United Kingdom (UK) stories - Page 16
European PC market grows 3% in Q4 2024 with AI interest
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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analyst report
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copilot+ pcs
The European PC market experienced a 3% revenue rise in Q4 2024, driven by seasonal promotions, with Spain and the UK leading growth amid ongoing challenges.
UK unveils AI plan focusing on public sector integration
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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quantum computing
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ai
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cybersecurity
The UK has launched its AI Opportunities Action Plan to bolster public sector integration and economic growth, amidst mixed reactions from industry leaders.
UK businesses urged to balance AI with human expertise
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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productivity
AI adoption in the UK is on the rise, with businesses investing to stay competitive, amid calls for careful integration and skills development.
AccountsIQ acquires ExpenseIn to expand finance solutions
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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customers
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bi
AccountsIQ has acquired ExpenseIn, enhancing its cloud-based offerings and boosting its customer base to over 350,000 users across 40 countries.
Keir Starmer unveils AI action plan to drive growth & innovation
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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data privacy
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced an ambitious AI Opportunities Action Plan aimed at driving GBP £47 billion in economic growth and global competitiveness.
AbuSearch team wins award at SAS hackathon for AI project
Tue, 14th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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sas
A UK team, AbuSearch, has won a global hackathon's 'Data for Good' award for developing AI-driven solutions to combat online child sexual abuse.
S-RM partners with Distology to expand cyber incident services
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
S-RM has partnered with Distology to expand its cyber incident response services, bolstering cybersecurity across the UK and Europe.
Mail Metrics acquires Adare SEC, boosts UK market presence
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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public sector
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investment
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ey
Mail Metrics has acquired Adare SEC, its fourth purchase in four years, expanding its workforce and boosting UK revenue projections to GBP £175 million.
Railway operators to invest $1.2 billion in 5G LTE by 2027
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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uc
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telco
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digitalisation
Railway operators are set to invest $1.2 billion in 5G LTE technology by 2027, marking a significant shift towards modern communication infrastructures.
IMP Software marks growth with staff changes & expansion
Mon, 30th Dec 2024
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schools
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budgeting
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expansion
IMP Software closed 2024 with significant growth, now serving over 500 Multi-Academy Trusts and 5,000 schools, backed by key new appointments.
Groyyo promotes Nitin Jain to Co-founder role
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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exports
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venture capital
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global expansion
Groyyo has promoted Nitin Jain to Co-Founder, recognising his vital role in the company's rapid growth in international markets, particularly exports.
YouTube tops list as most popular global side hustle
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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youtube
A study by Printful reveals YouTube content creation as the world's top side hustle, with a 189% rise in global searches and UK earnings averaging GBP £4,192.
8seats secures AUD $2m funding for global expansion plans
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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data privacy
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privacy
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productivity
Messaging platform 8seats has raised AUD $2 million in seed funding to enhance workplace communication ahead of its 2025 public launch.
Kolsquare acquires Woomio to boost European market reach
Mon, 23rd Dec 2024
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saas
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social media
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transparency
Kolsquare has acquired Woomio to strengthen its foothold in Europe's influencer marketing sector, enhancing regional impact and service offerings.
M Group Services appoints Archie Norman as new Chairman
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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uc
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telco
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cvc
M Group Services has appointed Archie Norman as its new non-executive Chairman, bringing extensive experience from major British corporations.
CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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edutech
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ransomware
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phishing
CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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ransomware
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
New research reveals the manufacturing sector was hit hardest by cyber attacks in Q3 2024, with 394 ransomware incidents accounting for 71% of all cases.
UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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siem
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cybersecurity
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cisco
UK Chief Information Security Officers are under growing stress, with 35% facing overwork and 23% actively seeking new job opportunities.
Kiwis take fewer leave days than Aussies & Brits
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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hcm
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productivity
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mental health
A new study shows New Zealand workers take an average of 14 leave days yearly, fewer than their Australian and British counterparts, raising wellbeing concerns.
Aryza & TransUnion unite for UK credit management
Mon, 16th Dec 2024
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integration
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credit management
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data insights
Aryza Group has partnered with TransUnion to enhance credit and debt management solutions across its platforms in the UK and Ireland.