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Tackling the financial services talent shortage: Key to driving digital transformation
Data Analytics

Tackling the financial services talent shortage: Key to driving digital transformation

The financial services sector in the UK is grappling with a severe talent shortage, as 160,000 workers need upskilling to drive essential digital transformation.

By Chris Livesey • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024
UK tech executives confident in AI skills but ROI concerns persist
Unified Communications

UK tech executives confident in AI skills but ROI concerns persist

A new AI survey reveals 85% of UK tech leaders hail their AI skills but face budget, talent, and complexity barriers, with mixed ROI views.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
AI will significantly impact supply chains, industry debate finds
Unified Communications

AI will significantly impact supply chains, industry debate finds

Over 150 supply chain leaders from Sainsbury's, Nestle, and more attended SCALA's annual debate on AI's impact. Polling showed shop floor roles most affected.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Experts urge government action on AI misinformation regulation
Artificial Intelligence

Experts urge government action on AI misinformation regulation

AI-generated misinformation is sparking regulatory calls in the UK, as satirical deepfakes and digital policy gaps threaten democracy and tech leadership.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Addressing the IT skills gap in the UK
DevOps

Addressing the IT skills gap in the UK

The UK's IT skills gap is stifling business growth and innovation. With 531,200 vacancy shortages, businesses must act swiftly to bridge this critical divide.

By Manish Naik • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024

Global Stories

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Global enterprises struggling with AI talent shortage
Data Protection

Global enterprises struggling with AI talent shortage

More than a third of global enterprises are struggling to attract essential AI and data talent, jeopardising their AI ambitions, an IDC study reveals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
Unlocking the ingenuity of the crowd: Winning the war on cybercrime
DevOps

Unlocking the ingenuity of the crowd: Winning the war on cybercrime

Enterprises are prioritising security over digital transformation as cybercrime's global cost approaches USD $9.5 trillion. Is crowdsourced security the answer?.

By Sajeeb Lohani • 8 min read • Sat, 27th Jul 2024
Exclusive: Outsized's Sarah Kahlau on ANZ's flexible talent solutions
Insurance

Exclusive: Outsized's Sarah Kahlau on ANZ's flexible talent solutions

Sarah Kahlau, MD of Outsized ANZ, discusses the firm's strategic expansion, flexible talent solutions, and unique human-first approach in a high-growth region.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2024
Campaign management software market to reach $10.2B by 2034
Customer Relationship Management

Campaign management software market to reach $10.2B by 2034

The global campaign management software market is set to soar to USD$4.8 billion by 2024 and may reach USD$10.2 billion by 2034, driven by AI and cloud innovations.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
Study shows artists & designers embrace AI despite fears
EduTech

Study shows artists & designers embrace AI despite fears

Eight in ten artists worry AI will take their jobs, yet many are embracing its benefits, recognising it as essential for future generations, research finds.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
Fortinet report highlights global cybersecurity skills shortage
Firewalls

Fortinet report highlights global cybersecurity skills shortage

Fortinet's latest report reveals a global cybersecurity skills shortage, with 90% of organisations facing breaches, emphasising urgent needs for training and resources.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Kaspersky launches new course on Windows digital forensics
Cybersecurity

Kaspersky launches new course on Windows digital forensics

Kaspersky introduces a Windows digital forensics course to empower InfoSec professionals with essential skills in detecting and analysing digital evidence.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
97% of cyber security teams using AI tools, says report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

97% of cyber security teams using AI tools, says report

A new Check Point Software report reveals over 97% of security teams are using AI tools, enhancing response rates and reducing data loss amid a critical skills gap.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Skills shortage stories

ACS Victoria launches workshop for skilled migrant spouses
Skills shortage

ACS Victoria launches workshop for skilled migrant spouses

The Australian Computer Society's new workshop series in Victoria aims to help skilled migrant spouses navigate the local ICT job market, addressing employment challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
SoftServe study shows global gap in generative AI success
Generative AI

SoftServe study shows global gap in generative AI success

While 22% of firms globally effectively utilise Gen AI, a SoftServe study highlights prevailing data and skill gaps, reflecting similar trends in Singapore.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
NZ Government urged to lead in tackling cyber challenges
Security Information and Event Management

NZ Government urged to lead in tackling cyber challenges

Splunk's VP is urging the New Zealand Government to establish consistent standards and centralised investment to avoid evolving cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
MiR partners with Sonic Automation to boost Thai industry
IT Automation

MiR partners with Sonic Automation to boost Thai industry

Mobile Industrial Robots partners with Sonic Automation in Thailand to address workforce shortages with AI-powered autonomous mobile robots, aiming to boost productivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024