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New Relic report: Observability quadruples retail ROI
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New Relic's latest report reveals that investing in observability solutions can deliver a fourfold return for retail businesses by enhancing customer interactions.
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‘Fear of getting it wrong’ harming SME export potential
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Red tape and exporters' fears of mistakes are damaging UK's clothing and footwear shipments to the EU, dropping by 18% post-Brexit.
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Twilio honours 16 startups in 2024 AI Searchlight Awards
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Twilio has honoured 16 startups at the 2024 AI Startup Searchlight Awards for their innovative use of Twilio's tools to enhance customer engagement.
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The new AI economy: welcome to the era of knowledge-as-a-service
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The era of Knowledge-as-a-Service is emerging, reshaping the internet with AI-driven models that prioritise ethical data use and community engagement.
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Nearly 10 million Brits to use BNPL schemes this Christmas
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Nearly 10 million UK consumers are projected to embrace Buy Now, Pay Later schemes this Christmas, reflecting a significant shift in shopping behaviours.
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UK firms risk GBP £4.5bn losses due to poor service
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UK businesses could face losses of up to GBP £4.5 billion during the holiday season due to inadequate customer service, new research by Qualtrics reveals.
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Alexander Wettjen appointed Vice President Group Sales at NFON
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NFON has appointed Alexander Wettjen as Vice President Group Sales, effective 1st December 2024, to enhance its partner-centric market approach.
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Charlie Thompson appointed New Relic's EMEA leader
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New Relic has appointed Charlie Thompson as Senior Vice President and Managing Director for EMEA, aiming to boost growth and market expansion in the region.
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Locad secures USD $9m to expand AI-driven logistics
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Singapore's Locad secures USD $9 million in pre-series B funding to fuel global expansion and enhance its AI-driven logistics solutions.
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Microsoft 365 Copilot enhanced with AI & new features
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digital transformation
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Microsoft unveils major enhancements to Microsoft 365 Copilot, aiming to revolutionise business processes and boost productivity for firms globally.
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Neo4j surpasses USD $200m ARR, eyes further AI growth
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data analytics
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Neo4j has exceeded USD $200 million in annual recurring revenue, doubling its figure in three years, driven by demand for its graph technology.
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Teradata AI Unlimited platform launches on Microsoft Fabric
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Teradata has launched its AI Unlimited platform for public preview on Microsoft Fabric, enhancing serverless AI capabilities for enterprises.
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UK workers secretly using AI tools for an edge at work
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A new study reveals 35% of UK workers covertly use AI to enhance their work, with younger staff finding it particularly beneficial for reducing stress.
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UK businesses lag behind in adopting circular economy model
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Only 25% of UK firms have embraced circular economy practices, risking higher costs and lower competitiveness amid sustainability challenges, research reveals.
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Sensay CEO urges user-friendly approach to boost AI uptake
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Dan Thomson, CEO of Sensay, claims the low use of AI tools stems from their complexity, urging businesses to enhance user-friendliness to boost adoption.
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CommBox secures funding for AI expansion in Europe
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CommBox has raised GBP £12.3 million from PSG Equity to boost its AI technologies and expand its operations into new markets.
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Northern Data selects startups for AI Accelerator programme
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Northern Data Group has selected five startups for its first AI Accelerator, providing access to advanced GPU technology and industry mentorship.
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GlobalLogic named leader in 2024 ISG AI services report
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GlobalLogic has been named a Leader in the 2024 ISG Provider Lens Generative AI Services Report, showcasing its prowess in enabling generative AI integration.
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AI integration in software raises architectural challenges
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As AI reshapes software development, industry leaders warn it may increase complexity and architectural challenges rather than solve them, urging teams to adapt.
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Microsoft unveils Copilot Studio for AI-enhanced solutions
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Microsoft has unveiled its Copilot Studio autonomous agents in preview, promising AI-driven innovations to reshape business operations at Ignite 2024.