Retail is at an inflexion point, where success hinges on a brand's ability to orchestrate memorable, data-driven shopping experiences on a large scale. In 2025, augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) will no longer be experimental add-ons; they will be core engines of retail transformation. The global AR in the retail market alone is projected to reach nearly US$64 billion by 2030, driven by the growing adoption of AR across beauty, furniture, fashion, and consumer electronics

The US$6.3 trillion global chemical industry is expanding at a 2.3% CAGR, but rising data complexity, regulatory pressure, and market volatility are reshaping its growth dynamics. Only 30–35% of firms are adopting advanced analytics to turn these challenges into opportunities for customer-focused innovation.  The Analytics Imperative: Quantifying Value in Chemicals  Chemicals touch every part of industry, such as manufacturing, electronics, pharma, energy, agriculture, and be

AI-powered hyper-personalisation redefines how banks serve small and medium enterprises (SMEs).   By 2025, this evolution has transcended mere market trends to become an essential business requirement. The international SME banking industry has achieved a market valuation of US$1.72 trillion, with over 78% of small and medium enterprises now utilising exclusively digital banking solutions. More than 35% of SME lending globally is facilitated through financial technology partn