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QR Codes Enjoy A Renaissance In A Post-COVID World

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We know that in the current environment, buying and selling goods in a health-conscious, safe and secure way is front of mind for many people around the world,” John Kunze , senior vice president of branded experiences at PayPal, said in a statement. trillion by 2027, according to a recent report by Grand View Research.

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AI/BOTS: Artificial Intelligence’s Impact On Jobs

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Research, however, is suggesting that consumers are not only not bothered by robots, but that it’s the preferred method of interaction communication with retail brands. While most people are becoming more concerned about the security of their job, Public Tableau’s data confirms 29 percent of U.S. employment will see a 9.8

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TikTok Doubles Sales To $35 Billion Despite Bans, Layoffs

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The former President Donald Trump administration last year also moved to ban the app after calling it a security threat. Its sales have aligned with those of giant legacy brands like Nike and Coca-Cola. billion by 2027. Oracle and Walmart moved in with plans to acquire 20 percent of TikTok. Bloomberg reported.