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IBC selects eight projects for 2025 media innovation
Unified Communications

IBC selects eight projects for 2025 media innovation

IBC has unveiled eight projects for its 2025 Media Innovation Programme, collaborating with firms like Verizon and BT to tackle key media technology challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
BT & Equinix expand to boost global interconnectivity
Unified Communications

BT & Equinix expand to boost global interconnectivity

BT and Equinix have unveiled an expansion of their partnership, enhancing global interconnectivity for multinational customers via BT's Global Fabric platform.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Globality enhances AI Agent Glo with new pricing analysis
Partner Programmes

Globality enhances AI Agent Glo with new pricing analysis

Globality has enhanced its Glo AI Agent, introducing advanced pricing analysis tools aimed at helping Global 2000 firms optimise decision-making and reduce costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
JBL introduces safe headphones range for young listeners
Digital Entertainment

JBL introduces safe headphones range for young listeners

JBL has unveiled a new range of headphones for children aged 3-8, featuring safety-focused designs and innovative parental controls.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024
Malware

Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024

NCC Group's December 2024 threat report reveals a record 574 ransomware incidents, driven by new players like Funksec, signalling a turbulent cybersecurity landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Procurement in 2025: From 'should we try AI?' to 'When can we start?'
Data Analytics

Procurement in 2025: From 'should we try AI?' to 'When can we start?'

A Gartner survey reveals that 72% of procurement leaders are prioritising GenAI integration, marking a pivotal shift towards strategic decision-making.

By Keith Hausmann • 6 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024

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Cherry unveils MX Northern Light switch for enthusiasts at GBP £25
Gaming

Cherry unveils MX Northern Light switch for enthusiasts at GBP £25

CHERRY launches the MX Northern Light, a special-edition linear keyboard switch delivering a smooth, quiet typing experience, priced at GBP £25.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025
Cybit appoints Marc Pawson as Sales Director to drive growth
Digital Transformation

Cybit appoints Marc Pawson as Sales Director to drive growth

Cybit appoints Marc Pawson as Sales Director to boost market expansion and build strong client partnerships in data intelligence and AI-driven sectors.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Diffblue secures GBP £1m Innovate UK grant for AI project
Unified Communications

Diffblue secures GBP £1m Innovate UK grant for AI project

Diffblue has received a GBP £1 million grant from Innovate UK to advance its AI software solutions, enhancing software development efficiency through generative AI.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
LSE partners with Globality for AI-driven procurement boost
EduTech

LSE partners with Globality for AI-driven procurement boost

The London School of Economics has partnered with Globality to enhance procurement efficiency using AI technology amid budget pressures in higher education.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Hisense unveils new C2 Family projectors in Australia
Digital Entertainment

Hisense unveils new C2 Family projectors in Australia

Hisense Australia unveils the C2 Family of 4K TriChroma Laser Mini Projectors, launching in retailers nationwide for AUD $3,499 and AUD $4,499.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
BT Health report highlights NHS cyber security concerns
Unified Communications

BT Health report highlights NHS cyber security concerns

Recent surveys by BT Health reveal serious concerns over cyber security in the NHS, with staff lacking confidence in defences and fearing potential cyber-attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
BT Group collaborates with Optiva to boost 5G services
Unified Communications

BT Group collaborates with Optiva to boost 5G services

BT Group is enhancing its enterprise services by integrating Optiva's Application Server, boosting B2B offerings and 5G network capabilities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
BT Business appoints Jon James as new CEO
Leadership

BT Business appoints Jon James as new CEO

Jon James has been appointed as CEO of BT Business, set to take the helm next month, as the company shifts focus towards the UK market.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
BT urges CNI to switch from copper to digital by 2025
Network Infrastructure

BT urges CNI to switch from copper to digital by 2025

BT is calling on UK's Critical National Infrastructure providers to shift from outdated analogue systems to digital by December 2025 to safeguard essential services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Qodea appoints Alan Paton as new CEO to drive growth
Data Analytics

Qodea appoints Alan Paton as new CEO to drive growth

Alan Paton has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Qodea, Europe's leading Google Cloud digital transformation partner, to drive further growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Caroline O'Connor joins Zayo Europe as Chief Legal Officer
Unified Communications

Caroline O'Connor joins Zayo Europe as Chief Legal Officer

Zayo Europe has announced the appointment of Caroline O'Connor as Chief Legal Officer, bolstering its executive team amid continued growth in the sector.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
ADLINK launches EMP-100, a compact fanless Mini PC
Digital Signage

ADLINK launches EMP-100, a compact fanless Mini PC

ADLINK Technology has launched the EMP-100, a compact fanless Mini PC designed for smart retail and industrial applications, supporting dual 4K displays.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024