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Buildkite appoints Kevin Gounden as CEO to lead AI software push

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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Buildkite has named Kevin Gounden as CEO to spearhead growth and AI innovation in its software delivery platform used by top firms worldwide.
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APAC retailers stay confident, prioritise loyalty amid challenges

Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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A survey of 288 APAC retailers shows strong confidence in customer engagement plans, with loyalty and personalised tools top priorities despite economic challenges.
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Fresha sees higher engagement after switching to RCS messaging

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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Fresha has boosted customer engagement with a 41.3% read rate and 7.1% more reviews after switching from SMS to secure RCS messaging powered by Twilio and Google.
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Lauren Nemeth named Chief Revenue Officer to drive growth at New Relic

Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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New Relic appoints Lauren Nemeth as Chief Revenue Officer to boost global growth with her extensive tech sales and leadership experience.
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Twilio appoints Howard Fyffe as Director of Sales for ANZ

Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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Twilio has appointed Howard Fyffe as Director of Sales for ANZ, aiming to boost personalised digital engagement and business growth across Australia and New Zealand.
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The end of standalone CDPs?

Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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Recent mergers in MarTech signal the end of standalone CDPs, as companies focus on unified customer data platforms for seamless experiences.
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Australian consumers wary as AI delivers business benefits

Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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Australian businesses benefit from AI-driven customer engagement, yet 66% of consumers express exhaustion and seek greater trust and control over AI interactions.
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AI boosts personalisation but consumer trust remains elusive

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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AI personalisation boosts customer spend by 75%, yet only 15% of consumers fully trust brands with their personal data, says Twilio report.
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Stackpack raises USD $6.3 million to bring AI to vendor management

Mon, 19th May 2025
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Stackpack has raised USD $6.3 million to enhance its AI platform that simplifies managing third-party vendor complexities for businesses.
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Twilio teams with Microsoft to drive enterprise conversational AI

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Twilio partners with Microsoft in a multi-year deal to boost enterprise conversational AI, enhancing customer engagement through advanced AI and Azure integration.
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Avalara appoints Sydney Carey & Karyn Smith to top roles

Mon, 5th May 2025
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Avalara appoints Sydney Carey as CFO and Karyn Smith as Chief Legal Officer to boost finance and legal leadership in global tax tech operations.
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GitHub Copilot surpasses 15 million users as AI tools expand

Thu, 1st May 2025
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GitHub Copilot has exceeded 15 million users, growing rapidly as Microsoft advances its AI tools in software development and cloud services.
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Twilio finds RCS adoption rising among mobile industry pros

Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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Research from Twilio reveals that nearly half of mobile professionals have adopted Rich Communication Services, with 60% citing its positive impact on customer communications.
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Creating a lead generation flywheel with AI and data at the core

Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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AI-driven lead qualification is transforming sales, enabling brands like Driva to boost conversion rates by 5% and streamline customer interactions.
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Twilio report highlights CDP trends & AI adoption in 2025

Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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Twilio's latest report reveals a surge in AI adoption and predictive traits, highlighting a 57% increase in their use as businesses pivot towards flexible martech solutions.
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Twilio appoints Webster to strengthen ANZ growth strategy

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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Twilio has appointed Vaughan Webster as Senior Manager for Partners & Alliances in ANZ, starting February 2025, to enhance its AI-driven customer solutions.
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Unlocking the power of speech to humanise AI-driven customer experiences

Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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Recent advancements in conversational AI are transforming customer experiences, as brands embrace AI to foster deeper relationships and enhance engagement.
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Chelsea FC partners with Twilio to enhance fan engagement

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Chelsea Football Club has launched a multi-year partnership with Twilio, aiming to enhance fan engagement through personalised experiences and tailored content.
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Twilio predicts Australian 2025 customer experience trends

Mon, 30th Dec 2024
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Twilio predicts a challenging future for brands in Australia, with consumer trust projected to plummet, impacting loyalty strategies and customer relationships.
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Twilio recognised as leader in IDC MarketScape for CDP 2024

Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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Twilio has been named a leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Customer Data Platforms for B2C users for 2024-2025, highlighting its innovative solutions.