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ShopTalk Europe 2024: Generative AI – Overhyped or Underhyped?
Marija Milasevic
At last year's ShopTalk event, the buzz was all about generative AI and its potential to enhance company performance and consumer experience. This year, brands and retailers, having gained some experience, are sharing their key takeaways from leveraging various AI solutions. The ups and downs in the industry have already provided valuable learning experiences, shedding light on the practical impacts of AI integration.
BYD's EURO 2024 Sponsorship Reflects Global EV Ambitions
Fransua Vytautas Razvadauskas
Earlier in 2024, the electric vehicle (EV) giant, BYD (Build Your Dream), became the first official Chinese carmaker to sponsor and partner with the European football championship, UEFA EURO 2024. The partnership underscores the ambitions of BYD, a lesser-known EV firm outside China, which is keen on expanding brand awareness in Europe and across the world.
Big Splash or Barely a Ripple? Assessing the Impact of Paris 2024 on the Beverages Industry in France
Robert Eveson
How will the Paris 2024 Olympics impact the beverages industry in France? This article examines three main areas in which the Games may affect drinks companies - boosting consumer engagement, shifting perceptions of sustainable packaging, and supporting non-alcoholic beer and lesser known brands.
Money 20/20 Europe: What to Expect from Europe’s Largest Finance Event
Ivan Khoruzhyy
Euromonitor International will be attending Money 20/20 Europe during 4-6 June 2024 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. This large-scale conference will accommodate 8,500+ attendees from the continent’s financial institutions, regulators, government agencies, and fintechs.
Is Tesla Abandoning Its Electric Vehicle Charging Business?
Fransua Vytautas Razvadauskas
Tesla’s endeavours in electric vehicle (EV) charging took a hit in May 2024 when it announced that it would be dismissing a sizeable chunk of its supercharger team. While its decision to slow down supercharger expansion may offer opportunities for other charge point operators (CPOs) to catch up, Tesla is unlikely to relinquish its supercharger business, long-term, having already built partnerships for charge port compatibility with major automotive OEMs.
Top Three Consumer Trends for Germany in 2024
Stephen Dutton
Germany, as a market, has experienced a number of challenges in previous years. Many product and service industries are experiencing a rebalancing effect in the wake of the pandemic, navigating a new normal in supply and demand, while lingering inflation and a cost-of-living crisis continue to squeeze consumers and businesses alike. Despite the challenges, there is room for optimism.