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Western Europe’s PC market surges as Windows deadline looms

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Western Europe's PC market surged in October with double-digit revenue growth ahead of Windows 10's support deadline driving widespread device upgrades.
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Cybersecurity, AI & sustainable IT top digital priorities

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UK and Ireland firms prioritise cybersecurity, AI adoption, and sustainable IT strategies as they gear up for evolving digital workplaces in 2024.
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UK firms urged to reuse old Windows laptops to fight e-waste

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UK firms are urged to reuse and donate old Windows 10 laptops to curb e-waste and support those facing social exclusion through SocialBox.Biz's scheme.
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Healthcare faces highest cyber risks as Windows 10 hits EOL

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With 42% of healthcare systems running unsupported Windows 10, cyber risks surge as enterprises grapple with post-EOL security challenges.
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Netcraft forecasts legacy system risks & advanced AI threats by 2026

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Netcraft warns that legacy system vulnerabilities and advanced AI threats will intensify cybercrime in 2026, targeting industries and exploiting major events.
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Canadian firms accelerate rollout of AI-powered PCs for productivity

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Eighty-five per cent of Canadian businesses are fast-tracking AI-powered PC upgrades to boost productivity and address workforce skill gaps amid digital change.
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UK finance faces legacy IT risks as Windows 10 support ends

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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UK finance firms face rising risks as Windows 10 support ends; 90% carry technical debt with legacy systems hindering innovation and security efforts.
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October Patch Tuesday reveals 172 Vulnerabilities

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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Microsoft releases October Patch Tuesday fixing 172 vulnerabilities, including six zero-days and final security updates for Windows 10 and Office 2016-2019.
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Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, firms urged to migrate soon

Mon, 13th Oct 2025
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Microsoft will end Windows 10 support on 14 October 2025, urging firms to migrate soon as security updates and technical support will cease.
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Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, raising security concerns

Sat, 11th Oct 2025
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Microsoft will end Windows 10 support from 14 October, leaving millions at risk without security updates unless they upgrade or enrol in Extended Security Updates.
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UK faces cyber risks as Windows 10 support ends this October

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
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With Microsoft ending Windows 10 support on 14 October, UK businesses face amplified cyber risks and operational challenges, especially in critical sectors.
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Two in five devices still use Windows 10 as support nears end

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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Over 40% of devices globally, including 38% in Australia, still run Windows 10 as Microsoft support ends in mid-October, raising cybersecurity risks.
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Australian SMBs embrace AI but free tools heighten security risks

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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58% of Australian SMBs use AI, but many rely on free tools, raising data security risks amid low awareness of enterprise-grade solutions and hardware needs.
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European PC market surges as Windows 10 deadline boosts AI sales

Tue, 16th Sep 2025
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Europe's PC market surged in Q3 2025 as Windows 10 support ends, driving strong sales of AI-capable notebooks and desktops across businesses and consumers.
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Hands-on Review: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3x Wireless headset

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3x Wireless headset offers versatile, high-quality audio with Xbox support, 40-hour battery life, and cross-device Bluetooth connectivity.
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UK firms urged to act as Microsoft support ends October 2025

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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UK firms warned to prepare for risks as Microsoft ends support for Windows 10, Office 2016, and others on 14 October 2025, urging strategic IT upgrades now.
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Avalara appoints new CMO & CIO to drive global expansion

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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Avalara appoints Adrianna Burrows as CMO and Shahan Parshad as CIO to boost global expansion and enhance AI-driven tax compliance solutions.
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July Patch Tuesday reveals 137 vulnerabilities

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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Microsoft's July Patch Tuesday addresses 137 vulnerabilities, including 11 critical remote code execution flaws, with no zero-day exploits reported.
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European IT distributors see resilience as software & AI grow

Mon, 7th Jul 2025
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European IT distribution showed resilience in Q2 2025 with software and AI-driven hardware boosting growth despite tariff and networking challenges.
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Half of enterprise Windows devices yet to upgrade to Windows 11

Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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Half of enterprise Windows devices have yet to upgrade to Windows 11, just months before Windows 10 support ends on 14 October 2025.