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Majority of UK CFOs require six-day week amid stress

A survey by AccountsIQ reveals that 85% of CFOs in the UK and Ireland feel a six-day work week is essential to manage financial responsibilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

Malware

Lineaje report reveals open source vulnerabilities rise

A new report by Lineaje reveals that over 95% of security vulnerabilities stem from open-source dependencies, highlighting critical risks for organisations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

Juniper Networks

Westcon-Comstor partners with Juniper to expand AWS sales

Westcon-Comstor has partnered with Juniper Networks to enhance growth opportunities for channel partners on AWS Marketplace across EMEA and APAC.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024

Extended Detection and Response

Logicalis UK&I appoints Anamaria Gibbons as marketing head

Logicalis UK&I has appointed Anamaria Gibbons as Marketing and Communications Director to strengthen its brand across the UK and Ireland.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

AI Ethics & Governance

Avanade advises mid-market firms to rethink AI strategies

Avanade is urging mid-market firms to rethink AI adoption, focusing on a people-centric approach amid concerns over job displacement and workplace dynamics.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

Digital Transformation

Infinigate & Cloudflare expand partnership across Europe

Infinigate is expanding its partnership with Cloudflare to cover multiple European regions, aiming to enhance cybersecurity services for clients.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber threats heighten with holiday sales here

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday in full swing, cyber threats loom large, urging consumers and retailers to bolster their online security against potential attacks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Customer Experience

Yuno introduces Mastercard's Click to Pay for clients

Yuno now offers Mastercard's Click to Pay, a secure checkout solution aimed at reducing cart abandonment and enhancing the eCommerce experience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Climb Channel Solutions Ireland partners with SolarWinds

Climb Channel Solutions Ireland has partnered with SolarWinds to enhance IT management solutions, aiming to boost their presence and revenue in Ireland.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024

Generative AI

Fivecast wins National Exporter Award for technology

Fivecast has clinched the National Australian Exporter Award for Advanced Technologies, marking a notable second win at the 62nd Australian Export Awards.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024

Stories from Other Regions

United Kingdom (UK) stories

Email Security

UK SMBs lose GBP £11,000 on average to online fraud in 2024

Research shows UK small and medium-sized businesses lost nearly GBP £11,000 each to online fraud in 2024, raising survival concerns among leaders.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

Storage

Wasabi expands UK data storage with IBM Cloud London centre

Wasabi Technologies expands its UK data storage by adding IBM Cloud's London data centre, boosting AI support and meeting evolving regulatory needs.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024

Data Protection

Kantar & LiveRamp expand partnership for ad targeting

Kantar and LiveRamp have broadened their partnership, enabling advertisers to better target online campaigns using Kantar's consumer data across key markets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024

Software-as-a-Service

SALESmanago acquires Leadoo to expand European presence

SALESmanago has acquired Leadoo to enhance its Customer Engagement Platform, aiming to solidify its presence in Europe's marketing technology sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024

Ransomware

Blue Yonder cyberattack exposes UK-US supply chain flaws

A ransomware attack on software provider Blue Yonder has disrupted supply chains for grocery retailers in the UK and US, highlighting security vulnerabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024

eCommerce

YouLend sees 30% rise in UK SME financing before Black Friday

YouLend has reported a 30% surge in financing applications from UK SMEs ahead of Black Friday 2024, driven by increased demand from ecommerce platforms.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024

Workplace culture

UK tech workers expect 20% wage rise to stay in roles

UK tech professionals are seeking a 20% pay rise to remain in their jobs, with 49% considering leaving for better compensation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

Disaster Recovery

Ransomware attack exposes retail vulnerabilities globally

A ransomware attack on Blue Yonder has disrupted supply chains for Morrisons and Sainsbury's, raising concerns over holiday vulnerabilities for retailers.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024

Marketing Technologies

Santander appoints dentsu for global SME trade platform

Santander has appointed dentsu to enhance its international growth platform for SMEs, targeting 45 markets over the next five years.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024

eCommerce

Brits prioritise practical gifts with Christmas spending

A recent ShipStation survey reveals UK consumers are shifting towards practical gifts for Christmas, with younger generations prioritising immediate utility.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 24th Nov 2024