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New ClearSale Report Illustrates the Staggering Impact of False Declines

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Technology, Finance, Security, Fintech, Professional Services, Internet, Retail, Data Management, Online Retail, ClearSale, Partner, Federal Trade Commission, Fraud, Consumer, Social media, Prevalence, Baby boomers, AI, Appetite

Global risk technology solution provider, ClearSale ( www.clear.sale ), has released a comprehensive new report that sheds light on the prevalence and consequences of false positives, commonly known as false declines.

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  • Global risk technology solution provider, ClearSale ( www.clear.sale ), has released a comprehensive new report that sheds light on the prevalence and consequences of false positives, commonly known as false declines.
  • The highly anticipated report, Ecommerce False Declines & Consumer Behavior, takes a deep dive into the economy of false declines, uncovering their detrimental effects on both the customer journey and a retailer’s bottom line.
  • Widespread false declines are an issue: In 2022, 25% of respondents experienced false declines, with 36% encountering multiple instances.
  • False declines are impacting retailers' revenue: Alarmingly, 65% of false declines were later validated as legitimate transactions, resulting in significant revenue loss.

eDreams ODIGEO's AI Decade-long Strategy Proves Forward-thinking: 82% of US Consumers Today Embrace AI for Travel, Research Reveals

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Tourist Attractions, Technology, Apps, Applications, Other Travel, Retail, Transportation, Vacation, Lodging, Cruise, Destinations, Travel, Other Transport, Communications, Air, Transport, Artificial Intelligence, Search Engine Optimization, Software, Search Engine Marketing, Internet, Online Retail, Millennials, ODIGEO, Artificial intelligence, Ageing, Research, AI, EDreams, Statistics, EDreams ODIGEO, OnePoll, Gen, Baby boomers, Sales

Commissioned by the Company, new external market research with 10,000 global shoppers, reveals widespread endorsement and appreciation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) among today's online shoppers, particularly among younger generations.

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  • Commissioned by the Company, new external market research with 10,000 global shoppers, reveals widespread endorsement and appreciation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) among today's online shoppers, particularly among younger generations.
  • The findings further validate eDreams ODIGEO's early commitment to an AI-first approach, showcasing its strategic foresight and alignment with the digital evolution of consumers.
  • As well as being more inclined to use AI for travel, the research highlights how younger people exhibit greater awareness and appreciation of AI.
  • The statistics in this press release are based on a survey of 10,000 global consumers carried out by research firm OnePoll.

Economic Uncertainty Isn’t Stopping Canadians From Planning Major Purchases in 2024, According to New Survey

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Banking, Personal Finance, Technology, Professional Services, Payments, Asset Management, Other Professional Services, Networks, Fintech, Mobile, Wireless, Finance, Research, Growth, Apple, Amazon, Browns Shoes, Opinion, Travel, Marketing, Market Research Society, Samsung, Generation Z, OnePoll, ESOMAR, Public opinion, Gen, Baby boomers, Online shopping

Affirm’s survey polled 2,000 Canadians on their priorities and expectations for their personal finances and found stark differences across age groups.

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  • Affirm’s survey polled 2,000 Canadians on their priorities and expectations for their personal finances and found stark differences across age groups.
  • Vacations were by far the most likely big purchase for Canadians (45%), followed by a car (25%) and furniture or decor (23%).
  • Younger Canadians were more optimistic about their finances, according to the survey.
  • This random double-opt-in survey of 2,000 general population Canadians was commissioned by Affirm between Feb. 1 and Feb. 5, 2024.

New justfly.com Survey Offers a Glimpse into How Americans are Using Social Media Platforms to Plan, Book, and Experience Travel

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Technology, Marketing, Communications, Tourist Attractions, Collegiate, Vacation, Cruise, Other Travel, Social Media, Transportation, Electronic Commerce, Lodging, Women, Destinations, Seniors, Travel, Men, Family, Other Technology, Consumer, Software, Internet, Payments, Data Management, Research, Generation, Social media, Generation Z, Multimedia, Pinterest, Baby boomers

A new survey reveals that social media platforms are playing a role in influencing Americans’ decision making and buying preferences about where we travel.

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  • A new survey reveals that social media platforms are playing a role in influencing Americans’ decision making and buying preferences about where we travel.
  • The national survey of 2000 Americans commissioned by justfly.com™, a leading online travel agency, sought insight into the state of U.S. travel, specifically how travelers perceive and value social media platforms.
  • Social media will continue to have a huge impact in determining how consumers determine when and where they will travel.
  • For younger generations, specifically Gen Z and Millennials, social media is a key element in their travel decision making process.

Ecolab Watermark™ Study Reveals Global Generational Gap on Access to Clean and Safe Water

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Friday, March 22, 2024
Natural Resources, Sustainability, Environment, Recycling, Environmental Health, Professional Services, Green Technology, Other Natural Resources, CDP, Health, Millennials, Certification, Reckitt, Climate change, Dow Jones, Conference, Sanitation, Partnership, Climate, WRC, Generation Z, Private sector, World Water Day, JUST, AWS, Morning Consult, WASH, Water, Hygiene, Audition, Generation X, Drinking water, Baby boomers, Gap Inc., Renewable energy

Data from a global study commissioned by Ecolab, a global sustainability leader offering water solutions and services, and conducted in partnership with Morning Consult, has revealed that the level and immediacy of clean and safe water concerns varies across generations.

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  • Data from a global study commissioned by Ecolab, a global sustainability leader offering water solutions and services, and conducted in partnership with Morning Consult, has revealed that the level and immediacy of clean and safe water concerns varies across generations.
  • Still, safe water emerges as one of the foremost environmental concerns for most generations, alongside other critical global issues such as pollution and climate change.
  • As a global leader in water management and solutions, Ecolab recognizes the role businesses play in forging a safer, more prosperous future.
  • Ecolab continued to grow its Ecolab Water for Climate™ program, which is designed to help companies advance sustainable business growth while meeting climate and water goals.

Candidly Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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Candidly, the leading AI-driven student debt and savings optimization platform, has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024.

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  • Candidly, the leading AI-driven student debt and savings optimization platform, has been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024.
  • To date, Candidly has generated $1.2B of projected student debt impact for the workers it serves.
  • This year’s list of Most Innovative Companies shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations.
  • The list of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies can be seen here .

More Than 80% of Shoppers Had Poor Experiences With Online Retailers Last Year, According to New Global Consumer Survey

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Online Retail, Technology, Women, Electronic Commerce, Men, Baby Boomers, Retail, Software, Artificial Intelligence, Generation Z, Consumer, Online, Automation, Black Friday, EBay, Amazon, Improper integral, Trust, Internet, Social media, Research, Habit, Cyber Monday, Marketing, Gen, Engineering, Baby boomers, Demand, Online shopping

1 concern for global consumers with 42% of U.S. and 44% of U.K respondents planning to shop less online because they need to tighten their budgets.

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  • 1 concern for global consumers with 42% of U.S. and 44% of U.K respondents planning to shop less online because they need to tighten their budgets.
  • “Shoppers expect more from online retailers, demanding free guaranteed on-time shipping and deeper price deals and discounts – or else they will purchase elsewhere,” said Mark Simon, Vice President of Strategy at Celigo.
  • The research provides retailers with a roadmap to boost sales and consumer loyalty as well as win Holiday 2024.
  • Ensure e-commerce systems can handle higher volumes and stress-test new integrations now to avoid logistical issues before Holiday season begins.

Fidelity Investments® Research: Retirement Transforming as 2-In-3 Americans Live More Intentionally Post-Pandemic

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Across generations, two-thirds look forward to pursuing work for pleasure while in retirement and hope for a phased retirement – working full-time at first, then part-time, before stopping altogether.

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  • Across generations, two-thirds look forward to pursuing work for pleasure while in retirement and hope for a phased retirement – working full-time at first, then part-time, before stopping altogether.
  • “Americans are approaching their ‘golden years’ with more intention and opportunity than ever before,” said Rita Assaf, vice president of Retirement Products at Fidelity Investments.
  • Fidelity also created the Fidelity Retirement Score℠ , which provides a rough estimate of how much people may need in retirement and suggests ways to help improve their score.
  • Plus, for those with Fidelity workplace retirement accounts, there is access to one-on-one appointments, phone consultations and workshops through their employers.

Americans Believe They Will Need $1.46 Million to Retire Comfortably According to Northwestern Mutual 2024 Planning & Progress Study

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Baby boomers, Millennials, Tax, Grandparent, Research, History, News, Hope, Perindopril, Generation Z, Retirement, Probability, Parent, Gen, Life insurance

MILWAUKEE, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Americans' "magic number" for retirement is surging to an all-time high – rising much faster than the rate of inflation while swelling more than 50% since the onset of the pandemic. These are the latest top-level findings from Northwestern Mutual's 2024 Planning & Progress Study, the company's proprietary research series that explores Americans' attitudes, behaviors and perspectives across a broad set of issues impacting their long-term financial security.

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  • The hope among Gen Z is that by starting to save sooner, they'll be able to retire earlier.
  • They expect to retire at the age of 60, a dozen years before Boomers+ who say they'll work until they're 72.
  • The 2024 Planning & Progress Study found that among generations closest to retirement, just half of Boomers+ (49%) and Gen X (48%) believe they will be financially prepared when the time comes.
  • In forthcoming data sets, the 2024 Planning & Progress Study will explore wide-ranging issues facing Americans spanning savings and debt, retirement income, emerging technology, professional help and more.

U.S. News 360 Reviews Releases 2024 Internet Service Provider Cost and Speed Data

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Federal Communications Commission, FCC, News, Internet, Data-rate units, Federal, Baby boomers

U.S. News surveyed 2,500 U.S. adult consumers about their internet bill costs from sign-up to present day, the internet speed they pay for, their internet service reliability and more.

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  • U.S. News surveyed 2,500 U.S. adult consumers about their internet bill costs from sign-up to present day, the internet speed they pay for, their internet service reliability and more.
  • "360 Reviews' latest consumer research finds that Gen X Americans typically have the fastest internet, whereas Baby Boomers tend to have the slowest internet," said Erica Beimesche, senior editor of Home Services, 360 Reviews.
  • ), as well as the highest average internet bill increase ($28) – from the advertised sign-up cost to current bill.
  • Most (75%) U.S. consumers say their internet service is reliable, with South Carolinians having the most reliable internet.