Machine learning (ML) stories - Page 26
A subset of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning describes the process by which a computer is ‘trained’ to recognise and react to inputs or situations without being explicitly told what those reactions should be. Applied ML in business is referred to as ‘predictive analytics’ because the analytics software is trained to respond to incoming data and provide adaptive insights. ML is among the techniques being used in pursuit of AI mimicking the human brain.
Palo Alto warns on earnings as guidance disappoints
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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network security
Palo Alto Networks beat quarterly estimates but flagged weaker next-quarter earnings, unsettling investors despite stronger revenue and contract growth.
Gr4vy adds Sardine tools to unify fraud & payments
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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biometrics
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fintech
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cx
Gr4vy integrates Sardine fraud and AML tools into its payments orchestration platform, offering merchants unified risk and routing in one layer.
AI deepfakes erode trust and reshape UK dating apps
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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data protection
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physical security
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risk & compliance
Deepfakes fuel mistrust on UK dating apps as users turn to AI companions, with scammers and identity fraud exploiting synthetic profiles.
DryvIQ unveils Nasuni connector for unified governance
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
DryvIQ launches Nasuni connector to unify governance, migration and AI-ready insight across dispersed unstructured enterprise content.
Westcon-Comstor, UiPath expand Europe automation pact
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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it automation
Westcon-Comstor and UiPath broaden their automation pact, naming Westcon-Comstor strategic distributor for partners across Europe.
Sage adds AI to Intacct for faster, clearer finance work
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
Sage has embedded new AI tools in Sage Intacct to speed period-end close, sharpen cash visibility and cut manual finance workloads.
Record ransomware surge as 7,458 victims named in 2025
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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malware
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ransomware
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encryption
Ransomware hits record 7,458 named victims in 2025 as 124 gangs crowd dark web leak sites and new “supergroup” alliances emerge.
Firgun backs Quantum Elements in quantum software bet
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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hyperscale
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quantum computing
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digital twins
Firgun backs Los Angeles quantum start-up Quantum Elements to scale its AI-powered Constellation software platform for circuit design.
CompTIA launches SecAI+ to tackle AI security skills
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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malware
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data protection
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devops
CompTIA unveils SecAI+ certification to equip cybersecurity professionals with AI security, risk management and governance skills.
Data-only extortion surges as remote access abused
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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data protection
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dr
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vpns
Data-only extortion soars 11-fold as attackers 'log in instead of break in', abusing remote access tools for faster, stealthier raids.
McLaren extends Dell tech deal to power F1 data push
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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storage
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gaming
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network infrastructure
McLaren extends its long-running Dell tech deal to boost AI-driven data, simulations and race strategy across its factory and F1 trackside ops.
Cross-border trade fears spur AI push, delay expansion
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
Rising cross-border trade complexity is pushing firms to delay expansion and lean on AI, as regulatory uncertainty reshapes global growth plans.
Check Point named GigaOm cloud network security leader
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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firewalls
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private cloud
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hybrid cloud
Check Point tops GigaOm's 2025 Radar for cloud network security for a third year, named a Leader and Fast Mover for its unified platform.
MindBridge & Genpact partner on AI audit analytics
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
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data analytics
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martech
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partner programmes
MindBridge and Genpact forge global alliance to embed AI-driven audit analytics into enterprise risk consulting and financial assurance work.
LJMU launches AI academy to boost staff skills, save time
Tue, 17th Feb 2026
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edutech
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data protection
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digital transformation
Liverpool John Moores University launches AI Academy with Multiverse to upskill 134 staff and free hours weekly for teaching and research.
Access Group invests GBP £1.5m in AI apprenticeships
Tue, 17th Feb 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
Access Group is investing £1.5m of Apprenticeship Levy funds to train 115 staff on new AI programmes across roles and skill levels.
Meaningful Planet raises seed funding to cut mobile waste
Tue, 17th Feb 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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iot
Meaningful Planet secures seed backing from SFC Capital to tackle GBP £1 billion in wasted UK corporate mobile spend with its MILO platform.
Google expands Gemini Deep Think for research, APIs
Mon, 16th Feb 2026
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data analytics
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api
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llms
Google extends its Gemini 3 Deep Think reasoning mode to researchers and developers, opening early access through the Gemini API for advanced work.
Canopy unveils AI bookkeeping module for 2026 launch
Mon, 16th Feb 2026
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financial systems
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rpa
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ai
Canopy to launch AI-powered bookkeeping module in 2026, unifying ledger visibility, month-end workflows and client collaboration tools.
OpenAI unveils GPT-5.3 Codex Spark for real-time coding
Mon, 16th Feb 2026
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devops
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apm
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llms
OpenAI debuts GPT-5.3 Codex Spark, a Cerebras-powered research preview promising ultra-fast, real-time coding for ChatGPT Pro users.