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Trust fears stall AI projects at medium & large firms

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Trust concerns stall AI investment at medium and large firms, with data privacy, explainability and model transparency now outweighing regulatory uncertainty.
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Quickfire Digital named Shopify Platinum partner in Norwich

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Norwich agency Quickfire Digital lands Shopify's top partner tier, joining a small UK elite and gaining closer access to platform support.
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Diversity VC says certified firms boost team diversity

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Diversity VC marks a decade in venture capital with evidence certified firms are widening teams faster, as women's share on UK investment desks rises to 31%.
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Apex Computing wins third Microsoft Solutions Partner nod

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Manchester IT support firm Apex Computing lands a third Microsoft Solutions Partner designation after securing recognition for Microsoft Security.
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CIQ launches C3 compatibility catalogue for Rocky Linux

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CIQ unveils free C3 compatibility catalogue for Rocky Linux, giving vendors and enterprise buyers a three-tier way to verify support.
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UK SMEs prioritise data & AI over compliance digitisation

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UK SMEs turn to data and AI for 2026 digital spending, while compliance and certification languish at the bottom of investment plans.
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Barracuda overhauls BarracudaONE & partner programme

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Barracuda adds Google Workspace email protection, SecureEdge Access and AI security to BarracudaONE while unifying its global partner programme.
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Fime gains EMVCo recognition for biometric card tests

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Fime's EMEA lab wins EMVCo nod to test fingerprint sensors for biometric cards, supporting global roll-out of trusted contactless payments.
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TCS & Pearson launch AI-driven workforce upskilling push

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TCS and Pearson unveil multi-year AI learning alliance to help global employers close skills gaps and prove returns on technology investment.
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Alteryx unveils revamped Academy to boost AI skills

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data analytics
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Alteryx relaunches its Academy with personalised AI learning paths and new credentials as demand for analytics upskilling accelerates.
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ALL.SPACE Hydra wins Viasat GX nod for defence use

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ALL.SPACE's Hydra terminal secures Viasat GX defence certification and modem tie-up, boosting resilient Ka-band links in harsh theatres.
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Property sector seeks clarity on digital ID rules

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Property firms warn new UK digital ID rules still lack clear “confidence” levels, risking patchy compliance and confused procurement.
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A-LIGN opens London hub as EMEA AI compliance surges

Fri, 27th Feb 2026
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A-LIGN opens a London hub and boosts EMEA headcount 40% as demand surges for cybersecurity and AI compliance amid new EU regulations.
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Recare raises EUR €37m to expand hospital AI agent

Sat, 31st Jan 2026
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Berlin-based Recare secures EUR €37m to scale its hospital AI agent, boosting discharge workflows in Germany and driving global expansion.
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3DiVi maps global facial recognition trends to 2026

Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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3DiVi's 2026 report charts facial recognition's shift into core digital identity, mapping tech, regional maturity and policy risks worldwide.
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Autodesk expands free access to pro software for 150m global learners

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Autodesk now offers free professional software to over 150 million students worldwide, boosting skills in design, engineering, and AI to tackle talent shortages.
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SAICEC adopts Siemens PAVE360 to boost SDV validation in Asia

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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certification
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SAICEC is using Siemens PAVE360 software to create digital twins, speeding software-defined vehicle validation and cutting hardware redesign risks in Asia.
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Compliance & education reshape influencer marketing in UK & EU

Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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UK and EU influencer marketing evolves with stricter compliance and education, boosting transparency and professionalism amid rising regulatory demands.
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Mphasis unveils quantum tech for cyber defence & optimisation

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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storage
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digital transformation
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encryption
Mphasis launches two quantum tech solutions to boost enterprise cybersecurity and optimise complex decision-making for improved operational efficiency.
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Aryaka launches enhanced partner programme for EMEA & APAC

Thu, 16th Oct 2025
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Aryaka launches an enhanced partner programme in EMEA and APAC, boosting collaboration, onboarding, and resources for over 30 new distributors and VARs.