Innovation stories - Page 12
UK lags in workplace AI adoption, survey reveals disparity
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A recent survey reveals that while 70% of UK respondents have embraced AI in daily life, only 44% utilise it in the workplace, lagging behind global averages.
UK banking sector most trusted despite low confidence
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The UK banking sector ranks as the most trusted for sharing personal data, yet just 51% of consumers show confidence, revealing significant generational divides.
Shipping industry urged to boost AI adoption for growth
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The global shipping industry is urged to adopt artificial intelligence to enhance productivity, with only 28% currently utilising the technology, warns Brian Hack.
SolarWinds acquired by Turn/River Capital for USD $4.4 billion
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Turn/River Capital has acquired SolarWinds for USD $4.4 billion, taking the company private and removing it from the New York Stock Exchange.
Jenny Decker joins Tempo as new Chief Financial Officer
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Tempo appoints Jenny Decker as new CFO, leveraging her 15+ years in SaaS to steer global finance and operations from San Francisco.
SmartBear appoints Kristine Hunt to lead global growth
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Kristine Hunt joins SmartBear as Senior VP of Growth Marketing, bringing 20+ years of SaaS expertise to boost global expansion and innovation.
Acronis stops 7.5 million cyberattacks as platform grows
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Acronis blocked over 7.5m cyberattacks last year, expanding its security tools and partner base, securing Champion status in Canalys's Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix.
Infor launches Velocity Suite to speed up business workflows
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Infor unveils Velocity Suite, a toolset using AI and automation to streamline business workflows and boost efficiency for diverse industries globally.
Quanton appoints Chris Wyman to lead Australia growth push
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Quanton appoints Chris Wyman as Head of Growth in Australia to boost AI and automation services, aiding businesses in saving five million hours annually.
AvePoint unveils new central hub for managing data security
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AvePoint has unveiled its Risk Posture Command Center within its Confidence Platform to simplify data security and risk management for organisations.
Tenable names Steve Vintz & Mark Thurmond as co-CEOs
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Tenable names Steve Vintz and Mark Thurmond permanent co-CEOs after leading as interim heads, driving growth and strategic initiatives.
SYSPRO appoints Leanne Taylor to drive global revenue growth
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SYSPRO appoints Leanne Taylor as Chief Revenue Officer to drive global growth and digital transformation following Advent International acquisition.
AMTA urges government to prioritise mobile network reforms
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The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association urges government action on spectrum, infrastructure and disaster resilience to bolster Australia's digital economy.
New Relic revamps partner programme with AI & incentives
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New Relic enhances its partner programme with financial incentives, AI training, and new certifications to boost enterprise growth and AI adoption worldwide.
Menulog launches AI Assistant to simplify food ordering
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Menulog has launched an AI Assistant in Australia to personalise food orders, recommend meals, and simplify dining choices via chat.
Virgin Atlantic launches AI apprenticeship for all staff
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Virgin Atlantic launches 'AI Champion' apprenticeship for all staff, boosting AI skills across roles with support from education tech firm Cambridge Spark.
Rural Queensland healthcare boosted as gamers unite to fund RFDS
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The Royal Flying Doctor Service in Queensland is engaging gamers to fundraise via streams, boosting emergency healthcare in rural communities through their May campaign.
ClearCourse acquires Computers for Flooring in Welsh push
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ClearCourse has acquired Cardiff-based Computers for Flooring, expanding its UK reach with software managing GBP £180m in flooring sales annually.
Amitabh Bachchan & Ganguly debut as AI holograms in India
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Proto unveils interactive AI holograms of Amitabh Bachchan and Sourav Ganguly in India, enhancing fan engagement and banking experiences.
Satellite IoT to transform South Australian resource monitoring
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South Australia's Kanyini satellite now uses Myriota's IoT payload to monitor water, soil, and agriculture remotely, boosting sustainability and efficiency.