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Civo unveils AI assistant relaxAI, focusing on data privacy
Data Privacy

Civo unveils AI assistant relaxAI, focusing on data privacy

Civo has introduced relaxAI, a new AI assistant prioritising data privacy and powered by renewable energy, starting at GBP £10 per month.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
British firms grapple with outdated finance technology
Accounts payable

British firms grapple with outdated finance technology

New research reveals that 55% of British finance departments still rely on outdated OCR technology, causing productivity and accuracy issues.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Ciphr launches innovative cloud-based payroll software
Digital Transformation

Ciphr launches innovative cloud-based payroll software

Ciphr has launched its new cloud-based payroll software, Ciphr payroll, designed to streamline processes for UK businesses and reduce manual tasks.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025

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DDoS attacks surge by 82% as IoT & AI fuel threats
Software-as-a-Service

DDoS attacks surge by 82% as IoT & AI fuel threats

DDoS attacks have surged by 82% in a year, with 165,000 incidents reported in 2024, driven largely by IoT devices and AI advancements.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Over 75% of firms faced FX losses without hedging in 2024
EduTech

Over 75% of firms faced FX losses without hedging in 2024

Research by MillTechFX reveals that over 75% of firms faced losses from unhedged foreign exchange risks in 2024, prompting strategic adjustments in hedging.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Tech risks dominate finance compliance, eflow survey finds
Data Analytics

Tech risks dominate finance compliance, eflow survey finds

A survey by eflow Global reveals 64% of finance executives see technology-driven risks, especially AI, as key compliance challenges for 2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sat, 22nd Feb 2025
Healthcare tops data breach incidents in 2024, surpassing finance
Ransomware

Healthcare tops data breach incidents in 2024, surpassing finance

Kroll's latest report reveals the healthcare sector was the most targeted by data breaches in 2024, accounting for 23% of all incidents, surpassing finance.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
QuSecure raises USD $28 million to boost quantum security
Quantum Computing

QuSecure raises USD $28 million to boost quantum security

QuSecure has successfully raised USD $28 million in a Series A funding round aimed at bolstering its post-quantum cryptography solutions and client expansion.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
AI agents revolutionising life across multiple sectors
Internet of Things

AI agents revolutionising life across multiple sectors

AI agents are set to transform daily life across sectors, optimising everything from smart homes to personalised shopping, according to Raphael Allstadt.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
SAP partners with Databricks to launch Business Data Cloud
Supply Chain

SAP partners with Databricks to launch Business Data Cloud

SAP has launched its Business Data Cloud alongside Databricks, aiming to unify enterprise data to enhance decision-making and accelerate AI initiatives.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Oracle NetSuite unveils AI tools for Australia, NZ firms
Human Capital Management

Oracle NetSuite unveils AI tools for Australia, NZ firms

Oracle NetSuite has unveiled new generative AI features aimed at boosting operational efficiency for businesses across Australia and New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings
Malware

Fortra's 2025 cybersecurity survey: key risk findings

Fortra's newly released 2025 cybersecurity survey reveals evolving threats, with 83% of professionals citing phishing as their top concern, alongside rising worries over AI.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Monday.com launches AI enterprise service management tool
Human Capital Management

Monday.com launches AI enterprise service management tool

monday.com has launched its AI-driven Enterprise Service Management platform, monday service, to enhance operational efficiency for businesses across departments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Cyber threats to Microsoft 365 via HTTP client tools surge
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber threats to Microsoft 365 via HTTP client tools surge

A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
AI & process intelligence vital for business leaders
Digital Transformation

AI & process intelligence vital for business leaders

A new report by Celonis reveals that 89% of business leaders believe AI must integrate with Process Intelligence to optimise operational efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Yavrio raises USD $2.4m to streamline ERP systems
Digital Transformation

Yavrio raises USD $2.4m to streamline ERP systems

Yavrio, a fintech firm in London, has raised USD $2.4 million in seed funding to transform ERP systems by eliminating error-prone CSV file imports.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Sat, 1st Feb 2025
Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors
Malware

Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors

ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a staggering 32% rise in ransomware cases targeting finance and insurance firms, with attackers moving significantly faster in 2024.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

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