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Railway operators to invest $1.2 billion in 5G LTE by 2027

Railway operators are set to invest $1.2 billion in 5G LTE technology by 2027, marking a significant shift towards modern communication infrastructures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025

Supply Chain

Groyyo promotes Nitin Jain to Co-founder role

Groyyo has promoted Nitin Jain to Co-Founder, recognising his vital role in the company's rapid growth in international markets, particularly exports.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024

Marketing Technologies

YouTube tops list as most popular global side hustle

A study by Printful reveals YouTube content creation as the world's top side hustle, with a 189% rise in global searches and UK earnings averaging GBP £4,192.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024

EduTech

CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats

CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024

Ransomware

Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024

New research reveals the manufacturing sector was hit hardest by cyber attacks in Q3 2024, with 394 ransomware incidents accounting for 71% of all cases.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024

Human Capital Management

Kiwis take fewer leave days than Aussies & Brits

A new study shows New Zealand workers take an average of 14 leave days yearly, fewer than their Australian and British counterparts, raising wellbeing concerns.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024

Integration

Aryza & TransUnion unite for UK credit management

Aryza Group has partnered with TransUnion to enhance credit and debt management solutions across its platforms in the UK and Ireland.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024

Chief Financial Officer

Wildstone names Stuart Smith as new Chief Financial Officer

Wildstone has appointed Stuart Smith as its new Chief Financial Officer to oversee financial activities amid its international expansion efforts.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024

Cartech

Splend secures USD $300m to expand EV rideshare fleet

Splend has secured over USD $300 million to expand its zero-emissions rideshare fleet in Australia and the UK, aiming for 10,000 vehicles by 2025.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024

Clean technologies

AVK & Rolls-Royce see sales surge for HVO generators

AVK and Rolls-Royce have made significant strides in their net-zero goals, selling over 500 HVO-powered generators to the data centre sector in 2024.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

United Kingdom (UK) stories

Schools

IMP Software marks growth with staff changes & expansion

IMP Software closed 2024 with significant growth, now serving over 500 Multi-Academy Trusts and 5,000 schools, backed by key new appointments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2024

Data Privacy

8seats secures AUD $2m funding for global expansion plans

Messaging platform 8seats has raised AUD $2 million in seed funding to enhance workplace communication ahead of its 2025 public launch.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Kolsquare acquires Woomio to boost European market reach

Kolsquare has acquired Woomio to strengthen its foothold in Europe's influencer marketing sector, enhancing regional impact and service offerings.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2024

Unified Communications

M Group Services appoints Archie Norman as new Chairman

M Group Services has appointed Archie Norman as its new non-executive Chairman, bringing extensive experience from major British corporations.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024

Security Information and Event Management

UK CISOs face mounting stress, career changes imminent

UK Chief Information Security Officers are under growing stress, with 35% facing overwork and 23% actively seeking new job opportunities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2024

Digital Transformation

Enterprises expect revenue boost from CFO tech upgrades

Large enterprises are set to enhance revenue by 14% through CFO technology upgrades, driven by evolving roles and increased investment in digital tools.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024

Partner Programmes

CFOs to increase tech investment, boost £20M revenue

A new study reveals only 35% of CFOs feel their technology meets evolving demands, prompting plans for an 18% investment rise over five years.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024

Data governance

UK, France, and Belgium face AI integration hurdles

A recent survey reveals that IT leaders in the UK, France, and Belgium face significant challenges integrating AI, despite recognising its transformative potential.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024