United Kingdom (UK) Stories - Page 197

Global Stories

United Kingdom (UK) stories

Survey reveals staff use AI at work but lack policy awareness

A survey of 12,000 workers across six countries finds 60% use AI at work, but under 20% know their company's AI policy, exposing data security risks.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Platform-as-a-Service

High-performance tech framework attracts global police sector

New Zealand's Vantaset, based on elite athlete research, is gaining interest from UK, US and North American police and defence sectors to boost workforce performance.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025

Fintech

Zitcha appoints Tony Karp as Group COO amid global expansion drive

Zitcha appoints Tony Karp as Group COO to drive global growth, reinforcing leadership amid expansion in APAC and North America retail media markets.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025

DevOps

Fragmented DevOps & poor developer experience cost millions

Poor DevOps and fragmented developer experiences cost enterprises millions annually through lost productivity, delays, and heightened security risks, says Harness report.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 21st Jun 2025

Data centers

DataX Connect launches 2025 global data centre salary survey

DataX Connect has launched its 2025 survey to reveal detailed salary and career trends for data centre professionals in Europe and the US.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 21st Jun 2025

Data Analytics

Safe Software expands to UK & Ireland to boost customer support

Safe Software expands to the UK and Ireland, opening new centres to enhance European customer support and target USD $250m revenue by 2028.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Semiconductors

UK & Canada sign deal to boost semiconductor innovation

The UK and Canada have signed an MoU to boost semiconductor innovation, focusing on R&D, talent development, and supply chain resilience across emerging technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Aviation

Azerbaijan leads rise in European travel bookings amid new trends

Azerbaijan leads a 26% surge in European air travel bookings, with rising interest in emerging destinations reshaping traveller preferences, says new report.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

DevOps

Nearly half of developers say over 50% of code is AI-generated

Almost half of developers using AI report that over 50% of their code is AI-generated, yet a third deploy it without consistent human review, raising security concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025

Software-as-a-Service

Silverfin appoints Allison Searle to drive UK & Ireland growth

Silverfin appoints Allison Searle as UK and Ireland General Manager to accelerate growth in cloud-based accounting and advisory services amid digital transformation.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Senior UK & US communicators expect bigger budgets by 2026

By 2026, 80% of senior UK and US communications leaders expect larger budgets and greater influence, driven by AI adoption and strategic roles despite economic uncertainty.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025

Stories from Other Regions

United Kingdom (UK) stories

Data Analytics

UK firms warned of risks in relying on outdated technology

UK firms relying on outdated legacy systems risk security breaches, inefficiencies, and missed growth, warns Essenkay amid rising cyber threats and economic pressures.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Artificial Intelligence

CaseCraft.AI raises GBP £550,000 for UK small claims platform

CaseCraft.AI has raised GBP £550,000 to enhance its AI-driven platform aimed at simplifying small claims resolutions across the UK.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Human Capital Management

inploi advances in Fosway 2025 grid amid rapid growth in HR tech

London-based HR tech firm inploi climbs Fosway 2025 grid, boosting client base by 230% and slashing hiring costs for companies like PureGym.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Customer Experience

Majority of Britons back fines for long customer call waits

A survey reveals 62% of Britons support fining companies for long hold times, with older consumers especially backing penalties amid rising costs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Digital Transformation

NHS risks losing healthtech startups to Gulf states, warns CEO

NHS risks losing healthtech startups to Gulf states due to regulatory hurdles and stalled AI projects, warns Rhazes AI CEO Zaid Al-Fagih.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025

Security Information and Event Management

Securonix & Prophecy join forces to streamline SIEM security data

Securonix and Prophecy have partnered to integrate Snare Suite with Securonix's platform, boosting security data intake and threat detection across hybrid IT systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025

Online shopping

UK holidaymakers boost spending, start trips with smarter deals

Nearly 80% of UK holidaymakers boost pre-trip spending, favouring clothing and travel gear, with shoppers seeking smart deals and value for money.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025

Data Protection

UK councils report 12,700 data breaches with GBP £268,000 paid

UK Metropolitan Councils reported over 12,700 data breaches in three years, paying more than GBP £268,000 in compensation claims.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025