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Backbase unveils AI platform to boost bank efficiency & growth

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Backbase launches AI-powered Banking Platform to boost banks' growth, automate tasks and improve efficiency amid legacy tech challenges globally.
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ClearCourse acquires Computers for Flooring in Welsh push

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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ClearCourse has acquired Cardiff-based Computers for Flooring, expanding its UK reach with software managing GBP £180m in flooring sales annually.
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Hannah Birch named CEO of London-based Kocho

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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Hannah Birch has been named the new CEO of Kocho, succeeding Des Lekerman, and aims to enhance the firm's leadership in cybersecurity and digital transformation.
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Menna.ai launches AI assistant for UK small businesses

Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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Cardiff's Menna.ai is set to enhance UK small businesses' financial management with its AI-powered assistant, now inviting early access sign-ups.
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Latos unveils swift AI-ready edge data centres in the UK

Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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Latos has unveiled plans for small-scale volumetric data centres at the network edge, designed to bolster AI applications and enhance computing capacity across the UK.
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RWO awarded Cardiff data centre contract for Latos project

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Newcastle's RWO has secured a contract for a new hyperscale data centre in Cardiff, part of Latos Data Centres' ambitious UK expansion plans.
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Credas sees 40% customer growth, plans 2025 expansion

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Credas Technologies in Cardiff has seen a remarkable 40% surge in its customer base, surpassing financial targets by 60% as it prepares for international growth.
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Latos to build 40 data centres in UK by 2030, starting in Cardiff

Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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Latos Data Centres plans to build 40 data centres in the UK by 2030, starting with a new hyperscale facility in Cardiff, aimed at advancing AI technologies.
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Edinburgh tops UK demand for encrypted messaging apps

Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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Edinburgh tops the UK in searches for encrypted messaging apps, with 16 inquiries per 1,000 residents, highlighting growing concern for digital privacy.
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London ranks among top ten costly cities for data centres

Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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Turner & Townsend's report reveals London ranks 10th for expensive data centres, amidst rising challenges in power and supply chain amid AI demand.
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BGF invests GBP £5 million in Cardiff-based PureCyber

Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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BGF has invested GBP £5 million into Cardiff's PureCyber, a fast-growing cybersecurity firm, appointing Ben Marnham as Non-Executive Chair to spearhead further growth.
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NTT DATA to innovate fan experience at the 152nd Open at Royal Troon

Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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NTT DATA aims to revolutionise the fan experience at the 152nd Open Championship with digital twin tech, AI-driven insights, and a private 5G network.
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Younger Brits lead the way in online fashion shopping

Fri, 24th May 2024
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AliExpress's Consumer Insight Report reveals that younger Brits lead online fashion buying, with 93% shopping online, and livestream retail booming.
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ClearFibre completes first phase of Cardiff fibre broadband rollout

Fri, 17th May 2024
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ClearFibre completes phase one of Cardiff's 1Gbps hyperfast fibre broadband project, promising faster internet and support for remote work and businesses.
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Telcom Group chosen for phase two of Cardiff fibre network

Tue, 14th May 2024
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Cardiff Council has selected Telcom Group to deploy the next phase of its full fibre internet network, aiming for 100% coverage by 2025.
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Demica & Jardine Norton team up to boost UK SME financing

Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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London-based finance provider Demica partners with trade finance firm Jardine Norton, backing an increased financing facility of up to GBP £200 million to aid the growth of UK SMEs and double its financed portfolio.
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Innovate UK hosts cyber security demo for top industry investors

Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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Disruptive cyber security prototypes to be unveiled at Innovate UK's industry-leading CyberASAP Demo Day, offering investors a peek into the future of UK's cyber defence industry.
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UK government launches £1.5m campaign to boost tech sector

Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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Tech Secretary Michelle Donelan announces a £1.5m government campaign to stimulate investment in UK science and technology startups.
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IWD 2024: Why representation is key to inspiring the next generation of tech-talent

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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International Women's Day 2024 sheds light on dwindling women's representation in tech, highlighting the urgent need for role models to inspire future talent.
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Wex Photo Video opens fourteenth UK store in Putney

Tue, 6th Feb 2024
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Award-winning retailer Wex Photo Video amplifies its UK footprint with a new flagship store in Putney, marking a key move in their ambitious expansion strategy.