Finland and EU Unveil Major Initiative to Unlock up to €2 Billion for Global Digitalisation Projects
Finnish development financier Finnfund is partnering with the European Union to launch the EU’s largest-ever guarantee scheme for the digital sector. Through the EU Finnfund Global Connected Guarantee initiative, the EU will provide €222 million in guarantees to support Finnfund’s investments, helping to mobilise as much as €2 billion for digitalisation projects across Africa, Asia…
Infosys Launches AI-First Model to Transform Global Capability Centres into Enterprise Innovation Engines
The new offering applies Infosys Agentic Foundry, the EdgeVerve AI Next platform and Infosys Topaz™ to integrate production-grade agentic AI across GCC operations, from initial setup through to scale. It builds on Infosys’ experience of more than 100 engagements with GCCs across industries, including the setup and management of centres for organisations such as Lufthansa…
UK Technology Scale-Ups Lag on Board Gender Diversity Despite Support
More than a third of the UK’s fastest-growing technology scale-ups lack any female representation at board level, according to a new study from global growth consultancy Think & Grow. The research highlights a significant gender gap in leadership, despite 94% of UK board members and key decision makers recognising the importance of a diverse company…
Why Smaller Communities Deserve Full Fibre Broadband
For too long, residents in smaller towns and villages across the UK have been stuck with outdated broadband while cities get the best connections. Large providers like BT, Sky, and Talk Talk continue to sell part copper-based services in smaller communities, relying on infrastructure designed for telephone calls in the 1970s, not modern internet demands….
Ondine Biomedical Enters $50B Global ICU Anti-Infectives Market
Ondine Biomedical has announced its entry into the $50 billion global ICU anti-infectives market with its Steriwave nasal photodisinfection therapy, following promising study results from the Royal Columbian Hospital in Canada. The ICU pilot study showed that Steriwave achieved an 80% relative risk reduction in pathogen colonisation — a fourfold reduction compared to controls. ICU-acquired…
Sustainable Creativity: How Digital Magazine Mockups Reduce Waste and Save Resources
In today’s fast-paced design world, creativity often comes at a cost—both financially and environmentally. Traditional print mockups for magazines involve printing multiple prototypes, consuming paper, ink, and other resources. Digital solutions, however, offer an eco-friendly alternative. Using a magazine mockup not only streamlines your design process but also contributes to a more sustainable workflow. The Environmental Advantage…
Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy Concludes the World’s First Quantum Maritime Conference
Abu Dhabi Maritime Academy (ADMA), part of AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS) and the region’s premier institution for maritime education, has successfully concluded the Quantum Maritime Conference 2025 — the world’s first global event dedicated to integrating quantum technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and maritime innovation. Held from 8–9 October 2025 at the Academy’s advanced Abu…
Cardiff Airport Marks Nearly Ten Years of Sustainable Bird Control with AVIX Laser Technology
Cardiff Airport is celebrating almost a decade of success using the AVIX Handheld Laser Bird Deterrent to maintain safe airfield operations and minimise the risk of bird strikes. Bird species such as gulls, rooks, ravens, jackdaws, crows, and the occasional flocks of geese present ongoing challenges for airfield safety teams. Traditional deterrents often prove less…
Which Industries Benefit the Most from Mobile Threat Defense Solutions?
Mobile technology has entirely changed how businesses operate. The smartphones and tablets have become the means through which employees, customers, and stakeholders conduct nearly all their activities, including communication, transactions, and the exchange of data. This transformation has brought unprecedented convenience and efficiency; however, it has come with new challenges. The connectivity of mobile devices…
Ransomware Attacks Rise for the First Time in Three Years, Fuelled by Emerging Technology
Ransomware attacks impacted 24% of organisations in 2025, up from 18.6% in 2024 77% of CISOs identify AI-powered phishing as a significant and emerging threat Only 46% of organisations hold ransomware insurance, down from 54.6% in 2024 New research by leading cybersecurity provider Hornetsecurity reveals that a quarter (24%) of businesses reported falling victim to…
