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Rise in cyber risks targeting third-party vulnerabilities

Tue, 7th May 2024
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New report reveals a worrying concentration of cyber risks in just 15 vendors, underlining the global economy's vulnerability to third-party cyber threats.
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Code Institute unveils €250,000 Spring Scholarship for aspiring developers

Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
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Code Institute introduces a €250,000 Spring Scholarship Fund, aiming to remove financial barriers for aspiring software developers amid global economic difficulties.
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UK government launches £1.5m campaign to boost tech sector

Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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Tech Secretary Michelle Donelan announces a £1.5m government campaign to stimulate investment in UK science and technology startups.
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Generative AI and the rise of ‘AI-nxiety’

Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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'AI-nxiety' amongst tech professionals is prevalent, but generative AI presents an opportunity rather than a threat, potentially driving further innovation and efficiency within the industry.
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IWD 2024: The big risk of too few women in Aotearoa's tech sector

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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The scarcity of women in Aotearoa's tech sector, including cybersecurity, exacerbates risks of talent shortage, low productivity, staff turnover, and weaker business outcomes, experts warn.
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Cybersecurity is your defensive strategy, cyber resilience is your business

Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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In light of the massive cybersecurity breach impacting Ivanti solutions, firms are urged to embrace cyber resilience for business continuity, demonstrating greater fortitude against potential disruptions.
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Sovos appoints new VPs of sales for EMEA & LATAM regions

Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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Sovos bolsters key positions by appointing Elcim Sirek and Marcelo Souza as vice presidents of sales for the EMEA and LATAM regions.
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Maincubes plans largest data centre yet for hyperscale needs by 2027

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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maincubes, a top European data centre owner, plans to build its largest centre to date, FRA04, in Frankfurt's Rhine-Main Area, boasting a massive 40MW IT capacity and designed to meet rising needs for hyperscale and AI infrastructure.
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A new kind of PC is coming: From personal computer to innovation enabler

Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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Generative AI is transforming personal computers (PCs) from mere consumer technology to platforms for innovation, set to revolutionise the way we live and work.
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Global economy faces uncertainty amid AI disruption, survey reveals

Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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Survey ahead of World Economic Forum reveals geopolitical turmoil, financing conditions and AI disruption are set to create a year of global economic unpredictability.
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EY report highlights risks to renewable energy transition

Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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EY report warns energy transition towards renewables may be derailed by challenges and risks.
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Eagle Eye Group appoints first Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer

Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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Eagle Eye Group hires Jean-Matthieu Schertzer as its first Chief AI Officer, aiming to bolster AI-driven personalised retail promotions.
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Relevance AI secures AU$15M for AI workforce expansion

Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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Relevance AI bags AU$15M in Series A funding to help businesses build and democratise AI workforces across the globe.
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North Korea's illicit cryptocurrency theft fuels weapons program

Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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North Korea's state-sponsored cyberattacks are amassing billions in stolen cryptocurrency, funding up to half of the nation's missile program.
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Siemens & Intel to boost sustainability in semiconductor manufacturing

Tue, 5th Dec 2023
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Intel and Siemens AG partner together to advance sustainability and efficiency in semiconductor manufacturing using IoT solutions.
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Udemy reveals surge in AI training demand with first ChatGPT anniversary

Tue, 5th Dec 2023
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On its ChatGPT's first anniversary, Udemy reveals a vast 5,226% increase in demand for AI-related training in Q1 2023.
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Kingston Technology maintains SSD market leadership for the 6th year running

Fri, 24th Nov 2023
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Kingston Technology continues as global SSD market leader for six years in a row, holding 28% market share in 2022.
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Accenture to acquire New Zealand IT services provider Solnet

Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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Accenture is set to expand its cloud first capabilities in New Zealand with the acquisition of Wellington-based IT services provider Solnet.
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Australia's rise to prominence in the global ecommerce landscape

Mon, 20th Nov 2023
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Australia gains recognition as a leading force in the global ecommerce sector, bolstered by quick-to-market brands such as Geedup and Miss Amara.
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SafetyCulture unveils updated platform aiming to serve 100 million users by 2032

Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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SafetyCulture introduces an updated operations platform with ambitious plans to serve 100 million users by 2032.