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Infinigate teams up with Auvik for cloud-based IT monitoring in UK & Ireland
Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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Infinigate partners with IT solutions provider, Auvik, to meet rising demand for cloud-based IT monitoring, becoming the first to offer Auvik's network solutions in the UK and Ireland.
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BT Group partners with Optiva for AI & blockchain integrated services
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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blockchain
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healthtech
UK telecoms giant, BT Group, launches AI and blockchain services in collaboration with cloud specialist, Optiva, targeting banking, healthcare and insurance sectors.
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CIBC finances Actionstep's acquisition of Soluno for legal tech move
Tue, 30th Jan 2024
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financing
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digitalisation
CIBC Innovation Banking funds global legal software firm Actionstep's acquisition of Soluno, marking a pivotal investment in digitalising legal firm workflows.
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St Michaels development in Manchester to receive 10Gbps business internet
Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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uc
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fibre
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telco
The £400m St Michaels development in Manchester will provide top-tier office space and luxury apartments with up to 10Gbps internet within 24 hours of installation, courtesy of Telcom's Preconnect service.
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Centerprise International holds esteemed place in UK public cloud frameworks
Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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digital transformation
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public cloud
Centerprise International has secured its place in two major UK public cloud frameworks - CCS Cloud Compute 2 and YPO Cloud Services, exemplifying its ongoing commitment to deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions to the public sector.
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Universal Partners launches inclusive FX Academy in London
Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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fintech
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forex
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qualifications
Universal Partners opens the FX Academy in Canary Wharf, a landmark initiative aimed at diversifying fintech by educating fresh talents without previous experience or qualifications.
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Distil.ai reveals UK shopping habits shift post-Christmas
Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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ecommerce
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bi
Analysis of shopping data by Distil.ai exhibits a surge in UK consumer spending post-Christmas, displacing Black Friday as the most profitable sales period and signalling a shift in habits.
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Hexaware & finova strengthen IT partnership for UK mortgage software
Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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In a bid to accelerate product rollout and bolster service offerings, Hexaware forms a strategic partnership with UK-based cloud software company, finova.
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50th graduate from DC designer pathway programme
Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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colocation
B&W Engineering, a global leader in data centre design, enrols its 50th graduate into their comprehensive Global Graduate Pathway Programme, paving a clear career path for new talent.
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Synergy Logistics appoints Chris White as new Head of Sales for EMEA
Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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partner programmes
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In a bid to fuel growth and expansion, warehouse tech pioneer Synergy Logistics appoints Chris White, a seasoned operations executive, as the new Head of Sales for EMEA region.
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AI predicted to boost global ransomware threat – NCSC
Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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threat intelligence
Artificial intelligence will heighten global ransomware threats, flowing from a surge in cyber attacks, according the UK's National Cyber Security Centre.
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Delinea appoints Matt Bruun as VP for Northern Europe
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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cybersecurity
Veteran sales leader Matt Bruun has been named Vice President (VP) for Northern Europe at privileged access management provider Delinea, set to enhance the company's regional presence.
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Egress & Make-A-Wish UK forge innovative tech partnership
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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edutech
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partner programmes
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charity
Cybersecurity firm Egress announces a partnership with Make-A-Wish UK, donating 23 computers and providing tech skills to boost the charity's digital infrastructure.
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Joseph Lyons officially takes over as CEO of ELMO Software
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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fintech
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financial systems
Joseph Lyons, former Managing Director of Xero APAC, takes the helm of ELMO Software as CEO, set to fast-track growth across its HR tech operations in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.
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IFS announces winners of 2023 Partner of the Year Awards
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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partner programmes
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awards
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hoist
IFS announces winners of its annual Partner of the Year Awards, honouring dedication and innovation among businesses globally, at a ceremony in London.
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UK firms unprepared for 2025 Public Switched Telephone Network shutdown
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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cx
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martech
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business continuity
Many UK businesses risk disruption, potentially unprepared for the 2025 switch-off of the Public Switched Telephone Network, despite the urgent need for migration to digital services.
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Alioth partners with Alibaba.com to boost European SMEs' global reach
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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saas
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power / energy
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cleantech
London-based consultancy, Alioth, has partnered with Alibaba.com to expand small and medium-sized European businesses' global footprints, leveraging online B2B marketplaces.
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Aryza acquires Oyster Bay Systems & Profile Data Services
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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digital transformation
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digitalisation
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integration
Aryza acquires Oyster Bay Systems and Profile Data Services to enhance its footprint within the UK and Europe's loan management landscape, offering seamless and integrated software solutions.
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Multinationals bracing for impact as OECD's BEPS Initiative rolls out
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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risk & compliance
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software development
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tax
Multinationals face a major shift with OECD's BEPS rules, with over 77% unprepared for the upcoming tax changes.
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UK landline digital switchover summons connectivity fears
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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government
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digital literacy
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connectivity
UK landline switchover to digital could jeopardise safety of 95% of those over 65, according to disability and elderly advocacy groups urging for delay until 2030.