How culture affects financial decision-making around the world
Money makes the world go round, as the saying goes. We explore how culture affects perceptions of money and financial behaviour around the world.
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News and insights from across the world of international digital marketing.
Tourism after Covid-19: An interview with Big Bus Tours
When will international tourism resume? We speak to Big Bus Tours to find out how a leading global attractions business adjusted to Covid & what the future holds.
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10 tips for B2B white paper success
B2B white papers play an important role in B2B content marketing. Read our top tips for white paper success & how to cut through the B2B marketing noise.
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Are white papers dead?
What is a white paper in B2B marketing? White papers are a staple of B2B content marketing but are they still relevant & when should you use them in the buying cycle?
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Is virtual queuing here to stay?
What is virtual queuing and how does a virtual queue work? Covid-19 has accelerated many e-commerce innovations, some of which are here to stay.
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The rise of Buy Now, Pay Later around the world
What is Buy Now, Pay Later? BNPL is one of the fastest growing online payment methods. Find out why it’s so popular and how it varies around the world.
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Why sustainability is increasingly important for international marketers
Sustainability is increasingly important for marketers. In this article, we explore sustainable finance in Scandinavia, sustainable fashion in India and sustainable tourism in Africa.
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How Covid has changed the B2B buying journey
Covid has led to large scale remote working and put face to face events on hold for now. We explore what this means for the B2B buying journey.
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How does fintech compare around the world?
Fintech is growing globally. In this article, we take a look at some of the world’s leading fintech hubs, including Singapore, Lithuania, Switzerland, the Netherlands and India. Find out more.
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Trump’s social media ban: International implications
Following President Trump’s ban from social media, we explore the international implications – including attitudes to censorship and free speech around the world. Find out more.
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10 fintech trends to watch out for in 2021
Covid has accelerated the growing rise of fintech across the world. In this article, we outline the key fintech trends we expect to see in 2021 and beyond.
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Why Santa offers a masterclass in localisation
Santa Claus is iconic but he’s not the only mythical gift-giving figure around the world. Many cultures have their own equivalents. In this article, we explore Santa’s international counterparts.
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Oban’s Christmas gift guide for digital marketers
Struggling with what to buy the digital marketer in your life? Our gift guide contains ideas from gadgets to books to subscriptions plus our own calendar.
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10 key dates and events in 2021 that every international marketer needs to know
Oban’s international travel & e-commerce calendar is invaluable for marketers whose campaigns cross borders. Here, we pick out 10 key cultural dates that international marketers should know.
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Baidu: Everything you need to know about China’s search engine
Baidu is China’s leading search engine. In this detailed overview, we explore everything you need to know about Baidu, including top tips for SEO success.
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Baidu: Top tips for SEO success
Baidu is China’s leading search engine. In this article, we outline the top tips for SEO success on Baidu, from domain strategy to language use to meta and image optimisation.
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How to localise your content for international SEO
Does your business offer products or services internationally? It's essential that your content is localised for it to perform effectively in all your target markets.
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How to create gated content that works for B2B
Gated content is a staple lead generation tool for B2B marketers. How do you create gated content and what ideas and formats work best?
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