Chatbots stories

Teenagers remember history better when they handwrite notes, with AI chatbots boosting curiosity but not matching pen-on-paper learning.

Negative AI experiences in UK online shopping risk GBP £9 billion in sales, with 75% of AI-related reviews expressing dissatisfaction, new data shows.

By 2026, AI, social commerce and immersive physical retail experiences will transform how consumers interact with brands both online and in stores.

AI and predictive analytics are set to transform retail supply chains in 2026, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency.

Nearly half of UK marketers contact their agencies less than weekly as AI reshapes workflows, boosting efficiency but challenging traditional agency roles.

Over two-thirds of retailers expect agentic AI to boost efficiency by 2026, but only 8% have fully integrated it into their operations so far.

AI-driven customer service boosts customer experience, but investing in employee experience is key to lasting loyalty and staff retention.

Enterprise security faces major changes in 2026 as AI, hybrid cloud, and automation reshape risk management and resilience strategies worldwide.

Australian shoppers favour human support over AI for Black Friday, with 55% preferring email communication and only 2% opting for chatbots during sales.

Despite billions invested in AI, financial firms see slow adoption as solutions must prioritise trust, transparency, and augment human judgement over automation.

Generative AI excels at language but needs traditional AI’s data-driven models to ensure trusted decisions and real-world impact in business.

GenAI is revolutionising telco customer service by replacing rigid bots with natural conversations, enhancing personalisation and speeding up support resolution.

In 2026, firms must prioritise human-in-the-loop AI oversight, robust testing, and seamless payments to maintain trust and global customer satisfaction.

SEO is evolving in 2026 with Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO), merging to boost digital authority and shape brand discovery in an AI-driven world.

Invisible AI failures, such as hallucinations and accuracy issues, threaten enterprise trust, with 82% of bugs traced to these hidden errors, Testlio finds.

Australian shoppers are set to spend a record AUD $6.8 billion during Black Friday to Cyber Monday, with social media buzz driving soaring online engagement.

Financial institutions face rising AI-driven cyberattacks and must adopt intelligence-led defence, active vendor management, and balance security with customer experience.

Banks are moving beyond AI pilots to integrate intelligent systems across operations, boosting efficiency and personalising customer engagement sector-wide.

Deskpro unveils AI help desk tailored for regulated sectors, enabling on-premise deployment to meet strict data sovereignty and compliance needs.

Businesses must specify which AI type they adopt-LLMs, generative, or predictive-to drive meaningful digital transformation and avoid empty buzzwords.