United Kingdom (UK) stories - Page 97

UK leads Europe with 47% of firms adopting agentic AI to boost software productivity, outpacing France and Germany amid global AI investment surge.

Hexaware launches GCC 2.0 after acquiring SMC Squared, merging AI and digital solutions to transform Global Capability Centres for strategic enterprise value.

Genetec has expanded its Montreal and London offices to support global growth, now employing over 2,150 people across 20 offices worldwide.

VIOOH partners with Outernet London to offer real-time programmatic access to premium digital out of home screens in central London's entertainment district.

CCL has opened a Beijing office to enhance cross-border logistics and customs services for Chinese eCommerce firms targeting the UK and European markets.

UK payments firm yetipay has raised GBP £3.5 million to fuel growth and new products for hospitality and retail, boosting annual revenues sevenfold.

Lenovo has appointed Tikiri Wanduragala as UKI ISG Technology Leader to drive pre-sales tech teams and product knowledge across the UK and Ireland.

Many firms neglect printer security, with just 36% updating firmware promptly, exposing sensitive data to cyber threats, says HP Wolf Security report.

Nearly 30% of UK risk managers lack trust in third-party vendors, risking digital resilience despite average spends of GBP £75,000-£100,000 on risk management.

Despite 93% confidence in defences, 62% of firms faced mobile app breaches costing an average of USD $6.9 million in 2025, says Guardsquare study.

UK universities and insurers have launched a GBP £2 million project to develop insurance products addressing risks from commercial artificial intelligence use.

Dr John Flackett received an honorary Doctor of Science from Southampton Solent University for three decades of pioneering work in artificial intelligence education and research.

A new report reveals 75% of organisations faced SaaS breaches last year, yet 91% remain confident in their security, highlighting a worrying overconfidence.

UK firms warned to prepare for risks as Microsoft ends support for Windows 10, Office 2016, and others on 14 October 2025, urging strategic IT upgrades now.

UK and EMEA firms cut AI, cybersecurity, and IT budgets as soaring cloud costs and poor AI returns strain finances, says Akamai study of 750 IT leaders.

Westfield Rise launches AI-driven DOOH platform, enabling brands to target 600 shopper profiles with precise digital-style campaigns in physical retail spaces.

RØDE offers its new Wireless Micro Camera Receiver free to current and new users, enhancing seamless audio recording across smartphones and cameras.

James Zipeure appointed Group CEO of Mortar AI to spearhead global growth and launch new Marketing Mix Modelling tool across US, UK and Asia.

UK public attitudes to AI vary with political views, showing differing concerns on surveillance, job loss, and discrimination but broad support for regulation.

Gen Z boosts UK consumer confidence to 28%, driving demand for personalised, authentic retail experiences amid cautious economic optimism, says dentsu report.