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Gen Z reshapes workforce with pay rise demands & mobility
Recruitment

Gen Z reshapes workforce with pay rise demands & mobility

New research from ELMO Software reveals Gen Z workers are driving workplace change, prioritising pay rises and job stability over traditional loyalties.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Aussies wary of friendships with their bosses, survey finds
Transparency

Aussies wary of friendships with their bosses, survey finds

A recent survey reveals that 70% of Australians prefer keeping professional boundaries, with only 20% describing friendly ties with their bosses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Australians embrace side hustles for income & new skills
Millennials

Australians embrace side hustles for income & new skills

Research by Fiverr shows that nearly 70% of Australian workers are either engaged in or considering side hustles, highlighting a shift in career autonomy.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Australians turning to AI to ease holiday planning stress
Artificial Intelligence

Australians turning to AI to ease holiday planning stress

A report reveals Australians dedicate 540 million hours to holiday prep, with many turning to AI to help manage the stress of planning.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2024

Global stories

Gen Z & millennials prioritise quality amid cost crisis
Clean technologies

Gen Z & millennials prioritise quality amid cost crisis

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Employees fear obsolete skills as training lags behind
Millennials

Employees fear obsolete skills as training lags behind

A new report reveals 63% of US employees feel their training is inadequate, with Gen Z highlighting urgent needs for faster, engaging skill development.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Gen Z & Millennials face higher social media compromises
Multi-factor authentication

Gen Z & Millennials face higher social media compromises

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.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
Digital payment trends soar in Asia Pacific, 2024 report
Crypto

Digital payment trends soar in Asia Pacific, 2024 report

A Forrester report reveals rapid advancements in digital retail payments across Asia Pacific, spotlighting growth in digital wallets and BNPL services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2025
Consumers feel exploited by brands' dynamic pricing
Customer Experience

Consumers feel exploited by brands' dynamic pricing

A Gartner survey reveals that 68% of US consumers feel exploited by dynamic pricing, with many preferring brands that offer consistent prices.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
Forrester report identifies key mobile banking features by 2027
Fintech

Forrester report identifies key mobile banking features by 2027

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

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Procurement in 2025: From 'should we try AI?' to 'When can we start?'
Data Analytics

Procurement in 2025: From 'should we try AI?' to 'When can we start?'

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

By Keith Hausmann • 6 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024

Stories from other regions

Shifting U.S. consumer debt trends requires new collections approach
Data Analytics

Shifting U.S. consumer debt trends requires new collections approach

Rising consumer debt in the U.S. amid inflation and high interest rates prompts a shift towards multi-channel debt collection strategies to enhance recovery.

By Hans Zachar • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
UK workers face end-of-year pressures, seek wellbeing boost
Human Capital Management

UK workers face end-of-year pressures, seek wellbeing boost

Workhuman's latest Human Workplace Index reveals UK employees face rising stress, with 37% feeling increased pressure as they approach 2024's end.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
76% of Indian workers face year-end project pile-up
DevOps

76% of Indian workers face year-end project pile-up

A study by Atlassian reveals that 76% of Indian knowledge workers struggle with year-end project overload amid shifting priorities and overcommitment.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
UK firms urged to oversee rising AI tool use at work
Human Capital Management

UK firms urged to oversee rising AI tool use at work

A report reveals that 68% of UK employees regularly use AI tools, prompting businesses to enhance oversight and support for hybrid work environments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
UK employees remain productive during festive period
Productivity

UK employees remain productive during festive period

Research by monday.com reveals 89% of UK employees maintain productivity during the festive season, with technology aiding their performance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Trust & AI in shopping: New Zealand consumers' views
Marketing Technologies

Trust & AI in shopping: New Zealand consumers' views

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

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024