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Appdome launches plugins to combat DeepSeek AI threats
Malware

Appdome launches plugins to combat DeepSeek AI threats

Appdome has launched dynamic defence plugins to combat threats from the popular DeepSeek AI app, which poses serious security risks to mobile users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
Truecaller iPhone app update introduces new caller ID tech
Data Privacy

Truecaller iPhone app update introduces new caller ID tech

Truecaller has unveiled a major update for its iPhone app, introducing real-time caller ID and automatic spam blocking, enhancing user privacy and experience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
Jitterbit unveils AI-infused App Builder 4.0 during Coding Week
Low code & No code

Jitterbit unveils AI-infused App Builder 4.0 during Coding Week

Jitterbit launches AI-powered App Builder 4.0 during National Coding Week, promising faster, more intuitive low-code app development for all skill levels.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Unified commerce reshapes shopping in India & the US
Marketing Technologies

Unified commerce reshapes shopping in India & the US

Consumers increasingly blend online, offline, and social media shopping platforms. A report by Locus and Coresight highlights 65.8% utilising multiple touchpoints.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Fresha secures $31 million from J.P. Morgan for expansion
Marketing Technologies

Fresha secures $31 million from J.P. Morgan for expansion

Fresha secures a $31 million venture debt facility from J.P. Morgan to fuel expansion, enhance AI capabilities, and support new market entries.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Malaysia Aviation Group boosts Martech with Anchora and GrowthOps partnership
Customer Experience

Malaysia Aviation Group boosts Martech with Anchora and GrowthOps partnership

Malaysia Aviation Group partners with GrowthOps Asia and Anchora to boost marketing through tech upgrades, aiming to personalise and enhance customer experiences.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024

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WaveMaker unveils app studio for influencer-branded MVNO apps
Unified Communications

WaveMaker unveils app studio for influencer-branded MVNO apps

WaveMaker partners with AT&T to launch a mobile app studio enabling influencers to create branded wireless apps swiftly and at scale for their followers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025
Tinder brings experimental AI dating game to UK iOS users
Artificial Intelligence

Tinder brings experimental AI dating game to UK iOS users

Tinder has launched The Game Game in the UK, an AI-powered chat experience letting users practise dating skills with GPT-4o on iOS devices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Major brands to boost investment in loyalty programmes
Customer Relationship Management

Major brands to boost investment in loyalty programmes

A study by Apadmi reveals that 67% of major brands plan to elevate investments in digital customer loyalty programmes over the upcoming year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
From holidays to shopping sprees: How commercial events fuel mobile app growth
Valentine's Day

From holidays to shopping sprees: How commercial events fuel mobile app growth

Commercial events like Valentine's Day and Christmas boost mobile app installs and engagement across dating, entertainment and food delivery sectors.

By Ender Ozcan • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Bill to criminalise stalking delayed as debate continues
Malware

Bill to criminalise stalking delayed as debate continues

New Zealand's proposed law to criminalise stalking and cyberstalking faces delays, as experts warn citizens to take proactive steps to secure their digital privacy.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Mar 2025
Adjoe expands into APAC with new offices & leadership
Gaming

Adjoe expands into APAC with new offices & leadership

Hamburg-based adjoe has launched new offices in Singapore and Tokyo, marking its ambitious entry into the Asia-Pacific market following a EUR €100 million funding round.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
Gen Z to boost UK January sales with GBP £2.5 billion spend
Customer Experience

Gen Z to boost UK January sales with GBP £2.5 billion spend

Gen Z consumers in the UK are set to spend GBP £2.5 billion during January sales, highlighting the need for brands to focus on personalisation and customer loyalty.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025
UK language app users invest time & money but lack confidence
Mobile Apps

UK language app users invest time & money but lack confidence

Research by Wall Street English reveals that UK language app users invest significant time and money yet often lack confidence in their speaking abilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
New Zealand digital scams cost exceed NZD $2.3 billion
Email Security

New Zealand digital scams cost exceed NZD $2.3 billion

A report reveals that digital scams cost New Zealanders over NZD $2.3 billion in 2024, with online shopping scams now the most prevalent.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
UK consumers concerned as mobile fraud & attacks rise
Malware

UK consumers concerned as mobile fraud & attacks rise

Research by Appdome reveals that 41% of UK consumers have faced mobile fraud, highlighting urgent security concerns as they shift towards app-based transactions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
David Tuck joins Waracle as new CEO amid significant growth
Digital Transformation

David Tuck joins Waracle as new CEO amid significant growth

David Tuck Takes Helm as Waracle CEO, Succeeding Chris Martin; Aims for Growth, Innovation in Data and AI. Waracle Recently Acquired Screenmedia.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024