Public Sector stories
LSE partners with Globality for AI-driven procurement boost
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The London School of Economics has partnered with Globality to enhance procurement efficiency using AI technology amid budget pressures in higher education.
Tech leaders support AI investment in UK Spring Statement
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The UK's recent Spring Statement has sparked enthusiasm among tech leaders, who back the Chancellor's GBP £3.25 billion investment in AI for public service efficiency.
UK Government to cut jobs, save GBP £2bn with AI use
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The UK Government's plan to cut civil service jobs and utilise AI aims to save over GBP £2 billion a year, sparking industry discussions on efficiency.
Databricks & Palantir partner to advance AI solutions
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Databricks and Palantir have joined forces to enhance AI solutions by merging their platforms, promising a streamlined, secure, and cost-effective data architecture.
Google to acquire Wiz in USD $32 billion cloud security deal
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data protection
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cloud security
Google has announced an all-cash acquisition of Wiz for USD $32 billion, aiming to enhance its cloud security and multicloud capabilities.
Unit4 reports cloud success & unveils new services tier
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Unit4 has announced fresh leadership changes and a new service tier, signalling strong demand for its cloud migration services and SaaS ERP solutions.
Hadean partners with Google Cloud to enhance spatial platform
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Hadean partners with Google Cloud to integrate AI models into its spatial computing platform, enhancing virtual simulations for disaster preparedness and urban planning.
AI integration in UK civil service garners expert reactions
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digital transformation
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Experts respond positively to the UK Government's move to integrate artificial intelligence into the civil service, highlighting the need for effective governance and quality data.
UK among top European nations for digital accessibility
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nexer digital
A new study by Nexer Digital ranks the UK among Europe's leaders in digital accessibility, highlighting the need for continued progress ahead of the 2025 deadline.
Infosys highlights AI's growing impact on global industries
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A new survey by Infosys Knowledge Institute reveals a significant shift towards scaled AI deployment across industries, driven by reduced costs and improved success rates.
Australian downtime costs climb to AUD $86 billion annually
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malware
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cloud security
Splunk's report reveals Australian firms could lose AUD $86 billion annually from unplanned downtime, raising concerns over cybersecurity resilience in the region.
Genetec unveils 2024 ANZ channel partner award winners
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physical security
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law enforcement
Genetec has revealed the winners of its 2024 channel partner awards for Australia and New Zealand at an event in Bali, celebrating top contributors in the sector.
Sovereign European Cloud API launched to boost autonomy
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digital transformation
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A new Sovereign European Cloud API has been launched by Aruba, IONOS, and Dynamo to enhance cloud interoperability and promote digital sovereignty across Europe.
Exclusive: CyberArk's Rahul Dubey discusses the future of identity security
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cloud security
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cyberark
In an exclusive interview, CyberArk's Rahul Dubey reveals the company's bold vision for revolutionising identity security across global sectors.
Databricks gains FedRAMP High authorisation on AWS GovCloud
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data analytics
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cybersecurity
Databricks has secured FedRAMP High authorisation for its Data Intelligence Platform on AWS GovCloud, enhancing data management capabilities for US federal agencies.
Oklahoma saves USD $10 million with process intelligence
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data analytics
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procurement
Oklahoma has saved over USD $10 million in its first year using the Celonis Process Intelligence platform, significantly improving state operations and taxpayer fund management.
Nintex appoints Sarah Visbeek as new general counsel
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software development
Nintex has appointed Sarah Visbeek as its new General Counsel, bringing over ten years of legal expertise to enhance its global AI-driven automation strategy.
Tech firms urge reform in public sector procurement focus
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A coalition of tech firms urges reform in public sector procurement, challenging the excessive focus on cost that undermines service quality and value.
Cyber incidents in IT sector surge, says Kaspersky report
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Kaspersky's latest report reveals a shift in high-severity cyber incidents in 2024, with IT facing the most crises, while government cases decline significantly.
DDoS attacks soar by 82% due to AI & IoT usage in 2024
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A report by Zayo Group reveals an 82% surge in DDoS attacks from 2023 to 2024, escalating from 90,000 to 165,000 incidents due to AI and IoT advancements.