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Ericsson unveils clientless ZTNA to boost 5G network security
Firewalls

Ericsson unveils clientless ZTNA to boost 5G network security

Ericsson launches clientless ZTNA within NetCloud SASE, enhancing secure 5G network access for contractors and BYOD users without VPNs or extra software.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Apr 2025

Global Stories

KPMG stories

TeamSystem acquires ClicData to boost AI data tools for SMEs
Software-as-a-Service

TeamSystem acquires ClicData to boost AI data tools for SMEs

TeamSystem has acquired French SaaS firm ClicData to enhance AI-driven data analytics for over 2.5 million SMEs across Europe and North America.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025
AI use rises but few see transformation as IT sourcing evolves
Digital Transformation

AI use rises but few see transformation as IT sourcing evolves

AI use nears 94% in UK and Ireland firms, yet full business transformation lags; IT outsourcing shifts as offshore activity and client demands grow.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
Discovery Consulting names Shobhit Garg as National Supply Lead
Digital Transformation

Discovery Consulting names Shobhit Garg as National Supply Lead

Discovery Consulting appoints Shobhit Garg as National Supply Chain Lead to boost digital ERP adoption among Australian manufacturers and asset-heavy industries.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025
KPMG unveils AI platform Workbench in multi-billion dollar move
Digital Transformation

KPMG unveils AI platform Workbench in multi-billion dollar move

KPMG has launched Workbench, an AI platform powered by Microsoft Azure, aiming to transform client services with multi-agent intelligence and secure data control.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Pennies appoints Martin Newman to champion everyday giving
Marketing Technologies

Pennies appoints Martin Newman to champion everyday giving

Pennies appoints Martin Newman to champion everyday micro-donations, aiming to embed charitable giving into routine UK shopping experiences.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
Echelon unveils EUR €3.5 billion Wicklow data centre projects
Supply Chain

Echelon unveils EUR €3.5 billion Wicklow data centre projects

Echelon plans EUR €3.5bn investment in two Wicklow data centres, aiming to create 3,315 jobs and boost Ireland's renewable energy and economy.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
KPMG launches AI Trust suite to aid risk & compliance efforts
Partner Programmes

KPMG launches AI Trust suite to aid risk & compliance efforts

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

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 8th May 2025
Global study reveals public trust is lagging growing AI adoption
Generative AI

Global study reveals public trust is lagging growing AI adoption

A global study reveals 66% regularly use AI, yet only 46% trust it, exposing a growing divide amid rising concerns and calls for tighter regulation.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Google enhances AI adoption with new Agentspace features
Low code & No code

Google enhances AI adoption with new Agentspace features

Google has unveiled new features for its Agentspace product to enhance AI agent adoption in businesses, promising streamlined processes and improved security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
KPMG adopts AI-driven SAP Joule to enhance consultancy services
DevOps

KPMG adopts AI-driven SAP Joule to enhance consultancy services

KPMG is set to revolutionise consulting with AI-powered SAP Joule tools, enhancing project delivery and decision-making for complex transformations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
GitHub unveils new security products for all developers
Application Security

GitHub unveils new security products for all developers

GitHub is set to enhance security for developers by launching two standalone products, Secret Protection and Code Security, from April 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

KPMG stories

Younger UK consumers more comfortable with AI in messages
Customer Experience

Younger UK consumers more comfortable with AI in messages

Research by Quadient reveals younger Brits are twice as comfortable as older generations with AI-generated communications, amid calls for greater transparency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Care & tech jobs surge as traditional roles decline in Australia
Unified Communications

Care & tech jobs surge as traditional roles decline in Australia

Australia's workforce grew 22.9% since 2014, with dramatic rises in aged care and tech roles, while traditional jobs like travel agents and farmers declined.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
Kiwis embrace AI but call for tighter rules & greater trust
Digital Transformation

Kiwis embrace AI but call for tighter rules & greater trust

A global study finds 69% of New Zealanders use AI regularly, but only 34% trust it, with 44% concerned about its risks versus benefits.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
KPMG expands AI collaboration with Google Cloud for business
Digital Transformation

KPMG expands AI collaboration with Google Cloud for business

KPMG is expanding its collaboration with Google Cloud to enhance AI capabilities in legal services and banking, transforming business operations across industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Siu Wei Lee named Sales Director for Asia Pacific at DataSnipper
Data Analytics

Siu Wei Lee named Sales Director for Asia Pacific at DataSnipper

DataSnipper has appointed Siu Wei Lee as Sales Director for Asia Pacific and Japan, strengthening its global expansion amid a £1 billion valuation.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025