Global Stories

ClearCourse buys Kurve to boost hospitality software

ClearCourse has bought Kurve and its pointOne EPOS brand, expanding into self-service kiosks and digital ordering for hospitality operators across the UK.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • 5 days ago

Data Protection

UK hospitality operators worry over AI data security

Hospitality groups urged to tighten controls as survey finds AI use rises across UK and Ireland, but privacy and regulation fears remain high.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week

Unified Communications

Newo appoints Jason Luo as Chief Executive Officer

Newo names Jason Luo Chief Executive Officer after USD $25 million funding round as it targets small businesses missing inbound calls.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week

Gaming

Australians trade down to smaller treats, Experian says

Experian data shows Australian households are trimming big-ticket discretionary purchases but still spending on personal care, digital goods and travel.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last week

Digital Transformation

Apple launches business platform as Maps ads near rollout

Apple rolls out unified business hub in 200 markets as signs mount that local ads in Maps will debut across North America this summer.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month

Digital Transformation

Anchr raises USD $5.8m to build AI OS for distributors

New York-based Anchr raises USD $5.8m seed round to build an AI-native OS automating core workflows for food distributors worldwide.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2026

Supply Chain

Six leaders shortlisted for Veuve Clicquot Bold Awards

Veuve Clicquot names six women leading change in hospitality, music, fashion and climate as finalists for its 2026 Bold Awards.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2026

Software-as-a-Service

Newo raises USD $25m to scale AI reception platform

Newo raises USD $25m to grow AI voice agents that answer calls for small businesses, after revenue doubled late 2025 amid rising demand.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Feb 2026

Software-as-a-Service

Klaviyo boosts EMEA growth, names Europe-based Co-CEO

Klaviyo posts 48% EMEA revenue surge, names Europe-based Co-CEO Chano Fernández to spearhead international and AI-driven retail push.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Jan 2026

Stories from Other Regions

Digital Transformation

PayNuts broadens offer for SMEs as surcharging reforms loom

PayNuts widens its Australian SME offer with a new POS platform and partner services as RBA payment reforms heap pressure on fee-based models.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week

Customer Experience

Google adds restaurant bookings to AI Mode in Search

Google adds restaurant bookings to AI Mode in Search for New Zealand users, linking diners to live table availability from OpenTable and Wowapps.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month

Data Analytics

Five ways to maximise benefits of mobile-first systems

Tabit chief executive Barry Shaked outlines five checks for Australian hospitality operators choosing mobile-first systems to cut labour pressure and lift sales.

By Barry Shaked • 4 min read • Last month