Blancco Technology Group, the industry standard in data erasure and mobile lifecycle solutions, today released new research on how regulations, AI, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals are transforming enterprise data disposition. Among key findings, the report shows that stolen drives and devices are a more common method of …
Read More »Retailers cite fixed broadband as main blocker to consistent in-store service and poor CX
Ericsson has published the latest findings from its Sector in Focus: Connecting Retail report, which explores the challenges retailers currently face and how connectivity solutions can help address them. The report found that 48% of retailers cited networking and IT as the biggest frustration, ahead of budget (40%) and staffing …
Read More »Channel partners in demand as UK CISOs plan 2025 cloud security investment
According to new research by Westcon-Comstor, cybersecurity leaders at large enterprises in the UK are planning to ramp up spending on cloud security in 2025 and want channel partners to help them maximise their return on investment. The global technology provider and specialist distributor surveyed 500 CISOs (Chief Information Security …
Read More »Security threats top concerns for UK SMEs
JumpCloud’s SME IT Trends Report Q1 2025 has found that 61% of small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) regard security as their biggest challenge in 2025. Forty-five per cent of surveyed organisations have suffered a cyber security attack, and bad actors are again favouring phishing in targeting these organisations, accounting for …
Read More »Most businesses “overconfident and underprepared” for 2025 cyber threats
Gemserv has published the findings of its latest CISO report, ‘The Future CISO’. The report has been compiled after its second annual survey of chief information security officers (CISOs) at 200 large UK & EU enterprises, across sectors including financial services, energy, retail, IT and manufacturing. Most leadership boards expect …
Read More »New Tech Confidence Index reveals optimism for 2025 amid concerns over government policy
TechMarketView, a leading tech analyst and advisory firm, has revealed that the majority (60%) of UK tech businesses are forecasting a better 2025, despite 56% currently reporting poor or neutral conditions. In a survey of 250 business leaders, including CEOs, VPs, MDs and Sales and Finance heads, TechMarketView sought opinions …
Read More »AI survey reveals scepticism towards Big Tech and strong support for regulation
A survey of experts, marketers and influencers working in AI, conducted by CommsCo PR, has unveiled attitudes towards artificial intelligence (AI) and big tech companies. The findings reveal a growing distrust in technology giants and a clear demand for stricter regulatory measures, as well as a cautionary expectation as to …
Read More »Remote service, cybersecurity and business strategy highlighted as key areas boosted by AI
In July, Espria hosted its Optimise 2024 Q3 webinar, which focussed on supporting operational teams and services with AI-driven tools and featured discussions with some of their key solutions partners from, Gamma, Sophos, Xerox and TP-Link. These industry leaders came together in an open forum to discuss AI in the workplace, …
Read More »Would you spot a deepfake? Research suggests not all Britons are sure
With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, AI-powered threats are evolving at an unprecedented pace. Security teams are particularly wary, with 93% of cybersecurity professionals expecting AI-powered tools to negatively impact their organisation within the next 12 months. High-profile cases of malicious GenAI deepfake use are now becoming …
Read More »Majority of UK consumers ‘hacking’ customer service to avoid automated chatbots
ServiceNow, the AI platform for business transformation, has highlighted the challenges brands face in dealing with today’s tech-savvy consumers, with almost four out of five people (77%) looking up tips and ‘hacks’ online to avoid speaking to a chatbot when engaging with customer service. Just under three-quarters (73%) also turn …
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