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Gender gap narrows in tech sectors across UK, EU & US
Artificial Intelligence

Gender gap narrows in tech sectors across UK, EU & US

The gender gap in tech sectors has seen a significant decrease over the past four years, according to a Financial Times report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Mar 2024
Keepit opens London HQ to bolster SaaS data protection in UK
Ransomware

Keepit opens London HQ to bolster SaaS data protection in UK

Keepit fortifies commitment to the UK, opening London-based headquarters and expanding local team, with industry veteran Jerry Mumford at the helm.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024
FranConnect bolsters position with RizePoint acquisition
Risk & Compliance

FranConnect bolsters position with RizePoint acquisition

FranConnect enhances its position as a market leader by acquiring RizePoint, an international QMS provider, marking its third take-over in four years in its ongoing expansion strategy.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Feb 2024
Wincanton bags exclusive rights to Zeus's freight tech in UK, Ireland
Supply Chain

Wincanton bags exclusive rights to Zeus's freight tech in UK, Ireland

In a strategic shift, UK supply chain partner, Wincanton, acquires the exclusive rights to use Zeus' digital freight management solutions, strengthening a tech-driven approach.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Gallagher Security wins top OSPA award for second year running
Firewalls

Gallagher Security wins top OSPA award for second year running

Warwick-based Gallagher Security has won the Outstanding Security Equipment Manufacturer Award for the second year at the 2024 OSPAs, recognised for its innovative approach to global security solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Digital Realty partners with UK's Digital Futures Programme
Hyperscale

Digital Realty partners with UK's Digital Futures Programme

Digital Realty allies with UK's Digital Futures Programme to groom young digital talent, aiding program expansion into Thames Valley schools.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2024
Infinigate & Riverbed launch DX Insights service in the UK
Network Infrastructure

Infinigate & Riverbed launch DX Insights service in the UK

Infinigate has launched DX Insights providing comprehensive digital experience management and optimisation for UK businesses.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024
IPI becomes first UK Avaya partner with cloud specialisation accreditation
Disaster Recovery

IPI becomes first UK Avaya partner with cloud specialisation accreditation

IPI, a London-based tech firm, becomes the first UK partner to receive Avaya's cloud specialisation accreditation, places the tech firm in a unique position to assist businesses transitioning to Avaya's cloud-based platform.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024

Stories from Other Regions

United Kingdom (UK) stories

IWD 2024: More women in leadership creates better opportunities for innovation
Unified Communications

IWD 2024: More women in leadership creates better opportunities for innovation

Exemplifying diversity on IWD 2024, increasing female leadership in businesses has been identified as an essential catalyst for innovation and growth.

By Saduf Ali-Drakesmith • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Artificial intelligence is inherently bias - here's how to remedy it
Large Language Models

IWD 2024: Artificial intelligence is inherently bias - here's how to remedy it

In an AI-dominated era, inherent biases within such technologies remain a pervasive issue, highlighting the urgent need for fostering diversity among developers and leveraging AI to create equitable and inclusive tools.

By Nicole Seredenko • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
NetApp pioneers AI-driven cyber-resilience capabilities
Storage

NetApp pioneers AI-driven cyber-resilience capabilities

NetApp bolsters UK business defences with the development of AI-enhanced cyber-resilience capabilities, designed for swift recovery from potential threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: How to 'Inspire Inclusion' in the world of Fintech
EduTech

IWD 2024: How to 'Inspire Inclusion' in the world of Fintech

International Women's Day's 2024 'Inspire Inclusion' theme resonates within fintech facing a continuous struggle to promote female representation in senior roles.

By Maya Kumar • 5 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
Pandemic propels UK towards cashless economy despite resistance
Biometrics

Pandemic propels UK towards cashless economy despite resistance

The pandemic-associated rejection of cash is seen as accelerating the switch to a cashless economy, despite some resistance and concern over security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Gender pay gap widening in the United Kingom
OECD

IWD 2024: Gender pay gap widening in the United Kingom

The gender pay gap in the UK has widened to 14.5%, pushing the country to 17th place in the Women in Work Index.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024
'Danish retail invasion' reshapes UK market with Hybrid Retail tech
Deloitte

'Danish retail invasion' reshapes UK market with Hybrid Retail tech

Danish brands, capitalising on a mix of authenticity, community and Hybrid Retail technology, are pioneering a 'retail revolution' in the UK, reshaping the shopping landscape.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024
UK's ambitious Digital Skills Bootcamps lure young tech talent
Marketing Technologies

UK's ambitious Digital Skills Bootcamps lure young tech talent

The UK Secretary of State for Science and Technology launches free Digital Skills Bootcamps, aiming to create a tech-savvy generation.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024
UK sees 10% rise in female university computing applications
EduTech

UK sees 10% rise in female university computing applications

UK sees a 10% hike in university computing applications from women, signalling the third consecutive year of growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024
Elasticito announces strategic partnership with e2e-assure
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Elasticito announces strategic partnership with e2e-assure

E2e-assure partners with cyber security automation provider, Elasticito, aspiring to broaden Threat Detection and Response services to its growing Microsoft client portfolio in the UK.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024