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Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024
Malware

Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024

NCC Group's December 2024 threat report reveals a record 574 ransomware incidents, driven by new players like Funksec, signalling a turbulent cybersecurity landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Procurement in 2025: From 'should we try AI?' to 'When can we start?'
Data Analytics

Procurement in 2025: From 'should we try AI?' to 'When can we start?'

A Gartner survey reveals that 72% of procurement leaders are prioritising GenAI integration, marking a pivotal shift towards strategic decision-making.

By Keith Hausmann • 6 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
LambdaTest raises $38 million to enhance QA platform
DevOps

LambdaTest raises $38 million to enhance QA platform

LambdaTest has raised $38 million in funding, led by Avataar Ventures, to enhance its AI-driven QA solutions amid growing demand in software testing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
AWS enhances Amazon Q Developer with AI-driven features
Unified Communications

AWS enhances Amazon Q Developer with AI-driven features

Amazon Web Services unveils AI-driven enhancements to Amazon Q Developer, streamlining software development and boosting efficiency by up to 80%.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2024
BT enhances dashboard to monitor AI carbon emissions
Network Infrastructure

BT enhances dashboard to monitor AI carbon emissions

BT has enhanced its Carbon Network Dashboard, enabling businesses to track carbon emissions and energy use linked to AI applications and workloads.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
BT unveils Global Fabric platform to enhance AI connectivity
Software-as-a-Service

BT unveils Global Fabric platform to enhance AI connectivity

BT has launched its Global Fabric platform after extensive testing, aiming to enhance business connectivity and streamline access to cloud services.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024
ServiceNow boosts AI capabilities with Now Platform Xanadu
Unified Communications

ServiceNow boosts AI capabilities with Now Platform Xanadu

ServiceNow debuts Now Platform Xanadu with hundreds of new AI features, promising enhanced productivity in IT, customer service, HR, and procurement.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Hisense wins five EISA accolades for 2024-2025 period
Gaming

Hisense wins five EISA accolades for 2024-2025 period

Hisense clinches five EISA awards for 2024-2025, underscoring its dedication to innovation in visual and audio technology for a global audience.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024

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BT urges CNI to switch from copper to digital by 2025
Network Infrastructure

BT urges CNI to switch from copper to digital by 2025

BT is calling on UK's Critical National Infrastructure providers to shift from outdated analogue systems to digital by December 2025 to safeguard essential services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Qodea appoints Alan Paton as new CEO to drive growth
Data Analytics

Qodea appoints Alan Paton as new CEO to drive growth

Alan Paton has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Qodea, Europe's leading Google Cloud digital transformation partner, to drive further growth.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Caroline O'Connor joins Zayo Europe as Chief Legal Officer
Unified Communications

Caroline O'Connor joins Zayo Europe as Chief Legal Officer

Zayo Europe has announced the appointment of Caroline O'Connor as Chief Legal Officer, bolstering its executive team amid continued growth in the sector.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
ADLINK launches EMP-100, a compact fanless Mini PC
Digital Signage

ADLINK launches EMP-100, a compact fanless Mini PC

ADLINK Technology has launched the EMP-100, a compact fanless Mini PC designed for smart retail and industrial applications, supporting dual 4K displays.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024
Gallagher Security honours achievements at partner awards
Security industry

Gallagher Security honours achievements at partner awards

Gallagher Security honoured its UK and European Channel Partners at the annual awards ceremony held in Warwick, recognising excellence and commitment.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
LambdaTest secures USD $38m in funding for AI-Driven QA
DevOps

LambdaTest secures USD $38m in funding for AI-Driven QA

LambdaTest has secured USD $38 million in funding led by Avataar Ventures, bringing its total funding to USD $108 million to enhance AI-driven QA solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Will Kirk teams up with BT to digitise UK heritage firms
Robotics

Will Kirk teams up with BT to digitise UK heritage firms

Will Kirk has teamed up with BT to promote tech adoption among UK heritage businesses, as research reveals two-thirds value technology for tradition.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
BT introduces tools to ease net zero technology anxiety
Artificial Intelligence

BT introduces tools to ease net zero technology anxiety

New research from BT reveals that 72% of UK business leaders are stressed about meeting Net Zero targets, despite 56% feeling optimistic about sustainability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 sets EE traffic record
Gaming

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 sets EE traffic record

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has set a record for gaming traffic on EE and BT's broadband, with a 144% spike in Xbox Live traffic this launch.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Appsbroker rebrands as Qodea following successful merger
Artificial Intelligence

Appsbroker rebrands as Qodea following successful merger

Europe's Premier Google Cloud partner Appsbroker CTS rebrands as Qodea after last year's merger. Qodea focuses on security, data, and innovation for global brands.

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