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BT introduces tools to ease net zero technology anxiety
Artificial Intelligence

BT introduces tools to ease net zero technology anxiety

New research from BT reveals that 72% of UK business leaders are stressed about meeting Net Zero targets, despite 56% feeling optimistic about sustainability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Eden AI secures EUR €3 million seed funding for growth
Digital Transformation

Eden AI secures EUR €3 million seed funding for growth

Eden AI has secured EUR €3 million in seed funding led by Galion.exe, aiming to enhance its platform and expand its engineering team.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Snowflake unveils Hybrid Tables to unify data workloads
Marketing Technologies

Snowflake unveils Hybrid Tables to unify data workloads

Snowflake has unveiled Hybrid Tables, a feature of its Unistore platform that merges transactional and analytical data, enhancing enterprise data management.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Quadient forecasts blockchain adoption in finance by 2025
Fintech

Quadient forecasts blockchain adoption in finance by 2025

Quadient forecasts that by 2025, blockchain will revolutionise finance teams, enhancing transaction accuracy and transparency in a challenging skills landscape.

By Imee Dequito • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Gigaclear appoints Hugo Eales as new Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer

Gigaclear appoints Hugo Eales as new Chief Financial Officer

Gigaclear has appointed Hugo Eales as its new Chief Financial Officer, bringing extensive experience from the ISP and technology sectors to the role.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Emerald Technology invests €8.4m in Keto Software
Artificial Intelligence

Emerald Technology invests €8.4m in Keto Software

Emerald Technology Ventures has invested €8.4 million in Keto Software, enhancing its global reach for innovative Strategic Portfolio Management solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Denodo Platform 9.1 launch boosts AI & data features
Data management

Denodo Platform 9.1 launch boosts AI & data features

Denodo has launched Platform 9.1, enhancing data lakehouses with AI capabilities, including a new Denodo Assistant for intuitive data management.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
'Fear of getting it wrong' harming SME export potential
Partner Programmes

'Fear of getting it wrong' harming SME export potential

Red tape and exporters' fears of mistakes are damaging UK's clothing and footwear shipments to the EU, dropping by 18% post-Brexit.

By Dan Culverhouse • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Twilio honours 16 startups in 2024 AI Searchlight Awards
Data Analytics

Twilio honours 16 startups in 2024 AI Searchlight Awards

Twilio has honoured 16 startups at the 2024 AI Startup Searchlight Awards for their innovative use of Twilio's tools to enhance customer engagement.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
The new AI economy: welcome to the era of knowledge-as-a-service
Software-as-a-Service

The new AI economy: welcome to the era of knowledge-as-a-service

The era of Knowledge-as-a-Service is emerging, reshaping the internet with AI-driven models that prioritise ethical data use and community engagement.

By Ellen Brandenberger • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
UK businesses at higher risk of ransomware on holidays
Ransomware

UK businesses at higher risk of ransomware on holidays

Research by Semperis reveals that over 50% of UK firms are vulnerable to ransomware during holidays and weekends due to understaffed security teams.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
GlobalLogic named leader in generative AI by ISG report 2024
Generative AI

GlobalLogic named leader in generative AI by ISG report 2024

GlobalLogic has been hailed as a leader in generative AI services, according to the ISG Provider Lens Generative AI Services Report 2024, thanks to its innovative strategies.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Nearly 10 million Brits to use BNPL schemes this Christmas
Crypto

Nearly 10 million Brits to use BNPL schemes this Christmas

Nearly 10 million UK consumers are projected to embrace Buy Now, Pay Later schemes this Christmas, reflecting a significant shift in shopping behaviours.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Sidekick launches new VCT to optimise tax for investors
Wealth management

Sidekick launches new VCT to optimise tax for investors

Sidekick has launched its Venture Capital Trust product, responding to rising demand for tax-efficient investment options amid economic uncertainty.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
UK firms risk GBP £4.5bn losses due to poor service
Customer Experience

UK firms risk GBP £4.5bn losses due to poor service

UK businesses could face losses of up to GBP £4.5 billion during the holiday season due to inadequate customer service, new research by Qualtrics reveals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
UK HR leaders face tech overload hindering AI adoption
Digital Transformation

UK HR leaders face tech overload hindering AI adoption

UK HR leaders face tech overload and workflow challenges that hinder AI adoption, with 73% struggling to align strategy amid changing business needs.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Matt Johnson joins NTT DATA UK&I to tackle energy challenges
Digital Transformation

Matt Johnson joins NTT DATA UK&I to tackle energy challenges

NTT DATA UK&I has appointed Matt Johnson as Solution Director for its Energy and Utilities practice, focusing on decarbonisation and grid resilience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Charlie Thompson appointed New Relic's EMEA leader
Low code & No code

Charlie Thompson appointed New Relic's EMEA leader

New Relic has appointed Charlie Thompson as Senior Vice President and Managing Director for EMEA, aiming to boost growth and market expansion in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Microsoft & MongoDB expand partnership for AI solutions
Virtualisation

Microsoft & MongoDB expand partnership for AI solutions

Microsoft and MongoDB have strengthened their partnership, introducing new AI capabilities to enhance application development using proprietary data.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024