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Business success now hinges on adaptability

Business success now hinges on adaptability

Forvis Mazars Group, the international audit, tax and advisory services partnership, today reveals the results of its annual C-suite barometer and the outlook for businesses in 2026.  Drawing on the firm’s most comprehensive global survey to date, the C-suite study shows that business adaptability is considered the key to success. Capturing views from over 3,000 executives across 40 countries and […]

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Finance departments already see clear benefits from using intelligent automation, artificial intelligence and AI agents

Finance departments already see clear benefits from using intelligent automation, artificial intelligence and AI agents

Finance departments of global companies are adopting new technologies at a fast rate and already see clear benefits from using intelligent automation, artificial intelligence and AI agents in their function, according to the Deloitte study Finance Trends 2026, conducted globally among companies with annual revenues exceeding US$1 billion. More than six out of ten (63%) of the surveyed finance leaders […]

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White Image Study on 1.5 billion emails: Personalized messages achieve open rates over 75% with minimal spam complaints

White Image Study on 1.5 billion emails: Personalized messages achieve open rates over 75% with minimal spam complaints

White Image, Romania’s largest email marketing agency, announces the release of its most comprehensive digital benchmark report for 2025. The study aggregates data from over 250,000 campaigns and a record volume of 1.5 billion emails, providing an unprecedented overview of Romanian consumer behavior across 18 business sectors. In a year marked by fiscal changes and fierce competition for user attention, […]

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When Will Humanoids Stop Being a Meme — and Are They Ready to Live Alongside Humans?

When Will Humanoids Stop Being a Meme — and Are They Ready to Live Alongside Humans?

In 2025, humanoid robots crossed a Rubicon: for the first time, they began to be sold not only to corporations but also to everyday consumers. Unitree R1 and 1X NEO — pre-orders are already open for these home-use models. The pace will only accelerate. China plans to produce 10,000 humanoids annually by 2027; Elon Musk is launching mass production of […]

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Endava Research: Global gap in readiness for adoption of Agentic AI in financial services

Endava Research: Global gap in readiness for adoption of Agentic AI in financial services

New research commissioned by Endava, the technology-driven business transformation group whose AI-native approach combines cutting edge technology with deep industry expertise, reveals a significant readiness gap among global financial services and fintech firms on agentic AI adoption.  The findings suggest that readiness is currently more aspirational than operational, as 92% of global leaders feel prepared to embed the technology, yet […]

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New Study Reveals $11.28M Annual Opportunity for Industrial Companies to Boost Competitiveness by Modernizing Closed Automation Systems

New Study Reveals $11.28M Annual Opportunity for Industrial Companies to Boost Competitiveness by Modernizing Closed Automation Systems

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today unveiled new global research titled “Open vs. Closed: The $11.28M Question for Industrial Leaders.” The report reveals that closed industrial automation systems are quietly eroding competitiveness, costing mid-sized organizations an average of 7.5% of their revenue.  The research, conducted by Global Analysts firm Omdia, highlights how these costs stem from operational inefficiencies, […]

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Electrification Could Save Europe €250 Billion Per Year

Electrification Could Save Europe €250 Billion Per Year

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today launches a new research report highlighting the role electrification must play in Europe’s future. Currently the electrification rate in Europe is just 21%, a figure that hasn’t changed in the last decade and is 10% behind China where rapid electrification is taking place. At the same time, the cost of residential energy […]

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VTEX at Xperience25, Serbia: Manufacturers and distributors are increasingly moving towards Direct-to-Consumer

VTEX at Xperience25, Serbia: Manufacturers and distributors are increasingly moving towards Direct-to-Consumer

VTEX (NYSE: VTEX), the complete commerce platform for enterprises expanding internationally, has highlighted the key trends shaping the future of global digital commerce, together with WMG (Wireless Media Group). The two companies presented their joint study, “Global Commerce Trends: The Battle for Consumer Ownership and Profitability”, at the Xperience25 conference held in Belgrade. The findings show that ecommerce is undergoing […]

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Why “cybersecurity” is no longer a luxury, but a necessary minimum in any industry

Why “cybersecurity” is no longer a luxury, but a necessary minimum in any industry

In a world where cyberattacks are no longer just headlines but an everyday reality, the idea that “it can’t happen to us” becomes dangerous.  Reality? Cybersecurity is no longer a fad, but a vital element for the survival and development of any business, regardless of industry or size. What happens when a single wrong click blocks an entire company? You […]

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Auditors leveraging advanced technologies are positioning themselves as strategic leaders in safeguarding and enhancing business outcomes

Auditors leveraging advanced technologies are positioning themselves as strategic leaders in safeguarding and enhancing business outcomes

In a rapidly evolving economic climate and an increasingly competitive business environment, auditors face growing pressure to deliver analyses that are relevant, accurate, and tailored to the current business needs. At the same time, clients demand personalised solutions and real-time access to information that supports their strategic decision-making. In this context, digital technologies – especially Business Intelligence (BI) and Artificial […]

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Q1 Sets a New Record in U.S. Crypto Market

Q1 Sets a New Record in U.S. Crypto Market

Rising investor concerns over market volatility and a broader market slowdown have significantly impacted cryptocurrencies in Q1, leading to double-digit drops in trading volumes and crypto wallet downloads. But despite these challenges, the U.S. market hit a new milestone. According to data presented by CryptoPresales.com, for the first time in the history of the U.S. crypto market, the top five […]

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Foundever reveals five strategies to increase brand loyalty

Foundever reveals five strategies to increase brand loyalty

Foundever, a global leader in customer experience (CX) management, has published a new report – “The New Customer Care Playbook” – analyzing the factors that provide differential value to customers in today’s market, characterized by high competitiveness and increasing customer demands. Foundever emphasizes that customer loyalty is no longer based solely on price or product quality, but on the comprehensive […]

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