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European firms lag in fully integrated digital maintenance systems
Digital Transformation

European firms lag in fully integrated digital maintenance systems

A study shows 63% of European firms are early in digitalising maintenance, despite 92% recognising the benefits of predictive, connected systems.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025
Virtualised grid protection proves effective in UK energy sector
Virtualisation

Virtualised grid protection proves effective in UK energy sector

National Grid and GE Vernova's trial of LF Energy SEAPATH shows virtualised protection can lower costs and boost efficiency in the UK's power grid.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
UK firms warned of risks in relying on outdated technology
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UK firms warned of risks in relying on outdated technology

UK firms relying on outdated legacy systems risk security breaches, inefficiencies, and missed growth, warns Essenkay amid rising cyber threats and economic pressures.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
UK fintech hiring to surge 32% in 2025 amid compliance demand
Risk & Compliance

UK fintech hiring to surge 32% in 2025 amid compliance demand

UK fintech hiring is set to surge 32% in 2025, driven by rising demand for compliance, cybersecurity, and engineering roles amid regulatory shifts.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Lookiero & Outfittery merge to form a European leader
Customer Experience

Lookiero & Outfittery merge to form a European leader

Lookiero and Outfittery have merged to form the Lookiero Outfittery Group, targeting over three million customers and projecting EUR €130 million in revenue.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025
SuperCluster ClimAccelerator launched to drive decarbonisation
Network Infrastructure

SuperCluster ClimAccelerator launched to drive decarbonisation

Cambridge Cleantech, Cambridge Consultants, and EIT Climate-KIC have unveiled the first SuperCluster ClimAccelerator to fast-track industrial decarbonisation startups.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
ASL CN1 Cuneo halves costs with Cubbit's DS3 solution
Storage

ASL CN1 Cuneo halves costs with Cubbit's DS3 solution

ASL CN1 Cuneo in North Italy has slashed storage costs by 50% and enhanced data security by adopting Cubbit's geo-distributed S3 cloud solution, DS3.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Aviva teams with CRCs to boost cyber resilience for SMEs
Unified Communications

Aviva teams with CRCs to boost cyber resilience for SMEs

Aviva has teamed up with the Cyber Resilience Centre network to bolster cyber security for over 3,000 insurance brokers across the UK.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
UK designates data centres as critical national infrastructure
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

UK designates data centres as critical national infrastructure

The UK labels data centres as critical infrastructure amidst a US GBP £10 billion AI investment, boosting resilience and technological growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024

Global Stories

IT Resources stories

Litera unveils Lito AI agent to transform legal workflows
Robotic Process Automation

Litera unveils Lito AI agent to transform legal workflows

Litera launches Lito, an AI legal agent in Litera One, streamlining workflows and swiftly accessing firm resources to aid legal professionals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Rapid7 unveils platform to help SOC teams cut through alert noise
Security Information and Event Management

Rapid7 unveils platform to help SOC teams cut through alert noise

Rapid7 has unveiled Intelligence Hub, a platform designed to help security teams prioritise verified threats and improve response amidst rising alert volumes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
CSA report aids mid-market firms in SaaS security strategy
Software-as-a-Service

CSA report aids mid-market firms in SaaS security strategy

The Cloud Security Alliance has released a report addressing SaaS complexities for mid-market organisations, revealing that many struggle with security amid limited resources.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
AI in cybersecurity: Not yet autonomous, but the time to prepare is now
Digital Transformation

AI in cybersecurity: Not yet autonomous, but the time to prepare is now

As we approach 2025, experts warn that while AI is increasingly used to enhance cyberattacks, fully autonomous threats remain largely unfulfilled.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Tech Data launches 'Destination AI' in APJ for AI enablement
Partner Programmes

Tech Data launches 'Destination AI' in APJ for AI enablement

Tech Data has launched Destination AI in APJ, providing comprehensive resources, training, and support to help partners navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

IT Resources stories

Australian IT leaders struggle with SaaS sprawl, turn to AI
Software-as-a-Service

Australian IT leaders struggle with SaaS sprawl, turn to AI

Almost half of Australian mid-market firms now juggle 51-200 SaaS apps, turning to AI to tackle growing complexity and compliance risks.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Jun 2025
CloudBolt buys StormForge to boost Kubernetes optimisation
Virtualisation

CloudBolt buys StormForge to boost Kubernetes optimisation

CloudBolt has acquired StormForge to bolster its Kubernetes optimisation capabilities within its FinOps platform, aiming to address rising cloud costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Siemens expands PAVE360 with AMD & Microsoft collaboration
Unified Communications

Siemens expands PAVE360 with AMD & Microsoft collaboration

Siemens Digital Industries Software has enhanced its PAVE360 technology for Software Defined Vehicle development by integrating AMD hardware on Microsoft Azure.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2025