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EU delays AI Act, sparking uncertainty & compliance concerns
Data Protection

EU delays AI Act, sparking uncertainty & compliance concerns

The EU has delayed key provisions of its AI Act, raising concerns over regulatory clarity, compliance burdens, and Europe's competitive edge in AI technology.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Rising costs & AI adoption put SME graduate hiring at risk
Data Science

Rising costs & AI adoption put SME graduate hiring at risk

Rising costs and AI adoption threaten graduate hiring in UK SMEs, with firms facing nearly GBP £40,000 first-year expenses amid limited government support.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025
Spending soars as firms & shoppers adapt to festive pressures
eCommerce

Spending soars as firms & shoppers adapt to festive pressures

Firms and consumers boost spending by up to 30% during Black Friday and Christmas, prompting brands to sharpen omnichannel and spend management strategies.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
AI audit tools set to cut 14% overpayment in expense claims
Risk & Compliance

AI audit tools set to cut 14% overpayment in expense claims

AI audit tools could reduce the 14% overspend on employee expense claims, saving firms time and money by detecting non-compliance and fraud with 97% accuracy.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
Waracle acquires HackSoft to boost workforce and digital expertise
Digital Transformation

Waracle acquires HackSoft to boost workforce and digital expertise

UK digital consultancy Waracle expands into Europe with the acquisition of Sofia-based HackSoft, boosting its workforce to 265 and enhancing tech expertise.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
Wellinghoff joins Payments Association board to drive compliance
Risk & Compliance

Wellinghoff joins Payments Association board to drive compliance

Willem Wellinghoff, Ecommpay's Chief Compliance Officer, has joined The Payments Association Advisory Board to enhance compliance and support industry growth in the UK.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025
Budget 2026 proposals prompt concerns from tech & construction
Partner Programmes

Budget 2026 proposals prompt concerns from tech & construction

UK Budget 2026 sparks concern in tech and construction over investment, tax changes, and public spending's impact on growth and business confidence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
New book offers practical guide to digital transformation with AI
Digital Transformation

New book offers practical guide to digital transformation with AI

A new book by digital experts offers practical guidance on using generative AI to drive successful digital transformation amid global USD $3 trillion investments.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
UK recruiters move beyond CVs as AI focuses on potential
Artificial Intelligence

UK recruiters move beyond CVs as AI focuses on potential

UK recruiters are using AI to assess skills and potential, moving beyond traditional CVs to reduce bias and improve equal access in hiring.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Small businesses turn to embedded finance for Black Friday
Supply Chain

Small businesses turn to embedded finance for Black Friday

Small businesses boost Black Friday sales by 30% through embedded finance, securing fast funding via eCommerce platforms to overcome cash flow challenges.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Upcoming London exchange targets established growth companies
Stock Exchange

Upcoming London exchange targets established growth companies

London launches the Global Growth Market, a new stock exchange to ease public listing for established growth firms, with trading slated for 2026.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
EDHEC launches Quantum Institute to boost business innovation
Quantum Computing

EDHEC launches Quantum Institute to boost business innovation

EDHEC has launched a Quantum Institute to equip leaders and students with knowledge on quantum science's impact across business, finance, and society.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
ECB partners with tech consortium to deliver digital euro offline
Digital Transformation

ECB partners with tech consortium to deliver digital euro offline

The European Central Bank partners with Giesecke+Devrient, Nexi, and Capgemini to enable offline payments for the digital euro, ensuring privacy and resilience.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Elemental Concept joins UK scheme to shape £150m services policy
Artificial Intelligence

Elemental Concept joins UK scheme to shape £150m services policy

Elemental Concept joins Applio Ventures' SME Champion Scheme to help shape the UK government's £150 million professional services strategy.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
UK firms urged to reuse old Windows laptops to fight e-waste
Windows 10

UK firms urged to reuse old Windows laptops to fight e-waste

UK firms are urged to reuse and donate old Windows 10 laptops to curb e-waste and support those facing social exclusion through SocialBox.Biz's scheme.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Manchester summit explores AI, data & creativity in marketing
DevOps

Manchester summit explores AI, data & creativity in marketing

Over 100 marketing leaders convened in Manchester to explore AI, data, and creativity shaping the future of marketing technology in 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Zopa launches GBP £1 minimum investment accounts with Upvest
Fintech

Zopa launches GBP £1 minimum investment accounts with Upvest

Zopa teams with Upvest to launch investment accounts with a GBP £1 minimum, aiming to make investing accessible to millions of UK savers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
How a 25-year-old in banking boosted salary to GBP £85,000
Product Management

How a 25-year-old in banking boosted salary to GBP £85,000

Amy Reynolds, 25, boosted her salary to GBP £85,000 by 23 through banking apprenticeships and strategic career planning without a traditional university route.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
New book urges stronger AI governance for business leaders
Physical Security

New book urges stronger AI governance for business leaders

A new book highlights critical AI governance gaps in businesses, offering leaders a practical framework to manage risks amid rapid AI adoption worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025