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As mere 2p in every £1 invested in early-stage UK businesses goes to women, the IWD 2024 focus is on addressing the disparity in funding for female entrepreneurs.

On International Women's Day 2024, a female techie sheds light on her journey in the sector, underscoring the importance of empowerment and taking the path to success one day at a time.

Ahead of IWD 2024, the tech and fintech industries grapple with serious diversity issues despite women making up 42% of the workforce; inclusion and diversity could be the path to success.

As the International Women's Day 2024 approaches, UK tech industry veteran, Juliet Moran, criticises the education system for the continual underrepresentation of women in technology-related fields.

Exemplifying diversity on IWD 2024, increasing female leadership in businesses has been identified as an essential catalyst for innovation and growth.

In an AI-dominated era, inherent biases within such technologies remain a pervasive issue, highlighting the urgent need for fostering diversity among developers and leveraging AI to create equitable and inclusive tools.

NetApp bolsters UK business defences with the development of AI-enhanced cyber-resilience capabilities, designed for swift recovery from potential threats.

International Women's Day's 2024 'Inspire Inclusion' theme resonates within fintech facing a continuous struggle to promote female representation in senior roles.

The gender pay gap in the UK has widened to 14.5%, pushing the country to 17th place in the Women in Work Index.

The pandemic-associated rejection of cash is seen as accelerating the switch to a cashless economy, despite some resistance and concern over security.

The gender gap in tech sectors has seen a significant decrease over the past four years, according to a Financial Times report.

Keepit fortifies commitment to the UK, opening London-based headquarters and expanding local team, with industry veteran Jerry Mumford at the helm.

Danish brands, capitalising on a mix of authenticity, community and Hybrid Retail technology, are pioneering a 'retail revolution' in the UK, reshaping the shopping landscape.

In a strategic shift, UK supply chain partner, Wincanton, acquires the exclusive rights to use Zeus' digital freight management solutions, strengthening a tech-driven approach.

Warwick-based Gallagher Security has won the Outstanding Security Equipment Manufacturer Award for the second year at the 2024 OSPAs, recognised for its innovative approach to global security solutions.

Digital Realty allies with UK's Digital Futures Programme to groom young digital talent, aiding program expansion into Thames Valley schools.

Infinigate has launched DX Insights providing comprehensive digital experience management and optimisation for UK businesses.

The UK Secretary of State for Science and Technology launches free Digital Skills Bootcamps, aiming to create a tech-savvy generation.

UK sees a 10% hike in university computing applications from women, signalling the third consecutive year of growth.

E2e-assure partners with cyber security automation provider, Elasticito, aspiring to broaden Threat Detection and Response services to its growing Microsoft client portfolio in the UK.