Microsoft and Orange have announced a multi-million pound partnership that will see companies offered a free trial of Windows Mobile-based Orange smartphones. The partnership is designed to accelerate the adoption of mobile data by businesses.
Morrisons is trialling the personalised, AI-powered initiative, which rewards shoppers for purchasing particular brands they select from a list, something it says will provide value for both the consumer and brands.
Newly appointed chief brand officer Ije Nwokorie will take over as CEO next year.
The direct-to-consumer flower business is reducing its marketing spend as it shifts its focus from growth to profitability, following £100m in operating losses last year.
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