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Tether secures $1.5m to expand tech operations globally
Power / Energy

Tether secures $1.5m to expand tech operations globally

Tether has secured GBP $1.5 million funding to expand into Australia, the UK, and Europe, set to deploy its 10,000th sensor.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation
Health Technologies

OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation

OVHcloud reveals plans for its innovative recycled datacentres, repurposing sites like old aluminium plants and a former NSA base as part of its green initiative.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Australia ranks fourth in global AI optimism league, says IFS research
Unified Communications

Australia ranks fourth in global AI optimism league, says IFS research

Australia ranks fourth globally in AI optimism, surpassing the USA and UK, says a new IFS study. Skill investment drives positivity towards AI adoption.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Digital transformation in utilities hampered by leadership conflict
Data Analytics

Digital transformation in utilities hampered by leadership conflict

A new IFS study shows only 20% of utilities firms have completed digital transformation, despite AI being a top priority.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Study: AI adoption surges in high-growth supply chain sectors
Supply Chain

Study: AI adoption surges in high-growth supply chain sectors

Nearly half of companies in manufacturing, logistics, and retail view escalating costs as their main supply chain challenge, a study by Epicor and Nucleus Research reveals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Labour stresses tech adoption in housing to tackle worker gap
Unified Communications

Labour stresses tech adoption in housing to tackle worker gap

A new report underscores the urgent need for tech adoption in UK construction to tackle worker shortages and meet ambitious project targets.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Xero launches SGD $630,000 fund to support small businesses
Fintech

Xero launches SGD $630,000 fund to support small businesses

Xero has launched the second Xero Beautiful Business Fund to help small businesses and non-profits with their expansion plans.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Xero relaunches Beautiful Business Fund for 2024 with NZD $750k
Fintech

Xero relaunches Beautiful Business Fund for 2024 with NZD $750k

Xero's Beautiful Business Fund returns in 2024, offering over NZD $750,000 in funding to support small businesses and nonprofits globally in four key categories.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024

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UK tech SMEs face financial hurdles but remain optimistic
Crowdfunding

UK tech SMEs face financial hurdles but remain optimistic

A Dojo report reveals that despite financial pressures, 79% of UK tech SMEs expect revenue and profit growth in 2024, backed by average borrowing of GBP £95,000.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Australian businesses face infrastructure challenges with Gen AI
Network Infrastructure

Australian businesses face infrastructure challenges with Gen AI

A new survey by Console Connect highlights that rapid adoption of generative AI could strain existing infrastructure, with Australian firms facing the most concern.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Report reveals global struggles in vulnerability response
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Report reveals global struggles in vulnerability response

A new Intigriti report reveals that 75% of firms worldwide fail to address critical vulnerabilities within 24 hours, risking severe repercussions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2024
Peter Birks appointed new CEO of Velstar, succeeds Dan Sheard
Digital footprint

Peter Birks appointed new CEO of Velstar, succeeds Dan Sheard

Peter Birks has been named CEO of Velstar, with founder Dan Sheard transitioning to focus on growth and partnerships. Velstar projects a revenue of GBP £10 million for 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Salus Ventures 'delighted' with Archie Judd's appointment
Artificial Intelligence

Salus Ventures 'delighted' with Archie Judd's appointment

Salus Ventures has appointed Archie Judd to bolster its investment team, enhancing Australia's national resilience through deep technology.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Tolley launches Tolley+ AI to transform UK tax practice
Encryption

Tolley launches Tolley+ AI to transform UK tax practice

Tolley unveils Tolley+ AI, a generative AI tool set to revolutionise UK tax practice, as a new report highlights sweeping AI adoption and lingering ethical concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Millennials most likely to quit jobs despite regular manager talks
Artificial Intelligence

Millennials most likely to quit jobs despite regular manager talks

A new report highlights a growing disconnect between UK employees and employers, with Millennials feeling most unsupported.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
MedUX report: BT leads UK in broadband Quality of Experience
Gaming

MedUX report: BT leads UK in broadband Quality of Experience

BT tops MedUX's inaugural UK benchmark report, leading in overall broadband Quality of Experience with high scores for reliability, speed, and streaming.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
ShipStation unveils new features to boost UK eCommerce efficiency
eCommerce

ShipStation unveils new features to boost UK eCommerce efficiency

ShipStation unveils a suite of tools to aid UK online businesses with order fulfilment, featuring inventory sync, deliver-by dates, and enhanced international shipping options.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024