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Stephen dewitt

VEON partners with MindBridge on AI-driven audit shift

Sat, 31st Jan 2026
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VEON will use MindBridge AI to scrutinise all financial transactions in real time, replacing traditional sample-based internal audits.
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Black Kite launches global unified framework for third-party AI risk

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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risk & compliance
Black Kite has launched BK-GA3TM, a global unified AI risk framework to help firms assess third-party vendor threats amid evolving AI complexities worldwide.
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Hack The Box unveils Threat Range to boost SOC team resilience

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Hack The Box launches Threat Range, a team-focused cyber incident simulation platform to enhance SOC resilience against AI-driven cyber threats and complex attacks.
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ThoughtSpot joins Snowflake to launch open data semantics OSI

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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ThoughtSpot teams with Snowflake to launch the Open Semantic Interchange, an open source effort to standardise data semantics across platforms and tools.
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Cutting turnaround times without cutting corners

Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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Modern cloud-based LIMS streamline complex diagnostic workflows, cutting Next Generation Sequencing labs' turnaround times without compromising accuracy or safety.
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Hitachi Vantara expands VSP One SDS features on Google Cloud

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Hitachi Vantara enhances VSP One SDS on Google Cloud Marketplace, adding features like two-way replication to boost hybrid cloud data management and resilience.
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AI & automation boost value of retail analysts amid old hurdles

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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AI and automation boost retail analysts' roles and job satisfaction, but outdated data methods still hinder full benefits, says new Alteryx report.
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NetApp & NVIDIA join forces to streamline AI data management

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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storage
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data analytics
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digital transformation
NetApp and NVIDIA partner to integrate AI Data Platform into AIPod, enabling secure, scalable AI pipelines and enhanced data management for businesses.
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AvePoint unveils new central hub for managing data security

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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risk & compliance
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AvePoint has unveiled its Risk Posture Command Center within its Confidence Platform to simplify data security and risk management for organisations.
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AI investments rise but data readiness remains low, study reveals

Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Nasuni study reveals that 50% of businesses prioritise AI investment, yet only 20% believe their data is ready for AI applications, highlighting key challenges.
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Snowflake supports Apache Iceberg, enhancing data sharing

Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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Snowflake has unveiled full support for Apache Iceberg tables, enabling businesses to tap into enhanced analytics and secure data-sharing capabilities.
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CSA report aids mid-market firms in SaaS security strategy

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data protection
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The Cloud Security Alliance has released a report addressing SaaS complexities for mid-market organisations, revealing that many struggle with security amid limited resources.
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BlackLine launches Studio360 for real-time financial insights

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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cdp
BlackLine has launched Studio360, a platform aimed at providing finance professionals with real-time insights and enhancing operational efficiency.
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Connecty AI raises USD $1.8m to transform data management

Tue, 12th Nov 2024
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Connecty AI has secured USD $1.8 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its context-aware platform for simplifying enterprise data management complexities.
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Dynatrace unveils new AI-driven solutions for businesses

Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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Dynatrace has unveiled new solutions aimed at improving user experience and data insights, helping businesses navigate complex digital landscapes effectively.
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Elastic named Leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for observability

Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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Elastic has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Observability Platforms, recognising their advanced AI-driven solutions and cost-saving capabilities.
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CAST & LIRIS team up to revolutionise software visualisation

Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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data analytics
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CAST partners with LIRIS to develop cutting-edge algorithms for enhancing visualisation and analysis of complex software systems, aiming for more intuitive user interfaces.
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UK businesses struggling to fully harness their 'data brain'

Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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data management
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Over 70% of UK firms struggle to utilise data effectively, with many hoarding it unanalyzed, hindering their transition to a data-driven model, new research suggests.
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Dell integrates Intel Gaudi 3 AI Accelerator in PowerEdge servers

Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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network infrastructure
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Dell Technologies integrates the new Intel Gaudi 3 AI Accelerator into its PowerEdge XE9680 servers, offering tailored AI solutions and encouraging broader enterprise adoption.
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Unifying data lifecycle crucial for AI, says Cloudera

Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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A Cloudera survey found 90% of IT leaders view a unified data platform as critical for AI and analytics, amid challenges of data quality and system integration.