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ABB & Oktogrid launch transformer monitoring solution
Unified Communications

ABB & Oktogrid launch transformer monitoring solution

ABB Electrification Service and Oktogrid have unveiled TRAFCOM, a pioneering digital monitoring solution for transformers aimed at modernising power grids.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
UK civil servants increase data sharing within government
Unified Communications

UK civil servants increase data sharing within government

A recent survey reveals that 74% of civil servants are now sharing data across government departments, yet only 34% are collaborating with the private sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
EU's updated NIS2 Directive enforces stricter cybersecurity rules
Virtualisation

EU's updated NIS2 Directive enforces stricter cybersecurity rules

As the deadline for the NIS2 Directive looms, businesses across Europe face significant cybersecurity compliance challenges amid rising threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Yaspa partners with ASK Global to enhance UK PINTO machines
Fintech

Yaspa partners with ASK Global to enhance UK PINTO machines

Yaspa and ASK Global are teaming up to integrate open banking into PINTO machines across the UK, enhancing cashless payment options for customers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Ecommpay wins two prestigious awards at compliance event
Clean technologies

Ecommpay wins two prestigious awards at compliance event

Ecommpay has claimed two honours at the Compliance Register Platinum Awards 2024, recognising its excellence in marketing and compliance efforts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
UK firms double encryption policy use in 2024 study finds
Data Protection

UK firms double encryption policy use in 2024 study finds

Research by Apricorn reveals that the adoption of encryption policies among UK organisations has doubled in 2024, with 46% now mandating encryption for all data.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
UK unveils 'One Big Thing' to inspire civil service innovation
Unified Communications

UK unveils 'One Big Thing' to inspire civil service innovation

The UK Government's new 'One Big Thing' initiative aims to inspire innovation among 470,000 civil servants from 14 October 2024 to 14 February 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Black Friday shipping charges impact retailer profits
Supply Chain

Black Friday shipping charges impact retailer profits

Independent online electronics retailers face challenges as a report reveals shipping costs could rise 25% during Black Friday, impacting profit margins.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
GaiaLens wins ESG innovation funding for anti-greenwashing
Artificial Intelligence

GaiaLens wins ESG innovation funding for anti-greenwashing

GaiaLens has been named a winner of FinTech Scotland's ESG innovation call, securing funding to enhance its Greenwashing Analytics Solution.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Growth Lending & Aros Kapital launch GBP£1bn fund for SMEs
Software-as-a-Service

Growth Lending & Aros Kapital launch GBP£1bn fund for SMEs

Growth Lending and Aros Kapital have joined forces to provide GBP£1 billion in loans to UK SMEs over the next 5 to 6 years, targeting various sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Tandem Bank expands with Cogo on carbon management app
Fintech

Tandem Bank expands with Cogo on carbon management app

Cogo and Tandem Bank are deepening their partnership to introduce a carbon management feature in Tandem's banking app, promoting greener consumer choices.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
ANNA introduces biometric checks to combat account fraud
Surveillance

ANNA introduces biometric checks to combat account fraud

British neo-bank ANNA has launched biometric re-authentication to enhance security, requiring selfies to prevent unauthorised access to business accounts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
IPI recognised among top innovators in InsurTech100 list
Unified Communications

IPI recognised among top innovators in InsurTech100 list

IPI has been named in the 2024 InsurTech100 list, recognising its innovative contributions to the insurance industry's technological landscape.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024
SaaS job vacancies soar as CMD Recruitment links talent
Software-as-a-Service

SaaS job vacancies soar as CMD Recruitment links talent

CMD Recruitment in Swindon reports a 20% rise in SaaS job vacancies, driven by cloud adoption and demand for AI expertise amid digital transformation.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
AI adoption prioritised in UK cloud strategy survey
Unified Communications

AI adoption prioritised in UK cloud strategy survey

A survey by Red Hat reveals 88% of UK IT managers prioritise AI adoption in cloud strategies, with 98% deeming cloud investment vital by 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
UK faces significant IT skills shortage reveals new report
Edge Computing

UK faces significant IT skills shortage reveals new report

Hyve Managed Hosting's 2024 report reveals a severe skills shortage in the UK's IT sector, impacting 81% of businesses amid rapid technological advancement.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Study reveals GenAI's rising role in global innovation
Generative AI

Study reveals GenAI's rising role in global innovation

A new study reveals that 46% of Wazoku's network have adopted Generative AI to drive innovation, showcasing its pivotal role in creative processes.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Aiven & AWS join forces to boost data management
Data Analytics

Aiven & AWS join forces to boost data management

Aiven and Amazon Web Services have partnered in a three-year collaboration to boost data management capabilities and empower customer innovation.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
UK Amazon sellers sue over millions in frozen revenues
eCommerce

UK Amazon sellers sue over millions in frozen revenues

Amazon UK sellers launch legal action, accusing Amazon of unlawfully freezing tens of millions in revenue, impacting business operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024