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Mediaworks, one of the UK’s largest independent digital marketing agencies, has teamed up with Newcastle NE1 to deliver a programme of engagement for local schools across the region.

Since its launch by OpenAI in November 2022, ChatGPT has dominated the tech media headlines. The multi-talented chatbot has the ability to write code, generate reports, translate content into different languages and answer a wide range of questions. Short of juggling, its reported talents know no ends, seemingly providing users with a tool to complete hour long tasks in minutes – but is it really worth the hype, or is it just a case of the emperor's new clothes?

On average, today's consumer uses more than 5 channels before making a purchase – this uptick in digital adoption has made customer journeys even more complex and nonlinear. While this shift comes with its own challenges, it does appear to benefit eCommerce: eCommerce sales saw a 27.2% increase in 2020, followed by a 14.2% increase in 2021.

TikTok has been named the fastest growing social media platform of all time, making it a phenomenon that brands can no longer ignore. With that comes uncertainty on how to navigate this new avenue of marketing.

As we enter 2023 with the UK in an economic recession, almost all organisations face the challenge of building plans that will react, pivot, and overcome the unique challenges they face.

This is the time of year when the biggest brands compete to stand out on the run-up to Christmas.