Charity stories - Page 2
Cloudflare blocks 108.9 billion cyberattacks targeting civil groups
Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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email security
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data privacy
Cloudflare blocked 108.9 billion cyberattacks in a year, a 241% rise, targeting journalists and human rights groups via Project Galileo's global defence initiative.
KnowBe4 shares tips to spot eco-themed cyber scams
Thu, 5th Jun 2025
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
KnowBe4 warns of a rise in eco-themed cyber scams on World Environment Day, urging caution and secure practices to protect supporters of green causes.
Apricorn, Every Child Online to boost safe tech donations
Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
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data protection
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data privacy
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digital divide
Apricorn partners with Every Child Online to enhance secure tech donations, aiming to bridge the UK's digital divide for disadvantaged youth and families.
Pennies appoints Martin Newman to champion everyday giving
Thu, 29th May 2025
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martech
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payment technologies
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adobe
Pennies appoints Martin Newman to champion everyday micro-donations, aiming to embed charitable giving into routine UK shopping experiences.
Global survey finds marketers see gTLDs as branding boost
Wed, 21st May 2025
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martech
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partner programmes
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data privacy
A global ICANN survey finds most marketing leaders see strong branding potential in gTLDs, though awareness and cost barriers remain ahead of 2026 application round.
UK charities missing out on AI as demand & barriers increase
Thu, 15th May 2025
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data analytics
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data privacy
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ai
Most UK small charities remain hesitant to adopt AI despite growing demand for services and its potential to ease workloads and improve fundraising.
Team building drives long-term gains for UK IT professionals
Tue, 13th May 2025
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uc
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collaboration
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it professionals
New research reveals 82% of UK IT and telecoms professionals find team building boosts collaboration, with 52% experiencing lasting benefits.
Three start-ups win GBP £25,000 for social innovation ideas
Tue, 13th May 2025
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entrepreneurship
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nato
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startups
Monzo Business and Enterprise Nation have awarded GBP £10,000 to London's Phyta Biodesign, recognising its bee-friendly mycelium wall panels amidst 3,000 entries.
Carnival Internet UK launches with eco pledges & fair pricing
Thu, 8th May 2025
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cx
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martech
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online safety
Carnival Internet UK launches full-fibre broadband with fair pricing, eco initiatives, and charity donations to tackle digital poverty and loyalty tax practices.
Semperis appoints Alex Weinert to drive hybrid identity security
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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software engineering
Semperis appoints identity security expert Alex Weinert as Chief Product Officer to boost product strategy against sophisticated cyber threats.
Yodel expands Retail Trust partnership for staff wellbeing
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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mental health
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health and wellbeing
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partnerships
Parcel carrier Yodel has expanded its partnership with the Retail Trust, enhancing wellbeing support and launching new initiatives for its staff in 2025.
Genesys Cloud AI drives a rise in annual revenue in 2025
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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cx
Genesys has reported that its Genesys Cloud AI drove over 10% of new business in fiscal year 2025, with annual recurring revenue reaching USD $1.9 billion.
Neighbourly & Microsoft launch AI training for charities
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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microsoft
A new initiative by Neighbourly and Microsoft aims to train up to 100,000 learners in AI skills, addressing the charity sector's digital challenges by June.
The smartest play at the table - Double down on DEI
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
The ongoing retreat from diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives threatens to hinder competitive advantage and revenue growth in various sectors.
Ten cities receive USD $100,000 in grants Rimini Street Foundation
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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it automation
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vmware
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sap
Melbourne has been chosen as one of ten cities to receive a USD $10,000 grant from the Rimini Street Foundation as part of its USD $100,000 charitable initiative.
BT Business appoints Jon James as new CEO
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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leadership
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bt
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business transformation
Jon James has been appointed as CEO of BT Business, set to take the helm next month, as the company shifts focus towards the UK market.
AI-fuelled bank scams rise, impersonating officials with ease
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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physical security
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ai
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identity theft
A recent report reveals that criminals are increasingly employing artificial intelligence to enhance bank scams, making them harder to detect.
Kerv partners with Retail Trust to boost retail staff well-being
Mon, 27th Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Kerv has teamed up with the Retail Trust to enhance the well-being of retail workers in the UK, aiming to alleviate pressures and improve support services.
Scammers exploit LA wildfires with QR code phishing
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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malware
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phishing
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email security
In the aftermath of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, researchers have uncovered a rise in QR code phishing schemes targeting charitable donors amid the crisis.
Why traditional loyalty programs are failing to meet modern customer expectations
Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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crm
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cx
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martech
Traditional loyalty programmes are struggling to meet the evolving expectations of consumers, who demand instant rewards and personalised experiences.