United Kingdom (UK) stories
Over half of the UK's IT leaders lack faith in the government's ability to defend against cyber warfare, according to a new report by cybersecurity firm Armis.
UK retailer The Range partners with one of Europe's largest dropshipping platforms, Virtualstock, in a strategic move to elevate online sales and streamline operations.
Research reveals an 8% rise in sick leave within the professional, scientific and technical activities industry in 2023, according to Access PeopleHR.
Over 70% of UK firms struggle to utilise data effectively, with many hoarding it unanalyzed, hindering their transition to a data-driven model, new research suggests.
AI-backed financial intelligence platform, Bridgewise, secures $21m from its series A funding round led by SIX Group to fuel its global reach in securities analytics.
Keepit has launched two new data centres in Switzerland, offering secure, addressing the surging demand for Backup-as-a-Service and data recovery.
The 2024 FDICI reveals investor optimism bolstered by APAC markets, with Australia among the top FDI destinations, despite geopolitical tensions.
GitHub's Innovation Graph update shows a global increase in AI tools and exploration of lesser-known programming languages.
Safeguarding business interests, sustainability and creating cutting-edge experiences are three mobile access trends revolutionising the commercial real estate sector.
Evestico significantly boosts its Trusted Fulfilment Partner network, reaching all Top 10 global eCommerce markets, offering international businesses streamlined operations.
Global predictive maintenance market to hit USD $45.5 billion by 2032, driven by digitisation of industries and urbanisation trends, says Fact.MR.
Leeds-based Pentest People becomes the first firm to qualify as a Cyber Advisor under the NCSC's scheme, providing small to medium-sized UK organisations with NCSC-approved cybersecurity guidance.
Sharp UK partners with Gamma Communications to enhance telephony services in anticipation of the ISDN/PSTN switch-off, focusing on seamless transition to VoIP for clients.
Hokodo, London's European digital payment terms provider, secures GBP £100m debt facility from global investor Viola Credit to support over GBP £1.5bn in B2B transactions across Europe.
Westcon-Comstor partners with AudioCodes to enhance Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) and Contact Centre as a Service (CCaaS) offerings, aiming to boost recurring revenues for their partners.
Wolters Kluwer partners with BDO UK to simplify BEPS Pillar Two tax reporting compliance for multinational enterprises through CCH Integrator platform.
After the Glasgow Wonka scandal, one third of UK business leaders are backing away from AI tools, while over half consider implementing an AI code of conduct, according to a recent survey.
Ecommpay expands market reach in the UK and Europe, forecasting a 44% growth, by integrating Bacs and SEPA Direct Debit capabilities via GoCardless, enriching their payment suite for FinTech and eCommerce merchants.
UK business expenses surged 24% in FY 23/24, double the inflation rate peak, largely driven by increased costs in air travel, entertainment, and car hire, according to SAP Concur.
Embedded finance provider, Paynetics, acquires UK's leading impact neobank, Novus, to strengthen environmental, social, and governance objectives.
