TikTok’s powerful algorithm and cultural relevance has made it the go-to platform for emerging shopping trends. To succeed on TikTok, brands must craft their social commerce strategies around creating content that’s designed for entertaining first and shopping second. Insider Intelligence’s TikTok Commerce 2022 Report details social shopping behaviors on TikTok, the importance of creators in…
US, UK, and Canadian insurers are striving to digitize their entire businesses to enhance their customer experience and cut costs. And overall IT/tech spend will begin climbing again from 2020 to 2024 across both insurance lines in all three countries. You can learn more in our Insurance Technology Spend Forecast. Do you work in the…
As the economic turmoil continues, insurtechs are increasingly turning to cost-cutting measures. We delve into why insurtechs are struggling more than their legacy competitors. Insider Intelligence publishes hundreds of insights, charts, and forecasts on the Banking industry. Learn more about becoming a client. The news: The insurtechs Next and Thimble recently announced layoffs of part of their workforces, stating that…
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a press conference held at the Cox Science Center & Aquarium on June 08, 2022 in West Palm Beach, Florida. Joe Raedle/Getty Images Thousands of Florida families will receive one-time checks for $450 per child starting this week. Gov. Ron DeSantis announced he set aside $35.5 million of COVID-19…
Michael Burry. Andrew Toth/Getty Images Michael Burry underscored the importance of the inflation threat to investors. He cautioned against relying on the same portfolio strategies that have worked in recent years. The investor of “The Big Short” fame poured cold water on hopes of a big rebound in stocks. Michael Burry warned in a Wednesday…
Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Brendan McDermid/Reuters Tesla and its CEO, Elon Musk, can’t seem to avoid controversy. From its Autopilot software to allegations of racism at its California factory, the electric-car company has faced questions about seemingly every aspect of its business. Tesla has missed deadlines for several vehicle launches. Tesla is one of the most…
President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the Russian invasion of Ukraine in the Roosevelt Room of the White House on April 21, 2022. AP Photo/Evan Vucci President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday, the White House announced. The 79-year-old is fully vaccinated and has received two booster shots. This is the first time…
An image of former President Donald Trump appears on video screens before his speech to supporters from the Ellipse at the White House. Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images The January 6 Committee’s Thursday hearing will focus on Trump’s actions as the riot unfolded. The panel will recreate that day and fill in gaps…
Doug Gordon Doug Gordon is an advocate for walkable cities and co-host of “The War On Cars” podcast. He says support has “never been greater” for walkable cities and more bike lanes. Gordon believes slogans like “ban cars” increase awareness and get people talking. Doug Gordon hasn’t owned a car for nearly 25 years —…
Construction on new homes fell 6.3% in June, and first-time homebuyers could face challenges in the months ahead. Getty Images. Rising construction costs have led to a slowdown in the real estate market. US housing starts fell 6.3% to an annual rate of 1.56 million units in June, the Census Bureau said. As new home…