Q2, as AI Drives Demand, ISG Index™ Shows
Asia Pacific spending on technology services accelerated sharply in the second quarter, with AI adoption propelling the region to its fastest growth in nearly five years, according to the latest state
July 15, 11:00
Samos Energy Acquisition Corporation Announces Closing of $230 Million Initial Public Offering
Samos Energy Acquisition Corporation (the “Company”) announced today the closing of its initial public offering (“IPO”) of 23,000,000 units, including the full exercise by the underwriters of their ov
VIVERE Group Selects Rimini Street to Strengthen SAP Support and Accelerate Business Transformation
July 15, 09:50
VIVERE Group Selects Rimini Street to Strengthen SAP Support and Accelerate Business Transformation
Rimini Street, Inc. (https://www.riministreet.com/?utm_source=pressrelease&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=VivereGroupClientStory) (Nasdaq: RMNI), the Software Support and Agentic AI ERP Company™ and
Zayed Sustainability Prize Closes 2027 Submissions with Strong Global Participation (Photo: AETOSWir
July 14, 16:15
Zayed Sustainability Prize Closes 2027 Submissions with Strong Global Participation
The Zayed Sustainability Prize, the UAE’s pioneering award for innovative solutions to global challenges, has officially closed submissions for its 2027 awards cycle, receiving an unprecedented 10,233
Lidiane Jones: Integral Ad Science CEO, Photo Credit: Pamela Hanson
July 09, 14:00
Integral Ad Science Appoints Lidiane Jones Chief Executive Officer
Integral Ad Science (IAS) (https://integralads.com/), one of the world's most trusted media quality companies, today announced the appointment of Lidiane Jones as Chief Executive Officer, effective im
July 09, 08:36
K-Pet Wellness Brands Make Southeast Asian Debut at Singapore Pet Festival 2026
A government-backed Korean student trade team under the GTEP program supports the export launch process — from market research and buyer outreach to on-site B2B meetings — for two premium Korean pet w
US PC estimates and forecasts by segment, 2025–2030
July 08, 13:40
Omdia: US PC Shipments Fell 7.0% in 1Q26, Marking Steepest Decline Since 2023
The latest research from Omdia shows that US PC shipments (excluding tablets) fell 7.0% year-over-year in Q1 2026 to 15.8 million units, the largest annual decline since Q3 2023. The downturn reflects
July 08, 10:50
Andersen Global Adds Collaborating Firm Abcoo Law Firm
Andersen Global strengthens its presence in Türkiye with collaborating firm Abcoo Law Firm, enhancing the organization’s existing platform in the country with the addition of legal capabilities. Fo
July 07, 13:55
Jensen Hughes Expands Southeast Asia Presence with Acquisition of HiLT
Jensen Hughes, a global leader in fire & life safety, security and risk-based engineering and consulting, today announced the acquisition of HiLT Pte. Ltd. (HiLT), the leading fire protection engineer
July 05, 10:00
Messer Acquires Singapore-Based Industrial Gas Platform; Japan Corporate Advisory Institute Advises Sellers
Messer, the world’s largest privately held specialist for industrial, medical, electronic and specialty gases, has acquired WKS Group, a Singapore-based industrial gas platform with operations across
July 03, 08:50
NIQ Completes Acquisition of Flywheel’s China and Southeast Asia eCommerce Data & Insights Business, Expanding Digital Commerce Intelligence Capabilities
NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ), a leading consumer intelligence company, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Flywheel’s China and Southeast Asia eCommerce Data & Insights business. The acq
July 02, 17:40
Microsoft Takes Sisvel Wi-Fi Multimode Patent Pool Licence
Microsoft has become a licensee of the Sisvel Wi-Fi Multimode pool. The US computer and software giant is the latest in a string of major companies to take a licence to the standard essential patents
July 02, 13:40
Archer® Proves Purpose-Built AI Beats General-Purpose LLMs on Regulatory Change Management: 95% Verified Accuracy, 80x Faster, 92% Lower Cost
For enterprises deploying AI in compliance, a wrong date is a missed deadline. The more dangerous failure is a wrong answer the model returns with high confidence, one that flows silently into a compl
July 02, 11:40
Andersen Global Adds Depth to Tax and Global Mobility Capabilities in Germany
Andersen Global strengthens its presence through a Collaboration Agreement with Lohr and Company (L+C), a senior-led tax advisory platform, providing practical, responsive solutions in tax compliance,
July 02, 09:15
Regnology to Acquire Fed Reporter, Accelerating U.S. Leadership and Advancing Regulatory Modernization
Regnology, a leading provider at the intersection of regulatory, risk, and supervisory technology, today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Fed Reporter, the market-leadin
July 01, 11:30
Capco Recognized by OpenAI for Innovation and Responsible AI Leadership
Global management and technology consultancy Capco, a Wipro company, has been recognized by OpenAI for both AI innovation and responsible AI leadership. Capco received the AI Governance & Risk Exce
July 01, 09:19
The WSJ Leadership Institute Names Philip Morris International Among “Best Companies For the Future”
Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE: PM) has been named in the WSJ Leadership Institute’s inaugural “Best Companies for the Future (https://www.wsj.com/rankings/best-companies-for-the-future/
June 30, 16:07
Regnology Launches Regnology Risk Hub (RRiH) Ascend to Deliver Governed, AI Powered Intelligence to Balance Sheet and Enterprise Risk Management
Regnology, a global leading provider at the intersection of regulatory, risk, finance and supervisory technology, today announced the launch of Regnology Risk Hub (RRiH) Ascend (https://cts.businesswi
Global Smartphone Shipments Forecast (Unit, Value and ASP)
June 29, 16:25
Omdia: Global Smartphone Average Selling Price to Reach $565 in 2026 as Vendors Prioritize Value Over Volume
Omdia’s latest research shows that the global smartphone market is undergoing a structural shift as rising component costs and geopolitical uncertainty push leading manufacturers to move away from low
Around 105,000 visitors from 163 countries attended this year’s The smarter E Europe.
June 28, 14:35
Fossil Fuels Are a Thing of the Past; The Future Is Renewable: The Smarter E Europe Concludes With a Clear Message
Packed halls, a vibrant atmosphere and a buzzing vibe - after three days, The smarter E Europe 2026, Europe’s largest alliance of exhibitions for the energy industry, has come to a successful close. T
June 28, 13:15
Andersen Consulting Adds House of Code to Strengthen Technology and Data Solutions
Andersen Consulting expands its technology transformation capabilities through a Collaboration Agreement with House of Code, a global firm headquartered in the U.S., specializing in data-driven platfo
June 26, 17:30
Omdia: South Korean Productions are Netflix’s Most-Watched Content Outside the US
South Korean content generated 12.1 billion hours of viewing on Netflix worldwide between April 2025 and March 2026, making it the most-watched content origin outside of the United States, according t
Alipay+ launched the “Threes for Trees” Sustainability Moment at the Barclays Center on May 24 to en
June 26, 08:37
Ant International’s Alipay+ Kicks Off Joint Sustainability Initiatives with New York Liberty for 2026 Season
Ant International’s Alipay+, a leading cross-border fintech services platform based in Singapore, and the New York Liberty recently announced a multiyear partnership, making Alipay+ an Official Sponso
Laura Zwahlen, Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) of Airship
June 25, 10:30
Airship Appoints Laura Zwahlen as Chief Revenue Officer
Airship (https://www.airship.com/), the mobile-first customer experience company, today announced the appointment of Laura Zwahlen as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Zwahlen will oversee all global reven
June 24, 13:40
Andersen Global Adds Andersen in Indonesia
Andersen Global strengthens its footprint in Southeast Asia as VDB Loi in Indonesia rebrands to Andersen in Indonesia, becoming the newest member firm to join the organization. Andersen in Indonesi
June 23, 10:20
Smartly Introduces Smartly Synapse, the Intelligent AI Orchestration Layer Powering Its Advertising Platform
Smartly (https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.smartly.io%2F&esheet=54557774&newsitemid=20260622234186&lan=en-US&anchor=Smartly&index=1&md5=0eac5ddef7cd5323df107cdf8a33
June 23, 09:10
NIQ Expands GeoPurchase Audiences Globally, Unlocking Growth Opportunities for Marketers in Poland, Belgium, Mexico, and Indonesia
NIQ (NYSE: NIQ), a leading consumer intelligence company, today announced the expansion of its GeoPurchase audiences into Poland, Belgium, Mexico, and Indonesia, extending its purchase-based, geo-targ
June 21, 14:30
NIQ and Ogury Collaborate to Enhance Media Planning and Audience Strategy with GeoPurchase Insights
NIQ (NYSE: NIQ), the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, today announced a new collaboration with Ogury, the global AdTech company powered by Persona Intelligence. Through the collaboration
June 19, 11:45
Andersen Global Strengthens Presence in India with JMP Advisors
Andersen Global enters into a Collaboration Agreement with JMP Advisors in India, adding tax capabilities to its existing legal capabilities in the country. Providing advice across tax, regulatory
June 18, 16:10
NIQ Introduces NIQ Cadence: A Compound AI Operating System for Marketing Effectiveness
NIQ (NYSE: NIQ), a global leader in consumer intelligence, today introduced NIQ Cadence, a compound AI operating system built to change how organizations measure marketing performance, optimize budget
June 18, 15:30
Airship Helps DIE ZEIT Turn Silent Advocates into 4.9-Star Rating
Airship (https://www.airship.com/), the mobile-first customer experience company, today announced that DIE ZEIT, one of Germany’s largest and most prestigious publishers, has successfully transformed
June 18, 14:40
Respond.io Raises $62.5M Series B to Scale AI-Powered Customer Conversations Into North America and Europe
Respond.io (https://respond.io/), a customer conversation management platform, today announced a $62.5 million Series B round led by Camber Partners (https://www.camber.io/), with participation from E
Ant Group has been ramping up R&D investment in AI
June 18, 09:11
Ant Group 2025 Sustainability Report Highlights Record AI R&D Investment
Ant Group’s 2025 Sustainability Report disclosed a record R&D investment of USD 5.17 billion (RMB 35.03 billion) in 2025—the fifth straight year of growth—alongside AI-powered green computing breakthr
Digital Cooperation Organization Launches Global Expert Community to Accelerate International Digita
June 17, 14:00
Digital Cooperation Organization Launches Global Expert Community to Accelerate International Digital Cooperation
The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO), the world's first standalone international organization dedicated to inclusive and sustainable digital economy growth, today announced the launch of the Glo
June 17, 10:40
NIQ and Unlimitail Collaborate to Deliver the Next Generation of Omnichannel Retail Media Insights & Measurement Across Retailers and Countries
Retail media investment is accelerating globally, with 67% of CMOs planning to increase spending on retail media networks (RMNs) in 2026. Yet only 53% believe today's RMNs provide adequate measurement
Top 10 pay TV and online video subscribers (million) 2025-2031
June 17, 10:15
Omdia: Netflix to Reach 400 Million Subscribers by 2031, Maintaining Global Streaming Lead Despite Industry Consolidation
Netflix is forecast to reach nearly 400 million subscribers worldwide by the end of 2031, reinforcing its position as the world’s leading subscription streaming platform despite growing consolidation
Memory contribution to semiconductor market
June 17, 09:00
Omdia: Semiconductor Market Surpasses $300bn Quarterly Revenue in 1Q26 as Memory Market Shifts Historical Patterns
Following a record-setting year for the semiconductor industry, the start of the new year has continued the momentum, as semiconductor revenue grew 27% in 1Q26 from 4Q25 to reach $319bn, according to
South Korean delegation participating in institutional study trip in Poland (Source: EU Good Food)
June 16, 15:00
South Korean Experts Witness EU Animal Welfare and Quality Standards Firsthand during Exclusive Study Trip to Poland
Against the backdrop of a profound shift in South Korea’s premium meat sector driven by the “Gachi-sobi” (value-based consumption) trend, a high-profile delegation of South Korean meat importers, indu
June 14, 11:50
Andersen Consulting Strengthens Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity Offerings with HeadMind Partners
Andersen Consulting enters into a Collaboration Agreement with HeadMind Partners, a leading European consultancy specializing in cybersecurity, digital transformation, and AI, strengthening the organi
June 11, 14:30
AI-Driven Upgrade Cycle Expected to Fuel 8% Telecom Growth in 2026, NIQ Forecasts
NIQ (NYSE: NIQ), a global leader in consumer intelligence, today released its 2026 Smartphone Forecast showing that an AI-driven upgrade cycle is expected to fuel 8% growth in the global telecom secto
Regional TV shipments and year-on-year growth, 1Q26
June 11, 14:25
Omdia: TV Shipments Increase 6% in 1Q26 as 2026 World Cup Inventory Build-Up Begins
Global TV shipments increased 6% year-on-year (YoY) to 50.3 million units in 1Q26, as retailers increased inventory ahead of the upcoming 2026 World Cup, according to data from Omdia’s latest TV Sets
Global year-on-year increase in online video subscriptions, 2021-31
June 11, 14:20
Omdia: Online Video Subscription Reached 2.24 Billion in 2025 Ahead of Projected Slowdown in 2026
Omdia’s latest TV & Video market data shows global online video subscriptions reached 2.24 billion at the end of 2025, up 17.6% year on year from 1.9 billion in 2024. However, growth is expected to sl
Cover image for IFF’s 2025 Do More Good report.
June 11, 11:00
IFF’s 2025 Do More Good Report Highlights Progress in Nature-Based Innovation
IFF (https://www.iff.com/) (NYSE: IFF) — a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences — released its 2025 Do More Good Report (http://iff.com/sustainabilityreport/
June 11, 10:50
NIQ (NYSE: NIQ) Unveils Six New AI-Powered Capabilities at C360, Executing on Its Vision for Agentic Commerce
NielsenIQ (NYSE: NIQ) today unveiled six new AI-powered capabilities at C360, the company's flagship client and industry event, marking a major milestone in the execution of NIQ’s AI strategy. The new
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