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Abnormal AI named a leader again in 2025 Gartner email security

Today
Abnormal AI retains its position as a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Email Security, praised for its AI-driven threat detection and vision.
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Northamber acquires Nuvias UC hardware unit for GBP £7.1 million

Yesterday
Northamber has acquired Nuvias UC’s hardware unit for GBP £7.1 million, boosting its audio-visual and unified communications capabilities amid sector growth.
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OVHcloud opens Berlin region with three zones for EU resilience

Last week
OVHcloud has launched a new three-zone cloud region in Berlin to boost digital sovereignty and resilience for organisations across Europe.
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Germany pioneers quantum-resistant ID cards for digital security

Last month
Germany is set to launch quantum-resistant ID cards, pioneering new cryptography to protect digital identities against future quantum computing threats.
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European eCommerce marketers struggle with Black Friday personalisation

Last month
Nearly all European eCommerce marketers view personalisation as vital, yet 27% find it hard to tailor Black Friday offers amid heavy workloads.
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Spain leads unified communications surge as EU market grows

Last month
Spain leads the EU unified communications surge with a 104% revenue rise, driven by education demand and renewed projects as the market grows in Q4 2025.
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Elemental Concept joins UK scheme to shape £150m services policy

Last month
Elemental Concept joins Applio Ventures’ SME Champion Scheme to help shape the UK government’s £150 million professional services strategy.
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Marketers struggle to personalise Black Friday offers despite need

Last month
Nearly all marketers see personalisation as vital for Black Friday, yet 27% struggle to tailor offers, risking customer loyalty and sales opportunities.
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Black Friday scams soar as fake brand emails target shoppers globally

Last month
Over half of Black Friday-themed spam emails are scams, with fraudsters impersonating brands like Amazon to steal personal data worldwide.
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Australian firms boost GenAI spending despite shadow AI risks

Last month
Nearly 75% of Australian firms plan to increase GenAI spending despite risks from staff-led, unregulated use of AI tools raising privacy and compliance concerns.
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Retail brands to send 3.9 billion messages in 2025 season

Last month
Retail brands will send a record 3.9 billion messages in the 2025 shopping season, up 15%, as AI and richer digital channels boost customer engagement.
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AUTO1 Group wins Twilio 2025 EMEA Star Builder Award for innovation

Last month
AUTO1 Group has won Twilio’s 2025 EMEA Star Builder Award for innovative use of messaging and verification APIs to enhance its used car trading platform.
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Viber Pay brings instant, fee-free payments to seven European nations

Last month
Viber Pay launches instant, fee-free payments and Visa virtual cards in seven European countries, integrating Paynetics’ licensed payment system within its messaging app.
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Europe’s productivity puzzle: Is outdated workplace tech to blame?

Last month
Europe’s productivity stalls as many firms rely on outdated tech, with only 28% of UK workers having the tools needed for effective collaboration.
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AI-driven cyber attacks & deepfakes set to surge by 2026

Last month
AI-driven cyber attacks and deepfakes are set to surge by 2026, with experts warning of faster breaches and rising third-party risks challenging defenders.
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AI drives global shift in hiring, pay premiums & workforce skills

Last month
AI reshapes global hiring as 66% of firms cut entry-level recruitment, prioritise skills over degrees, and offer up to 100% pay premiums for AI expertise.
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Smaller brands drive FMCG innovation as new launches drop 20%

Last month
Innovation in European FMCG markets has dropped 20%, yet smaller brands boost sales with new products that align with consumer lifestyles and values.
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Software piracy & overuse blamed for rising revenue losses

Last month
Nearly one in three software firms cite piracy as a major cause of revenue loss, with unlicensed use rising in China, Russia, India, and Germany, new data reveals.
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ALS breakthrough could be worth billions for global health systems

Last month
An effective ALS treatment could create up to USD $143 billion in value over ten years, easing healthcare burdens in seven major economies including the US and UK.
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UK quantum start-ups urge state fund to halt talent exodus

Last month
UK quantum start-ups warn of talent loss abroad unless government creates a Quantum Sovereign Wealth Fund to support growth-stage capital investment.