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Cegid appoints Bruno Vaffier as new Chief Operating Officer
Customer Experience

Cegid appoints Bruno Vaffier as new Chief Operating Officer

Cegid names Bruno Vaffier as COO, marking a strategic move to enhance AI-driven innovation and expand operational efficiency across global markets.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
LexisNexis launches Lexis+ AI in UK market following growing interest
Partner Programmes

LexisNexis launches Lexis+ AI in UK market following growing interest

LexisNexis introduces Lexis+ AI to the UK, merging advanced AI with legal search tech. Partnered with top firms, it's set to improve legal practice.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
Study finds common names & gender disparities in UK tech industry
Human Capital Management

Study finds common names & gender disparities in UK tech industry

A Vestd study reveals 'James' and 'Samantha' as the most common names in the UK's tech industry, sparking discussions on gender stereotypes and diversity in the workforce.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
New UK cybersecurity law takes effect amid evolving threats
Encryption

New UK cybersecurity law takes effect amid evolving threats

The UK's Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act has now become fully operational, enforcing digital security requirements within the telecommunication sector, amid doubts over its adequacy to address evolving cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Trellis Data & CCL Group partner to advance digital forensics
Generative AI

Trellis Data & CCL Group partner to advance digital forensics

Trellis Data and CCL Solutions Group form a pioneering partnership to revolutionise law enforcement with an integrated platform offering AI-enhanced digital forensics capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
KPMG UK gains prestigious NCSC cyber security provider status
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

KPMG UK gains prestigious NCSC cyber security provider status

KPMG UK secures esteemed NCSC Cyber Incident Exercise Assured Provider status, endorsing its top-notch solutions in cyber incident readiness and response strategies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024

Global Stories

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How to navigate the micro-macro dichotomy of GenAI
Construction

How to navigate the micro-macro dichotomy of GenAI

Business leaders must balance generative AI's vast benefits with short-term deployment challenges to navigate its transformative yet complex potential.

By Sharryn Napier • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Arch.law acquires Conexus Law to boost international reach
Hyperscale

Arch.law acquires Conexus Law to boost international reach

In a strategic expansion, arch.law acquires Conexus Law, a data centre sector specialist, including its 14-strong London team, strengthening its global footprint.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
DeepL debuts enterprise AI to enhance ROI & data security
Marketing Technologies

DeepL debuts enterprise AI to enhance ROI & data security

DeepL has launched DeepL for Enterprise, enhancing AI solutions for organisations with custom glossaries, security features, and up to 345% ROI.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Westcon-Comstor names Callum McGregor as COO & CFO
Data Analytics

Westcon-Comstor names Callum McGregor as COO & CFO

Westcon-Comstor promotes Callum McGregor to COO and CFO roles, reflecting a strategic move to drive growth and innovation in IT, supply chain, and ESG globally.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Litera partners with Microsoft to enhance legal tech with Copilot
Generative AI

Litera partners with Microsoft to enhance legal tech with Copilot

Litera partners with Microsoft to revolutionise legal tech with AI-powered Copilot, enhancing efficiency and intelligence in legal practices using Microsoft 365.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024
Half of ANZ lawyers trial generative AI despite lingering scepticism
Generative AI

Half of ANZ lawyers trial generative AI despite lingering scepticism

Half of legal workers in Australia and New Zealand have tried AI tools, yet skepticism remains high, a survey by legal information provider LexisNexis has revealed.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Law stories

AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers
Human Capital Management

AI boosts efficiency for 67% of Australian workers

Australian workers are embracing AI, with 67% using it weekly and saving at least three hours, finds Freshworks 2024 Global AI Workplace report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Indosat & Google Cloud expand AI collaboration in Indonesia
Unified Communications

Indosat & Google Cloud expand AI collaboration in Indonesia

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison and Google Cloud are deepening their partnership to transform Indosat into an AI-driven tech enterprise, enhancing service for over 100 million customers.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Jun 2024
Australian law firms shift pricing models amid economic changes
Generative AI

Australian law firms shift pricing models amid economic changes

A new study reveals 51% of Australian law firms have restructured their fees, with 88% adopting Alternative Fee Arrangements amidst economic challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Another trainee killed on the job
Risk & Compliance

Another trainee killed on the job

WorkSafe says apprentices remain exposed to deadly risks unless employers improve supervision and repair procedures after a second fatal sentencing this year.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 26th May 2024
Home detention for tradesman’s death
Risk & Compliance

Home detention for tradesman’s death

A fatal electric shock could have been avoided if mandatory testing had been done after faulty wiring left a range hood metalwork energised.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024