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United Kingdom (UK) stories - Page 22

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NetApp pioneers AI-driven cyber-resilience capabilities
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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storage
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hybrid cloud
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ai
NetApp bolsters UK business defences with the development of AI-enhanced cyber-resilience capabilities, designed for swift recovery from potential threats.
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IWD 2024: How to 'Inspire Inclusion' in the world of Fintech
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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edutech
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community
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financial services
International Women's Day's 2024 'Inspire Inclusion' theme resonates within fintech facing a continuous struggle to promote female representation in senior roles.
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Pandemic propels UK towards cashless economy despite resistance
Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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biometrics
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martech
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commerce systems
The pandemic-associated rejection of cash is seen as accelerating the switch to a cashless economy, despite some resistance and concern over security.
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IWD 2024: Gender pay gap widening in the United Kingom
Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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oecd
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equality
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work-life balance
The gender pay gap in the UK has widened to 14.5%, pushing the country to 17th place in the Women in Work Index.
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Gender gap narrows in tech sectors across UK, EU & US
Tue, 5th Mar 2024
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ai
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software development
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organisational culture
The gender gap in tech sectors has seen a significant decrease over the past four years, according to a Financial Times report.
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Keepit opens London HQ to bolster SaaS data protection in UK
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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ransomware
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power / energy
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cleantech
Keepit fortifies commitment to the UK, opening London-based headquarters and expanding local team, with industry veteran Jerry Mumford at the helm.
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'Danish retail invasion' reshapes UK market with Hybrid Retail tech
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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deloitte
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community
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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.
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FranConnect bolsters position with RizePoint acquisition
Thu, 29th Feb 2024
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risk & compliance
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m&a
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integration
FranConnect enhances its position as a market leader by acquiring RizePoint, an international QMS provider, marking its third take-over in four years in its ongoing expansion strategy.
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Wincanton bags exclusive rights to Zeus's freight tech in UK, Ireland
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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cloud services
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strategy
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freightways
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.
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Gallagher Security wins top OSPA award for second year running
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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firewalls
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devops
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network security
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.
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Digital Realty partners with UK's Digital Futures Programme
Tue, 27th Feb 2024
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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dc
Digital Realty allies with UK's Digital Futures Programme to groom young digital talent, aiding program expansion into Thames Valley schools.
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Infinigate & Riverbed launch DX Insights service in the UK
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
Infinigate has launched DX Insights providing comprehensive digital experience management and optimisation for UK businesses.
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UK's ambitious Digital Skills Bootcamps lure young tech talent
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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it training
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martech
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cybersecurity
The UK Secretary of State for Science and Technology launches free Digital Skills Bootcamps, aiming to create a tech-savvy generation.
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UK sees 10% rise in female university computing applications
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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edutech
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ai
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generation z
UK sees a 10% hike in university computing applications from women, signalling the third consecutive year of growth.
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Elasticito announces strategic partnership with e2e-assure
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
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partner programmes
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.
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IPI becomes first UK Avaya partner with cloud specialisation accreditation
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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dr
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data analytics
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digital transformation
IPI, a London-based tech firm, becomes the first UK partner to receive Avaya's cloud specialisation accreditation, places the tech firm in a unique position to assist businesses transitioning to Avaya's cloud-based platform.
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Airtime Rewards appoints Annika Fuchs to spearhead international expansion
Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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loyalty programmes
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airtime rewards
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retailers
Airtime Rewards appoints Annika Fuchs, ex-Readly executive, as Head of International Expansion, aiming to replicate its UK success globally.
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Alibaba platforms boosts UK exports to China by 54% since 2019
Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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alibaba
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exports
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Alibaba Group's platforms have seen a 54% surge in UK exports to China since 2019, pointing to a robust demand for UK brands and the growing role of digital platforms in global business.
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VIRTUS Data Centres to build AI-ready campus in Buckinghamshire
Tue, 20th Feb 2024
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dei
VIRTUS Data Centres reveals plans for an AI-ready, sustainable data centre campus - equipped to deliver high-capacity data infrastructure.
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Telecoms industry's benefits most generous, says Vestd study
Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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martech
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search engines
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seo
Telecom sector leads in job benefits, according to a study by Vestd, amid reports that 70% of UK workers are considering changing jobs in 2024.