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Why China’s Gen Z is turning to plush toys and AI for emotional support

Facing fierce competition at school and in the workplace, as well as an uncertain future amid a sluggish economy, China’s Generation Z consumers have come to see plush toy animals and artificial intelligence companions as essentials.

Google’s Android Auto enhances driver safety with innovative Call Screening and Notes features

The recent update incorporates Call Screening and Call Notes, enabling drivers to handle calls in a more sophisticated way, without diverting their attention from driving.

Openai’s Chatgpt enters e-commerce with Instant Checkout: opportunities, risks, and future prospects

The newly added Instant Checkout feature now allows U.S. users to buy items from select Etsy and Shopify stores directly within the ChatGPT interface.

'The Watsons Family' IP launched to boost customer engagement

The initiative introduces 16 characters based on a Myers-Briggs Type Indicator personality type.

McDonald’s SG steps up the crunch with McCrispy MRT takeover

McDonald’s Singapore is bringing the crunch to commuters with a new out-of-home (OOH) activation at Dhoby Ghaut MRT station to promote its latest menu item, the McCrispy burger.

IKEA to open first New Zealand store as part of its global expansion strategy

IKEA will open its first store in Auckland, New Zealand in December this year as part of its broader investment global and expansion strategy.

Outback elevates dining experiences with new app feature

Outback Steakhouse has incorporated a fully digital and unified queuing and table management system into its mobile app as part of its latest digital transformation initiatives.

Amazon launches first UK sale of returned and recycled products

The event offers customers savings of up to 70% off recommended retail prices.

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