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UK tech scale-ups trail in board-level AI expertise, risking growth
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Only 32% of UK tech scale-ups have AI experts on their boards, risking growth compared to FTSE 350 firms with higher board-level AI expertise.
UK data centre spending to surpass GBP £10 billion a year by 2029
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UK data centre spending is set to soar from GBP £1.75bn to over GBP £10bn annually by 2029, driven by AI demand and regional development shifts.
British data leaders most willing to bet jobs on AI decisions
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British data leaders are the most willing globally to trust AI decisions, with 85% ready to stake their jobs on AI-driven business choices.
La Fosse launches UNBOUND to boost women’s tech progression
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La Fosse has launched UNBOUND, a UK mentorship programme supporting women in tech with senior sponsorship and peer networks to boost career progression.
Datadog named a Leader in 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for DEM
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Datadog has been named a Leader in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Digital Experience Monitoring, marking the second consecutive year of recognition.
Anne Tosky appointed Global Chief People Officer at ELMO
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ELMO Software appoints Anne Tosky as Global Chief People Officer to lead people strategy amid expansion in Australia, New Zealand and the UK.
AI risk outpaces oversight as BSI warns of governance gaps for firms
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BSI warns many UK and global firms lack robust AI governance despite rising investment, risking operational failures and reputational damage amid growing AI use.
PPDS promotes Bruce Wyrwitzke to Senior Director of Sales role
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PPDS has promoted Bruce Wyrwitzke to Senior Director of Sales for North America, advancing its expansion of Philips Professional Displays across the region.
OpenAI partnership sparks debate on UK digital & AI sovereignty
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OpenAI's new deal lets UK firms store AI data on British soil, sparking debate on digital sovereignty and balancing innovation with national control.
BC celebrates tech innovation with 2025 TIA awards
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The 2025 Technology Impact Awards in Vancouver celebrated BC's tech innovation, spotlighting CAD $3bn deals and Clio's Deal of the Year win.
Avison Young appoints Oliver Squires to lead UK data centres
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Avison Young has appointed Oliver Squires to lead its UK & EMEA data centre sector, enhancing expertise amid booming demand and major UK investments.
Cloudflare names Pat Breen Area Vice President for Australia NZ
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Cloudflare has appointed Pat Breen as Area Vice President for Australia and New Zealand to drive growth and strengthen regional operations.
Asia Pacific’s manufacturing boom raises demand for high-tech facilities
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Asia Pacific's manufacturing surge in semiconductors, pharma, and renewables is transforming industrial property needs, demanding high-tech, specialised facilities.
Australian tech leaders struggle to fill rising AI job demand
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Australian tech leaders report soaring demand for AI roles, with 92% seeking experts amid challenges like high salaries and talent shortages.
Kao Data calls for decisive action to unlock USD $31b AI funding
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Kao Data urges swift action to unlock USD $31 billion pledged by tech giants, aiming to boost the UK’s AI infrastructure and secure global leadership.
GigaDevice opens Minato City office to boost Japan tech ties
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GigaDevice has opened a new office in Minato City, Tokyo, to strengthen ties with Japan's semiconductor industry and boost local customer support.
Elemental Concept launches German office to drive EU expansion
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Elemental Concept has launched a German office led by Georg Brunner to boost its expansion across Europe’s largest ICT market, focusing on AI, cybersecurity, and cloud.
AI tools reshape how Singapore retail investors approach markets
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Nearly one in three Singapore retail investors use AI tools for investing, far surpassing the global rate of 19%, with many valuing time-saving and tech potential.
AI data centre cooling patents rise 50% amid energy concerns
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AI data centre cooling patent filings have surged over 50% since 2019, reflecting efforts to tackle the rising energy demands of AI technologies.
AI-driven cyber threats top concern for Europe’s IT sector by 2026
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Over half of European IT pros see AI-driven cyber threats as the top concern for 2026, yet only 14% feel very prepared to handle these risks, ISACA finds.