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Less than half of UK firms use GenAI despite recognised benefits

Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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UiPath's Global Knowledge Worker Survey reveals that only 47% of UK businesses are utilising GenAI tools. Meanwhile, 28% of workers are experiencing burnout, highlighting a need for better AI training and support.
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Xero unveils AI companion JAX to enhance accounting accuracy

Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Xero has revealed its AI-powered business companion, Just Ask Xero (JAX), to boost accuracy in accounting tasks, launching a beta in August.
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Bank partners with Newgen Software to digitise onboarding

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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Centennial Bank partners with Newgen Software to digitise onboarding, enhancing customer experience with a streamlined, low-code automation solution.
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Finance professionals lead in AI adoption, report reveals

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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Finance professionals lead AI adoption, with 63% utilising it for fraud detection and risk management. Marketing and sales show lower usage at 27% and 19%.
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OpenPayd's annual recurring revenue tops GBP £40 million

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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OpenPayd doubles growth for the second year, hitting over GBP £40 million ARR, as embedded finance adoption surges. CEO Dimitrova eyes new milestones.
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UK SMEs eye global expansion despite banking challenges

Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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A new report by IFX Payments reveals that 78% of UK SMEs are set to expand globally despite facing challenges from ring-fencing regulations and Brexit.
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HID integrates U.ARE.U camera system with Amazon Rekognition

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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HID integrates its U.ARE.U Camera Identification System with Amazon Rekognition, enhancing facial analysis and verification for self-service and POS environments.
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Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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A new ISACA report reveals organisations worldwide recognise the rising importance of digital trust but substantially underfund initiatives.
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Trustly reports robust growth with US$58 billion in transactions

Thu, 30th May 2024
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Trustly's 2023 annual report reveals a 79% surge in transactions, totaling US$58 billion, and a 51% rise in operating profit, driven by its expanded presence and strategic acquisitions in Europe.
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US consumers spend USD $331.6 billion online in first quarter 2024

Thu, 30th May 2024
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US consumers spent USD $331.6 billion online in Q1 2024, with groceries, electronics, and apparel driving growth, Adobe Analytics reveals.
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First AML & Armalytix join forces to elevate AML processes

Thu, 30th May 2024
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First AML has partnered with Open Banking tech platform Armalytix to boost Source of Funds and Source of Wealth capabilities for large conveyancing firms.
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Survey: millennials & men most targeted by financial fraud

Tue, 28th May 2024
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Millennials and men, particularly those aged 35-44, are most frequently targeted by financial fraud, reveals an Arbuthnot Latham survey.
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Trustly's Azura checkout boosts user spending & conversions

Fri, 24th May 2024
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Trustly's Azura checkout technology has transformed consumer payment habits across Europe, boosting spending, frequency, transaction speed, and conversion rates.
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Surviving digital Darwinism by levelling up to a cloud ERP

Thu, 23rd May 2024
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In the age of digital Darwinism, businesses must adapt swiftly. Transitioning to a cloud ERP system like NetSuite offers scalability, integration, and industry-specific solutions vital for growth.
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Unified communications market to expand to USD $187.6 billion by 2031

Tue, 21st May 2024
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New research reveals the global unified communications market will soar from USD $48.1B in 2021 to USD $187.6B by 2031, driven by digital transformation and remote work trends.
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NormCyber earns Microsoft specialisation for threat protection

Fri, 17th May 2024
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NormCyber earns prestigious Microsoft Threat Protection specialisation, demonstrating its expertise in deploying advanced cyber security solutions and solidifying its status as a top-tier Microsoft Security Solutions Partner.
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GoCardless appoints Jolawn Victor as Chief Growth Officer

Wed, 15th May 2024
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GoCardless has appointed Jolawn Victor as Chief Growth Officer, leveraging her vast experience in tech and growth marketing to support its global expansion.
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AI talent in banking sees significant growth, report reveals

Wed, 15th May 2024
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AI-driven roles in US and European banks show robust growth, doubling overall headcount growth despite job cuts, according to Evident report.
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Corporate treasurers frustrated by outdated bank onboarding methods

Tue, 14th May 2024
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Research by Encompass Corporation reveals that 87% of corporate treasurers in the UK and US abandon banking applications due to outdated onboarding processes.
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AI talent in US & European banks surges amidst sector layoffs

Tue, 14th May 2024
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AI talent has grown by 9% in the world's biggest banks over the last six months, led by a recruitment drive towards AI implementation.