MBS Intelligence

Category: Digital

We are firmly in the heart of retailers’ ‘golden quarter’, the period of October to December where consumers increase their shopping during Black Friday and

Does it have to be lonely at the top? Claire Davenport doesn’t think so. Claire is Chief Executive at Treatwell, a pan-European business marketplace focused

At the beginning of this month, the UK hosted the first-ever AI Safety Summit. Held at Bletchley Park – the base for second world war

In the past ten years or so, there has been a notable shift in the perception and power of Chinese brands. I grew up in

Two weeks ago, it was such a privilege to host a roundtable lunch for women HR leaders in technology. Held on a sunny Thursday afternoon

This week, news headlines were dominated by the US’s decision to shoot down a suspected 200-foot-tall Chinese ‘spy balloon’. Tensions are now running high between

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Deliveroo to launch sommelier service for Valentine’s Day. The delivery service is offering a limited-edition 30 minute wine and dine experience this Valentine’s Day. The app will show suggestions of wine pairings for some of the most popular takeaway dishes, and users can order up to three wines to taste.
Spotify makes profit after 19 years. The music streamer turned its first annual profit since it was founded in 2006, with net income of €1.14bn and revenue of €15.67bn, up 18% in its full year results. Spotify hosts around 6.5m podcast titles alongside hours of music.
Cult Mia sees significant rise in sales. The London-based online fashion marketplace saw net revenue rise 191% year-on-year in 2024 while its average order value increased 9% to £564. Its customer base also grew by more than double and it now aims to continue to grow its portfolio.
Apple launches ‘Invites’. The new app allows users to create custom invitations which can be shared on their iPhone. Features include RSVP, the ability to contribute to Shared Albums and create event soundtracks. It also integrates with maps and weather.
OYO to invest £50m in premium UK hotel portfolio. The global hospitality tech group plans to invest £50m in the UK over the next three years to expand its premium hotel portfolio. This will aim to support 1,000 jobs and attract more international travellers.
Vodafone holds full year guidance. The network service provider saw overall growth increase by 5.2% with revenue in its UK trading rising 3.3% in Q3. During this period it completed the sale of its Italy division for $8bn and received regulatory approval for its merger with Three in the UK.

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