European Union (EU) stories - Page 4

EU AI Act prompts UK firms to adapt for seamless compliance
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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ai models
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data governance
As the EU AI Act takes effect, UK firms must quickly adapt to comply with new regulations, affecting sectors from technology to finance.

Experts weigh in on the complexities of the EU AI Act implementation
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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physical security
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ai models
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intellectual property
Experts are voicing concerns and insights as the EU AI Act, due to take effect on 1 August 2024, introduces new compliance challenges for the tech sector.

SentinelOne launches Singularity Cloud Security in the EU
Fri, 19th Jul 2024
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cloud security
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application security
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devsecops
SentinelOne has rolled out Singularity Cloud Native Security in the EU, hosted in Frankfurt, ensuring GDPR compliance and enhanced cloud protection for European firms.

Small UK businesses face cyber security challenges & solutions
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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data protection
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cybersecurity
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UK firms reported 2.39 million cybercrimes in 2023, with small businesses facing unique challenges. Markel Direct's Rob Rees outlines key strategies for protection.

Aston University sets world record in data transmission speed
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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edutech
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uc
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telco
Aston University researchers shatter data transmission speed record, reaching 402 terabits per second with advanced optical fibre technology.

Digital identity apps to hit 5.2bn installations by 2029
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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biometrics
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analyst report
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ux
A new study by Juniper Research predicts digital identity app installations will soar to 5.2 billion globally by 2029, driven by regulatory standards and biometric verification.

Sovos & PwC Ireland form partnership to enhance e-invoicing
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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pwc
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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.

RELEX Solutions unveils AI CO2 tool to aid retail sustainability
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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ai
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cleantech
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sustainability
RELEX Solutions has unveiled an AI-driven CO2 Analytics tool to help firms track and report CO2 emissions from purchased goods, aligning with new regulations.

Experts warn of escalating threats across European sports and travel sectors
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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mfa
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phishing
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physical security
Cyber-attacks on European sports websites surge by 59% in January and 66% in March, with threats extending to travel, airlines, entertainment, and betting sectors.

The Byte Channel & Arxanum ink deal for EU VAT services in ANZ
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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ecommerce
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byte channel
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arxanum
The Byte Channel partners with Arxanum to provide EU VAT compliance services to businesses in Australia and New Zealand, streamlining cross-border e-commerce.

Hetzner unveils new cloud server plans from EUR €3.79 per month
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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vpns
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api
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data privacy
Hetzner has unveiled four new shared vCPU cloud server plans, starting at EUR €3.79 per month, featuring Intel processors to cater to a variety of applications.

UK science superpower aspirations hindered by short-termism
Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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investment
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skills gap
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funding
A new report from the Council on Geostrategy criticises the UK's short-termism, hindering its science and tech ambitions, as a snap election looms.

Australia’s National Cybersecurity Act races against technological advancement
Mon, 3rd Jun 2024
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data protection
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
Australia's fragmented cybersecurity laws face overhaul as new National Cybersecurity Act aims to modernise protection against AI and quantum computing threats.

M-Cube debuts 'Green Signage' to cut energy use by half
Fri, 31st May 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
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sustainability
M-Cube has launched its 'Green Signage' protocol, promising to cut digital signage energy use by up to 50%, aligning with new EU sustainability regulations.

OpenSSF joins forces with Eclipse Foundation for EU CRA initiative
Fri, 24th May 2024
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cybersecurity
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digital infrastructure
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openssf
The Open Source Security Foundation partners with the Eclipse Foundation and others to shape the EU's Cyber Resilience Act, aiming to enhance software supply chain security.

New survey explores GDPR compliance benefits across Europe
Fri, 24th May 2024
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data protection
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
Piwik PRO's latest survey reveals that GDPR compliance boosts consumer trust and operational efficiency across the EU, with notable national differences.

Cybersecurity compliance remains a challenge amid new regulations
Thu, 23rd May 2024
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Regulations are reshaping cybersecurity strategies with 93% of organisations revising their approaches, while only 40% feel ready to meet new demands.

Xsolla report reveals video game industry trends & EU regulatory shifts
Fri, 17th May 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Xsolla's latest report spotlights game development trends, EU regulations favouring developers, and a 25% job growth prediction in the industry by 2032.

Outpayce, Amadeus's fintech, receives Spanish e-money licence
Mon, 6th May 2024
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fintech
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microsoft
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amadeus
Outpayce, fintech arm of Amadeus, is licensed by the Bank of Spain to offer regulated payment services and issue prepaid virtual cards, consolidating its position in Spain's e-money market.

Singaporean companies lead in adjusting to EU’s CSRD
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
Singaporean companies leading global transition in integrated financial and sustainability reporting, spurred by the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.