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AppScenic launches new AI tools for eCommerce automation

ECommerce platform AppScenic has launched AI tools using OpenAI's API to help retailers optimise product pages, marketing, and SEO, streamlining store management.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024

Fusion5

Fusion5 to acquire IntegrationWorks, aims to broaden market reach

Acquiring IntegrationWorks will add 80 integration consultants to Fusion5's team and expand its reach across Australia and the UK.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024

Ransomware

Global IT outages disrupt key sectors globally due to updates

Global IT outages caused by Microsoft and CrowdStrike updates disrupt key sectors, sparking urgent calls for improved cybersecurity practices.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024

Crypto

Kraken Custody expands to institutional clients in UK, Australia

Kraken Institutional extends its custody solution, Kraken Custody, to institutional clients in the UK and Australia, enhancing secure digital asset management and engagement.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024

Elections

UKI SME confidence rises amidst economic optimism

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.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024

Ransomware

ReliaQuest report notes 20% spike in ransomware Q2 2024

ReliaQuest's Q2 2024 report reveals a 20% surge in ransomware attacks. With 1,237 organisations hit, new players like RansomHub rise amid the RaaS disruption.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024

Data Privacy

Hybrid cloud storage surpasses AI as top enterprise priority

Nasuni's latest report underscores a shift in business priorities, revealing 54% of firms now prioritise cloud data management over AI due to security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024

YouTube

Gen Z dining habits: prioritising trust, deals, & takeaways

Generation Z's dining habits reveal a focus on convenience and value, with 42% opting for takeaway on Fridays and 93% trusting friends over influencers, Deliverect finds.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024

Paessler

Paessler partners with Prianto to expand UK monitoring solutions

Paessler teams up with UK software distributor Prianto to expand the reach of its monitoring solutions, aiming for rapid growth and enhanced service delivery.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024

Fintech

GoCardless & ICE InsureTech partner to streamline payments

GoCardless and ICE InsureTech collaborate to streamline bank payment collections for insurance firms in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024

EduTech

BGF invests GBP £5 million in Cardiff-based PureCyber

BGF has invested GBP £5 million into Cardiff's PureCyber, a fast-growing cybersecurity firm, appointing Ben Marnham as Non-Executive Chair to spearhead further growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024

Power / Energy

Tether secures $1.5m to expand tech operations globally

Tether has secured GBP $1.5 million funding to expand into Australia, the UK, and Europe, set to deploy its 10,000th sensor.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

Health Technologies

OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation

OVHcloud reveals plans for its innovative recycled datacentres, repurposing sites like old aluminium plants and a former NSA base as part of its green initiative.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

Stories from Other Regions

United Kingdom (UK) stories

Data governance

Report reveals 95% of UK, US firms struggle with data issues

A staggering 95% of UK and US firms struggle with data issues, as revealed by esynergy, with ineffective governance undermining business operations and decision-making.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024

IPI

IPI earns top three-star rating from Best Companies

IPI has received a prestigious three-star rating from Best Companies, reflecting its outstanding employee engagement and commitment to a positive workplace culture.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024

Partner Programmes

Intelliworx promotes Johnson to lead client operations in UK, US

Intelliworx promotes Joy Johnson to lead UK and US client services, aiming to capitalise on the booming cybersecurity market and company's growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024

Unified Communications

Tony Capper joins Brightsolid as Regional Sales Director

Tony Capper joins Brightsolid as Regional Sales Director, bringing 25 years of IT sales expertise to drive growth from their new Manchester office.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Nuix appoints Aidan Troy as UK Vice President of Sales

Nuix names Aidan Troy as VP of Sales for the UK, leveraging his 28 years in IT from key roles at Palantir and IBM to drive significant revenue growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

Digital Entertainment

Basis launches Leo smart panel, generates USD $100 million interest

Basis has launched Leo, a smart panel offering enhanced energy management and safety, attracting over USD $100 million in sales interest and compliance certifications.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

Crowdfunding

UK tech SMEs face financial hurdles but remain optimistic

A Dojo report reveals that despite financial pressures, 79% of UK tech SMEs expect revenue and profit growth in 2024, backed by average borrowing of GBP £95,000.