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UK government drafts new law to regulate artificial intelligence
Large Language Models

UK government drafts new law to regulate artificial intelligence

In a move towards regulating AI, the UK government is expected to focus on bias and safety within emerging tech after prolonged deliberations. Details of the legislation remain undisclosed.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
UK IT leaders see transformative potential in generative AI, report finds
Unified Communications

UK IT leaders see transformative potential in generative AI, report finds

New Elastic study reveals nearly all (99%) UK IT decision makers believe generative AI can drive significant organisational change, despite concerns around privacy, security and regulation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Apr 2024
£100m boost for UK's AI industry from Chancellor Hunt
EduTech

£100m boost for UK's AI industry from Chancellor Hunt

AI investment in the UL set to double with a £100m boost, targeting healthcare, environmental protection, and national security sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
9/10 businesses set to invest in emerging tech despite risk
Artificial Intelligence

9/10 businesses set to invest in emerging tech despite risk

Adaptive AI, sustainable tech and neurotech are driving the rise in business adoption of new technology over next 12 months.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2023

Global Stories

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Three reasons contact centres are embracing Open CcaaS
Customer Relationship Management

Three reasons contact centres are embracing Open CcaaS

With exceptional CX now the norm, businesses are increasingly adopting Open CCaaS due to its focus on digital channels, support for AI innovation, and preference for best-of-breed applications.

By Martyn Riddle • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Emerging tech & monitoring gaps plaguing business compliance
Unified Communications

Emerging tech & monitoring gaps plaguing business compliance

Veritas Technologies reports businesses are struggling to modernise their compliance monitoring, failing to routinely incorporate video and monitor off-channel communication, resulting in escalating non-compliance fines.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
43% of enterprises investing in breakthrough GenAI technology, EY study reveals
Data Protection

43% of enterprises investing in breakthrough GenAI technology, EY study reveals

EY's study confirms 43% of firms are investing in generative AI, placing it third in emerging technologies, with 80% developing proof-of-concept applications.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
BlackLine hires Sumit Johar as new global Chief Information Officer
Software-as-a-Service

BlackLine hires Sumit Johar as new global Chief Information Officer

Digital finance transformation leader, BlackLine, appoints tech industry veteran Sumit Johar as new Chief Information Officer, leveraging his SaaS acumen and AI knowledge.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2024
Aryaka seals deal with Cathay for global SASE deployment
Unified Communications

Aryaka seals deal with Cathay for global SASE deployment

Cathay partners with Aryaka for a global SASE deployment, enhancing security and performance across its global sites.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023
Cybersecurity tops UK, Irish tech investment priorities
Digital Transformation

Cybersecurity tops UK, Irish tech investment priorities

Cybersecurity remains the top tech investment focus for the second consecutive year for UK and Irish firms, a Softcat report reveals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2023
Wiley Edge & Cisco team up to bridge tech skills gap for graduates
Data Science

Wiley Edge & Cisco team up to bridge tech skills gap for graduates

Wiley Edge partners with Cisco Networking Academy to provide graduates with crucial tech skills, addressing the industry's skills gap.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Nov 2023
Japan emerges as market leader in data centre construction costs
Hyperscale

Japan emerges as market leader in data centre construction costs

Japan tops the list for data centre construction costs, while Singapore leads in land expense in the Asia Pacific region. .

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Nov 2023
InterSystems expands startup program for digital health
Partner Programmes

InterSystems expands startup program for digital health

InterSystems, a creative data technology provider, welcomed eight new companies to the InterSystems Startup Program.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023

Stories from Other Regions

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How organisations can build a meaningful technology roadmap for success
Data Analytics

How organisations can build a meaningful technology roadmap for success

In an evolving market complex with technology choices, organisations need a robust technology roadmap to leverage digital solutions for operational success, stay competitive and meet growing customer expectations.

By Antoinette De Marco • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024
New Zealanders' concern over online misinformation growing
Artificial Intelligence

New Zealanders' concern over online misinformation growing

Growing concern over misleading online information grips 65% of New Zealanders, with women and the elderly expressing the greatest worries.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
Merkle's report underscores the power of personalisation in APAC
Data Analytics

Merkle's report underscores the power of personalisation in APAC

Merkle's new report, Customer Experience Imperatives, urges businesses to anticipate and respond to consumer needs as 85% of APAC consumers believe personalised recommendations shape their brand experiences, promoting loyalty and long-term relationships.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2024
Australia poised to maximise AI benefits with new risk-based approach
Robotics

Australia poised to maximise AI benefits with new risk-based approach

Australia's Federal government's risk-based approach to Artificial Intelligence (AI) regulation is seen as a critical move for Australia's economy and societal growth, according to ACS.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2024