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Younger shoppers under 35 boost online sales but face more delivery issues, with 79% reporting problems versus 66% across all ages, says Descartes study.

Nearly half of enterprises face AI project failures due to poor data readiness, with the UK scoring lowest in AI preparedness amid legacy system challenges.

Marks and Spencer's recent ransomware attack exposed customer data, raising concerns over cyber security and highlighting the need for robust protection and swift response.

Apple will launch new accessibility features this year, including Accessibility Nutrition Labels, a Mac Magnifier app, Braille Access and an Accessibility Reader.

Cybersecurity experts warn ransomware threats are surging, targeting cloud systems and exploiting human error, amid rising attacks in the UK and beyond.

Ignition launches AutoCollect to help small service businesses automate late payment collection, streamlining invoicing and boosting cash flow management.

Creatopy appoints Thibault Imbert as Chief Product & Growth Officer, focusing on AI-driven innovation to boost product impact and market expansion.

Outpost24 enhances its External Attack Surface Management platform with Social Media and Data Leakage modules to boost threat detection across digital channels.

FICO has launched FICO Marketplace, a platform connecting businesses with data and analytics providers to boost AI-driven decision-making and operations.

KPMG launches AI Trust services with ServiceNow to help firms improve AI governance, risk management, and compliance across all stages of AI adoption.

Over 50% of enterprises now use software-driven penetration testing as their primary method to identify IT vulnerabilities, reveals Pentera survey.

Semperis launches Ready1, a platform improving cyber crisis response, addressing major communication and coordination gaps revealed in new global report.

A SAS survey reveals 60% of businesses are exploring quantum AI, despite barriers like cost, knowledge gaps, and lack of regulation hindering adoption.

Helen Johnson, Tangram's founder, urges agencies to boost transparency in client relationships, citing that 40% of clients may switch partners within six months.

New study finds consumers trust companies more when they promote human expertise over AI, especially in personalised services like healthcare and luxury goods.

Remote expands its AI-powered payroll platform to support over 100 countries, streamlining payments and HR for businesses with global teams.

Insurwave partners with Osprey Flight Solutions to integrate aviation risk data, enhancing real-time insights for insurance professionals amid growing sector challenges.

AI, robotics and automation are revolutionising global manufacturing, driving efficiency, reducing costs, and transforming the workforce across regions.

LinkedIn expands BrandLink, offering advertisers premium video content from top creators to engage over 1 billion members in the US and UK.

Moloco ranks among the world's top five mobile advertising platforms in the 2025 Singular ROI Index, joining Meta, Google, Apple Ads, and TikTok.