via Craig Hale, TechRadar Consumers just want real, human sources Consumers are experiencing ‘bot fatigue’ after interacting with impersonal AI, WordPress VIP finds. 61% can’t even name a brand that’s using AI well in marketing or CX. AI is emerging as a discovery layer, not a customer service replacement. New research from WordPress VIP has uncovered just how much AI is impacting browsing and online shopping habits, with three in four (74%) consumers believing the Internet feels less ‘human’ than…
WP Engine Blog: DE{CODE} 2026: Shaping the Intelligent Web, Together
WP Engine’s seventh annual DE{CODE}, a global virtual conference designed for developers, agencies, and marketers driving web innovation, brought together a massive global audience. With nearly 2,800 live attendees, sessions explored how AI is reshaping the way the web works for both humans and agents. More than 40 speakers took the virtual stage to share expert insights on everything from machine-readable content to the rise of zero-click commerce. This year’s conference was a deep, unflinching look at what it means…
The Urgent Need for Creativity in Life and Why Our Dependence on Personal Tech Can Erode Our Individuality
A new year, a new you… The year was 2019. The place was Austin, Texas, during SXSW. Shortly after my keynote and official debut of LifeScale, I visited the Velocitize Talks studio hosted by WP Engine. There, I shared research and insights into my latest book, along with digital transformation, the future of brand, the impact of digital distractions, and the importance of living a more creative life. After all this time, I’m proud to finally share the results of that session…