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Banked acquires VibePay to drive global Pay by Bank use
Crypto

Banked acquires VibePay to drive global Pay by Bank use

Banked has acquired UK app VibePay to boost Pay by Bank with new incentives, expanding presence in UK, US, Australia, and accelerating global adoption.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Climb strikes global deal to distribute Unframe AI platform
Digital Transformation

Climb strikes global deal to distribute Unframe AI platform

Climb Channel Solutions UK partners with Unframe to expand access to its GBP £40m-backed AI platform, boosting AI adoption for UK and Irish businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Most firms failing audit standards due to poor workflows
Breach Prevention

Most firms failing audit standards due to poor workflows

Research by Swimlane reveals only 29% of organisations consistently meet compliance standards amid rising regulations and fragmented audit workflows.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Five startups win ABB's challenge with AI energy solutions
Unified Communications

Five startups win ABB's challenge with AI energy solutions

Five startups from Switzerland, Dublin, Canada, and the UK win ABB's 2025 Startup Challenge, each receiving USD $30,000 to develop AI energy solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Ipsotek appoints Dean Coleman as UK & Ireland Manager
Digital Entertainment

Ipsotek appoints Dean Coleman as UK & Ireland Manager

Ipsotek has appointed Dean Coleman as Country Manager for the UK and Ireland, aiming to bolster its presence and partnerships in the region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
NFL partners with NetApp to enhance data management
Data Analytics

NFL partners with NetApp to enhance data management

The NFL has announced a partnership with NetApp as its Official Intelligent Data Infrastructure partner, aiming to enhance operations and fan experiences globally.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
AI in education: Survey reveals optimism & concerns
EduTech

AI in education: Survey reveals optimism & concerns

Turnitin's latest survey reveals varied attitudes towards AI in education, with 78% positivity in Australia and New Zealand amid concerns about its overwhelming presence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Infosecurity Europe introduces SANS masterclasses 2025
Cloud Security

Infosecurity Europe introduces SANS masterclasses 2025

Infosecurity Europe has teamed up with SANS Institute to launch Masterclasses addressing cybersecurity skills gaps, scheduled for 3-5 June 2025 in London.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

United Kingdom (UK) stories

ClearCourse acquires Computers for Flooring in Welsh push
Digital Transformation

ClearCourse acquires Computers for Flooring in Welsh push

ClearCourse has acquired Cardiff-based Computers for Flooring, expanding its UK reach with software managing GBP £180m in flooring sales annually.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
UK accountancy inefficiencies cost sector GBP £5.3 billion
Digital Transformation

UK accountancy inefficiencies cost sector GBP £5.3 billion

Inefficiencies in UK accountancy firms, costing the sector GBP £5.3 billion annually, stem from outdated processes and low-value tasks, says Silverfin report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Tinder brings experimental AI dating game to UK iOS users
Artificial Intelligence

Tinder brings experimental AI dating game to UK iOS users

Tinder has launched The Game Game in the UK, an AI-powered chat experience letting users practise dating skills with GPT-4o on iOS devices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Gallagher Security reveals new future-focused solutions
Physical Security

Gallagher Security reveals new future-focused solutions

Gallagher Security showcased innovative products like QuickSwitch and Command Centre v9.30 at The Security Event 2025 in Birmingham's NEC.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Yondr opens new sustainable data centre in Slough campus
Clean technologies

Yondr opens new sustainable data centre in Slough campus

Yondr Group has activated the first 10MW phase of its new 30MW data centre on its 100MW London campus in Slough, advancing UK digital infrastructure.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
UK firms face rising cyberwarfare threats & GBP £14.2m costs
Ransomware

UK firms face rising cyberwarfare threats & GBP £14.2m costs

UK firms face soaring cyberwarfare threats, with Transport and Logistics hit hardest at GBP £14.2m average ransomware costs amid rising geopolitical tensions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Nutrivend selects Orderwise Cloud to boost online growth
Digital Transformation

Nutrivend selects Orderwise Cloud to boost online growth

Nutrivend adopts Forterro's Orderwise Cloud to boost online sales, streamline warehouse management, and enhance stock visibility across its UK sports nutrition network.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
Ecommpay urges merchants to bolster fraud prevention
Artificial Intelligence

Ecommpay urges merchants to bolster fraud prevention

Ecommpay has urged merchants to enhance their fraud prevention strategies as UK ticket fraud losses soared to GBP £9.8 million in 2024, up 47% from the previous year.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Peter Young appointed CEO at leading tech firm Reconeyez
Surveillance

Peter Young appointed CEO at leading tech firm Reconeyez

Peter Young has been appointed CEO of Reconeyez, set to drive the firm's global growth with innovative AI technology in security and surveillance.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025
Creatio appoints Whiting to boost European sales growth
Customer Relationship Management

Creatio appoints Whiting to boost European sales growth

Creatio has appointed Gareth Whiting as Senior Vice President of Sales in Europe to bolster its expansion, amid growing demand for AI-driven solutions.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Apr 2025