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Cyber attack disrupts 20 UK railway stations, sparks security fears
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber attack disrupts 20 UK railway stations, sparks security fears

A cyberattack disrupted services at 20 UK railway stations, exposing security flaws in public transport infrastructure and raising public anxiety over data breaches.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Slow AI progress in UK public sector due to budget & skills
Data Privacy

Slow AI progress in UK public sector due to budget & skills

A SAS report reveals just one in five UK government officials are making strides in AI, hindered by budget constraints, tech gaps, and outdated systems.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
UK & US firms slow to adopt cloud & AI technologies
Artificial Intelligence

UK & US firms slow to adopt cloud & AI technologies

A recent Acxiom study shows only 44% of businesses host their operations in the cloud, citing a lack of expertise as a key challenge.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Flotilla introduces new tech to aid SMEs in sustainability drive
Digital Transformation

Flotilla introduces new tech to aid SMEs in sustainability drive

Flotilla launches new tech solution suite to aid SMEs in sustainable transformation, focusing on efficient scope 3 carbon data collection and ESG compliance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
SQR acquired by SQRx to drive digital identity innovation
Cybersecurity

SQR acquired by SQRx to drive digital identity innovation

SQR has been acquired by UK-based SQRx, aiming to boost digital identity growth. Entrepreneur Grahame Chilton, SQRx's largest shareholder, sees it as a 'groundbreaking' move.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024

Global Stories

Compliance stories

Multiplier launches global payroll solution to simplify operations
Human Capital Management

Multiplier launches global payroll solution to simplify operations

Multiplier has introduced its Global Payroll solution to streamline payroll management globally, addressing compliance and efficiency challenges for international businesses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
New ISO 42001 standard paves the way for AI accountability
Unified Communications

New ISO 42001 standard paves the way for AI accountability

The newly launched ISO 42001 standard offers a structured framework for AI accountability, promoting transparency and trust in sectors from healthcare to automotive.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
HCLTech surpasses sustainability targets & earns key accolades
Marketing Technologies

HCLTech surpasses sustainability targets & earns key accolades

HCLTech reduced its emissions by 25% for FY24, surpassing SBTi targets. Notable achievements include energy reduction, significant community impact, and top ESG ratings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Aspire quintupled its compliance & IT security teams
Fintech

Aspire quintupled its compliance & IT security teams

Aspire's compliance and IT security teams have grown fivefold in 24 months, bolstered by strategic hires to fuel global expansion and enhance regulatory adherence.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
TRST01 revamps sustainability with blockchain technology
Blockchain

TRST01 revamps sustainability with blockchain technology

TRST01 is revolutionising sustainability with blockchain tech, enhancing transparency, ESG reporting, and carbon management for global supply chains.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Exclusive: Diligent's Simon Berglund on how AI is changing the GRC landscape
Data governance

Exclusive: Diligent's Simon Berglund on how AI is changing the GRC landscape

Simon Berglund of Diligent highlights the transformative role of AI in Governance, Risk, and Compliance, emphasizing opportunities, risks, and ethical considerations.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
inTechnology ramps up pager security with new documentation protocol
Supply Chain

inTechnology ramps up pager security with new documentation protocol

inTechnology Distribution launches a new Chain of Custody protocol for its pagers, enhancing security and traceability following recent global pager-related explosions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
Few firms use strategic compliance, says FloQast study
Risk & Compliance

Few firms use strategic compliance, says FloQast study

Only 16% of organisations adopt a strategic compliance approach, spotlighting the emergence of risk orchestration as a key trend in CFO and compliance roles.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024
Kiteworks launches new MSP/MSSP program for enhanced security
Cybersecurity

Kiteworks launches new MSP/MSSP program for enhanced security

Kiteworks has launched a new MSP/MSSP program, empowering partners to tackle security and compliance challenges with a robust, centralised platform.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
Tanium launches Automate to streamline IT tasks & boost ROI
Low code & No code

Tanium launches Automate to streamline IT tasks & boost ROI

Tanium unveils Tanium Automate to streamline real-time IT operations and security tasks, addressing skills shortages and aiming for a higher ROI.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Compliance stories

Australian businesses urged to prepare for 2024 Privacy Act reform
Hyperscale

Australian businesses urged to prepare for 2024 Privacy Act reform

With the Australian 2024 Privacy Act Reform looming, Versent offers comprehensive solutions to ensure ICT teams comply with stricter data privacy rules.

By Mahesh Aswani • 6 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Australian execs brace for impact from right to disconnect law
Data Privacy

Australian execs brace for impact from right to disconnect law

Most Australian executives foresee the new 'right to disconnect' legislation, impacting their operations significantly, while few believe it will improve work-life balance.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024