TL;DR: Indonesia must accelerate digital investment to lead in APAC. 77% of high-income respondents reported financial improvements. Only 54% of low-income respondents saw similar improvements. Discretionary spending intentions have increased, but remain below 2021 levels. The embedded finance market is projected to grow …
TL;DR: Accelerating digital investment in Indonesia for regional leadership Indonesia needs to accelerate its digital investment to compete in the APAC region. Investment in 5G is projected to add $41 billion to GDP between 2024 and 2030. Consumer confidence is rising, which can boost spending and investment. The GSMA recommends …
TL;DR: Donald Trump and the confusion over the meaning of 6G Donald Trump has made confusing statements about 6G technology. 6G technology is still in development and has not been commercially deployed. Experts warn about the need for clarity in communication about new technologies. The confusion can affect public perception and investment in innovation. Relations …
TL;DR: AI Trends in 2026 that Impact Business ROI Generative AI will move from being an experiment to a proven market tool. Price transparency will be crucial to build trust in AI investments. Automation will focus on high-value, high-friction tasks. Visual intelligence will become the foundation …
TL;DR: Essential call center features for success in 2025 The global call center market is projected to reach $500 billion by 2027. Adapting to customer expectations, especially those of millennials and Gen Z, is crucial. Technologies such as ACD, IVR, and predictive dialers will be key to operational efficiency. Quality …
TL;DR: Trump’s AI strategy boosts Big Tech and limits regulations Trump has signed an executive order that limits state regulations on AI. Big tech companies like OpenAI and Google benefit from this strategy. A PAC with $100 million has been formed to influence elections. The lack of regulation raises concerns about …
TL;DR: Practical AI for handling payment exceptions Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the management of payment exceptions, improving efficiency and reducing resolution times. Financial institutions face regulatory and infrastructure challenges when implementing AI solutions. Strategies such as workflow automation and the use of generative AI are key …
TL;DR: Smarter spectrum policies for mobile investment in Europe The deployment of 5G SA is crucial for the development of effective spectrum policies. Investment in the mobile sector in Europe is on the rise, driven by demand for connectivity. The Digital Networks Act seeks to regulate and foster innovation in digital networks. Organizations such as Goldman Sachs …
TL;DR: Nex Playground becomes the best-selling toy this holiday season Nex Playground has surpassed Xbox consoles in sales during the holiday season. Sales are expected to reach 600,000 units, quadrupling those of the previous year. The price reduction during Black Friday was a key factor in its success. Nostalgia and the focus …
TL;DR: Efficiency in managing product recalls with AI Recalls can cost more than $10 million on average. In 2024, more than 1.5 billion units of recalled products were issued in the U.S. AI helps manage recalls more efficiently and quickly. Visual AI agents can handle thousands of …
