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Online voting in the UK could attract 4.9 million new voters
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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uc
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labour party
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telco
Research by Broadband Genie suggests that implementing online voting in the UK could welcome 4.9 million new voters. Is it the solution we need?.
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Consumers demand transparent, reliable business communications
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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cdp
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martech
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transparency
A new report by Esendex reveals consumer demand for transparent and reliable business communications, with many willing to share details for personalised services.
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AI regulation concerns hinder UK business adoption, survey says
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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devops
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cx
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martech
A Freshworks survey reveals 35% of UK businesses see unclear AI regulations as a major barrier to adoption despite acknowledged productivity gains.
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Runtime security challenges for geo-distributed businesses
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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breach prevention
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open source
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containers
A new report finds 85% of container developers experienced cyber incidents related to containers or Kubernetes within the last year.
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Survey shows 76% of firms boost cyber defences for insurance
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Some 76% of firms bolstered cyber defences to secure insurance, though many remain unclear on coverage specifics amid rising attack recovery costs.
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Over half of organisations now have dedicated AI boards - Gartner
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ai
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board of directors
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strategy
A Gartner poll reveals that 55% of organisations have adopted an AI board, with 54% appointing an AI leader, yet only a minority hold CAIO titles.
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ET Browne boosts profits & efficiency with SYSPRO ERP upgrade
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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it in manufacturing
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supply chain systems
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erp
ET Browne, makers of Palmer's Cocoa Butter, report 113% profit rise with SYSPRO ERP upgrade, achieving 7% revenue growth and 22% inventory reduction.
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Survey reveals CFO-accountant divide on financial transformation
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ai
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collaboration
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cfo
A FloQast survey reveals 60% of accountants and CFOs don't prioritise financial transformation, highlighting a gap in understanding despite its critical role.
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UK cyber-attack exposes MoD vulnerabilities, China speculated
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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data protection
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cyber attacks
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european commission
A cyber-attack on the UK Ministry of Defence has sparked speculation about its source, with experts suggesting rival state involvement.
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UK IT leaders express dissatisfaction with cyber insurance options
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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threat intelligence
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it departments
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leadership
A Coalition study reveals 87.6% of UK's mid-sized business IT leaders have faced cyber-attacks, voicing concerns about current insurance offerings' efficacy.
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Microcare Systems boosts cash flow with Zumzum Financials
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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endpoint protection
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digital transformation
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martech
Microcare Systems has slashed costs and streamlined operations by adopting Zumzum Financials via Salesforce, boosting invoicing efficiency and cash flow significantly.
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Telefónica Tech creates 20 jobs in major NI healthcare project
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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digitisation
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workforce management
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jobs
Telefónica Tech UK&I is bolstering Belfast’s workforce with 20 new jobs as it aids Northern Ireland’s rollout of the encompass health and social care record system.
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Mitel expands virtual care services to seven European countries
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ar, vr & metaverse
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mitel
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frost & sullivan
Mitel expands its Virtual Care and Collaboration Service to seven new European markets, including the UK, enhancing patient care with secure, seamless communication solutions.
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eflow Global launches EMIR Refit Readiness Audit ahead of deadline
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
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datacentre infrastructure
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risk & compliance
UK's eflow Global launches EMIR Refit Readiness Audit, providing firms complimentary consultations to prepare for the upcoming, stringent derivatives reporting rules.
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Seeing Machines & Caterpillar sign USD $16.5 million technology deal
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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physical security
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intellectual property
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seeing machines
Seeing Machines inks a 5-year deal with Caterpillar, securing a USD $16.5 million payment to bolster cash reserves and advance transport safety tech.
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Trustwave report highlights severe cybersecurity threats to pro firms
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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physical security
Trustwave's latest report unveils a surge in ransomware and tech-based attacks on professional services firms, stressing the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures.
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Sovos & PwC Ireland form partnership to enhance e-invoicing
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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report
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digitisation
Sovos and PwC Ireland join forces to bolster e-invoicing and e-reporting solutions, aiming to streamline compliance in response to new EU mandates.
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The new way international politics could affect your life: cyber attacks
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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uc
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ransomware
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physical security
As global tensions rise, state-sponsored cyber attacks on critical infrastructure could disrupt daily life, from power cuts to stolen personal data.
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Pismo's upgraded system supporting 3,000 TPS per account
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Pismo has upgraded its authorisations engine, boosting capacity to over 3,000 TPS per customer account, to enhance scalability and efficiency.
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Vertiv launches eco-friendly Liebert PDX-PAM cooling units for EMEA
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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datacentre infrastructure
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cleantech
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vertiv
Vertiv debuts eco-friendly Liebert PDX-PAM units, using R513A refrigerant to significantly cut GWP by 70%, boosting data centre efficiency and sustainability.