United Kingdom (UK) stories - Page 124
CFOs to increase tech investment, boost £20M revenue
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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partner programmes
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clean technologies
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sustainability
A new study reveals only 35% of CFOs feel their technology meets evolving demands, prompting plans for an 18% investment rise over five years.
UK, France, and Belgium face AI integration hurdles
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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ai
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productivity
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skills shortage
A recent survey reveals that IT leaders in the UK, France, and Belgium face significant challenges integrating AI, despite recognising its transformative potential.
UK & US firms face rising data costs despite upgrades
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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cloud services
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cto
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data management
A new study reveals that 94% of financial institutions in the UK and US anticipate rising data budgets, raising concerns over cost control amid increasing expenses.
Wildstone names Stuart Smith as new Chief Financial Officer
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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cfo
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digitalisation
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m&a
Wildstone has appointed Stuart Smith as its new Chief Financial Officer to oversee financial activities amid its international expansion efforts.
Splend secures USD $300m to expand EV rideshare fleet
Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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cartech
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evs
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splend
Splend has secured over USD $300 million to expand its zero-emissions rideshare fleet in Australia and the UK, aiming for 10,000 vehicles by 2025.
AVK & Rolls-Royce see sales surge for HVO generators
Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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clean technologies
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renewable energy
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hydrogen
AVK and Rolls-Royce have made significant strides in their net-zero goals, selling over 500 HVO-powered generators to the data centre sector in 2024.
UK urged to prioritise employee training for cyber defence
Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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public sector
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cyber threat
UK security experts warn of underestimating state-sponsored cyber threats, stressing the need for robust training and information governance frameworks.
Normative launches new CSRD solution with CEO appointment
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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climate change
Normative has launched a new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive offering, responding to rising demands for expert ESG reporting guidance as Sebastien Blanc becomes CEO.
IRIS Software Group announces acquisition of Dext Software
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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integration
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iris software group
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acquisition
IRIS Software Group has announced its acquisition of Dext Software to enhance bookkeeping automation and streamline accounting workflows.
Cybercriminals exploit encrypted channels for malware
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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malware
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cloud security
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phishing
A recent Zscaler report reveals a 10% increase in cyberthreats via encrypted channels, now 87% of all attacks, with manufacturing most targeted.
AI confidence crisis prompts urgent call for UK upskilling
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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e-learning
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financial systems
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ai
A recent survey reveals a significant AI confidence crisis in the UK workforce, with 74% of employees worried about integrating AI into their roles.
Majority of UK CFOs require six-day week amid stress
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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inflation
A survey by AccountsIQ reveals that 85% of CFOs in the UK and Ireland feel a six-day work week is essential to manage financial responsibilities.
UK SMBs lose GBP £11,000 on average to online fraud in 2024
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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email security
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cybersecurity
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productivity
Research shows UK small and medium-sized businesses lost nearly GBP £11,000 each to online fraud in 2024, raising survival concerns among leaders.
Lineaje report reveals open source vulnerabilities rise
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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malware
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
A new report by Lineaje reveals that over 95% of security vulnerabilities stem from open-source dependencies, highlighting critical risks for organisations.
Westcon-Comstor partners with Juniper to expand AWS sales
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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juniper networks
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westcon-comstor
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cloud marketplace
Westcon-Comstor has partnered with Juniper Networks to enhance growth opportunities for channel partners on AWS Marketplace across EMEA and APAC.
Wasabi expands UK data storage with IBM Cloud London centre
Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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hyperscale
Wasabi Technologies expands its UK data storage by adding IBM Cloud's London data centre, boosting AI support and meeting evolving regulatory needs.
Logicalis UK&I appoints Anamaria Gibbons as marketing head
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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xdr
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Logicalis UK&I has appointed Anamaria Gibbons as Marketing and Communications Director to strengthen its brand across the UK and Ireland.
Avanade advises mid-market firms to rethink AI strategies
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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ai ethics & governance
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avanade
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roi
Avanade is urging mid-market firms to rethink AI adoption, focusing on a people-centric approach amid concerns over job displacement and workplace dynamics.
Infinigate & Cloudflare expand partnership across Europe
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Infinigate is expanding its partnership with Cloudflare to cover multiple European regions, aiming to enhance cybersecurity services for clients.
Cyber threats heighten with holiday sales here
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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ai
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday in full swing, cyber threats loom large, urging consumers and retailers to bolster their online security against potential attacks.