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Multiverse raises USD $70m to expand AI training in Europe
Digital Transformation

Multiverse raises USD $70m to expand AI training in Europe

The London training group will use fresh capital to widen its European push as firms race to turn AI spending into productivity gains.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 2 days ago

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Gorilla inks post-quantum deal with CHELPIS Quantum
Data Protection

Gorilla inks post-quantum deal with CHELPIS Quantum

Customers in government, banking and infrastructure could soon get quantum-safe networking as Gorilla moves towards an April 2026 launch.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
Renewtech names Claudio Christensen Chief Executive
Data centers

Renewtech names Claudio Christensen Chief Executive

The refurbished IT hardware supplier will expand under Claudio Christensen as demand grows for cheaper, lower-waste enterprise technology across Europe.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Yesterday
Outer Hebrides cyber firm wins Scotland tech award
Supply Chain

Outer Hebrides cyber firm wins Scotland tech award

The award puts a remote island cyber specialist in the national spotlight as firms seek more help against rising attacks.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week
AdBlue market seen reaching USD $41.5 billion by 2033
Supply Chain

AdBlue market seen reaching USD $41.5 billion by 2033

Tighter emissions rules and diesel freight demand are expected to lift AdBlue sales to USD $41.5 billion by 2033, the report says.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
SecurEnvoy appoints Giuseppe Sesta to drive Western Europe
Data Protection

SecurEnvoy appoints Giuseppe Sesta to drive Western Europe

Tighter EU compliance rules are driving demand for access controls as the security supplier expands its regional sales push across Western Europe.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
First Focus acquires Optimus Systems in New Zealand
Data Protection

First Focus acquires Optimus Systems in New Zealand

Existing customers will keep their local teams as First Focus expands in New Zealand with a managed IT buyout adding cyber security and cloud services.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Cyacomb makes three hires to drive global expansion
Data Protection

Cyacomb makes three hires to drive global expansion

Rising demand for privacy-first digital triage tools is pushing the Edinburgh firm to expand its sales and customer support teams overseas.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
CMOs face pressure from poor internal decision design
Digital Transformation

CMOs face pressure from poor internal decision design

Chief marketing officers face pressure from fragmented structures and muddled accountability as The Marketing Society and Ekimetrics flag internal design flaws.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Rumblings launches AI platform for marketing decisions
Data Science

Rumblings launches AI platform for marketing decisions

The Australian startup is targeting a fast-growing market as marketing teams seek clearer guidance from data rather than more automated content.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • This month
Panasonic TOUGHBOOK launches ELEVATE partner programme
Partner Programmes

Panasonic TOUGHBOOK launches ELEVATE partner programme

Resellers across the UK and Ireland gain clearer pricing and deal protection as Panasonic TOUGHBOOK adds tiers, training and incentives.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • This month

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Remote expands payroll platform in Australia for AI
Fintech

Remote expands payroll platform in Australia for AI

Australian employers could ease cross-border payroll and compliance burdens as Remote broadens access to its platform for partners and AI agents.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Sovos opens Mumbai hub to expand APAC tax compliance
Digital Transformation

Sovos opens Mumbai hub to expand APAC tax compliance

The move gives customers local support as governments across Asia-Pacific tighten digital tax reporting and e-invoicing rules.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Southeast Asia eCommerce set for strong growth by 2029
Digital Transformation

Southeast Asia eCommerce set for strong growth by 2029

Digital payments are set to dominate regional online shopping by 2029 as the market races towards USD $289.8 billion, a study says.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
ZURU cuts product development to five months with AI
Manufacturing

ZURU cuts product development to five months with AI

That pace could help ZURU capture fleeting social media trends before rivals, as one product heads for USD $20 million in first-year sales.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
AgentSync launches AI-trained EAs for Australian founders
Artificial Intelligence

AgentSync launches AI-trained EAs for Australian founders

Founders could save up to AUD $70,000 per hire as the Australian talent provider targets busy chiefs with offshore AI-trained support.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Australian small businesses see AI boost jobs & revenue
Digital Transformation

Australian small businesses see AI boost jobs & revenue

Australian small firms are reporting higher revenue and hiring from AI, with regular use almost doubling in 18 months to 69%.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week