Small Business (SMB) stories - Page 4

Most firms suffered AI-linked cyber incidents last year, yet many still rate their security as above average amid a widening skills gap.

Self-gifting and friend-gifting are reshaping UK Valentine’s Day, lifting total spending to GBP £2.1 billion, Flowwow data shows.

Doorly secures GBP £600,000 to accelerate its shift from barber-booking app to nationwide on-demand home services marketplace.

As most ransomware strikes after hours, small firms face a costly 3 AM security gap that only round-the-clock MDR can realistically close.

ANZ deploys AI-powered Salesforce CRM across business bank, promising faster service, streamlined workflows and time savings for frontline staff.

Mastercard launches Next Gen fleet payments in Asia Pacific, unifying fuel, EV charging and mobility spend with tighter data controls.

A global “shadow DNS” campaign is hijacking vulnerable Wi‑Fi routers, silently rerouting users’ web traffic towards scams and malware.

SME Bank turns to Flagright’s AI-native platform for real-time AML monitoring and watchlist screening as it scales across northern Europe.

Genstore launches AI-driven eCommerce platform promising end-to-end shop automation, after beta users processed USD $2.3 million in sales.

CyberFOX secures nine-figure backing from Level Equity and Radian to scale MSP-focused security tools, AI projects and global expansion.

Lydian app lets Clover merchants accept crypto from 300+ digital assets at checkout while still being settled in local fiat currency.

After losing his job, David Owasi grew OutreachGenius into an AI call-handler for trades - and now has his sights set on space technology.

Sky Business launches SIM-only SME mobile plans with rolled-over data to curb FORO fears and average annual losses of GBP £3,400.

UK tech, IT and telecoms leaders grow bolder on risk, eye private equity backing and global expansion despite rising cost pressures.

Point74 unveils Pro PLM platform to help UK food manufacturers ditch spreadsheets, centralise recipes and tighten control of margins.

Most senior UK cyber staff fear they could be sacked over a breach, as new research reveals soaring stress, burnout and blame culture.

Pax8 joins the UK Government’s AI Skills Boost as a Strategic Partner, aiming to help train 10 million workers in practical AI by 2030.

Dext debuts Payments, letting UK Xero users pay suppliers and expenses inside its platform after a beta that processed GBP £800,000.

Avanade has appointed Chris Howarth as CEO, succeeding Rodrigo Caserta, who departs after 11 years to lead SME and channel for Microsoft.

Sage adds AI copilots, finance automation and supply chain intelligence to Sage X3, promising faster insight for mid-sized firms.