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Consumer concern over posthumous digital identity theft grows

A Kaspersky survey reveals 61% of consumers fear posthumous digital identity theft, highlighting ethical concerns and privacy issues in the digital age.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

Entrepreneur

Global survey reveals top sectors for aspiring entrepreneurs

A global survey reveals clothing stores, bakeries, software firms, and farms as the top ventures for aspiring entrepreneurs, highlighting diverse opportunities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024

Fintech

Xero launches SGD $630,000 fund to support small businesses

Xero has launched the second Xero Beautiful Business Fund to help small businesses and non-profits with their expansion plans.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024

Fintech

Xero relaunches Beautiful Business Fund for 2024 with NZD $750k

Xero's Beautiful Business Fund returns in 2024, offering over NZD $750,000 in funding to support small businesses and nonprofits globally in four key categories.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024

Data Analytics

Westcon-Comstor names Callum McGregor as COO & CFO

Westcon-Comstor promotes Callum McGregor to COO and CFO roles, reflecting a strategic move to drive growth and innovation in IT, supply chain, and ESG globally.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024

Gaming

UK among top deepfake targets as incidents soar globally

Surge in global deepfake incidents sees UK among the most-targeted nations as Sumsub reports a 245% annual rise, with elections exacerbating the issue.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024

Unified Communications

Chatbot market set to surge to $4.9 billion by 2033 says FMI

Chatbot market set to surge, projecting USD $4.9 billion growth by 2033, fuelled by customer engagement focus and widespread industrial adoption.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Apr 2024

Supply Chain

Turbulent waters: The Red Sea Crisis and tech implications

The Red Sea crisis' enduring impact on global shipping extends beyond geopolitical tensions, spiralling into shipping delays and rerouting, spiking costs, and disrupting trade routes, with intrusive fallout on tech and worldwide supply chains.

By Terry Smagh • 6 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024

Google

Leroy Merlin & Zitcha venture into South African retail media market

Leroy Merlin initiates its digital retail media network across South Africa, led by retail media platform Zitcha. This move signifies Zitcha's first venture in the region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024

Workforce Technology

Deputy & Express Employment partnership systemise shift work

Deputy and Express Employment Professionals forge a strategic partnership, forecasted to improve work experiences for shift workers worldwide.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024

Data Analytics

Data greatest challenge and opportunity for channel partners - report

IT partners consider data a critical factor and challenge in the shift to recurring revenue models, according to a global survey conducted by technology distributor Westcon-Comstor.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024

EduTech

EdTech set to transform education across Asia, says UNESCO

HP and Cambridge launch fellowship to empower Asian education leaders to strategically utilise EdTech, addressing key educational challenges and improving access, relevance, and quality.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024

Physical Security

Jersey Telecom acquires Spectrum to boost global online payment security

Jersey Telecom's acquisition of Australian tech company Spectrum bolsters the fight against online payment fraud, reinforcing security on a global scale.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024

Partner Programmes

Augment Technologies unveils AI mining tech in partnership with Hexagon

Perth-based Augment Technologies and global technology giant Hexagon unveil an innovative partnership, introducing AI technology designed to increase ore recovery by 5%, potentially adding millions of yearly revenue for each mine.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2024

Artificial Intelligence

HCLTech bags Top Employer title in 26 countries for 2024

Global tech firm HCLTech secures Top Employer status in 26 countries for 2024, lauded for outstanding HR practices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2024

Unified Communications

SourseAI expands global reach with Melon Mobile partnership in Africa

Australian start-up SourseAI partners with South African telecoms innovator Melon Mobile, expanding its global reach, following recent Series A funding.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Feb 2024

Education, Learning & Training

NTT DATA named Global Top Employer for 2024

Renowned IT provider, NTT DATA, has been recognised as a Global Top Employer for 2024, excelling in talent acquisition, career growth, and diversity across 29 countries.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2024

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EduTech

Assured Data Protection partners with KHIPU Networks for SMEs

Assured Data Protection and KHIPU Networks partner to deliver cost-effective, enterprise-grade disaster recovery and data protection services to UK and South African SMEs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024