Culture Spotlight On South Africa Jun 11, 2018 ... South Africa’s music scene addresses youth issues, and the country’s fashion evolves to meet young consumers’ preferences.The music scene in South Africa is going through major transformation as local artists gain more opportunities to go global and new genres rise to give youth a voice and reflect the times. Meanwhile, fashion is undergoing significant shifts, as minimalist apparel and more gender fluid styles gain traction.Punk Rock(in'): A Genre To WatchWhen it comes to music, South Africa ...
The Direct Connection Jun 21, 2019 ... community around the brand. For example, the makeup startup Glossier has invested much of its resources into its team of customer service representatives called the gTeam. This team made up of about 30 editors are the voice of the brand, responding to customer inquiries across all forms of communication—from social media platforms to email to Facetime—with the same candid banter one would have with a friend. When it comes to the company’s social media platforms, specifically its Instagram ...
High Society Sep 17, 2019 ... needs. The track lists and horoscopes will change each month, encouraging subscribers to continually tune in while offering a fun dose of star-personalization.UniqloLast fall, Japanese clothing retailer Uniqlo debuted Uniqlo IQ, a machine-learning digital voice concierge that is fully integrated into the brand’s smartphone app via the Google Dialogflow conversational interface. When shopping or browsing with the app, users can use this voice assistant to search for specific Uniqlo pieces, talk to ...
Global Digital Trends May 30, 2018 ... Digital trends popping up around the world.Constant advances and innovations in digital technology such as artificial intelligence, voice activation, and computer-generated imagery are leading to shifts in digital culture, many of which are driven by today’s youth. The digital landscape represents a powerful and influential space, especially given that 80% of global youth say digital culture is important to their life, with young people in China (91%) and Mexico (89%) being especially likely to ...
Best of Digital Marketing Dec 17, 2014 marketing technology apps augmented reality Digital Intimacy ... touch to the web. In the past, Facebook’s ads have been criticized for not focusing on the intimate, human moments that the social network can provide. In a marked shift, its latest ad, “Say Love You Better,” highlights the closeness that its Messenger app offers. The spot demonstrates how users can express their sentiments more accurately through the use of photos, videos, stickers, and voice notes. The takeaway is that, in doing so, individuals can form meaningful bonds online that are just as ...
India's Missed Call Sep 12, 2014 global marketing mobile ... Ys in India have found a workaround for the high cost of phone bills; they’re calling people and hanging up to signal they want to talk.In most countries, people who wish to avoid phone conversations while still communicating with friends and contacts default to text messaging. In India, however, where costs for both voice calls and sent texts can be prohibitively high, Ys have devised a clever workaround: the so-called missed call. Simply by dialing a friend and hanging up, they are able to ...
The Democratization Of Sports Mar 28, 2017 marketing media & entertainment social media sports TV ... or live-streaming via Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and the like. We are also noting the emergence of fan-driven sports platforms. Rapidly growing 12up offers fans an outlet to share their voice and join the global conversation around sports. Anyone is welcome to contribute content ranging from commentary about their team to lists of top moments or players to discussions of the culture around sports. Fans are responding in droves, with the site growing to 6 million users in the three months ...
Control Center Mar 25, 2018 health & wellness technology quantified self ... . Young people are similarly embracing automated features in a home, from smart thermostats that control energy consumption to smart locks that control security. Virtual assistants, meanwhile, provide answers at the command of a voice and are becoming more ubiquitous: Amazon has sold over 20 million Echo devices (equipped with its Alexa assistant), while Google has sold over 6 million Home speakers in less than six months since launching. These virtual assistants and the range of smart home devices ...
Control Center 21+ Mar 25, 2018 health & wellness technology quantified self ... . Young people are similarly embracing automated features in a home, from smart thermostats that control energy consumption to smart locks that control security. Virtual assistants, meanwhile, provide answers at the command of a voice and are becoming more ubiquitous: Amazon has sold over 20 million Echo devices (equipped with its Alexa assistant), while Google has sold over 6 million Home speakers in less than six months since launching. These virtual assistants and the range of smart home devices ...
No Joy in Division Mar 21, 2020 ... , ‘believe what you want. I'll believe what I want.’ Is what I'm saying going to change what you think? Because, really, it’s not. I don't see how my voice is changing their opinion."STAN, 21, NCWhen dealing with family, youth increasingly see debates as a dead-end. Despite how political and social ideologies are often passed down from one generation to the next, today’s youth seeks to develop their own belief systems. With instant access to diverse perspectives through the news and social media, youth ...
