Christmas

This holiday season, AI is not only stepping into the role of a gift-giving sidekick; it's becoming a co-shopper, an advisor, and in some cases, the silent decision-maker influencing what gifts are exchanged this season. We recently surveyed 2,000 consumers who use AI tools at least monthly to learn how they use AI for gift giving. The results were clear: shoppers are turning to AI not just for inspiration, but for decision-making, stress relief, and even sentimental tasks.

Auto-New Domestic

What's been referred to in the industry as a credit washing scam tactic appears to be growing in popularity in auto loans – including some fraudsters who on paper resemble borrowers with sound, low-risk credit. This according to a new study from Chicago-based credit reporting bureau TransUnion.

Generation Z Market

Gen Z and Gen Alpha are projected to account for 40% of fashion spending within the next decade. These generations spend 7% more of their disposable income than previous generations on clothing and shoes. Fashion also serves as the entry point to AI for many young consumers, with 41% of Gen Z and Gen Alpha using AI weekly to shop for fashion items compared to 34% of older generations.