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OpenUK reveals manifesto to bolster UK's open technology sector
Software Development

OpenUK reveals manifesto to bolster UK's open technology sector

OpenUK's Open Manifesto urges the UK government to boost open technology through skill development, public sector integration, and AI transparency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2024
Ecommpay introduces PayPal subscription feature for merchants
Customer Experience

Ecommpay introduces PayPal subscription feature for merchants

Ecommpay launches a new feature allowing merchants to collect recurring PayPal payments, enhancing subscription-based business models like meal kits and pay TV.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Living with error margin in thriving data-led and data-fed businesses
Data Analytics

Living with error margin in thriving data-led and data-fed businesses

Perfectionism is not a prerequisite for becoming a market leader and may actually harm those prospects.

By Michael Ogilvie • 6 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Access Group launches AI-enhanced HR software Access Evo
Human Capital Management

Access Group launches AI-enhanced HR software Access Evo

Access Group unveils Access Evo, a unified AI-powered software aiming to streamline HR processes and reduce operational inefficiencies for HR professionals.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Generative AI to reshape 85% of software workforce by 2025
Unified Communications

Generative AI to reshape 85% of software workforce by 2025

A new report from Capgemini reveals that generative AI is set to reshape 85% of the software workforce by 2025, enhancing efficiency and innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
HSBC & Visa unveil Zing money app for global transactions
Fintech

HSBC & Visa unveil Zing money app for global transactions

HSBC and Visa launch Zing, a money app enabling users to manage multi-currency funds and transact globally in over 200 countries, leveraging cutting-edge fintech.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Hilary Oliver promoted to CCO to drive Tollring's strategy
Customer Experience

Hilary Oliver promoted to CCO to drive Tollring's strategy

Tollring has appointed Hilary Oliver as Chief Customer Officer to spearhead its customer success strategy, enhancing customer experience and retention.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Freelance like a pro: Insider tips from millionaire freelancers on Fiverr
Microsoft

Freelance like a pro: Insider tips from millionaire freelancers on Fiverr

Millionaire Fiverr freelancers share pivotal tips on thriving in the freelance world, from skill development to client relationships. Here's how to excel.

By Fiverr • 5 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Experts urge UK Govt to prioritise AI & process intelligence
Digital Transformation

Experts urge UK Govt to prioritise AI & process intelligence

In the aftermath of the UK's General Election, experts urge the new government to prioritise AI and process intelligence to streamline businesses and enhance productivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Labour stresses tech adoption in housing to tackle worker gap
Unified Communications

Labour stresses tech adoption in housing to tackle worker gap

A new report underscores the urgent need for tech adoption in UK construction to tackle worker shortages and meet ambitious project targets.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Tolley launches Tolley+ AI to transform UK tax practice
Encryption

Tolley launches Tolley+ AI to transform UK tax practice

Tolley unveils Tolley+ AI, a generative AI tool set to revolutionise UK tax practice, as a new report highlights sweeping AI adoption and lingering ethical concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Millennials most likely to quit jobs despite regular manager talks
Artificial Intelligence

Millennials most likely to quit jobs despite regular manager talks

A new report highlights a growing disconnect between UK employees and employers, with Millennials feeling most unsupported.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
UK councils report over 5,000 data breaches in 2023
Data Protection

UK councils report over 5,000 data breaches in 2023

An FoI request by Apricorn unveiled over 5,000 data breaches across UK local councils in 2023, raising serious concerns about data protection compliance.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Zero Circle & Wasabi launch real-time carbon calculator for ESG
Storage

Zero Circle & Wasabi launch real-time carbon calculator for ESG

Zero Circle and Wasabi have launched a real-time carbon calculator to help businesses measure and manage the environmental impact of their cloud storage usage.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
UK banking fraud predicted to exceed GBP $38 million by 2029
Biometrics

UK banking fraud predicted to exceed GBP $38 million by 2029

Fraudulent banking transactions in the UK could hit GBP $38 million over the next five years, warns Juniper Research, as the country battles a 111% surge in financial crime.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Safeguarding businesses against deepfake threats to employees
Unified Communications

Safeguarding businesses against deepfake threats to employees

As deepfake technology proliferates, businesses must safeguard employees against emerging scams, highlighted by a recent US$25 million fraud case in Hong Kong.

By Jayden Soh • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
The psychology behind system migrations and how to manage change
Digital Transformation

The psychology behind system migrations and how to manage change

Businesses face daunting changes with digital transformations; mastering the psychology behind these shifts is key to effective change management.

By Annexa • 5 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
Labour landslide win prompts urgent digital transformation push
Digital Transformation

Labour landslide win prompts urgent digital transformation push

The Labour Party's landslide victory heralds a seismic shift in UK politics, with significant implications for the tech industry and digital transformation.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
New Labour government pledges investment in UK tech & cyber
Artificial Intelligence

New Labour government pledges investment in UK tech & cyber

The new Labour government's tech and cyber policies may present both challenges and opportunities amid heightened economic and cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024