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PushON in Manchester has appointed Liam Gibson as its new Business Development Manager, aiming to enhance growth in its eCommerce and digital marketing services.

Moody's highlights a six-year high in romance scams, unveiling 1,193 new entities globally in 2024, with the US leading at 38% of cases.

Research shows Facebook's grip on young Brits is waning, with 70% of those aged 18-24 reducing their use, favouring platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

Sensor Tower's latest report reveals a booming global mobile economy, with users logging 4.2 trillion hours and AI apps surging to a billion-dollar market.

Clapper has crossed 10 million monthly active users, underscoring its rise as a preferred ad-free platform for creators and community engagement.

Canva's latest report reveals that 65% of Australian hiring managers expect text-based resumes to vanish in favour of digital applications within five years.

Cloudflare's 2024 Year in Review reveals a 17% rise in global Internet traffic, with Google maintaining its top service status for the third year running.

The UK Government is considering a ban on social media for under-16s, prompting wide debate on online safety and regulatory measures as new laws approach.

As Australia moves to ban social media for under-16s, TikTok faces intensified scrutiny over its security practices and controversial data collection methods.

Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.

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

UK consumers are poised to increase holiday spending for 2024, even if it means trimming expenses elsewhere, according to Coveo's latest research.

US consumers spent USD $331.6 billion online in Q1 2024, with groceries, electronics, and apparel driving growth, Adobe Analytics reveals.

As Valentine's Day nears, Commonwealth Bank Australia warns against a spike in romance scams, with women shown to be most at risk, losing double the amount compared to men in 2022.

Following her release, convicted murderer Gypsy Rose Blanchard has gained a huge following on Instagram, with an impressive 9.8% engagement rate and an estimated media value of up to $3.5m.

TechDay introduces new Ultimate Guides, providing comprehensive coverage on various topics across its sites. Brand features available.

A technology industry leader is urging the government not to shy away from policing social media platforms in New Zealand.

Twitter tests new ad format, inserting ads under tweet replies, offering more opportunities for businesses and more ad saturation for users.

Hootsuite is offering free access to its pro plan for non-profits and small businesses until 1 July 2020 amid the COVID-19 crisis.

Facebook has stamped out two massive fake account networks that appeared to originate from Russia and the Ukraine.