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BlackFog report reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks in 2023
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

BlackFog report reveals alarming rise in ransomware attacks in 2023

BlackFog's December 2023 report reveals an alarming surge in ransomware attacks, with 70 incidents noted, indicating an escalating cyber threat scenario.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Sat, 13th Jan 2024
ChatGPT introduces GPT Store for customised AI resources
EduTech

ChatGPT introduces GPT Store for customised AI resources

Reports reveal that over 3 million custom versions of AI language model, ChatGPT, were created in two months, prompting the launch of a new GPT Store for user-friendly discovery of successful designs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 13th Jan 2024
Publicis Sapient & Google Cloud to launch Retail Media Network Accelerator
Digital Signage

Publicis Sapient & Google Cloud to launch Retail Media Network Accelerator

Publicis Sapient partners with Google Cloud to launch a Retail Media Network Accelerator, providing a platform for clients to boost revenue via customised ads and enhance customer engagement.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024
Singapore's Qashier launches 'groundbreaking' QR payment terminal
Marketing Technologies

Singapore's Qashier launches 'groundbreaking' QR payment terminal

Singaporean fintech startup Qashier releases QashierPay Soundbox, a groundbreaking QR payment terminal that promises safer digital transactions and hastens the digitisation of payments.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2024
Auctane bolsters executive team with Matt Schurk and Sara Feulner
Human Capital Management

Auctane bolsters executive team with Matt Schurk and Sara Feulner

Auctane has bolstered its executive team, appointing sales veteran Matt Schurk as Chief Sales Officer and HR expert Sara Feulner as Chief Human Resources Officer.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2024
Qrypt's quantum encryption joins NVIDIA's startup nurturing hub
Encryption

Qrypt's quantum encryption joins NVIDIA's startup nurturing hub

Quantum-secure encryption firm, Qrypt, joins the illustrious Nvidia Inception programme, bolstering its quest to safeguard the AI industry data from emerging quantum threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2024
DNSRF forecasts surge in blockchain domain registrations by 2026
Google

DNSRF forecasts surge in blockchain domain registrations by 2026

A groundbreaking white paper by the DNS Research Foundation projects a boom in blockchain domains to 12.8 million by 2026, surpassing notable national domains, but warns against potential disruption.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2024
SingPost leverages Boomi for customer onboarding in digital shift
Digital Transformation

SingPost leverages Boomi for customer onboarding in digital shift

Singapore's SingPost has leveraged Boomi's platform in its digital transformation to quicken customer onboarding and improve delivery visibility.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2024
Cloudflare reports rise in API threats & DDoS shifts
Gaming

Cloudflare reports rise in API threats & DDoS shifts

New report warns of a rise in API-based cyber threats as businesses digitise, alongside escalating DDoS activities targeting specific sectors and regions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2024
AI amongst key trends shaping eCommerce and retail in 2024
Data Analytics

AI amongst key trends shaping eCommerce and retail in 2024

AI, sustainability, social commerce, and value provision will redefine retail and online sectors in 2024, predicts ecommerce specialist, Paul Waddy.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2024
Lufthansa extends New Distribution Capability deal with Accelya
Customer Experience

Lufthansa extends New Distribution Capability deal with Accelya

Accelya and Lufthansa Group solidify long-term New Distribution Capability (NDC) extension to further increase NDC processing volume, fortifying Accelya as a global leader in NDC transactions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2024
Rise in DDoS attacks & API security threats in 2023
Distributed Denial of Service

Rise in DDoS attacks & API security threats in 2023

Cloudflare's reports highlight the spike in DDoS attacks amid conflict in Palestine and Israel, and the growing security threats posed by 'shadow APIs'.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2024
Partisia Blockchain spearheads decentralisation discourse at World Crypto Forum
Blockchain

Partisia Blockchain spearheads decentralisation discourse at World Crypto Forum

Swiss-based Partisia Blockchain takes centre stage at the inaugural World Crypto Forum, promoting the discourse on decentralisation alongside launching a new product.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jan 2024

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Snowflake appoints Vijayant Rai as Managing Director for India
Data Analytics

Snowflake appoints Vijayant Rai as Managing Director for India

Snowflake appoints seasoned tech leader Vijayant Rai as new Managing Director for India, tasking him with business expansion and the promotion of the company's Data Cloud across diverse industries.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024
High court grants Medtech preservation order against Valentia
Physical Security

High court grants Medtech preservation order against Valentia

High Court grants Medtech order against Valentia Technologies, permitting investigations into alleged copyright infringement, data violations, and patient safety risks in healthcare industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2024
Edenred teams up with UK's thinkmoney to enhance fintech services
Fintech

Edenred teams up with UK's thinkmoney to enhance fintech services

Edenred Payment Solutions partners with UK e-money firm, thinkmoney, strengthening card and account capabilities. This critical collaboration boosts thinkmoney's product range and enhances their customer experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2024
UK tech sectors battle component & skills shortages
Cloud Services

UK tech sectors battle component & skills shortages

UK's electronics, telecoms, and electrical sectors are grappling with major component and skills shortages, severely impacting their performance, a new report suggests.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2024