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UK firms lag in cybersecurity confidence, study reveals

Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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Only 25% of UK businesses perceive themselves as cybersecurity leaders, highlighting tech connectivity's impact on performance and resilience.
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Trustwave highlights critical cyber threats to financial services

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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Trustwave's latest reports unveil growing cryptocurrency and ransomware threats in financial services, highlight the urgency of combating phishing-as-a-service and insider threats.
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AI reduces software development time by up to 50%, survey finds

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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A survey by OutSystems and KPMG reveals that AI adoption has cut development time by up to 50% for 75% of software executives, reshaping their roles.
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ServiceNow boosts AI capabilities with Now Platform Xanadu

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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ServiceNow debuts Now Platform Xanadu with hundreds of new AI features, promising enhanced productivity in IT, customer service, HR, and procurement.
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Tanium launches Automate to streamline IT tasks & boost ROI

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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Tanium unveils Tanium Automate to streamline real-time IT operations and security tasks, addressing skills shortages and aiming for a higher ROI.
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AI cuts development time by 50%, but concerns on job losses grow

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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AI is reshaping software development, with 75% of firms reporting up to 50% faster project completion. OutSystems and KPMG reveal ongoing challenges but foresee a bright future.
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Xalts & Tezos Foundation team up to boost RWA tokenization

Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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blockchain
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monetary authority of singapore
Xalts teams up with the Tezos Foundation to advance RWA tokenization in institutions, offering a comprehensive solution via its RWA Cloud on the Tezos blockchain.
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Moneybox partners with Aurum Solutions to automate reconciliations

Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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digital transformation
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investment
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automation
Moneybox has partnered with Aurum Solutions to automate its reconciliation processes amid a 43% growth in assets.
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Hexaware & Earnix partner to revolutionise insurance pricing

Wed, 4th Sep 2024
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Hexaware has teamed up with Earnix to enhance insurance pricing through advanced AI, aiming to improve strategies, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning.
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Okta boosts security with new identity management tools

Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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Okta has launched new identity management tools, including Identity Security Posture Management, aimed at enhancing security for financial services amid escalating cyber threats.
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Vultr & SQream partner to enhance cloud AI capabilities

Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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private cloud
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Vultr and SQream announce partnership to enhance cloud computing capabilities, aiming to support AI-driven enterprises in finance, healthcare, and telecom sectors.
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David Tuck joins Waracle as new CEO amid significant growth

Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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mobile apps
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financial services
David Tuck Takes Helm as Waracle CEO, Succeeding Chris Martin; Aims for Growth, Innovation in Data and AI. Waracle Recently Acquired Screenmedia.
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Waracle secures major contract with SP Energy Networks

Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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Scottish tech firm Waracle wins multi-million-pound contract to enhance SP Energy Networks' digital initiatives, boosting EV chargers and more.
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Finance sector lacking third-party risk plans despite DORA push

Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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risk & compliance
Only 20.8% of finance professionals have stressed exit plans with suppliers, despite DORA recommendations, highlighting a key vulnerability exposed by a recent CrowdStrike outage.
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Censornet launches module to simplify SMBs' cloud compliance

Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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risk & compliance
Censornet has unveiled its new Posture Management module, designed to enhance compliance and risk management for small and mid-sized businesses in the cloud.
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Financial services lead in global AI readiness, says GenAI report

Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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data privacy
Financial services lead in AI readiness, with 70% actively using AI, while the retail sector lags at 30%, according to GenAI's latest report.
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Fastly report shows 91% of cyberattacks target multiple firms

Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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fastly
Fastly's latest report reveals a staggering 91% of cyberattacks targeted multiple customers this quarter, up from 69% in 2023, indicating a rise in mass scanning techniques.
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Trustifi launches automated data loss prevention tool for MSPs

Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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Trustifi launches an automated DLP tool for MSPs, offering pre-configured rules to streamline email security across industries like healthcare and finance.
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Zayo report shows dramatic rise in DDoS attacks across Europe

Tue, 20th Aug 2024
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DDoS attacks surge 106% in six months, with average duration up 18%. Zayo highlights AI advances and geopolitical conflicts as key drivers.
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The impact of digital transformation on the financial services sector

Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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Digital transformation reshapes financial services, influencing recruitment and leveraging AI, automation, and cloud tech to meet evolving demands and mitigate risks.