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Centurion teams with Nexer for Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP
Digital Transformation

Centurion teams with Nexer for Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP

Centurion Safety Products has partnered with Nexer to implement Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP, aiming to modernise its digital operations with enhanced efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Workers cautious about AI despite increased utilisation
Software-as-a-Service

Workers cautious about AI despite increased utilisation

A new study reveals that while 58% of workers in the US and UK are using agentic AI, concerns over its quality and emotional intelligence remain high.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Digital Workforce appoints new CTO for AI advancement
Digital Transformation

Digital Workforce appoints new CTO for AI advancement

Digital Workforce has appointed Antti Karjalainen as Chief Technology Officer to spearhead advancements in enterprise AI agent technology, strengthening ties with Sema4.ai.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
DigiCert strengthens EMEA & APAC teams with new VPs
Data Protection

DigiCert strengthens EMEA & APAC teams with new VPs

DigiCert has appointed Paul Holt and James Cook as EMEA and APAC Group Vice Presidents respectively, aiming to enhance digital trust services across both regions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
68% fail in urgent vulnerability management: report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

68% fail in urgent vulnerability management: report

A recent Swimlane report reveals that 68% of organisations fail to tackle critical vulnerability within 24 hours, shedding light on severe challenges in cybersecurity management.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Guavapay marks 71% revenue growth in financial year 2024
Fintech

Guavapay marks 71% revenue growth in financial year 2024

London-based Guavapay has reported a remarkable 71% growth in annual revenue for 2024, driven by a larger customer base and staff expansion.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Chris Wilson named new finance chief at Ecommpay
Fintech

Chris Wilson named new finance chief at Ecommpay

Chris Wilson has been appointed Chief Financial Officer at payments platform Ecommpay, bringing a wealth of experience from the music and finance sectors.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Athelis Health Club cuts fraud by 90% with innovative approach to member access
Firewalls

Athelis Health Club cuts fraud by 90% with innovative approach to member access

Athelis Health Club in Warrington has remarkably cut membership fraud by 90% by implementing advanced facial recognition technology from i-PRO.

By i-PRO • 8 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025
Vectra AI launches global scholarship in AI & cyber
EduTech

Vectra AI launches global scholarship in AI & cyber

Vectra AI has unveiled the Vectra AI Scholars Program, offering scholarships and mentorship to inspire the next generation in AI and cybersecurity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries
Physical Security

Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries

Avast has launched its Secure Identity solution in 15 new countries, including the UK and Australia, in response to a surge in identity theft and data breaches.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Generative AI's environmental footprint concerns executives
Unified Communications

Generative AI's environmental footprint concerns executives

Capgemini's latest report highlights the significant environmental challenges of generative AI, revealing half of UK executives see a rise in greenhouse gas emissions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

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Stack Overflow Jobs expands across four European markets
Unified Communications

Stack Overflow Jobs expands across four European markets

Stack Overflow and Indeed have launched Stack Overflow Jobs in Europe, aiming to enhance developers' career opportunities in the UK, Germany, France, and the Netherlands.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Halcyon partners with Distology for UK ransomware fight
Ransomware

Halcyon partners with Distology for UK ransomware fight

Halcyon has expanded its Revolution Partner Program to the UK, teaming up with cybersecurity distributor Distology to bolster ransomware defences.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
UK unveils £14 billion AI plan with tech sector backing
Customer Experience

UK unveils £14 billion AI plan with tech sector backing

The UK aims to lead in artificial intelligence with a new AI Opportunities Action Plan and GBP £14 billion investment from tech firms to enhance various sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 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
OneAdvanced appoints new SVP for Managed IT Services role
Hybrid Cloud

OneAdvanced appoints new SVP for Managed IT Services role

OneAdvanced has appointed Alex Jeffery as Senior Vice President of Managed IT Services, enhancing its strategy for growth in the next three years.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Nu E Power considers acquiring Blu Dot Systems for CAD $4.59m
Clean technologies

Nu E Power considers acquiring Blu Dot Systems for CAD $4.59m

Nu E Power has announced plans to acquire Blu Dot Systems, exchanging 8,500,000 shares valued at CAD $0.54 each, as part of its renewable energy strategy.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
European cybersecurity market sees 2% growth in 2024
Software-as-a-Service

European cybersecurity market sees 2% growth in 2024

The European cybersecurity distribution market grew by 2% in 2024, with France leading at 12%, while Italy faced an 8% decline amid corruption issues.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025