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Acuity launches Agent Fleet AI to boost efficiency for banks

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Acuity Knowledge Partners launches Agent Fleet, an AI platform designed to boost efficiency for banks, asset managers and private equity firms without more staff.
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SmartBear appoints Nate Lewis to drive AI growth & M&A strategy

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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SmartBear appoints Nate Lewis as SVP of Corporate Development to lead M&A strategy and transform the company into an AI-native organisation.
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SolarWinds acquired by Turn/River Capital for USD $4.4 billion

Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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Turn/River Capital has acquired SolarWinds for USD $4.4 billion, taking the company private and removing it from the New York Stock Exchange.
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Allvue's Nexius platform promises faster, unified private data

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Allvue Systems launches Nexius, a cloud-native AI-ready data platform to streamline private capital data management and analytics globally.
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SYSPRO appoints Leanne Taylor to drive global revenue growth

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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SYSPRO appoints Leanne Taylor as Chief Revenue Officer to drive global growth and digital transformation following Advent International acquisition.
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Finity appoints Dale Simkiss as Non-Executive Director

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Finity has appointed Dale Simkiss as a Non-Executive Director, leveraging his extensive recruitment expertise to drive compliance and operational efficiency.
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How AI Is Transforming Risk Management Amid Data Privacy Challenges in Private Equity

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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AI is revolutionising risk management in private equity, enabling firms to navigate data privacy challenges and enhance decision-making strategies effectively.
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Magaya enhances performance with Tessell's PostgreSQL

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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Magaya has revamped its database system with Tessell's managed PostgreSQL, boosting performance tenfold and ensuring efficient cloud scalability.
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Thoughtworks appoints new leaders to drive growth strategy

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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Thoughtworks has announced key leadership changes with Chief Strategy Officer and APAC Regional Managing Director appointments.
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UBS report: entrepreneurs eye AI for industry growth

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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UBS has launched its first Global Entrepreneur Report, revealing that 62% of entrepreneurs see AI as their greatest business opportunity amidst economic uncertainties.
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BT Business appoints Jon James as new CEO

Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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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.
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UK tech firms face financial obstacles to scaling growth

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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A report by Menzies reveals 90% of UK tech firms face significant financial hurdles, with high operational costs and funding difficulties limiting growth.
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Government support gaps hinder UK tech innovation growth

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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An expert panel has raised concerns about government support for UK tech innovation, highlighting gaps that threaten the growth of SMEs seeking R&D funding.
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Gamma to acquire STARFACE to boost cloud market in Europe

Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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Gamma plans to acquire STARFACE Group from Maxburg to strengthen its foothold in Europe's cloud communications market, pending regulatory approval.
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Safety tech sector sees $6.3 billion investment rise

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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Paladin Capital Group's latest report reveals global Safety Tech investment has surged to $6.3 billion, highlighting steady sector growth amid rising digital threats.
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Integrity360 debuts managed service to bolster cyber defence

Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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Integrity360 has launched a Managed Attack Surface Management service to bolster cyber resilience across IT, OT, and IoT environments, leveraging AI and automation.
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Syspro expands UK presence with NexSys acquisition

Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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SYSPRO has acquired UK software provider NexSys, enhancing its presence in the UK and broadening its European reach as part of growth strategy.
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GTCR invests $1.33bn in Tricentis, valuing at $4.5bn

Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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Tricentis has secured a $1.33 billion investment from GTCR, valuing the firm at $4.5 billion as it aims for $425 million in 2024 revenue.
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MSP sector faces consolidation surge with CGT changes

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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The Managed Service Provider sector is facing an M&A surge, driven by tax changes and private equity strategies, raising concerns about integration challenges.
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Marketing budgets rise in 2024, AI drives strategic growth

Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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A survey by 10Fold reveals 65% of marketing leaders in the US, Canada, and Europe anticipate larger budgets in 2024, despite fewer KPI pressures.