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SAS joins over 130 firms in signing European AI Pact
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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SAS has joined over 130 firms in signing the European Commission's AI Pact, promoting enhanced AI governance and best practices across Europe.
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AI personalisation key for UK firms, says Zendesk report
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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A new Zendesk report highlights the crucial role of personalised AI in enhancing customer loyalty for UK firms amid evolving consumer expectations.
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Capslock launches Deploy to address UK cyber skills gap
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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cloud security
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public sector
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bae systems
CAPSLOCK has unveiled 'Deploy', a service aimed at bridging the looming cyber skills gap in UK organisations as staffing shortages rise to 67% in 2024.
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BT introduces tools to ease net zero technology anxiety
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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New research from BT reveals that 72% of UK business leaders are stressed about meeting Net Zero targets, despite 56% feeling optimistic about sustainability.
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Eden AI secures EUR €3 million seed funding for growth
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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api
Eden AI has secured EUR €3 million in seed funding led by Galion.exe, aiming to enhance its platform and expand its engineering team.
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Snowflake unveils Hybrid Tables to unify data workloads
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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martech
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cdp
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data governance
Snowflake has unveiled Hybrid Tables, a feature of its Unistore platform that merges transactional and analytical data, enhancing enterprise data management.
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Quadient forecasts blockchain adoption in finance by 2025
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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fintech
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blockchain
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accounts payable
Quadient forecasts that by 2025, blockchain will revolutionise finance teams, enhancing transaction accuracy and transparency in a challenging skills landscape.
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Gigaclear appoints Hugo Eales as new Chief Financial Officer
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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cfo
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digital divide
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isp
Gigaclear has appointed Hugo Eales as its new Chief Financial Officer, bringing extensive experience from the ISP and technology sectors to the role.
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Emerald Technology invests €8.4m in Keto Software
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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Emerald Technology Ventures has invested €8.4 million in Keto Software, enhancing its global reach for innovative Strategic Portfolio Management solutions.
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Denodo Platform 9.1 launch boosts AI & data features
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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data management
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denodo
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data integration
Denodo has launched Platform 9.1, enhancing data lakehouses with AI capabilities, including a new Denodo Assistant for intuitive data management.
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‘Fear of getting it wrong’ harming SME export potential
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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partner programmes
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supply chain & logistics
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ecommerce
Red tape and exporters' fears of mistakes are damaging UK's clothing and footwear shipments to the EU, dropping by 18% post-Brexit.
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Twilio honours 16 startups in 2024 AI Searchlight Awards
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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data analytics
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Twilio has honoured 16 startups at the 2024 AI Startup Searchlight Awards for their innovative use of Twilio's tools to enhance customer engagement.
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The new AI economy: welcome to the era of knowledge-as-a-service
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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The era of Knowledge-as-a-Service is emerging, reshaping the internet with AI-driven models that prioritise ethical data use and community engagement.
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UK businesses at higher risk of ransomware on holidays
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Research by Semperis reveals that over 50% of UK firms are vulnerable to ransomware during holidays and weekends due to understaffed security teams.
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GlobalLogic named leader in generative AI by ISG report 2024
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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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.
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Nearly 10 million Brits to use BNPL schemes this Christmas
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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blockchain
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bnpl
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defi
Nearly 10 million UK consumers are projected to embrace Buy Now, Pay Later schemes this Christmas, reflecting a significant shift in shopping behaviours.
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Sidekick launches new VCT to optimise tax for investors
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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wealth management
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ceo
Sidekick has launched its Venture Capital Trust product, responding to rising demand for tax-efficient investment options amid economic uncertainty.
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UK firms risk GBP £4.5bn losses due to poor service
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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hcm
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.
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UK HR leaders face tech overload hindering AI adoption
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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hcm
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ai
UK HR leaders face tech overload and workflow challenges that hinder AI adoption, with 73% struggling to align strategy amid changing business needs.
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Matt Johnson joins NTT DATA UK&I to tackle energy challenges
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
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deloitte
NTT DATA UK&I has appointed Matt Johnson as Solution Director for its Energy and Utilities practice, focusing on decarbonisation and grid resilience.