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Evestico expands fulfilment network to top 10 global eCommerce markets

Evestico significantly boosts its Trusted Fulfilment Partner network, reaching all Top 10 global eCommerce markets, offering international businesses streamlined operations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Predictive maintenance market set to reach USD $45.5bn by 2032

Global predictive maintenance market to hit USD $45.5 billion by 2032, driven by digitisation of industries and urbanisation trends, says Fact.MR.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024

DevOps

Zombie APIs: the resident evil in too many businesses

The unchecked use of Zombie APIs in businesses has underscored a rising cybersecurity threat, with attackers exploiting these neglected interfaces and costing firms up to $75bn annually.

By Matias Madou • 5 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024

Security industry

Brivo's 2024 report unveils trends in global security teams

Brivo's 'Top Global Security Trends (2024)' report unveils key changes in global security teams, including increased incorporation of new tech, the expanding role of the CSO, and anticipation of AI's influence.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024

Fintech

Paysend expands services with amplified Currencycloud partnership

Fintech firms Paysend and Currencycloud expand partnership, aiming to extend Paysend's global services and boost its foreign exchange capabilities, potentially benefiting customers worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024

Marketing Technologies

Report shines light on European B2B eCommerce flaws

Billie's B2B Checkout Report 2024 exposes gaps in cross-border commerce, inadequate payment methods and a lack of dedicated B2B checkout.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024

ISB Global

ISB Global records massive surge in revenue growth

UK waste management software provider ISB Global reports a significant 43% surge in revenue in 2023, driven by growth in its customer base.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Mar 2024

Financial Services

Visa & LemFi boost global money transfers in expansion deal

Visa Cross-Border Solutions teams up with UK payments firm LemFi in global expansion, extending their reach to new markets like China, India and Pakistan.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Mar 2024

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Unified Communications

Westcon announces expanded partnership with AudioCodes for UCaaS provision

Westcon-Comstor partners with AudioCodes to enhance Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) and Contact Centre as a Service (CCaaS) offerings, aiming to boost recurring revenues for their partners.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024

Risk & Compliance

Mastering BEPS Pillar Two: Streamlining tax compliance with CCH Integrator

Wolters Kluwer partners with BDO UK to simplify BEPS Pillar Two tax reporting compliance for multinational enterprises through CCH Integrator platform.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024

Data Privacy

Glasgow Wonka scandal sparks UK firms' rethink on AI use

After the Glasgow Wonka scandal, one third of UK business leaders are backing away from AI tools, while over half consider implementing an AI code of conduct, according to a recent survey.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024

Fintech

Ecommpay incorporates Bacs & SEPA Direct Debit via GoCardless alliance

Ecommpay expands market reach in the UK and Europe, forecasting a 44% growth, by integrating Bacs and SEPA Direct Debit capabilities via GoCardless, enriching their payment suite for FinTech and eCommerce merchants.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024

SAP

UK business expenses surge 24% due to inflation, says SAP Concur

UK business expenses surged 24% in FY 23/24, double the inflation rate peak, largely driven by increased costs in air travel, entertainment, and car hire, according to SAP Concur.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2024

Clean technologies

Paynetics acquires Novus in sustainability-focused finance shift

Embedded finance provider, Paynetics, acquires UK's leading impact neobank, Novus, to strengthen environmental, social, and governance objectives.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2024

Customer Experience

ShipStation boosts retailers with major platform upgrades

ShipStation unveils a suite of features for Australian retailers, including Checkout Rates and Custom Labels, to bolster operational efficiency amidst rising eCommerce demands.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

AI-powered localised scams on the rise, banking fraud trend takes off

BioCatch warns of increasing trend of fraudsters using AI to personalise scams across Europe, with digital fraud and financial crime escalating. Meanwhile, the UK sees notable drop in voice scams.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

AI-based cyber threats amongst top concerns for C-suite

30% of C-level executives consider AI-led cyber threats their top concern, prompting an uptick in cybersecurity hiring and investment in preventative measures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024

Cybersecurity

Pentest People achieve Assured Service Provider status for NCSC CIE scheme

UK cybersecurity firm, Pentest People, gains recognition as an Assured Service Provider under the National Cyber Security Centre's new scheme, boosting cyber incident response resilience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024