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The AI revolution – security challenges and the critical role of zero trust
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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supply chain & logistics
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genai
As AI technology accelerates in 2025, firms face pressing security challenges, prompting a shift towards Zero Trust strategies to safeguard systems and operations.
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OneAdvanced appoints new SVP for Managed IT Services role
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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hybrid cloud
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cybersecurity
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government
OneAdvanced has appointed Alex Jeffery as Senior Vice President of Managed IT Services, enhancing its strategy for growth in the next three years.
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WTW appoints Mark Mamone to lead technology transformation
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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saas
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digital transformation
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ict
WTW has appointed Mark Mamone as Head of Technology Delivery and Strategy for its ICT business, aiming to enhance its SaaS capabilities in the insurance sector.
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Teranode Group launched to lead blockchain innovation
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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martech
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physical security
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cisco
The Teranode Group has officially launched to spearhead blockchain innovation, uniting industry expertise to deliver scalable, cost-effective solutions.
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DigiCert strengthens EMEA & APAC teams with new VPs
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
DigiCert has appointed Paul Holt and James Cook as EMEA and APAC Group Vice Presidents respectively, aiming to enhance digital trust services across both regions.
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Intelliworx hires Jeremy Mumford to boost UK expansion plan
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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saas
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
Intelliworx has appointed Jeremy Mumford as Chief Revenue Officer to spearhead its UK expansion and bolster data integrity offerings amid rising growth.
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Guavapay marks 71% revenue growth in financial year 2024
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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fintech
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payment technologies
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sme
London-based Guavapay has reported a remarkable 71% growth in annual revenue for 2024, driven by a larger customer base and staff expansion.
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UK seeks to boost AI leadership, address data ignorance
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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cleantech
Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to position Britain as a leader in Artificial Intelligence, highlighting the crucial yet underappreciated role of data centres.
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UK businesses optimistic on growth, investing in AI tech
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
A recent Capgemini report reveals that 60% of UK businesses remain optimistic for 2025, planning increased investments despite fears of trade wars and supply chain issues.
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BPR Hub raises USD $2.6m to simplify compliance for SMEs
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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devops
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apm
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risk & compliance
BPR Hub has secured USD $2.6 million in seed funding to tackle manufacturing compliance challenges, aiming to simplify regulatory processes for businesses worldwide.
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Data protection importance grows with AI & digital twins
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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data protection
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digital twins
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data privacy
The rise of AI and digital twins heightens the relevance of Data Protection Day, urges Jon Fielding of Apricorn, as personal data faces growing threats.
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Chris Wilson named new finance chief at Ecommpay
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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fintech
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cfo
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open banking
Chris Wilson has been appointed Chief Financial Officer at payments platform Ecommpay, bringing a wealth of experience from the music and finance sectors.
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Ecommpay introduces customisable Payment Page Designer tool
Mon, 20th Jan 2025
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devops
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cx
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martech
Ecommpay has unveiled a new Payment Page Designer tool, enabling merchants to personalise payment pages, boosting customer conversion rates significantly.
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DORA compliance deadline impacts EU financial sector
Sat, 18th Jan 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
The deadline for the EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act has arrived, pushing financial institutions to enhance their cybersecurity and compliance practices.
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Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
As cybersecurity predictions flood in for 2025, analysts warn against sensationalist claims, emphasising the dangers of AI in attacks like Business Email Compromise.
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KnowBe4 study reveals critical role of security awareness
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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it training
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
A new white paper from KnowBe4 reveals that effective security awareness training can reduce the risk of data breaches by over eight times for organisations.
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Businesses unprepared for AI's mounting energy demands
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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partner programmes
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power / energy
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llms
A recent survey by SambaNova Systems reveals a worrying gap in businesses' readiness to tackle AI's rising energy demands, with just 13% monitoring power usage.
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DoiT acquires LiveDiagrams to enhance cloud intelligence
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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devops
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hyperscale
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apm
DoiT has acquired LiveDiagrams, enhancing its Cloud Intelligence platform with new capabilities for improved cloud architecture visualisation and optimisation.
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Dynatrace launches app to support EU's DORA compliance
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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risk & compliance
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ai
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cybersecurity
Dynatrace has launched a new Compliance Assistant app aimed at helping organisations meet the EU's DORA regulations, enhancing resilience and security.
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Surveil appoints Peter Turpin as new Chief Executive Officer
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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microsoft
Peter Turpin has been appointed as the new CEO of Surveil, effective 6 January 2025, to lead the company's growth and cloud efficiency initiatives.