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AI accelerates identity fraud as firms overestimate defences

Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
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Significant rise in identity fraud targeting European firms, with 59% reporting more attacks despite 74% feeling confident in their defences, Signicat finds.
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UK tech leader confidence drops amid economic uncertainty

Thu, 8th May 2025
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Confidence among UK tech leaders has dipped, with 61% viewing conditions as neutral or poor, though 84% plan investments in AI and innovation next year.
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Tech executives prioritise AI, face privacy & eco concerns

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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The VivaTech Confidence Barometer shows 85% of tech firms prioritising AI investment, with US executives most optimistic about national competitiveness.
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PC market analysis reveals AI & Windows 11 potential

Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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According to CONTEXT's latest analysis, the PC market is facing a shaky demand downturn but may rebound by 2025 thanks to AI advancements and Windows 11 upgrades.
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UK finance leaders struggle with fragmented spend tools

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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A new report reveals that 95% of UK finance leaders struggle with global spend management due to outdated systems, hindering business growth.
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New GBP £3.75 billion data centre planned for Hertsmere

Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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DC01UK plans to build a GBP £3.75 billion data centre in Hertsmere, aiming to cater to rising AI and cloud computing demands, creating thousands of jobs.
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Will EV charging infrastructure ever be fit for purpose?

Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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The UK's EV charging infrastructure is lagging amid shifting phase-out dates for petrol and diesel cars. Will it catch up by 2030?.
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UKI SME confidence rises amidst economic optimism

Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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Vistage's latest UKI SME CEO Confidence Index reveals growing optimism among business leaders, with 62% forecasting a revenue boost in the next year ahead of the General Election.
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APAC firms rethink cybersecurity strategies amid confidence gap

Tue, 28th May 2024
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A new study by LogRhythm reveals a critical disconnect between APAC security execs and customers on cyber defence efficacy, prompting strategy overhauls.
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UK pay rises to slow amid economic uncertainty, warns CIPD

Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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Amid economic jitters, the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) forecasts a noteworthy fall in UK salary increments from 5% to 4% this year, despite reviving business confidence.
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UK job market takes a hit amid economic instability in 2023

Tue, 9th Jan 2024
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The UK job market faced a slump in late 2023 amid economic unrest, leading to a reduced number of vacancies but an increased demand for skilled labour, says the latest KPMG and REC report.
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UK businesses view high inflation as an uncontrollable issue

Mon, 8th Jan 2024
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Nearly two in five UK businesses see high inflation as a major uncontrollable concern, hindering recovery efforts, with tech investment cutbacks in response, reveals a Zoho study.
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Actian relaunches data platform with enhanced integration capabilities

Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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Actian, a data and analytics unit of HCLSoftware, relaunches its data platform, formerly known as Avalanche, with improved API-first integration capabilities.
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Experiencing ransomware significantly impacts cybersecurity approach

Fri, 16th Oct 2020
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Ransomware hits organisations hard, impacting confidence and cyber attack strategies, reveals a new survey by Sophos. #Cybersecurity #Ransomware.
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How organisations can take proof of delivery processes to the next level with digital visibility and control

Fri, 28th Feb 2020
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Automating proof of delivery (POD) processes takes a fraction of the time compared to traditional, manual methods.
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New Zealand: A top five location for millennials to start a business

Tue, 10th Jul 2018
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New Zealand has been ranked as one of the top three locations in the world for millennials who want to start a business.
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Suit up for business

Mon, 7th Nov 2011
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New research suggests that IT professionals can bridge the gap between their clients and themselves through their appearance.
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CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENTS

Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Navigating the maze of bringing an idea to market involves sharing information. Here's how confidentiality agreements can protect your intellectual property.