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State of UK research and innovation in science and tech in 2024
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Council on Geostrategy to launch a substantial survey determining strengths and weaknesses of UK's science and technology sector.
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Digital skills academy launched for UK tech entrepreneurs
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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jobs
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startup ecosystem
Barclays has initiated the Eagle Labs Academy, a free digital platform to foster and equip UK's future tech entrepreneurs.
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Businesses plan sweep of loyalty program changes by 2027
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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capgemini
Amidst economic woes, 9 in 10 businesses plan to revamp their loyalty schemes by 2027, with 65% expected to replatform.
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AI-driven customer experience heralds future trends
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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The integration of AI in Customer Experience could herald a major industry shift, bringing personalisation, cost reduction and large-scale operation.
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BillingPlatform reveals platform upgrades after year of industry recognition
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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BillingPlatform has debuted a range of platform improvements following a year of industry commendations, aiding in innovative pricing strategy execution, robust onboarding, and delivering necessary global security standards.
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Mangopay & Storfund partner for instant marketplace payments
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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partner programmes
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cash flow
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mangopay
Mangopay and Storfund have joined forces to revolutionise cash flow for businesses operating on online marketplaces, allowing instant payment.
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Getty Images CEO urges Sunak to back creative over AI industries
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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physical security
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Getty Images CEO, Craig Peters, warns Chancellor Rishi Sunak of risking UK GDP by favouring AI support over the critical creative industries.
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DPA spotlights need for digital support in teaching
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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personal computing devices
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intel
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digital divide
The Digital Poverty Alliance's latest white paper sheds light on the urgent need for digital skill training among teachers.
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New research uncovers influences on talent in 'AI age'
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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New research by Handshake reveals shifting dynamics in early talent attraction, with 55% deterred by negative company reviews and 48% drawn to roles incorporating AI tools.
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Rivero secures $7 million to boost Europe-wide fintech growth
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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investment
Swiss fintech firm Rivero has raised $7m in a Series A funding round to expand its Europe-wide presence.
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Victoria's Secret partners with Google Cloud to boost retail with AI
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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public cloud
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Victoria's Secret and Co. has announced a multi-year strategic partnership with Google Cloud, utilising AI technologies to enhance its online customer experience and accelerate core business functions.
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Microsoft unveils Copilot Pro & expands AI services to more businesses worldwide
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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Copilot is being extended to new businesses of different sizes in the software giants attempts to make AI commonplace.
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UK hailed as Europe's most advanced digital economy
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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A new report from the Computer and Communications Industry Association highlights the UK as Europe's leading digital economy, hosting major tech enterprises and attracting USD $30bn in 2022 tech-sector VC investment.
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FranConnect introduces Analytics platform & revamped Royalty Manager
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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transparency
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finance
FranConnect unveils FranConnect Analytics, a real-time data platform, and revamps its Royalty Manager app to assist franchise and multi-location businesses in their operational and financial management.
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Eagle Eye launches EagleAI for grocery, retail personalisation
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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Eagle Eye debuts data science solution EagleAI, promising bespoke promotions and heightened customer loyalty for global retailers and grocers via AI-powered personalisation.
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AI adoption in UK risks job losses for women & disadvantaged groups
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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physical security
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The rapid adoption of AI in the UK may exacerbate job losses for women and disadvantaged groups, warns a new government report, urging immediate action to mitigate potential inequalities.
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Harnessing AI-Powered Business Intelligence for smarter marketing
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Companies are revamping decision-making strategies with AI-powered business intelligence, sparking a revolution in data-breakdown for strategic planning and efficacy in marketing.
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Adanola, Sephora lead UK's fastest-growing digital businesses
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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cryptocurrency
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similarweb
Similarweb's Digital 100 report showcases the fastest growing digital businesses, reflecting changes in online consumer behaviour amid economic challenges.
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SMEs leaning on remote work as a primary cost-saving measure
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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79% of SMEs are adopting remote work for significant cost cuts, despite risks to cybersecurity and strain on funding, reveals a new study.
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Hammer unveils Hammer Edge for enhanced remote workforce management
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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healthtech
Hammer introduces its latest software solution Hammer Edge, designed to improve visibility into endpoint, network, and system health.