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GSMA unveils global fund for green mobile innovation

Tue, 24th Feb 2026
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GSMA launches global Green Transition fund, offering GBP £100,000-£200,000 grants for mobile-led clean energy and circular device projects.
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Dynatrace named leader again in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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Dynatrace has been named a Leader again in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Digital Experience Monitoring, recognised for its vision and execution.
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Manufacturers embrace AI & tech to overcome supply chain pressures

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Manufacturers face supply chain pressures and skills shortages but embrace AI and digital tech to boost efficiency and resilience globally.
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Six Nations Rugby partners with Capgemini to boost digital fan experience

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Six Nations Rugby partners with Capgemini to enhance fan experience using AI and digital tech across tournaments through to 2029.
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Half of Canadians use AI at work but lack training & confidence

Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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Nearly half of Canadians use AI at work, but only 12% have formal training, highlighting a significant skills and confidence gap in the workforce.
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Canada will use AI to enhance mineral exploration in NWT

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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Canada and Northwest Territories partner to use AI and digital tech for exploring northern mineral resources, boosting sustainable investment and Indigenous collaboration.
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AI needs us: Why human oversight is crucial for realising AI's potential

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Human oversight is vital for AI's success, ensuring ethical use, optimised performance, and unlocking its true potential in business and innovation.
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AI reshaping traditional sectors like insurance & travel

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way sectors operate, and embracing the technology is now essential for unlocking its full potential.
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Global study reveals public trust is lagging growing AI adoption

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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A global study reveals 66% regularly use AI, yet only 46% trust it, exposing a growing divide amid rising concerns and calls for tighter regulation.
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Edge Total Intelligence secures CAD $5m private placement

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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Edge Total Intelligence has successfully raised CAD $4,999,490 through a private placement, aiming to enhance its AI-powered Digital Twins technology.
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Jersey Telecom acquires Spectrum to boost global online payment security

Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Jersey Telecom's acquisition of Australian tech company Spectrum bolsters the fight against online payment fraud, reinforcing security on a global scale.
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Recharge acquires StartSelect to consolidate prepaid payments

Fri, 15th Sep 2023
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The acquisition will enable Recharge to reach revenues of €750 million next year and provide consumers with a wide range of digital gift cards globally.
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Australian software spending set to increase in 2023

Fri, 27th Jan 2023
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Economic instability and a global pandemic have seen many businesses rapidly digitising and investing in various tech solutions.
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Responsible use of technology pressing business need

Mon, 16th Jan 2023
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New report finds that 73% of business leaders see responsible use of technology as a crucial business priority.
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Versent achieves AWS Service Delivery designation for Transfer Family

Tue, 6th Sep 2022
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Versent has achieved the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Service Delivery designation for AWS Transfer Family, recognising its best practices.
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Aotearoa's new Privacy Commissioner shares focus moving forward

Mon, 29th Aug 2022
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New Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster aims to prioritize privacy and increase data safety in New Zealand organizations.