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Tech executives prioritise AI, face privacy & eco concerns
Artificial Intelligence

Tech executives prioritise AI, face privacy & eco concerns

The VivaTech Confidence Barometer shows 85% of tech firms prioritising AI investment, with US executives most optimistic about national competitiveness.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
PC market analysis reveals AI & Windows 11 potential
Microsoft Windows

PC market analysis reveals AI & Windows 11 potential

According to CONTEXT's latest analysis, the PC market is facing a shaky demand downturn but may rebound by 2025 thanks to AI advancements and Windows 11 upgrades.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
Will EV charging infrastructure ever be fit for purpose?
Cartech

Will EV charging infrastructure ever be fit for purpose?

The UK's EV charging infrastructure is lagging amid shifting phase-out dates for petrol and diesel cars. Will it catch up by 2030?.

By Rolf Bienert • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
UKI SME confidence rises amidst economic optimism
Elections

UKI SME confidence rises amidst economic optimism

Vistage's latest UKI SME CEO Confidence Index reveals growing optimism among business leaders, with 62% forecasting a revenue boost in the next year ahead of the General Election.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024
APAC firms rethink cybersecurity strategies amid confidence gap
Security Information and Event Management

APAC firms rethink cybersecurity strategies amid confidence gap

A new study by LogRhythm reveals a critical disconnect between APAC security execs and customers on cyber defence efficacy, prompting strategy overhauls.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Untapped potential in payroll improves business resilience
Identity and Access Management

Untapped potential in payroll improves business resilience

Research reveals untapped potential in payroll systems to provide strategic insights for business confidence amid tough economic conditions in Australia.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Business Confidence stories

UK manufacturing SMEs could boost GDP by GBP £83bn if scaled up
Digital Transformation

UK manufacturing SMEs could boost GDP by GBP £83bn if scaled up

UK manufacturing SMEs could boost GDP by GBP £83bn if they scale, but face barriers like outdated planning and funding access, says new report.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Electronics manufacturers see 23% fall in sales & profit margins
Small Business

Electronics manufacturers see 23% fall in sales & profit margins

UK electronics manufacturers saw sales revenue and profit margins drop 23% in Q1 2025, despite a 30% overall rise in sales across other UK manufacturers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
AI accelerates identity fraud as firms overestimate defences
Fintech

AI accelerates identity fraud as firms overestimate defences

Significant rise in identity fraud targeting European firms, with 59% reporting more attacks despite 74% feeling confident in their defences, Signicat finds.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
UK tech leader confidence drops amid economic uncertainty
Digital Transformation

UK tech leader confidence drops amid economic uncertainty

Confidence among UK tech leaders has dipped, with 61% viewing conditions as neutral or poor, though 84% plan investments in AI and innovation next year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Heed the heed warning signs
Manufacturing

Heed the heed warning signs

New Zealand firms are feeling the strain as insolvencies jumped 31% in the first quarter, with construction failures up 44%.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 7th May 2025
Tariffs add to uncertainty for borrowers
Risk & Compliance

Tariffs add to uncertainty for borrowers

Borrowers face a slower economic recovery, with the Reserve Bank signalling room for further OCR cuts as tariff uncertainty clouds mortgage rates.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
UK finance leaders struggle with fragmented spend tools
IT Budget

UK finance leaders struggle with fragmented spend tools

A new report reveals that 95% of UK finance leaders struggle with global spend management due to outdated systems, hindering business growth.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Trends in the Christchurch industrial real estate market
Small Business

Trends in the Christchurch industrial real estate market

Low vacancy and scarce small units are pushing Christchurch industrial rents higher, while slower demand for large sheds is creating rare sub-lease opportunities.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024
Australian councils urged to invest in tech for trust boost
EduTech

Australian councils urged to invest in tech for trust boost

New Datacom research reveals that 70% of Australians would increase their confidence in local councils through tech investments, yet only 37% see councils as tech-savvy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024
New GBP £3.75 billion data centre planned for Hertsmere
Hyperscale

New GBP £3.75 billion data centre planned for Hertsmere

DC01UK plans to build a GBP £3.75 billion data centre in Hertsmere, aiming to cater to rising AI and cloud computing demands, creating thousands of jobs.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024
Confidence in construction returning faster than other sectors
Small Business

Confidence in construction returning faster than other sectors

Amid softer overall sentiment, 94% of construction and manufacturing SMEs expect the next year to be better, research commissioned by Prospa shows.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
Tech boosts business confidence among Australian middle-market firms
Productivity

Tech boosts business confidence among Australian middle-market firms

Technological developments fuel the confidence of Australian middle-market firms towards future growth, despite overall industry dips, finds a Pitcher Partners report.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024