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Reconomy has named Rakhshan Zahid as the new Chief Executive of its Re-use division, succeeding Claire Webb while she remains as Executive Chair.

DeepSeek is making waves in the AI sector with its new DeepSeek-R1 model, reshaping innovation by making advanced technology more accessible and efficient.

Accounting software provider iplicit has secured a GBP £25 million investment from One Peak, aiming to enhance its cloud-based solutions for UK businesses.

Sage has launched its AI-powered assistant, Sage Copilot, to support small and medium-sized businesses in the UK, enhancing financial insights and efficiency.

ARAX Holdings is poised to reshape the blockchain landscape with its 2025 product lineup, leveraging the supportive tech policies of the Trump Administration.

Morné Rossouw of Kyriba outlines how the EU AI Act, effective from February 2025, will reshape CFOs' roles and finance teams across Europe.

Vistage reports a shocking drop in SME confidence across the UK and Ireland, with leaders now wary of profitability amidst declining economic conditions.

A forthcoming National Audit Office report signals urgent cyber threats to the UK government, exposing vulnerabilities in 58 critical IT systems and a skills gap in security roles.

Ignition has bolstered its executive leadership team with the appointments of Greg Strickland as CEO and Amy Foo as CFO, aiming for future growth.

BlackLine has appointed Stuart Van Houten as Chief Commercial Officer, effective 17 February 2025, succeeding Mark Woodhams, who retires in June.

Vistage's latest SME Confidence Index reveals a significant decline in economic optimism, coinciding with the appointment of Rebecca Drew as Managing Director.

Sensay, an AI start-up, is pushing to redefine workplace roles by labelling AI as employees, launching a job ad for an AI Full Stack Developer.

As consumer expectations surge, brands must embrace data-first strategies and AI insights to deliver personalised experiences that drive growth by 2025.

A recent Gartner survey reveals that only 61% of CFOs plan to increase employee pay in 2025, marking a notable decline from previous years.

In the financial services sector, back-office operations are often neglected, yet innovations in AI could unlock their vital potential for driving growth.

As corporate banking undergoes a digital transformation, real-time KYC processes powered by Corporate Digital Identity are set to significantly enhance operational efficiency.

Juniper Networks has unveiled its enhanced Partner Advantage programme for 2025, designed to equip partners with resources for greater growth and profitability.

A Rapid7 analysis reveals a surge in ransomware activity in 2024, with 75 active groups and a median ransom of USD $200,000, highlighting escalating threats.

Cybersecurity budgets in the UK are set to rise by 31% in 2025, significantly outpacing the global average of 15%, as organisations enhance their security frameworks.

Keyless has secured an additional USD $2 million, raising total funding to USD $10 million, to enhance its biometric services and expand in North America.