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Desktop PC sales remain strong in Europe as mini PCs surge

Wed, 7th May 2025
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Europe's PC desktop sales remain strong in early 2025, with consumer notebooks outperforming commercial ones amid uneven market recovery across countries.
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AI could add GBP £2 billion to UK GDP & create 20,000 jobs

Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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A new study reveals that the UK's accounting sector could see an injection of GBP £2 billion into GDP and generate 20,000 jobs through AI adoption.
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UK cyber-attack exposes MoD vulnerabilities, China speculated

Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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A cyber-attack on the UK Ministry of Defence has sparked speculation about its source, with experts suggesting rival state involvement.
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IWD 2024: Gender pay gap widening in the United Kingom

Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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The gender pay gap in the UK has widened to 14.5%, pushing the country to 17th place in the Women in Work Index.
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Alibaba platforms boosts UK exports to China by 54% since 2019

Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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Alibaba Group's platforms have seen a 54% surge in UK exports to China since 2019, pointing to a robust demand for UK brands and the growing role of digital platforms in global business.
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Getty Images CEO urges Sunak to back creative over AI industries

Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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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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Rising cyber threats challenge Southeast Asia's booming digital economy

Fri, 5th Jan 2024
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As Southeast Asia's digital economy rapidly reaches $100bn, it is attracting cyber criminals, with 28% of businesses observing an increase in threats alongside their digital expansion.
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AI's role in transforming productivity & redefining knowledge work

Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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AI's potential in redefining jobs rather than eliminating them could vastly boost productivity, according to expert Angus Bauer.
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NZ economy grows 0.8% in fourth quarter, on tourist spending, heated housing market

Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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The New Zealand economy expanded in the fourth quarter as tourists drove growth in retailing and accommodation, and property sales increased demand fo.