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Resilience stories

UK public sector faces AI security & budget hurdles
Digital Transformation

UK public sector faces AI security & budget hurdles

A new report by SolarWinds reveals critical cybersecurity concerns among UK public sector IT leaders, with budget constraints and staff training identified as major challenges.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
European travel sector faces payment system inefficiencies
Fintech

European travel sector faces payment system inefficiencies

A new study by Modulr reveals that 96% of European travel leaders find their payment systems inadequate, leading to inefficiencies and wasted time.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
Yooz & Touchstone partner to integrate AP automation
Endpoint Protection

Yooz & Touchstone partner to integrate AP automation

Yooz has partnered with Touchstone FMS to enhance accounts payable automation, aiming to help UK businesses navigate rising costs and regulatory changes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Akamai named national ambassador to boost UK SME security
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Akamai named national ambassador to boost UK SME security

Akamai Technologies has been appointed as a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, aiming to boost cyber resilience among UK SMEs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Valentine's Day spend rises 69% despite budget concerns
eCommerce

Valentine's Day spend rises 69% despite budget concerns

Valentine's Day spending in the UK surged by 69.2% in 2025, driven by a rise in budget-friendly gifting and a growing trend for locally crafted presents.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Vertiv partners with Oxigen for Spain's largest data centre
EduTech

Vertiv partners with Oxigen for Spain's largest data centre

Vertiv has partnered with Oxigen to create Spain's largest data centre in Sant Cugat del Vallès, spanning 6,000 square metres and optimised for energy efficiency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity
Data Protection

Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity

The UK government proposes banning ransomware payments by public sector bodies, yet experts warn that proactive data protection strategies are essential to combat cyber threats.

By Simon Pamplin • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025

Global Stories

Resilience stories

How to enhance the efficiency and innovation of your organisation within budget
Digital Transformation

How to enhance the efficiency and innovation of your organisation within budget

Digital transformation is vital for organisations to boost efficiency and innovation, with strategic cloud migration and technology integration seen as key priorities.

By John Harding • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Nozomi Networks named Leader in Gartner's 2025 Quadrant
IoT Security

Nozomi Networks named Leader in Gartner's 2025 Quadrant

Nozomi Networks has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, marking a significant achievement in cyber-physical security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Veeam adds Hyper-V support to data platform premium edition
Virtualisation

Veeam adds Hyper-V support to data platform premium edition

Veeam Software has unveiled orchestration features for Microsoft Hyper-V within its Data Platform Premium, enhancing disaster recovery and migration processes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Multicloud reshapes cloud strategies in Australia & NZ
Virtualisation

Multicloud reshapes cloud strategies in Australia & NZ

Research from Forrester reveals that 90% of Australian firms are embracing multicloud strategies to optimise their cloud investments amid economic challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
LRN report reveals gaps in global ethics programmes
Unified Communications

LRN report reveals gaps in global ethics programmes

LRN Corporation has unveiled its 2025 Ethics and Compliance Program Effectiveness Report, revealing significant discrepancies in global compliance efforts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
CDC secures AUD $17 billion valuation in ownership deal
EduTech

CDC secures AUD $17 billion valuation in ownership deal

A landmark ownership deal has secured CDC's AUD $17 billion valuation, ensuring its sovereign status while enabling significant growth in data centre operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2025
How purpose-built AI transforms CX strategies
Unified Communications

How purpose-built AI transforms CX strategies

Advanced AI technology is revolutionising customer experience strategies, enabling organisations to tailor services and boost efficiency in competitive markets.

By Rod Lester • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
Barracuda reports fourfold rise in ransomware threats 2024
Firewalls

Barracuda reports fourfold rise in ransomware threats 2024

A report by Barracuda Networks reveals a staggering fourfold rise in ransomware threats in 2024, driven by the proliferation of Ransomware-as-a-Service platforms.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Resilience stories

Singapore Budget 2025 boosts AI with $150m investment
Cloud Security

Singapore Budget 2025 boosts AI with $150m investment

The Singapore Budget 2025 pledges $3 million to the National Productivity Fund, boosting AI adoption to enhance business competitiveness and innovation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
How CFOs can protect shareholder value when a crisis hits
Supply Chain

How CFOs can protect shareholder value when a crisis hits

CFOs are increasingly tasked with safeguarding shareholder value during crises, requiring effective communication to maintain confidence amidst uncertainty.

By Mark Devlin • 6 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025