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Cegid appoints Bruno Vaffier as new Chief Operating Officer
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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Cegid names Bruno Vaffier as COO, marking a strategic move to enhance AI-driven innovation and expand operational efficiency across global markets.
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Women in engineering call for diversity to drive innovation
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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On International Women in Engineering Day, industry leaders stress the need for diversity and upskilling, advocating for women’s pivotal role in tech innovation.
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AccountsIQ secures Series C investment of EURO €60 million
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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AccountsIQ has secured a Series C investment of EURO €60 million from Axiom Equity to develop AI-powered products, expand its team, and enhance AI capabilities for its users.
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Global banking fraud to hit USD $48bn by 2029, says study
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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Bank fraud is projected to reach USD $48 billion globally by 2029, a 153% surge, driven by evolving AI tactics, says Juniper Research.
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Employees report increased positivity towards AI in the workplace
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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A new Avanade report reveals Microsoft Copilot for M365 boosts workplace communication and creativity but raises concerns over transparency and original thinking.
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Fighting back against the growing threat of ransomware
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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A recent ransomware attack on Southern Water by Black Basta highlights the mounting threat to U.K. critical infrastructure, prompting urgent calls for robust cybersecurity measures.
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UK urgently needs tech skills upgrade to compete globally
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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The UK plummeted to 45th globally for technology and business skills, trailing behind Germany, France, and Spain, despite a GBP £3.5 billion governmental push.
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Databricks & Shutterstock launch enterprise AI image model
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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Databricks and Shutterstock unveil Shutterstock ImageAI, a powerful text-to-image AI model designed for enterprises, leveraging millions of Shutterstock images for high-fidelity visuals.
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Boomi study reveals need for composability in enterprise software
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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Boomi's latest global study, sponsored by IFS and conducted by IDC, underscores the urgent need for composability in enterprise software to combat challenges from outdated systems, per 1,000 surveyed execs.
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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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LexisNexis launches Lexis+ AI in UK market following growing interest
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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LexisNexis introduces Lexis+ AI to the UK, merging advanced AI with legal search tech. Partnered with top firms, it's set to improve legal practice.
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Digital transformation revolutionises logistics industry
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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The logistics sector is undergoing a digital transformation, with companies investing heavily in technologies like AI and IoT to optimise operations and meet growing e-commerce demands.
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Sysdig extends AI security to AWS AI services for safer tech
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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Sysdig extends its AI Workload Security to key AWS services, enhancing protection for AI workloads. This initiative aims to address the increased risks associated with the growing adoption of AI technologies.
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AI investment surges among European startups despite challenges
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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Report reveals 68% of European tech startups are leveraging AI, with investments in emerging technologies like ML and 5G shaping the future landscape.
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UK's outdated tech hampers business progress – report
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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A new NTT DATA report reveals 80% of global organisations struggle with outdated tech, with UK firms particularly hampered by legacy infrastructure.
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Acxiom launches Axcelerate toolkit for Google Cloud users
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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Acxiom has launched Axcelerate, a toolkit designed to help businesses transform raw data into actionable insights via Google Cloud.
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Accor partners with Stripe to streamline global payments
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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Accor partners with Stripe to streamline payments across 5,600 global establishments, enhancing customer experience as Australia's tourism sector rebounds.
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Unit4 launches Success4U to optimise ERP system deployments
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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Unit4 launches Success4U to optimise ERPx deployment, promising reduced costs and improved user experience through its 'Land, Adopt, Expand' strategy.
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UK leaders embrace GenAI but lag in strategy & governance
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Senior decision-makers in UK and Ireland are eager to adopt generative AI but are hindered by a lack of strategic planning, data privacy concerns, and insufficient governance, says new SAS report.
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Cloud4 reports 20% turnover boost after cyber security pivot
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Cloud4's strategic shift to cyber security boosts turnover by nearly 20 percent, reaching GBP £1.1 million for 2024. New products and partnerships fuel growth.