Mobile stories

Global user opt-in for app tracking reaches 50%, with iOS ad spend up 26% as marketers embrace privacy-focused strategies post-Apple's ATT rollout.

Canadian online retail sales fell 3% in Q1 2025, with average order values dropping amid cautious spending and rising promotional offers.

Singapore's Travelgoogoo launches Travelgoogoo365, offering a £14 annual global eSIM membership with unlimited messaging across 123 destinations worldwide.

Schneider Electric launches Schneider OffGrid, a portable power station offering versatile charging for devices, targeting Europe's outdoor and remote work markets.

Boost Mobile launches Get On A Network That Cuts It campaign, highlighting its Telstra-backed coverage and value to challenge Australian mobile users.

Lifecycle Software has partnered with Collab to enhance its NEXUS platform with AI-driven customer care solutions, boosting efficiency for mobile operators.

Mobile app usage in Indonesia has surged during Ramadan, with shopping sessions up 11%, highlighting the cultural significance of the holy month.

Telstra and CommBank have announced an extension to their partnership, introducing new 'Fraud Indicator' technology to enhance fraud detection and protect against identity theft.

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison has joined forces with Vietnam's Xanh SM to promote eco-friendly mobility solutions in Indonesia, enhancing tech-driven transportation.

Consumer spending on mobile applications soared to $150 billion in 2024, marking a 13% rise from last year, driven largely by non-gaming apps.

Lifecycle Software predicts that 2025 will see a rise in Mobile Virtual Network Operators, AI regulation challenges, and significant advancements in 6G technology.

A survey by Appdome and OWASP shows 80.7% of Singaporeans expect proactive anti-fraud measures in mobile apps, highlighting rising security demands.

70% of UK mobile users are overspending on the wrong contracts, with potential savings of £148 by switching to better plans, says BillMonitor.

Artificial intelligence is becoming essential for CFOs to drive enterprise growth, enhancing efficiency, decision-making, and competitive edge.

SmartBear unveils OpenTelemetry-native performance insights in BugSnag, enhancing real user monitoring and distributed tracing for developers and enterprises.

WM5G expands its Site Finder service, targeting better mobile connectivity in underserved UK regions by promoting shared telecoms sites, accelerating infrastructure deployment.

Proofpoint launches its new Digital Communications Governance solution, promising AI-driven insights and robust compliance for organisations across major digital channels.

Enviz partners with Hall and Hart to transform home design with VR, offering clients an immersive experience that improves visualisation and decision-making.

Xiaomi launches POCO F6 Series in Australia, targeting budget-conscious tech enthusiasts with flagship performance; prices start at AUD $699.

N-able expands its Technology Alliance Program (TAP), adding vendors like Bocada, AlertOps, DeskDay, PIXM, and Hudu to boost MSP capabilities and efficiency.