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High Performance Podcast duo to keynote Infosecurity Europe conference

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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supply chain
High Performance Podcast's Jake Humphrey and Professor Damian Hughes set to enrich Infosecurity Europe conference with lessons from top performers, addressing behavioural resilience amid cyber threats.
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New UK cybersecurity law takes effect amid evolving threats

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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encryption
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The UK's Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act has now become fully operational, enforcing digital security requirements within the telecommunication sector, amid doubts over its adequacy to address evolving cyber threats.
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Open source vulnerabilities will hamper the next generation of the web

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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Open source flaws threaten to destabilise the development of new web innovations, such as Web 3.0 and the metaverse, according to a survey by global content management system provider, Forrit.
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How marketers can leverage the 'art and science' power of generative and predictive AI

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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martech
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genai
Marketing professionals are increasingly harnessing the power of generative and predictive AI to drive campaign efficiency and insights; however, a solid data foundation is a prerequisite for success.
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Public sector leaders champion digital experiences

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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ai
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public sector
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network visibility
A new survey reveals 92% of public sector leaders emphasise the crucial role of seamless digital experiences in supporting their agency's mission and competitiveness.
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Netradyne & Intelex collaborate to boost UK fleet safety

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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edge computing
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digital entertainment
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supply chain
AI safety tech firm Netradyne partners with Intelex to penetrate the UK market, promising to revolutionise road safety and fleet management.
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UK consumers are turning their back on AI chatbots

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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it automation
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agentic ai
Almost half of UK adults dissatisfied with customer service, often preferring human interaction over automated systems.
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IT leaders leaning on outsourcing for DMARC implementation

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Majority of IT decision-makers lacking resources and expertise to implement DMARC email authentication protocol prefer outsourcing.
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Trellis Data & CCL Group partner to advance digital forensics

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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law
Trellis Data and CCL Solutions Group form a pioneering partnership to revolutionise law enforcement with an integrated platform offering AI-enhanced digital forensics capabilities.
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Survey reveals internet chaos could hinder transition to Web 3.0

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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fintech
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financial systems
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ar, vr & metaverse
On its 31st anniversary, concerns plague the World Wide Web's transition to Web 3.0 and the metaverse, with businesses citing chaotic internet conditions as a key barrier.
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Udemy boosts ESG learning as CEOs seek sustainable fiscal advantages

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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dei
Udemy is offering more than 280 ESG courses to aid organisations around the globe, following a remarkable global uptick in ESG skills demand.
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AI surpasses humans in key workplace tasks, Stanford study reveals

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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data analytics
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planning
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ai
Stanford's latest study reveals AI's superiority over humans in tasks including image classification and basic reading comprehension, but warns against over-reliance.
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Bristol tech startup Deazy appoints new CTO Marko Ivanovski

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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cto
Bristol tech firm Deazy assigns seasoned B2B software professional Marko Ivanovski as CTO to bolster its expansion into enterprise.
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IMF predicts AI could boost UK economic growth by 16%

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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productivity
The IMF forecasts a potential 16% growth in the UK economy due to AI adoption, highlighting the nation's strong digital infrastructure.
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Global tech firms boost human-centred design investment

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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investment
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progress
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accessibility
Over half of global tech firms plan to up investment in user-friendly software design amid increasing importance of digital accessibility.
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Basware unveils AI-powered solution to combat invoice fraud

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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accounts payable
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fraud
Basware has launched an AI-based solution, AP Protect, aimed at helping companies shield from invoice fraud and errors.
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Ransomware activity spikes 20%, hospitals now in crosshairs

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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ransomware
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healthtech
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cybercrime
Ransomware victims surge nearly 20% YoY in Q1 2024, with active ransomware groups increasing by 55% despite law enforcement efforts.
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Beyond the CVE: Illuminating inherent security issues in device configuration

Wed, 24th Apr 2024
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network infrastructure
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Beyond the CVE addresses how neglecting device misconfigurations can exacerbate vulnerabilities and risk breaches, demanding constant scrutiny and remediation.
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Stuart Barnard first CFO at Encompass Corporation

Wed, 24th Apr 2024
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cfo
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leadership
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encompass
In a major move, Encompass Corporation has appointed Stuart Barnard, an experienced finance executive known for his work with start-ups and scale-ups, as its first CFO.
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Over 50s in Britain lead in embracing renewable energy

Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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power / energy
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Nearly half of Britons over 50 are keen to use renewable energy, driven by environmental concerns, exceeding interest among under-25s, Solar Together research reveals.