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The Ultimate Guide to Marketing Technologies

A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Marketing Technologies (MarTech).

What to know about Marketing Technologies

Marketing Technologies, commonly known as MarTech, encompass a wide array of tools and platforms that enable businesses to optimise their marketing efforts through technology-driven solutions. This dynamic field spans everything from digital payment systems and e-commerce innovations to AI-powered personalization, data analytics, and customer experience platforms. Embracing these technologies allows businesses to engage consumers more effectively, streamline operations, and adapt swiftly to changing market conditions.

Recent stories highlight significant developments such as advances in contactless payment solutions, the integration of artificial intelligence across marketing and customer engagement platforms, and strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing digital commerce and user experience. From AI-driven fraud prevention and loyalty programs to innovative eCommerce platforms fueling global expansion, the evolution of Marketing Technologies is reshaping how businesses connect with audiences and drive growth.

Readers exploring this tag will gain insights into the latest trends, emerging tools, and strategic considerations surrounding MarTech. Whether it’s understanding the impact of AI and machine learning on customer personalization, exploring new payment methods in digital commerce, or learning from case studies on successful technology-driven marketing transitions, the stories offer valuable guidance for businesses aiming to leverage technology for marketing success.

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Recent Marketing Technologies News

UK marketers plan to spend more on AI, Canva finds
Marketing

UK marketers plan to spend more on AI, Canva finds

UK marketers set to lift AI budgets as Canva research warns consumers still want human touch, clearer rules and more trust in adverts.

2 days ago

Luma opens Uni-1.1 API to image developers in Europe
Benchmarking

Luma opens Uni-1.1 API to image developers in Europe

Luma opens Uni-1.1 API to European developers, touting a unified text-and-image model for faster edits, stronger consistency and lower costs.

2 days ago

UK consumers use AI widely but trust lags, EY finds
Data breach

UK consumers use AI widely but trust lags, EY finds

EY says 74% of UK consumers have used AI in six months, but only 14% would trust fully autonomous systems as security and governance worries grow.

2 days ago

FICO urges UK lenders to use AI in collections for payments
Productivity

FICO urges UK lenders to use AI in collections for payments

FICO says UK lenders should use AI in collections as missed card payments and balances rise, adding pressure to manual recovery teams.

3 days ago

Keen AI & SP Energy launch grid tool for developers
Customer service

Keen AI & SP Energy launch grid tool for developers

Keen AI and SP Energy Networks unveil IConn to cut UK grid connection checks to seconds as demand for wind, solar and battery projects surges.

3 days ago

O2 Business rebrand targets UK firms' tech complexity
Cloud Services

O2 Business rebrand targets UK firms' tech complexity

O2 Business launch aims to cut tech clutter for UK firms as survey finds 66% of leaders say technology choices are getting harder.

4 days ago

Udora raises GBP £7.5m to expand UK gifting platform
Customer Data Platforms

Udora raises GBP £7.5m to expand UK gifting platform

Udora secures GBP £7.5m to deepen UK expansion, as the rebranded gifting marketplace targets more local sellers and wider product lines.

4 days ago

The UK's subscription economy crackdown and what this means for tech businesses
IT Industry

The UK's subscription economy crackdown and what this means for tech businesses

UK subscription businesses face pro-rata refund systems, stricter cancellation rules and a Spring 2027 deadline under new consumer protection reforms.

4 days ago

Edinburgh study calls for youth-friendly banking redesign
Gaming

Edinburgh study calls for youth-friendly banking redesign

Edinburgh research urges banks to co-design youth services with customers, after 350 Scots say digital money, gaming and patchy advice are reshaping finances.

4 days ago

Doxis named Gartner leader for document management again
Partner Programmes

Doxis named Gartner leader for document management again

Doxis earns Gartner Leader status in 2026 document management quadrant after AI-driven platform upgrades and second straight recognition.

Last week

BT urges analogue landline users to switch to digital
Digital divide

BT urges analogue landline users to switch to digital

BT, with broadcaster Clare Balding, launches a campaign urging analogue landline users to switch before the UK's January 2027 digital switchover.

Last week

Shoppers want AI to tailor delivery fees at checkout
Online shopping

Shoppers want AI to tailor delivery fees at checkout

Shoppers want AI to adjust delivery fees in real time as retailers face pressure to balance costs, conversion and fulfilment choices at checkout.

Last week

Turning practical AI use cases into measurable impact
Productivity

Turning practical AI use cases into measurable impact

AI is cutting contact-centre admin, spotting demand spikes and guiding agents in real time, helping firms lift service without losing the human touch.

Last week

Sage acquires Doyen AI to speed finance software migration
Productivity

Sage acquires Doyen AI to speed finance software migration

Sage buys Doyen AI to cut finance software migration from weeks to days, as the group pushes deeper into AI-led onboarding tools.

Last week

hivr.ai & Radisson roll out group booking automation
Productivity

hivr.ai & Radisson roll out group booking automation

Radisson Hotel Group rolls out hivr.ai software across Europe to cut manual rooming-list work in meetings and group hotel bookings.

Last week

UK online retail spending rises 10.5% in March
Online shopping

UK online retail spending rises 10.5% in March

UK online retail spending jumps 10.5% in March as Parcelhero says eCommerce stayed strong despite fuel-led boost and Iran conflict fears.

Last week

Vernon Building Society taps FintechOS for mortgage overhaul
Productivity

Vernon Building Society taps FintechOS for mortgage overhaul

Vernon Building Society taps FintechOS to speed mortgage processing with AI tools, while keeping its core banking systems unchanged.

Last week

Webtrends Optimize launches charity grant for CRO platform
Marketing

Webtrends Optimize launches charity grant for CRO platform

Webtrends Optimize to give one charity a 12-month free licence to its conversion platform in new Conversion For Good grant scheme.

Last week

Most UK shoppers oppose dynamic pricing for groceries
Revenue management

Most UK shoppers oppose dynamic pricing for groceries

Most UK shoppers reject dynamic pricing for groceries, with 65% disliking it and 91% saying transparent, fair pricing matters most.

Last week

UK SMEs could save £10,000 by ditching software tools
Marketing

UK SMEs could save £10,000 by ditching software tools

UK SMEs could trim software bills by GBP £10,000 a year by scrapping unused subscriptions as AI agents reshape SaaS spending.

Last week

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