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Rise in AI-driven cyberattacks prompts urgent action for SMEs
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Two thirds of global firms saw a rise in cyberattacks last year, with AI-driven threats and lack of expertise raising security concerns, says Hiscox report.
Harrods cyber attack spotlights retailer risk amid cutbacks
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The recent cyber attack on Harrods highlights rising cyber threats to retailers, linked to economic pressures potentially weakening security defences.
Cloudflare & Anthropic team up to power secure AI app links
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Cloudflare partners with Anthropic to enable secure, real-time AI integrations with SaaS giants like Atlassian, Stripe, and PayPal using its new MCP toolkit.
LinkedIn expands BrandLink, offers video ads with top creators
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LinkedIn expands BrandLink, offering advertisers premium video content from top creators to engage over 1 billion members in the US and UK.
Yahoo unveils Conversion API to boost ad tracking accuracy
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Yahoo DSP has unveiled Yahoo CAPI, a Conversion API that unifies online and offline ad tracking, boosting campaign insights and attribution by up to 50%.
Moloco appoints Jean-Luc Nahon to lead product for Moloco Ads
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Moloco has hired Jean-Luc Nahon, former Amazon Ads executive, as Head of Product to boost its AI-driven advertising solutions and strategic growth in 2025.
Primer launches initiative to help start-ups optimise payments
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Primer launches 'Primer for Growth' to help start-ups tackle payment hurdles with free access to its advanced payment tools for one year.
Dig This Deal campaign raises GBP £255,000 to boost AI shopping
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Tech entrepreneur Ashley Bailey's Dig This Deal campaign has raised GBP £255,000 to grow its AI shopping platform, expanding product listings and boosting sustainable options.
WithU partners with Sir Mo Farah to launch global running app
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British fitness brand WithU teams up with Sir Mo Farah and top athletes to launch URUNN, a personalised running app set for release later this year.
Personalised data & AI crucial for brands’ future success
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Circana's new report reveals how brands can boost customer lifetime value through personalised commerce, leveraging data tech and predictive analytics.
Ecommpay named finalist in two categories at London FinTech awards
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payment technologies
Ecommpay has been shortlisted in two categories at the FinTech Awards London, recognising its innovation and collaboration with The Money Platform.
Cyber attack on M&S exposes UK food supply chain risks
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Marks & Spencer's recent cyber attack exposes vulnerabilities in the UK's food supply chain, prompting urgent calls for stronger cyber security measures.
Supply chain challenges in the railroad tie industry: The case for sustainable alternatives
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Supply chain turmoil amid hurricanes and scarce timber drives North America's railroad tie industry toward sustainable composite alternatives for resilience.
Acquirz appoints Vickie Stacey as Data Chief amid rapid growth
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Acquirz appoints Vickie Stacey as Head of Data Operations amid 40% growth and plans to expand team by 33% in Cheltenham's B2B email marketing sector.
GitHub Copilot surpasses 15 million users as AI tools expand
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GitHub Copilot has exceeded 15 million users, growing rapidly as Microsoft advances its AI tools in software development and cloud services.
Junction 4 Pallets & Tracworx unveil real-time solution
Thu, 1st May 2025
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Junction 4 Pallets and Tracworx launch a digital traceability solution to boost reusable plastic container management, cutting losses and enhancing sustainability.
PentenAmio merger targets secure global cyber defence growth
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cybersecurity
Australian Penten and UK-based Amiosec merge to form PentenAmio, offering sovereign cybersecurity and electronic warfare tech, targeting Allied defence clients.
Agentic AI helps firms boost CX satisfaction & cut costs per case
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Forethought's 2025 report reveals agentic AI boosts CX outcomes, resolving 57% more tickets and cutting costs by over 20%, outperforming traditional AI solutions.
UK credit card balances & missed payments on the rise
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credit card fraud
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FICO's UK report warns of rising first-party fraud amid financial strain, as average credit card balances grow and missed payments increase year-on-year.
Half of consumers trust brands more when using passkeys
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Nearly half of consumers would trust brands more using passkeys instead of passwords, with 56% of 25-34-year-olds supporting the shift, says Thales study.