Emerging Technology stories
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UK boards lack trust in executives, focus on cybersecurity
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dei
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cybersecurity
Heidrick and Struggles’ 2024 Board Monitor Report reveals a lack of trust between UK boards and executives, with 22% of respondents noting distrust concerns.
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What procurement can teach us about GenAI
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document management
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ecm
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martech
As Generative AI (GenAI) struggles to prove business value, procurement emerges as a surprising leader in demonstrating its true potential by enhancing user experiences.
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Are you maximising Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) with your loyalty program?
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Are you fully leveraging Customer Lifetime Value in your loyalty program? With advances in AI and data analytics, companies like Wendy’s and Pret A Manger are seeing transformative results.
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Forrester reveals top 10 emerging technologies for 2024
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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iot security
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iot
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ai
Forrester's 2024 emerging tech report highlights genAI for visual content and language, TuringBots, and IoT security as top investments with a 2-year benefit horizon.
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AutoStore opens new factory in Thailand to expand APAC operations
Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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robots
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supply chain systems
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apac
AutoStore is set to double its production capacity with a new factory in Thailand, aiming to serve APAC markets more effectively by manufacturing 15,000 robots in 18 months.
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Millions of dollars at risk over new tech FOMO – report
Thu, 16th May 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ai
Ardoq's 2024 report reveals millions of dollars are at risk as CIOs admit investments are driven by the fear of missing out.
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How to safeguard your data with DataCentre220 and UPSPS
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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christchurch
DataCentre220 teams up with UPS Power Solutions to enhance data security and accessibility for organisations, countering cloud storage hurdles with advanced, reliable technology.
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How organisations can build a meaningful technology roadmap for success
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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ai
In an evolving market complex with technology choices, organisations need a robust technology roadmap to leverage digital solutions for operational success, stay competitive and meet growing customer expectations.
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UK government drafts new law to regulate artificial intelligence
Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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ai
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uk government
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emerging technology
In a move towards regulating AI, the UK government is expected to focus on bias and safety within emerging tech after prolonged deliberations. Details of the legislation remain undisclosed.
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UK IT leaders see transformative potential in generative AI, report finds
Mon, 8th Apr 2024
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uc
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cx
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martech
New Elastic study reveals nearly all (99%) UK IT decision makers believe generative AI can drive significant organisational change, despite concerns around privacy, security and regulation.
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Three reasons contact centres are embracing Open CcaaS
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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uc
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crm
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cx
With exceptional CX now the norm, businesses are increasingly adopting Open CCaaS due to its focus on digital channels, support for AI innovation, and preference for best-of-breed applications.
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Emerging tech & monitoring gaps plaguing business compliance
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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uc
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apm
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risk & compliance
Veritas Technologies reports businesses are struggling to modernise their compliance monitoring, failing to routinely incorporate video and monitor off-channel communication, resulting in escalating non-compliance fines.
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£100m boost for UK's AI industry from Chancellor Hunt
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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data science
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ai
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cleantech
AI investment in the UL set to double with a £100m boost, targeting healthcare, environmental protection, and national security sectors.
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43% of enterprises investing in breakthrough GenAI technology, EY study reveals
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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data protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
EY's study confirms 43% of firms are investing in generative AI, placing it third in emerging technologies, with 80% developing proof-of-concept applications.
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New Zealanders' concern over online misinformation growing
Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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ai
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internetnz
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online safety
Growing concern over misleading online information grips 65% of New Zealanders, with women and the elderly expressing the greatest worries.
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BlackLine hires Sumit Johar as new global Chief Information Officer
Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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saas
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data analytics
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it automation
Digital finance transformation leader, BlackLine, appoints tech industry veteran Sumit Johar as new Chief Information Officer, leveraging his SaaS acumen and AI knowledge.
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Merkle's report underscores the power of personalisation in APAC
Thu, 8th Feb 2024
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cx
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data analytics
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martech
Merkle's new report, Customer Experience Imperatives, urges businesses to anticipate and respond to consumer needs as 85% of APAC consumers believe personalised recommendations shape their brand experiences, promoting loyalty and long-term relationships.
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Australia poised to maximise AI benefits with new risk-based approach
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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robots
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data analytics
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big data
Australia's Federal government's risk-based approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI) regulation is seen as a critical move for Australia's economy and societal growth, according to ACS.
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Aryaka seals deal with Cathay for global SASE deployment
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Cathay partners with Aryaka for a global SASE deployment, enhancing security and performance across its global sites.
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Cybersecurity tops UK, Irish tech investment priorities
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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digital transformation
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ai
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cleantech
Cybersecurity remains the top tech investment focus for the second consecutive year for UK and Irish firms, a Softcat report reveals.