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NHS Humber rolls out automation to save 26,000 staff hours yearly

NHS Humber has launched an outpatient automation programme set to save over 26,000 staff hours annually and deliver multi-year cost savings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise launches API platform for partners

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise unveils ALE API Sphere, a platform giving partners secure, real-time access to product data and services for enhanced collaboration.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Data Protection

UK retailers overconfident in cyber security as risks escalate

Despite 84% confidence in cyber defences, 1 in 5 UK retailers admit they can't prevent attacks as risks rise, causing major operational disruptions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

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AUTO1 Group wins Twilio 2025 EMEA Star Builder Award for innovation

AUTO1 Group has won Twilio's 2025 EMEA Star Builder Award for innovative use of messaging and verification APIs to enhance its used car trading platform.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Data Analytics

Public sector digital progress hindered by skills & strategy gaps

Over half of public sector workers have digital tools but underskill and lack strategy hinder progress towards 2027 digital goals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Cybersecurity

Tech leaders urge UK to boost early-stage cyber security firms

Tech leaders urge UK Government to reform procurement and boost support for early-stage cyber security firms to secure global leadership ambitions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Digital Transformation

UK faces mounting STEM talent exodus amid tighter visa rules

Amid rising visa hurdles, 23% of UK STEM employers report losing skilled workers abroad, threatening future growth in vital science and tech sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Surveillance

UK firms warned of legal risk as AI adoption outpaces policy

UK firms face legal risks as AI use surges, with experts urging urgent adoption of clear policies to prevent discrimination and data breaches.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Data Analytics

ShipStation unveils free plan & smart analytics for UK retailers

ShipStation launches a free plan for UK retailers, adding smart analytics and inventory tools to enhance shipping efficiency and profitability.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Robotics

European schools train 12,000 pupils to build AI & startups

Across ten European countries, 12,000 pupils are learning to build AI solutions and startups to help close the continent's AI skills gap.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Mental Health

Carea app launches tracker to prioritise postpartum mothers' needs

Carea's new Postpartum Mum Tracker app supports new mothers by monitoring physical recovery and mental wellbeing after childbirth, prioritising maternal needs.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Cartech

Dost secures GBP £6 million to launch AI finance platform in UK

Dost secures GBP £6 million to launch UK AI platform automating finance tasks, aiming to cut costs and boost productivity for mid-market firms.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Artificial Intelligence

UK tech sector wastes GBP £3.06 billion in idle IT skills yearly

UK tech consultancies waste GBP £3.06 billion annually on idle IT skills despite widespread talent shortages affecting 81% of businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025

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Panduit FMPS brings safer, high-power smart building solutions

Panduit launches its Fault Managed Power System in EMEA, offering safer, high-power smart building solutions with up to 4.8 kW and 97%+ efficiency.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025

Risk & Compliance

New UK director ID rules spark concerns over fraud risk

New UK rules require company directors to verify identity, but with under 15% compliance, experts warn fraud risks and operational strains on banks loom large.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025

ICT sector

BenchBee: UK tech sector loses GBP £3bn to idle IT experts yearly

UK consultancies lose over GBP £3bn annually as thousands of IT experts remain idle despite widespread digital skills shortages, says BenchBee analysis.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025

Workplace culture

Business leaders urged to tackle biases in organisational change

Business leaders are urged to confront cognitive biases affecting decisions in organisational change, favouring better habits and collective input for success.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025