Examining the rise of Gen Z’s global, digital rebellion
Protests sparked by Gen Zers have caused disruption across the globe in 2025, as disillusioned young people use social media to mobilise. Should the political elite be worried? Gen Z are leading a surge in mass youth protesting across the globe, causing disruption in countries including Istanbul, Turkey, Madagascar, Morocco,...
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Spending this festive season: a Gen Z dilemma
The increasing cost of living and diminishing budgets mean that Gen Z are reluctant to spend big over Christmas. They’re redirecting their cash toward experiences rather than products - what might that mean for marketers? It’s the season to be jolly…and spend a lot. Everyone knows that Christmas is a time...
Staying single and liking it…no, seriously
Research suggests that those under the age of 35 are staying single and avoiding relationships. What could this spell for the future, and how might this impact Gen Z? Are you single? A Gen Zer? Perhaps…dare I ask, both? Research suggests that young people are increasingly less likely to settle down...
Are traditional broadcasters doing enough to attract Gen Z?
The manager of the Sidemen on YouTube has warned that the BBC faces irrelevance with younger viewers unless it shifts drastically toward online creators. Are other traditional television broadcasters also under threat? Jordan Schwarzenberger, manager of the extremely popular YouTubers ‘The Sidemen,’ has warned the BBC that it risks...
Why are Gen Z unsure about having children?
Studies show that Gen Z are becoming increasingly uncertain about having kids, citing climate change and economic uncertainty as key factors in their decisions. Should we be worried? Are you a family person? Research over the last few years suggests that Gen Z and those under 50 are becoming increasingly...
Examining Gen Z’s nostalgic love of disposable cameras
Disposable camera sales are on the rise, following the decade-long resurgence of vinyl records. What’s causing young people to turn back to older technology? Is it novelty, nostalgia, fun, or all three? According to photography company Kodak, the sale of digital and disposable cameras has doubled over the past five...
Are Gen Z social media apps sustainable long-term?
US social media startup ‘Locket’ is launching a new feature called ‘Rollcall’ that allows users to post photo dumps for up to seven days. The update is indicative of a wider Gen Z trend toward private social media feeds, but actually providing an economically-sustainable space to do this is very hard. Viral social media app Locket has announced it will be launching a new feature called ‘Rollcall’ that gives users...
How are Gen Z changing the way we socialise?
New research by Hinge, in partnership with FOOD and ON ROAD, has found that most young people prioritise one-on-one connection over everything else, suggesting that close friendships are an important part of combatting Gen Z loneliness. Anyone who’s spent time in the advertising industry knows that marketers are forever yearning for an answer to the Gen Z loneliness epidemic. How can brands reach young people who are routinely jaded, uninterested and...
Analysing the Gen Z European travel boom
New research indicates that Europe’s travel boom is being spurred on by Gen Z spending, with young people most likely to splash their cash and take regular trips abroad. Is tourism immune to the cost of living crisis? New studies show that Europe is experiencing a travel boom, and Gen Zers are the driving force. Forecasts predict that Gen Z will spend the most on international trips over the next twelve...
What’s causing the rise in Gen Z ‘job hugging?’
Recent studies suggest that Gen Z are now more likely to stick out a job and prioritise security, rather than job hop in the pursuit of fresh experiences and new skills. What’s causing this shift? Every month, researchers coin a new term to describe career trends among young people. Whether it’s ‘job hopping,’ ‘micro retirement,’ ‘quiet quitting,’ or anything in between, you can bet that Gen Z behaviours will continue to...
