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Over half of organisations now have dedicated AI boards - Gartner
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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board of directors
A Gartner poll reveals that 55% of organisations have adopted an AI board, with 54% appointing an AI leader, yet only a minority hold CAIO titles.
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Survey reveals CFO-accountant divide on financial transformation
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ai
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collaboration
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cfo
A FloQast survey reveals 60% of accountants and CFOs don't prioritise financial transformation, highlighting a gap in understanding despite its critical role.
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UK cyber-attack exposes MoD vulnerabilities, China speculated
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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data protection
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cyber attacks
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european commission
A cyber-attack on the UK Ministry of Defence has sparked speculation about its source, with experts suggesting rival state involvement.
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UK IT leaders express dissatisfaction with cyber insurance options
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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threat intelligence
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it departments
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leadership
A Coalition study reveals 87.6% of UK's mid-sized business IT leaders have faced cyber-attacks, voicing concerns about current insurance offerings' efficacy.
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Microcare Systems boosts cash flow with Zumzum Financials
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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endpoint protection
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digital transformation
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martech
Microcare Systems has slashed costs and streamlined operations by adopting Zumzum Financials via Salesforce, boosting invoicing efficiency and cash flow significantly.
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Titans of Tech - Philip Rathle of Neo4j
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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genai
Philip Rathle's leadership at Neo4J has transformed the startup into a global leader in graph databases, pioneering innovation in connected data and AI.
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Telefónica Tech creates 20 jobs in major NI healthcare project
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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digitisation
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workforce management
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jobs
Telefónica Tech UK&I is bolstering Belfast’s workforce with 20 new jobs as it aids Northern Ireland’s rollout of the encompass health and social care record system.
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Mitel expands virtual care services to seven European countries
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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frost & sullivan
Mitel expands its Virtual Care and Collaboration Service to seven new European markets, including the UK, enhancing patient care with secure, seamless communication solutions.
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eflow Global launches EMIR Refit Readiness Audit ahead of deadline
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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digital transformation
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datacentre infrastructure
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risk & compliance
UK's eflow Global launches EMIR Refit Readiness Audit, providing firms complimentary consultations to prepare for the upcoming, stringent derivatives reporting rules.
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Leaseweb launches cost-effective Public Cloud service
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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firewalls
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data protection
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storage
Leaseweb has launched a cost-effective Public Cloud service that is 30% cheaper than competitors, offering flexible, transparent pricing and robust performance.
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Next generation of Getac F110 tablet: durability & upgrades
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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connectivity
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oil and gas
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utilities
Getac launches the next-gen F110 tablet with improved processing power, enhanced brightness, and robust connectivity, targeting defence, utilities, and more.
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Sovos & PwC Ireland form partnership to enhance e-invoicing
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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report
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digitisation
Sovos and PwC Ireland join forces to bolster e-invoicing and e-reporting solutions, aiming to streamline compliance in response to new EU mandates.
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The new way international politics could affect your life: cyber attacks
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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physical security
As global tensions rise, state-sponsored cyber attacks on critical infrastructure could disrupt daily life, from power cuts to stolen personal data.
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New Relic AI wins Breakthrough Award for innovative solution
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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devsecops
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application security
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software development
New Relic’s AI-powered observability platform has clinched the AI Breakthrough Award for Best Code Generative AI Solution.
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NTT DATA & Zebra partner to propel Private 5G adoption
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain systems
NTT DATA and Zebra Technologies form a strategic partnership to enhance 5G device innovation and drive the adoption of Private 5G networks.
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NetApp launches AI-driven ransomware protection for businesses
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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devops
NetApp rolls out AI-driven ransomware protection, boasting 99% detection and zero false positives, as ransomware attacks spike by 32%.
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Employers increasingly adopt AI for hiring, emphasize soft skills
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ai
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recruitment
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employee retention
Survey reveals 81% of employers are using AI-enhanced, skills-based hiring practices in 2024, bolstering efficiency and diversity.
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Vertiv launches eco-friendly Liebert PDX-PAM cooling units for EMEA
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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datacentre infrastructure
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cleantech
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vertiv
Vertiv debuts eco-friendly Liebert PDX-PAM units, using R513A refrigerant to significantly cut GWP by 70%, boosting data centre efficiency and sustainability.
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InMoment integrates generative AI for better customer insights
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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devops
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cx
InMoment integrates generative AI into its Conversational Intelligence, enhancing customer experience analytics by merging various feedback sources like contact centres, surveys, and social media.
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Experts stress urgent need for AI safety amid rising cyber threats
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ai
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disinformation campaigns
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uk government
Experts have underscored the urgency of addressing AI safety, particularly given its burgeoning use in cyber warfare. Alongside these discussions, the UK government launched the AI Safety Institute's new evaluation platform, Inspect, aimed at ensuring the safe innovation of AI models.