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UK students fear AI redundancy as entry roles shrink by 30%

A survey finds 80% of UK students fear AI could cause job losses, amid a 30% drop in entry-level roles and rising student debt averaging GBP £53,000.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025

Firewalls

Most IT teams slow to update printer firmware, raising risks

Only 33% of IT teams promptly update printer firmware, exposing organisations to data breaches and cyber threats, reveals HP Wolf Security report.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Jul 2025

Unified Communications

Genetec expands Montreal & London sites to meet global demand

Genetec has expanded its Montreal and London offices to support global growth, now employing over 2,150 people across 20 offices worldwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025

Supply Chain

CCL opens Beijing office to boost cross-border eCommerce to UK

CCL has opened a Beijing office to enhance cross-border logistics and customs services for Chinese eCommerce firms targeting the UK and European markets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025

Storage

Lenovo selects Tikiri Wanduragala to lead UKI ISG technology

Lenovo has appointed Tikiri Wanduragala as UKI ISG Technology Leader to drive pre-sales tech teams and product knowledge across the UK and Ireland.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025

Unified Communications

Poor printer security leaves firms exposed according to HP report

Many firms neglect printer security, with just 36% updating firmware promptly, exposing sensitive data to cyber threats, says HP Wolf Security report.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025

DevOps

Mobile app breaches cost firms USD $7 million despite confidence

Despite 93% confidence in defences, 62% of firms faced mobile app breaches costing an average of USD $6.9 million in 2025, says Guardsquare study.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025

Singapore tops global index for ease of work visas for foreigners

Singapore ranks first globally for ease of work visas, boasting swift processing, low fees, and stable conditions, according to a new study by Eskimoz.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025

EduTech

Dr John Flackett awarded honorary doctorate for AI impact

Dr John Flackett received an honorary Doctor of Science from Southampton Solent University for three decades of pioneering work in artificial intelligence education and research.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025

Stories from Other Regions

United Kingdom (UK) stories

Virtualisation

UK set to ban ransomware payments in public sector crackdown

The UK plans to ban ransom payments in the public sector and mandate private firms to report such payments, aiming to curb rising ransomware attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025

Ransomware

UK moves to ban ransomware payments for public sector groups

The UK plans to ban ransomware payments by public sector and critical infrastructure groups to curb rising cyberattacks targeting essential services.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025

Artificial Intelligence

UK kids bypass online controls, widening family digital divide

Over half of UK parents say their children can bypass online controls, exposing a widening digital gap in managing screen time and internet safety at home.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025

Licensing

New Zealand businesses urged to prepare for pay secrecy law

New Zealand businesses are urged to prepare for new law banning pay secrecy clauses, promoting transparency and equality in employee remuneration.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Jul 2025

DevOps

UK leads Europe in adoption of agentic AI for software gains

UK leads Europe with 47% of firms adopting agentic AI to boost software productivity, outpacing France and Germany amid global AI investment surge.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025

Data Analytics

Hexaware unveils GCC 2.0 after SMC Squared acquisition for AI boost

Hexaware launches GCC 2.0 after acquiring SMC Squared, merging AI and digital solutions to transform Global Capability Centres for strategic enterprise value.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025

Digital Signage

VIOOH & Outernet London launch premium DOOH screens deal

VIOOH partners with Outernet London to offer real-time programmatic access to premium digital out of home screens in central London's entertainment district.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025

Fintech

Yetipay raises GBP £3.5 million to boost growth in payments

UK payments firm yetipay has raised GBP £3.5 million to fuel growth and new products for hospitality and retail, boosting annual revenues sevenfold.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025

Digital Transformation

Low trust in third-party vendors weakens UK digital resilience

Nearly 30% of UK risk managers lack trust in third-party vendors, risking digital resilience despite average spends of GBP £75,000-£100,000 on risk management.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025

Fintech

UK universities & insurers launch GBP £2 million AI risk project

UK universities and insurers have launched a GBP £2 million project to develop insurance products addressing risks from commercial artificial intelligence use.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025

Cartech

INSHUR secures USD $35m for US expansion & AI mobility insurance

INSHUR raises USD $35m from Trinity Capital to boost US expansion and develop AI-driven insurance for autonomous vehicle and on-demand mobility markets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025