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Indonesian rupiah slump impacts smartphone prices & sales strategies
Sales

Indonesian rupiah slump impacts smartphone prices & sales strategies

The depreciation of Indonesia's rupiah by 5.67% in 2024 may lead to higher smartphone prices, as 78.6% of consumers express concerns about cost increases, a SEQARA survey reveals.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024

Global Stories

Freelance computer security & writing skills surge in Q2 2024
Marketing Technologies

Freelance computer security & writing skills surge in Q2 2024

Demand for freelance computer security, writing, and business skills soared in Q2 2024, per Freelancer.com's Fast 50 Index, defying AI disruption fears.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
IBM appoints Hans Dekkers as GM of Asia Pacific
Hybrid Cloud

IBM appoints Hans Dekkers as GM of Asia Pacific

IBM has appointed Hans Dekkers as General Manager of IBM Asia Pacific, succeeding Paul Burton. Dekkers brings vast experience, aiming to boost growth in Hybrid Cloud and AI.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Xero relaunches Beautiful Business Fund for 2024 with NZD $750k
Fintech

Xero relaunches Beautiful Business Fund for 2024 with NZD $750k

Xero's Beautiful Business Fund returns in 2024, offering over NZD $750,000 in funding to support small businesses and nonprofits globally in four key categories.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Amazon Singapore report highlights double-digit sales growth for 2023
Supply Chain

Amazon Singapore report highlights double-digit sales growth for 2023

Amazon Global Selling Singapore's 2024 trend report highlights robust growth in cross-border eCommerce, projecting B2C export revenue to more than double.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Jul 2024
Study reveals minimal ad view time boosts brand awareness
YouTube

Study reveals minimal ad view time boosts brand awareness

A study by Playground xyz reveals key insights into how minimal ad viewing durations on platforms like Instagram and TikTok affect brand outcomes.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Creatio secures USD $200 million to reach unicorn status
Customer Relationship Management

Creatio secures USD $200 million to reach unicorn status

Creatio secures USD $200 million in funding, reaching a USD $1.2 billion valuation. Led by Sapphire Ventures, this investment will bolster global expansion and AI innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Affinda raises USD $10 million to expand AI team & global reach
Artificial Intelligence

Affinda raises USD $10 million to expand AI team & global reach

Affinda Group secures USD $10 million in latest funding round, raising total to USD $22.9 million over 18 months, and now valued at USD $120 million.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Epicor buys KYKLO to enhance AI-driven ERP & digital sales
Marketing Technologies

Epicor buys KYKLO to enhance AI-driven ERP & digital sales

Epicor acquires KYKLO to boost its AI-driven ERP vision, enabling manufacturers, distributors, and retailers to offer enhanced digital experiences and drive growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Tim Orr joins Gallagher as new South Island sales manager
Sales

Tim Orr joins Gallagher as new South Island sales manager

Gallagher Security appoints Tim Orr as the new Sales Manager for the South Island, aiming to strengthen customer relationships and support Channel partners.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Joel Smith named CEO as Affinity Payroll eyes major growth
Software-as-a-Service

Joel Smith named CEO as Affinity Payroll eyes major growth

Affinity Payroll promotes Joel Smith to CEO as the company plans to triple its business size in three years, focusing on new markets and innovative solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Ecommpay introduces PayPal subscription feature for merchants
Customer Experience

Ecommpay introduces PayPal subscription feature for merchants

Ecommpay launches a new feature allowing merchants to collect recurring PayPal payments, enhancing subscription-based business models like meal kits and pay TV.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Canon celebrates major success at drupa 2024 in Düsseldorf
Customer Experience

Canon celebrates major success at drupa 2024 in Düsseldorf

Canon triumphs at drupa 2024, surpassing sales targets despite fewer visitors. The Core exhibit captivates 6,000+ guests with immersive printing innovations.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers
Human Capital Management

AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers

Australian workers are embracing AI, with 67% using it weekly and saving at least three hours, finds Freshworks 2024 Global AI Workplace report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Australian firms not ready for AI despite high adoption rate
Digital Transformation

Australian firms not ready for AI despite high adoption rate

A study by INFORM Australia and YouGov reveals a critical AI readiness gap: 78% of Aussie firms use AI, but only 32% feel fully prepared.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Nebula Global ranked ninth on FEBE Growth 100 for 2024
Customer Experience

Nebula Global ranked ninth on FEBE Growth 100 for 2024

Nebula Global Services has landed ninth place on the FEBE Growth 100 list for 2024, applauded for its commitment to sustainable and ethical IT services.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Clicks, customers, and ROI: Harnessing the power of multichannel marketing
Customer Experience

Clicks, customers, and ROI: Harnessing the power of multichannel marketing

In the face of economic uncertainty and global competition, retailers are turning to multichannel marketing to engage customers, boost sales, and enhance ROI.

By Simon Le Grand • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024