What bots mean for businesses and consumers
Simple bots have existed since the early to mid-2000s when organizations had no means to protect themselves or their website’s users from them. Yet today, despite having tools to protect against these simple bots, two in three organizations have ma.....»»
Physical field technologies to improve extraction and quality of extracted juices
Consumers are increasingly health-conscious and seek products with minimal additives and preservatives. The modern consumer understands the link between consuming bioactive compounds from fruits and vegetables and the associated health benefits. Henc.....»»
How can companies address consumers who are averse to products using a novel technology?
Researchers from IE Business School and Indian Institute of Management Shillong have published a new study that examines why certain consumers are averse to products using a novel technology and what strategies marketers can use to remedy this aversi.....»»
Emojis make tourism advertising on social media more effective and appealing, finds study
A study by the University of Granada (UGR) shows that users understand advertisements better and with less effort when congruent emojis and messages are used. The findings also suggest a shift in the preferences of potential consumers towards more na.....»»
Meta Wants to Bring the Quest into Classrooms
Meta says that the new product will provide teachers, trainers and administrators access to a range of education-specific software. The post Meta Wants to Bring the Quest into Classrooms appeared first on Phandroid. As more businesses and.....»»
Elon Musk confirms intentions to charge new X users a temporary fee to let them post
A report last year revealed that Elon Musk had plans to introduce a new charge for users who have just registered on X (formerly Twitter) on the grounds that this would be the only way to make the platform free of bots. Now Musk himself has confirmed.....»»
Lessons from South Australia"s business recovery amidst bushfires and pandemic
New research has given insight into the resilience and recovery of businesses in two South Australian regions following a major bushfire event and disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic......»»
Lenovo LOQ 15 (2024) review: A cheap gaming laptop, but can it run AAA games?
Lenovo LOQ 15 (2024) review. It may be one of the best cheap gaming laptops you can get. The Lenovo LOQ 15 is a gaming laptop that's just $749 – you heard that right – less than $800. Decent gaming rigs can set consumers back by $2,.....»»
Allowing consumers who purchased goods online to return them to retail stores can be a win-win
Many consumers who shop online prefer to return items to brick-and-mortar stores rather than mail them back. In a new study, researchers assessed a new practice called return partnership, in which online retailers partner with retailers with physical.....»»
Survey tallies consumer attitudes toward lab-grown meat alternatives
Many consumers view conventional meats as both tastier and healthier than laboratory-grown alternatives, according to the March Consumer Food Insights Report......»»
Team develops method to help investors predict firms" decision-making, optimize portfolios, generate greater returns
Top management teams at most businesses are charged with maximizing shareholder wealth, making any actions that impede this goal their sole responsibility......»»
Piracy Shield: Influential Consumer Union Attempts to Break AGCOM’s Silence
Telecoms regulator AGCOM has either downplayed, dismissed, or flat-out ignored even the most constructive criticism concerning the Piracy Shield system. How AGCOM will handle a demand for information filed by the National Consumers Union (UNC) remain.....»»
Valyuz Review – Dedicated Business IBAN Services for Everyone
Valyuz stands out as a business debit card service known not only for its financial management prowess but also for a range of other valuable features. From small startups to large enterprises, various businesses rely on this company to cater to thei.....»»
Your internet service provider now has to provide you with a "nutrition label"
Internet service providers are now required by the FCC to provide consumers with a "nutrition label" with all fees and other plan info detailed. It's been 34 years since the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act of 1990 made it mandatory for com.....»»
Corporate climate pledge weakened by carbon offsets move
The world's main benchmark for vetting corporate climate action has been accused by its own staff of "greenwashing" after allowing businesses to use carbon credits to offset pollution from their value chains......»»
Apple will allow activation of used parts in repairs by users & service shops
Apple is expanding its self-repair program procedures, and is adding the ability for consumers to use parts pairing to fully activate used parts in repairs — assuming they haven't been harvested from stolen devices.An Apple repair toolkitStarting i.....»»
Election disinformation: How AI-powered bots work and how you can protect yourself from their influence
Social media platforms have become more than mere tools for communication. They've evolved into bustling arenas where truth and falsehood collide. Among these platforms, X stands out as a prominent battleground. It's a place where disinformation camp.....»»
Why are many businesses turning to third-party security partners?
In 2023, 71% of organizations across various industries reported that their business feels the impact of the ongoing cybersecurity skills shortage. Many companies have been forced to scale back their cybersecurity programs as they struggle to find ex.....»»
ESET Small Business Security offers protection against online fraud, data theft and human error
ESET introduced ESET Small Business Security, which has been specifically designed to meet the cybersecurity needs of Small Office/Home Office business owners. According to the Small Business Administration, out of the 33.3 million small businesses i.....»»
Apple spotlights how businesses are adopting the Apple Vision Pro
Working to promote the Apple Vision Pro as a business tool instead of solely an entertainment one, Apple has highlighted half a dozen firms from Porsche to Microsoft, who have incorporated the headset into their work.Apple Vision ProWhile perhaps mos.....»»
Subscription creep hit two-thirds of US consumers, as some fight back
Subscription creep – the term given to increases in subscription fees after someone has signed up – hit a full two-thirds of US consumers in the past year. Some of the increases were steep ones, and others imposed with little notice … mo.....»»