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Visa red tape choking AI & tech hiring, study finds
Data Analytics

Visa red tape choking AI & tech hiring, study finds

Red tape in UK and US visa systems is stalling AI and tech hiring, with firms reporting weeks-long delays, higher costs and lost revenue.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Dec 2025
Procure AI secures USD $13 million to boost procurement automation
Digital Transformation

Procure AI secures USD $13 million to boost procurement automation

London-based Procure AI raised USD $13 million seed funding to expand its AI-driven procurement automation across Europe, boosting efficiency and cost savings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025
Crossroads, crossfire, or a $60bn productivity opportunity?
Data Analytics

Crossroads, crossfire, or a $60bn productivity opportunity?

Australian businesses could unlock a USD $60bn productivity gain by saving 8%-10% on external supplier spend without job or performance cuts.

By Simon Geale • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Moving past the AI excitement to true maturity in finance
Data Analytics

Moving past the AI excitement to true maturity in finance

Finance firms are shifting from AI hype to mature, strategic use, aiming to cut costs by 81% and speed processing by 73% with integrated solutions.

By Rob Israch • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Global Stories

AI to transform business risk, trust & compliance by 2026
Unified Communications

AI to transform business risk, trust & compliance by 2026

AI will reshape risk, trust and compliance in 2026 as firms swap hype for embedded tools, tighter controls and higher regulatory scrutiny.

By Mark Tarre • 12 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026
AiDeliv unveils AI logistics exchange for small importers
Supply Chain

AiDeliv unveils AI logistics exchange for small importers

AiDeliv launches AI-driven reverse auction marketplace to shrink freight costs and give small importers upfront, all-in DDP shipping quotes.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Sat, 10th Jan 2026
CCL predicts resilient growth in global trade in 2026
Supply Chain

CCL predicts resilient growth in global trade in 2026

CCL forecasts resilient global trade growth in 2026 as firms bolster supply chains and adapt logistics despite tariffs and geopolitical risks.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jan 2026
Navigating the holiday shipping rush: How SMBs can turn freight into a competitive advantage
Data Analytics

Navigating the holiday shipping rush: How SMBs can turn freight into a competitive advantage

SMBs battling holiday shipping chaos can turn freight into a strategic edge with smarter tech, clearer pricing and centralised partners.

By Carmit Glik • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Dec 2025
AI tops CEO earnings calls as bubble fears intensify
Network Infrastructure

AI tops CEO earnings calls as bubble fears intensify

AI dominates CEO earnings calls for the first time, as leaders pair record investment pledges with mounting warnings of an AI market bubble.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2025
AI customs tools blamed for errors as calls for rules rise
Data Protection

AI customs tools blamed for errors as calls for rules rise

AI customs tools blamed for shipment delays and fines as experts warn of compliance gaps and urge tighter regulation to rebuild trust.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Dec 2025
Why address accuracy matters more than ever amid rising tariffs
Customer Experience

Why address accuracy matters more than ever amid rising tariffs

With tariffs climbing and margins squeezed, businesses are turning to precise address data to cut delivery costs and avoid customs delays.

By Edmund Ng • 5 min read • Tue, 16th Dec 2025
Celonis predicts context‑aware AI to reshape supply chains
Data Analytics

Celonis predicts context‑aware AI to reshape supply chains

Celonis forecasts context-aware AI, autonomous operations and open platforms will overhaul global supply chains and competition by 2026.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Dec 2025
AI reshapes supply chains as disruption becomes the norm
Ransomware

AI reshapes supply chains as disruption becomes the norm

AI takes centre stage in logistics as Infios predicts 2026 supply chains built for constant disruption, resilience and human‑machine teamwork.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025
Satellite, eSIM & loyalty to reshape 2026 telecoms
Fintech

Satellite, eSIM & loyalty to reshape 2026 telecoms

Satellite tie-ups, eSIM and loyalty-led MVNOs will drive practical, value-focused change in UK and European telecoms by 2026.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025
ANZ small businesses show strong confidence despite AI concerns
Data Privacy

ANZ small businesses show strong confidence despite AI concerns

Small businesses in Australia and New Zealand report high confidence ahead of the holidays, despite financial pressures and concerns over AI in marketing.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Canadian firms embrace AI & efficiency to counter tariff pressures
Data Analytics

Canadian firms embrace AI & efficiency to counter tariff pressures

Canadian firms are embracing AI and operational efficiency to offset tariff pressures, boosting optimism for growth and hiring in 2026 despite economic uncertainty.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Why supply chain resilience is more than a buzzword; it's a competitive advantage
Supply Chain

Why supply chain resilience is more than a buzzword; it's a competitive advantage

Supply chain resilience in 2026 is a competitive edge, driven by evolving trade policies, AI tech, and the need for adaptability amid global uncertainties.

By Andrew Coldrey • 5 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025