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The majority of consumers are setting a budget this holiday season – but increased promotions may lead some to spend more than they planned. Nearly six-in-10 (58%) consumers are setting a holiday budget, with more than a quarter 26% planning to be strict about their spending, according to a new survey from deal platform RetailMeNot. The average planned holiday spend this year is $913 total ($611 on gifts for others, $302 on themselves).

“Creators today are shaping not just what we watch and share, but how we think, build, and connect online,” says Alesha Williams Boyd, Mashable Editor in Chief. “You may know some of these voices already; we hope to introduce you to a few new ones, too.”

"Cultural intelligence without action is just noise. Artificial intelligence without culture is just automation. IMAGINE brings them together, uniting cultural intelligence with cognitive AI that understands, reasons, and learns, to power smarter campaigns," said Karl Stewart, SVP, Marketing at IGN Entertainment. "This platform is built for marketers who want to move with fans, not behind them."

"Technical defenses are essential, but the human element remains the most targeted and critical layer of security," said John Trest, Chief Learning Officer and Strategic Product Manager, at Inspired eLearning. "With the Simulations Lab, we are giving organizations the tools to turn that potential vulnerability into a powerful strength. We are empowering employees to become the most effective protectors of their organization's intellectual property, customer data, and sensitive health records."

“We’ve all felt the frustration of arriving at a hotel, conference, airport, or sporting event - only to discover that the internet connection is painfully slow,” said Stephen Bye, President and CEO of Ookla, a division of ����ϵ��. “Today, Ookla is introducing a solution. For years, you've trusted Speedtest for your own connectivity. Now, with Speedtest Certified, we're extending that trust to the places you visit. Our rigorous testing takes the gamble out of finding a reliable network, giving you a seal of approval you can count on."

IPVanish just made another move toward strengthening its privacy game: it launched RAM-only servers, marking a major shift in how its network operates..."This initiative complements our ongoing commitment to robust privacy standards, including third-party no-log audits, regular transparency reports, account anonymization, and minimal data collection at signup," said IPVanish Chief Commercial Officer, Subbu Sthanu.

"With potential tariffs and supply chain disruptions on the horizon, we're seeing shoppers start their holiday shopping earlier this year. In fact, more than half plan to begin before November," said Stephanie Carls, Retail Insights Expert at RetailMeNot. "These app-only savings are the smartest way to get ahead, offering deep cash back rewards that put real money back in shoppers' pockets."

With the upcoming holiday weekend, many consumers are keeping their eyes peeled for the Labor Day specials and sales. To help you sort through the best – and worst – buys of the season, ConsumerAffairs spoke to RetailMeNot’s Retail Insights Expert Stephanie Carls. She shares insights on what to buy, what not to buy, whether it’s too early to start planning for the holidays, and more.

After all, though TikTok may tell you that everyone is doing up their dorm rooms at the cost of roughly a new car, in reality, the average family spend (according to a RetailMeNot poll) is a much less jaw-dropping $598. "Bama Rush showed us how TikTok can turn a very specific college tradition into a national spectacle. Dorm culture is doing the same thing, as what used to be a quiet move-in weekend is now a public performance where the reveal and the viral traction matter as much as the room itself," explains Stephanie Carls, who is RetailMeNot's retail insights expert. "This is not decorating. This is dorm culture. That being said, Ikea will still beat out West Elm for most students."

"From current megastars like Blake Lively to historical literary icons like Jules Verne, gender-neutral names are a thing of both the past and present," stated BabyCenter in a news release. "And it looks like the trend isn't going away any time soon."

����ϵ��, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZD), today announced its participation in one investor conference in September: Citi's 2025 Global TMT Conference.

“We are very pleased with our second quarter results, which exceeded expectations and marked our strongest quarterly revenue growth since 2021,” said Vivek Shah, Chief Executive Officer of ����ϵ��. “Our new segment reporting is providing greater transparency into the intrinsic value of our key businesses, including breakthrough results from our Connectivity and Health & Wellness businesses.”

"It's clear what the threat actors are doing – they are outsmarting humans through hyper-personalized phishing techniques using the full capability of AI and deploying at scale," Usman Choudhary, Chief Product and Technology Officer, VIPRE Security Group, says. "Organizations can no longer rely on standard cybersecurity processes, techniques, and technology. They need comprehensive and advanced email security solutions that can help them to deploy like-for-like defenses – at the very least – if not help them stay a step ahead of the tactics used by cybercriminals."

T-Mobile had the best mobile network in the U.S. during the first half of 2025, according to the Speedtest Connectivity Report released by Ookla. Overall, the nation's second-largest wireless carrier delivered a median download speed of 245.48 Mbps. The wireless provider's median 5G download speed was 299.36 Mbps. T-Mobile's Speedtest Connectivity Score of 79.95 topped Verizon's 75.49 tally and AT&T's 72.47.

����ϵ��, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZD) will release its Second Quarter 2025 Earnings at 6:00PM ET on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Additionally, ����ϵ�� invites the public, members of the press, the financial community, stockholders, and other interested parties to listen to a live audio Webcast of its Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Call at 8:30AM ET on Thursday, August 7, 2025.

"We are proud to deliver a fully integrated email security solution that empowers organisations to stay protected against the ever-evolving email threat landscape, without sacrificing simplicity," said Oliver Paterson, Director, Product Management, at VIPRE Security Group. "In a time when email remains the number one attack vector, this solution ensures our customers have the layered, adaptive protection needed to outpace evolving threats."

Sticking to a budget is top-of-mind for back-to-school shoppers this year, with the cost of goods once again serving as the biggest source of stress. Parents shopping for grade school and high school students plan to spend an average of $389 total this year — $177 for grade schoolers and $212 for high schoolers — down from $506 last year, according to a survey by RetailMeNot. For college students, the average expected spend is $598, compared to $821 in 2024.

����ϵ��, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZD), announced today that it completed three acquisitions in the second quarter of 2025: Forensic and Compliance Systems (Cybersecurity & Martech), Email Industries (Cybersecurity & Martech), and Well+Good (Health & Wellness).

Retailers are using it to get a head start on fall, spurring people to buy their decorations now—a time of year when shopping enthusiasm is typically muted...Twenty-seven percent of consumers are preparing for Halloween this summer, according to a survey of 1,120 U.S. adults by RetailMeNot, an online marketplace for coupons and cashback. “Halloween is this year-round persona,” says Stephanie Carls, a RetailMeNot retail insights expert.

“At a time when we’re seeing widespread economic uncertainty among parents, it’s really interesting to see how they’ve embraced luxurious names,” Rebekah Wahlberg, a baby name trends specialist at BabyCenter, told HuffPost. “Obviously no parent wants their child to worry about money ― and using a baby name that signals wealth is a way of manifesting a better future.”

A large majority of consumers are planning to participate in Amazon’s upcoming Prime Day sales event, especially those under the age of 60. That’s according to a new report from RetailMeNot, which found that 84% of U.S. adults say they plan to participate in Prime Day this year, up from 81% in 2024. That number rises to 92% among those aged 45 to 60, while 88% of millennials plan on shopping during the event.

Today, RetailMeNot, a ����ϵ�� company, announces the return of Summer Checklist, a savings event running from June 5-9. Shoppers can take advantage of exclusive deals and cash back on everything they need to gear up for summer - from travel essentials like hotels and flights to fashion, accessories, home entertainment and more. With top retailers like Expedia, Ray-Ban, Elf Cosmetics, Old Navy, Viator and others participating, Summer Checklist is the ideal time to save on all your summer plans.

"We are excited to introduce our new Penetration Testing service, which further strengthens our commitment to providing comprehensive, affordable security solutions to those who need it most," said Oliver Patterson, Director, Product Management, at VIPRE Security Group. "In today's complex threat landscape, proactive vulnerability identification is critical. Our Penetration Testing service enables businesses to stay ahead of potential threats and ensure the integrity of their systems."

Robert den Drijver, VP & Head of Global Sales at VIPRE Security Group, said: “We are thrilled to join forces with the United Rugby Championship. At VIPRE, we understand the importance of a strong defence and the ability to adapt to evolving threats – values that are deeply ingrained in the ethos of rugby. Just as URC teams strive for peak performance and resilience on the field, we are dedicated to empowering our customers with the cybersecurity tools they need to protect their digital lives and businesses.”

Subbu Sthanu, IPVanish General Manager, said: "Whether it’s on the pitch or online, everyone needs to protect their home. This partnership allows us to connect with a passionate, tech-savvy audience and drive home the importance of security and privacy in everyday life."

"This acquisition marks a significant milestone in our mission to provide the most comprehensive and secure email archiving solutions available," stated Usman Choudhary, General Manager of VIPRE Security Group. "By uniting Cryoserver's direct-to-market strength with Solar Archive's innovative partner-centric platform, VIPRE is uniquely positioned to address the evolving compliance, security, and operational demands of organizations and MSPs worldwide."

More consumers plan to shop Memorial Day sales this year, but they intend to spend less. Tighter budgets will also impact summer spending. That’s according to survey by RetailMeNot, which found that 36% of consumers plan to shop Memorial Day sales this year, up 18% from 2024. They intend to spend an average of $289, which is down $8 from last year.

“Today’s travelers need more than just convenience—they need secure, uninterrupted connectivity wherever they go,” said Subbu Sthanu, Chief Commercial Officer at IPVanish. “By bundling a free eSIM with our VPN, we’re giving our customers a complete traveler’s toolkit to stay safe and connected on the move. Whether you’re navigating unfamiliar networks or working remotely abroad, we believe digital freedom should never come at the cost of personal security.”

"We are pleased with our overall first quarter performance, which surpassed our internal targets," said Vivek Shah, Chief Executive Officer of ����ϵ��. "The combination of accelerating revenue growth, a healthy M&A cadence, and our active share buyback program has us optimistic about our prospects for the balance of the year."