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Wazoku & InnoMatch unite to link global & Chinese innovators

UK's Wazoku partners with China's InnoMatch to connect global firms with Chinese innovators via a vast network spanning startups, universities, and experts.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025

Hyperscale

Microsoft to enable in-country Copilot data processing by 2026

Microsoft will enable in-country data processing for Microsoft 365 Copilot interactions in 15 countries by 2026, enhancing control and regulatory compliance.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sat, 15th Nov 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Survey: Digital accessibility drives growth, revenue & innovation

New research reveals digital accessibility boosts growth, revenue and innovation, with 75% of firms reporting increased revenue from accessibility programmes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025

EduTech

US, Switzerland & UK best retain soft power amid AI surge

The US, Switzerland, and UK lead in retaining soft power despite AI advances, thanks to culture, education, and scientific achievement, a global study finds.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025

Risk & Compliance

Instagram posts fuel surge in money mule recruitment schemes

Nearly 24% of Instagram posts tagged as 'quick-money' offers are linked to money mule recruitment, posing major challenges for law enforcement and platforms.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025

Digital Transformation

Xero research shows small firms lag on AI

Research reveals many small businesses in Australia, the UK and US are cautious about AI, despite growing confidence and benefits like time savings.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025

Smart Cities

NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost global smart grid services

Australian IoT firm NNNCo has acquired PowerPilot to enhance smart grid monitoring across global electricity networks using AI and LoRaWAN technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber Security Bill aims to shield UK firms from GBP £2 billion losses

The UK's new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill targets protecting critical infrastructure and firms from cyberattacks causing GBP £2 billion in annual losses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025

Enterprise Resource Planning

Sage launches AI Trust Label to boost SMB confidence in AI

Sage launches AI Trust Label in US and UK, boosting SMB confidence by clarifying AI use and data ethics within Sage Intacct software.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

United Kingdom (UK) stories

Data Protection

SearchStax launches EU-focused managed search for compliance

SearchStax unveils managed Solr search on Google Cloud Data Boundary, ensuring data sovereignty and compliance with EU regulations for European firms.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025

Application Performance Monitoring

Compliance & education reshape influencer marketing in UK & EU

UK and EU influencer marketing evolves with stricter compliance and education, boosting transparency and professionalism amid rising regulatory demands.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025

Cartech

EV owners miss out on savings & green benefits amid tariff confusion

Many UK EV owners miss out on savings and true green benefits due to confusing tariffs, with some paying up to GBP £372 extra annually for charging at peak times.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025

Customer Experience

Tim Stollznow wins Pearcey award for MyVenue global success

Tim Stollznow wins the 2025 South Australian Pearcey Entrepreneur of the Year for leading MyVenue to global success in sports and entertainment POS software.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025

Fintech

Confusion & shame drive UK SME founders to abandon loans

Nearly 60% of UK SME founders abandon loan applications due to confusion and shame, worsening the GBP £65 billion funding gap and stalling business growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025

Fintech

Outdated IT & regulation slow UK banks' drive for AI adoption

UK banks face slow AI adoption due to outdated IT, data challenges, and regulatory uncertainty despite optimism about AI's future impact on finance.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025

Risk & Compliance

Kilo rebrands to target global wellness & beauty ventures

Kilo, formerly Kilo Health, rebrands to back global startups in wellness, beauty, and personal development with funding and operational expertise.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025

Digital Transformation

UK firms lose nearly one in five SaaS pounds to waste & risk

UK firms lose nearly one in five SaaS pounds to wasted or duplicate licences, with 63% facing uncontrolled adoption risking security and overspending.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025