United Kingdom (UK) stories - Page 99

Hybrid cloud use in the UK and Ireland hits 68%, but over half of IT leaders still lack full visibility of cloud costs, hampering ROI measurement.

A survey finds young Britons spend nearly five hours daily on smartphones, with many seeking to reduce screen time to improve wellbeing.

Google now requires UK telemedicine providers to obtain LegitScript certification before advertising telehealth services on its platforms, enhancing patient safety.

Targa Telematics has unified its global digital presence under one platform, enhancing brand identity after integrating Viasat across multiple countries.

MoU formalises a three-year alliance in semiconductor supply, boosting innovation and security for G7 nations.

Ad Signal appoints Nick Pearce as Chief Revenue Officer following GBP £3 million funding to drive expansion in Europe and the US media sectors.

Phil Jackman retires as CEO of CyberNorth after eight years of boosting the North East's cyber security sector nationally and internationally.

Everywhen has cut workplace costs by 28% through a partnership with Apogee, driving hybrid work and digital transformation across its UK workforce.

XTIUM has launched direct operations in Europe from Rotterdam, expanding managed IT services including cybersecurity for EMEA businesses.

London-based Mozart AI raises USD $730,000 to develop an AI-powered Digital Audio Workstation, helping artists create music faster while keeping creative control.

UK entry-level tech jobs have dropped 32% since ChatGPT's launch, hitting new graduates hard amid rising demands for AI and automation skills.

John Lewis Partnership now allows brands to run ads offsite on digital channels using first-party data, expanding beyond its own platforms for broader reach.

Lobster appoints Emanuel Eibach as CFO to boost global growth, leveraging his 20 years of financial leadership in scaling software firms and M&A expertise.

UK consumers show low trust in real-time payments security, with only 35% viewing it as safer than credit cards amid rising scam losses of GBP £450 million.

Symatrix appoints Stacey Thorpe as Managed Payroll Director to drive growth in managed payroll services across the UK and global markets.

Japan has passed the Active Cyber Defense Law, allowing pre-emptive action against cyber threats while safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.

UK finance staff widely use AI tools but worry about inadequate training, data security, and lack of regulatory oversight in their organisations.

UK firms pay higher ransoms amid rising recovery costs from ransomware attacks, with 54% choosing to pay and median payouts at USD $1 million, Sophos reports.

Kia Connect now offers driver risk scores via its app across 27 European countries, helping users personalise insurance rates with insurers.

UK credit card balances rose to an average of GBP £1,875 in April 2025 as payments dropped to 33.98%, highlighting ongoing household financial strain.