United Kingdom (UK) stories - Page 20

Many UK businesses risk disruption, potentially unprepared for the 2025 switch-off of the Public Switched Telephone Network, despite the urgent need for migration to digital services.

London-based consultancy, Alioth, has partnered with Alibaba.com to expand small and medium-sized European businesses' global footprints, leveraging online B2B marketplaces.

Aryza acquires Oyster Bay Systems and Profile Data Services to enhance its footprint within the UK and Europe's loan management landscape, offering seamless and integrated software solutions.

Multinationals face a major shift with OECD's BEPS rules, with over 77% unprepared for the upcoming tax changes.

UK landline switchover to digital could jeopardise safety of 95% of those over 65, according to disability and elderly advocacy groups urging for delay until 2030.

Cybersecurity firm Integrity360 bolsters its Microsoft security services across Europe, catering to 75% of businesses.

Merv Williams steps up as Chief Marketing Officer at global security firm Gallagher Security, aiming to accelerate growth and improve brand visibility in global markets including the UK, Europe, and IMEA.

Data management leader Cohesity appoints IT industry veteran Olivier Savornin as Group VP of Sales for EMEA, enhancing its drive for modern data security in the region.

Volopa partners with Open Banking API provider, Yapily, aiming to simplify the payment process for finance teams through seamless connectivity using innovative open banking technology.

RM Technology launches NX-Generation Services, an AI-enabled, holistic IT portfolio for UK schools, aimed at improving tech proficiency, digital safety, and combating cybersecurity threats.

Ransomware attacks increased 55.5% in 2023, hitting a record 4,368 victims around the world, as cyber-criminals adapted to law enforcement tactics, says Cyberint's report.

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.

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.

Similarweb's Digital 100 report showcases the fastest growing digital businesses, reflecting changes in online consumer behaviour amid economic challenges.

Australian investment platform Stake ushers in new growth chapter, appointing experienced finance leader Jon Howie as CEO while founder Matt Leibowitz transitions to Executive Director role.

A third of UK knowledge workers resent forced return to offices citing 'productivity paranoia' and poor digital experiences adding an extra 3.1 work weeks annually, reveals Scalable Software study.

Colt Technology Services positions Yasutaka Mizutani as its Asia Pacific President, in a move to intensify the UK-based executive's responsibility over the company's operations in Asia.

CFOs and senior finance professionals have voiced serious concerns over digital acceleration and AI integration, according to a new survey by Aurum Solutions.

Renowned global tech educator, Code Institute, hails a year of extraordinary achievements, with a 98% graduate employment rate and initiatives supporting inclusivity in tech.

Virtualstock urges retail companies to use strategic M&A activities to bolster their supply chains, in light of rising volatility.