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This is the second in a three-part series drawn from We Live Context’s whitepaper, Beyond the Algorithm, created to help brand strategists decode the emotional drivers behind consumer behaviour in an AI and algorithm shaped world
Future of experiences for human engagement
< 1 min readExplore the transformative power of human-centric experiences with Mahen Ansari, Global Human Insights at Coca-Cola.
What I Know Now... Joanne Pearson
14 min readEach month, We Live Context’s Rhiannon Price asks some familiar faces in the MRX world what they have learned about themselves and the industry on their journey so far.
An estimated £9bn is spent annually on market research in the UK. This article describes three behavioural science reasons why organisations don’t always maximise value from this investment.
Lighting the Future: Solar Photovoltaic Market on Course to Soar Beyond USD 578 Billion by 2032
6 min readThe market is projected to grow from about USD 289.6 billion in 2023 to roughly USD 578.2 billion by 2032, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately 8.3%.
Discover the key takeaways from Esomar Congress Prague’s panel on investment strategy in uncertain times — exploring how AI, geopolitical shifts, and evolving client needs are reshaping the $147.5B data and insights industry.
Lima hosted the ESOMAR LATAM Conference 2025, uniting the insights community for two days of learning against a stunning Peruvian backdrop.
Reflecting on the Success of ESOMAR Congress 2024: Insights, Awards, and Sustainable Practices
2 min readCelebrate the ESOMAR Congress 2024 in Athens, where over 1,000 delegates enjoyed 135+ speakers and the Research Effectiveness Awards.
Unlock the secrets of Circular Economy with Anthony CMS, CEO of Codit, as he delves into the core principles and actionable insights for sustainable business practices
This year, around 80 elections, including many for president, will occur globally. They provide opportunities to gauge public preferences and interpret voting intentions through surveys, but there are also illegitimate efforts aimed at confused voters.
Synthetic Consumers Are Not Fake Humans
14 min readA three-stage validation across six AI models, three countries, and 11,000 synthetic interviews reveals where they help, where they fail, and why real human validation still matters.
The fifth annual Insight250 awards are set to be revealed on Tuesday, October 21 at 3pm CEST with a special online announcement
Brunswick’s 2026 report forecasts a convergence of blended reality, human augmentation, and a counter-trend demand for authentic, human-centric craft.
This is part of a three-part series on disciplinary influences in qualitative market research. The series examines the uneven impact of psychological, psychoanalytical, and sociological perspectives, and make the case for a more pluralistic approach.
Part one of a two-part series on how to best utilize market research data that is stored in an organization’s data lake
Join us in uncovering groundbreaking insights, fresh perspectives, and innovative ideas as we rise together to shape the future of insights!
3 killer questions to ask your research partner
< 1 min readJoin Gene Saykin from Tuna at Congress 2023 as we delve into the essential questions to identify the perfect research ally.
Safeguarding Trust in the Age of AI: Why a Revised Code of Conduct Matters for Our Industry
5 min readESOMAR met at the ICC in Paris with over 50 attendees to discuss the future of marketing and celebrate the launch of the ICC Marketing and Advertising Code of Conduct.
The energy transition is a global movement reshaping industries, policies, and investments. Advanced biofuels are promising, low-carbon alternatives from non-food biomass, waste, and feedstocks.
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