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IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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IFS has announced record financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024, with ARR exceeding EUR €1 billion driven by strong demand for Industrial AI solutions.
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Arctic Wolf finalises acquisition of BlackBerry's Cylance

Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
Arctic Wolf has acquired BlackBerry's Cylance to boost its Aurora platform, integrating advanced AI-driven security capabilities for enhanced endpoint protection.
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Syrenis appoints Adam Binks as new Chief Executive Officer

Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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Syrenis has appointed Adam Binks as CEO, bringing his expertise from SysGroup to lead the company's growth in the booming consent management market.
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NFON aims for market leadership with new AI strategy

Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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NFON has unveiled its ambitious NFON NEXT 2027 strategy, aiming for market leadership in AI-driven business communications and significant revenue growth.
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Co-op app pre-installed on Samsung phones in UK tie-up

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Co-op has partnered with Dentsu to pre-install its membership app on over 20,000 Samsung devices in the UK, enhancing user engagement and convenience.
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AI-managed data will help retailers avoid another sales slump in 2025

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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supply chain
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omnichannel
Retailers are gearing up for a recovery in 2025 by leveraging AI to harness customer data, aiming to tailor their offerings amidst changing consumer habits.
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Mirantis unveils Rockoon to simplify OpenStack on Kubernetes

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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Mirantis has unveiled Rockoon, an open-source toolset aimed at simplifying OpenStack management on Kubernetes amidst rising interest following Broadcom's VMware acquisition.
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UK FinTech funding drops 2% in 2024 to USD $4.9 billion

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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fintech
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cybersecurity
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inflation
Funding for UK FinTech startups dipped 2% to USD $4.9 billion in 2024, marking a five-year low amidst growing regulatory challenges and economic concerns.
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Nextiva survey reveals CX's growing importance for revenue

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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A recent survey reveals a pivotal shift in customer experience's significance, with 96% of CX leaders reporting corporate recognition as a revenue driver.
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BackBox unveils network platform, reports record profits

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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BackBox has launched its Network Cyber Resilience Platform and reported record profits in 2024, marking a historic financial success for the firm.
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DoiT earns dual Microsoft partner designations for Azure

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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DoiT has secured two prestigious Microsoft partner designations, boosting its capabilities in Modern Work and Digital & App Innovation on Azure.
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VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users

Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
A new study by SplitMetrics reveals a remarkable 60% increase in new Android VR game users, with 13 million joining in 2024, marking record growth.
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Vistage reports fall in UK & Ireland SME confidence

Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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leadership
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Vistage reports a shocking drop in SME confidence across the UK and Ireland, with leaders now wary of profitability amidst declining economic conditions.
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LG acquires majority of Bear Robotics to boost AI robots

Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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LG Electronics has acquired a controlling 51% stake in Bear Robotics, enhancing its AI-driven robotics capabilities as part of a strategic growth initiative.
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CyberASAP Demo Day to unveil promising UK cyber solutions

Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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cybersecurity
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software development
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accelerator
Innovative cybersecurity solutions will be unveiled at London's CyberASAP Demo Day, showcasing 14 projects from the accelerator programme backed by GBP £40 million alumni success.
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Battle for survival: Turning peak season learnings into 2025 strategies

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Retailers face a survival battle in 2025, with economic pressures and customer expectations reshaping the eCommerce landscape following a strong 2024 peak season.
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Real-time KYC: Tipping the balance in corporate banking's digital revolution

Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
As corporate banking undergoes a digital transformation, real-time KYC processes powered by Corporate Digital Identity are set to significantly enhance operational efficiency.
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Clay secures USD $40 million, valued at USD $1.25 billion

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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Clay has raised USD $40 million in Series B funding, boosting its valuation to USD $1.25 billion following impressive revenue growth and strategic acquisitions.
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Vineeta Puranik appointed as CTO at SmartBear

Fri, 24th Jan 2025
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SmartBear has appointed Vineeta Puranik as its new Chief Technology Officer, aiming to enhance its technology strategy amid rapid AI advancements.
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Databricks secures USD $10bn funding, USD $5.25bn credit

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Databricks has secured USD $10 billion in Series J funding and a USD $5.25 billion credit facility to enhance its AI capabilities and global reach.