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FTSE AIM-100 firms lag on AI, with only 1% truly ready

Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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Only 1% of FTSE AIM-100 firms have AI embedded in core operations, as poor data governance and weak strategy stall wider adoption.
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Pennies celebrates 15 years & GBP £75 million raised for UK charities

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Pennies marks 15 years by raising GBP £75 million through micro-donations, aiding over 1,100 UK charities via digital checkouts.
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Debenhams Group rolls out AI for smarter stock & pricing

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Debenhams Group has adopted AI technology to enhance stock management and pricing decisions across its brands before the peak festive shopping season.
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Debenhams Group invests GBP £1.35m in AI Skills Academy for staff

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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Debenhams Group invests GBP £1.35m to launch AI Skills Academy, upskilling staff in AI to boost productivity and drive digital transformation across its brands.
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Debenhams Group adopts AI to optimise pricing & promotions

Sat, 14th Jun 2025
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Debenhams Group has adopted AI to optimise pricing and promotions across brands like PrettyLittleThing and Karen Millen, boosting margins and customer value.
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Pennies appoints Martin Newman to champion everyday giving

Thu, 29th May 2025
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Pennies appoints Martin Newman to champion everyday micro-donations, aiming to embed charitable giving into routine UK shopping experiences.