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Glasgow Wonka scandal sparks UK firms' rethink on AI use
Data Privacy

Glasgow Wonka scandal sparks UK firms' rethink on AI use

After the Glasgow Wonka scandal, one third of UK business leaders are backing away from AI tools, while over half consider implementing an AI code of conduct, according to a recent survey.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024

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Adidas rolls out AI legal chatbot for staff guidance
Digital Transformation

Adidas rolls out AI legal chatbot for staff guidance

Legal staff at the sportswear group hope the tool will cut policy overload and surface staff concerns that were previously never raised.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2026
TELUS study finds Canadians and Americans demand safer AI
Data Protection

TELUS study finds Canadians and Americans demand safer AI

TELUS survey finds most Canadians and Americans use AI but overwhelmingly want stricter regulation, safety checks and clearer explanations.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Jan 2026
LRN unveils Catalyst Phishing to reinforce cyber risk training
Phishing

LRN unveils Catalyst Phishing to reinforce cyber risk training

LRN launches Catalyst Phishing, a behaviour-focused phishing simulation tool to help organisations strengthen cyber risk training and security culture.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
AI ethics gaps persist in company codes despite greater access
Digital Transformation

AI ethics gaps persist in company codes despite greater access

Despite improved accessibility, 85% of company codes still lack ethical guidance on AI risks, reveals LRN's 2025 report on corporate conduct practices.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
Few firms embed ethics in daily operations, global study finds
Risk & Compliance

Few firms embed ethics in daily operations, global study finds

LRN's 2025 study reveals major gaps in corporate ethics programmes, highlighting weak middle management advocacy and inconsistent enforcement globally.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 13th May 2025
Veeam highlights ESG progress in first global sustainability report
Virtualisation

Veeam highlights ESG progress in first global sustainability report

Veeam launches its first ESG report, revealing efforts in e-waste recycling, green buildings, emissions cuts, and community engagement worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
New ITW Global Leaders Forum code targets international voice fraud
Unified Communications

New ITW Global Leaders Forum code targets international voice fraud

The ITW Global Leaders Forum and i3Forum have updated their industry-based code to combat International Revenue Share Fraud within the international voice market, targeting the use of premium rate numbers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
i-PRO shares key tips on data privacy protection
Surveillance

i-PRO shares key tips on data privacy protection

Security solutions firm i-PRO underscores the importance of data privacy in a world increasingly under surveillance.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
Milestone Systems adopts G7 Code of Conduct for AI systems
Digital Entertainment

Milestone Systems adopts G7 Code of Conduct for AI systems

Milestone Systems, a leading video tech software firm, pioneers the adoption of the G7 Code of Conduct for Advanced AI systems, promising to build software with trust, transparency and accountability.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 31st Jan 2024
Cyber security budget cuts linked to mental health issues, survey reveals
EduTech

Cyber security budget cuts linked to mental health issues, survey reveals

IT professionals' mental health impacted by reduced cyber security budgets, Integrity360 survey shows.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023
AVEVA advances decarbonisation and net-zero efforts
Manufacturing

AVEVA advances decarbonisation and net-zero efforts

AVEVA, an industrial software provider, has met its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions targets for 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Sep 2023
Axis Communications on track to meet sustainability goals
Supply Chain

Axis Communications on track to meet sustainability goals

Axis Communications Releases its 2022 Sustainability Report, highlighting progress towards economic, environmental, and social goals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Aug 2023

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OpenText & TELUS launch Canadian sovereign cloud & AI
Data Protection

OpenText & TELUS launch Canadian sovereign cloud & AI

OpenText and TELUS have launched a Canadian Sovereign Cloud and AI service, ensuring data stays within Canada to meet strict regulatory and security standards.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
REA issues guidance on Gen AI use in real estate services
Data Protection

REA issues guidance on Gen AI use in real estate services

The Real Estate Authority has published guidance for real estate professionals on the responsible use of generative AI, stressing accountability for service delivery.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
REINZ calls for greater regulation for property managers
Risk & Compliance

REINZ calls for greater regulation for property managers

More than 5,000 residential property managers in New Zealand could soon face minimum standards under a bill backed by REINZ.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Tue, 20th Feb 2024
LRN's anti-fraud courses receive accreditation in Singapore
Cybersecurity

LRN's anti-fraud courses receive accreditation in Singapore

Singapore battles rising online scams as LRN Corporation delivers accredited courses to enhance ethical practices in the financial sector, in line with the Monetary Authority regulations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jan 2024