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A global shift sees companies turning to older freelancers for specialised skills, with 45% of firms reporting an increase in those aged 55 and over.

Seventeen countries, including the UK, France, Japan, and Italy, have adopted a new Code of Practice to regulate commercial cyber intrusion capabilities responsibly.

A new study by AutoRek reveals that 90% of the payments sector still relies on outdated systems, risking inefficiency and regulatory compliance.

Applied EV and Oxa have teamed up to accelerate the deployment of autonomous vehicles, combining innovative technology to tackle industry challenges.

Singapore-based Pepper Cloud has won the Google AI Trailblazers Transformation Award 2024 for its innovative WhatsApp Sales CRM, as it expands into global markets.

Nétive VMS has secured an investment from Fortino Capital and appointed Mikael Lindmark as CEO, aiming to expand its presence in international markets.

Global spending on generative AI is set to soar to USD $644 billion by 2025, marking a 76.4% increase from the previous year, according to Gartner.

A recent global survey by Western Digital reveals that 79% of consumers back up their data, driven by fears of loss and data security concerns.

SonicWall has announced a remarkable financial surge, reporting a 68% rise in managed security services bookings, driven by expanded partner collaborations.

Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.

The Data Centre Alliance has appointed Mike Meyer to its Executive Board to focus on talent acquisition and workforce development in the UK data centre sector.

Thales' 2025 Digital Trust Index reveals plummeting consumer trust in digital services, with 82% abandoning brands due to data privacy fears.

A significant data breach at spyware firm SpyX has reportedly affected nearly two million individuals, including thousands of Apple users, raising serious concerns.

Airwallex has partnered with Discover Global Network to enhance payment options for merchants in key regions, boosting flexibility and reducing cart abandonment.

New research from Westcon-Comstor reveals that 85% of channel partners prioritise enhancing cloud capabilities, yet many admit to feeling unprepared to meet demand.

Legend AI has partnered with T&B Media Global to help artists protect and monetise their AI-generated work, enhancing digital legacies across Southeast Asia.

A recent study by ZeroBounce reveals the US leads globally in online fraud risk, with a staggering score of 64.2 and 83% of incidents occurring digitally.

Dote has appointed Denise Namakando as Managing Director for the UK and Ireland, marking a key step in its plans for international expansion and product launch.

A recent Outpayce study reveals that over 70% of travellers prioritise payment security over discounts, highlighting growing concerns over cyber fraud in travel.

Vertiv has joined forces with Tecogen to provide advanced natural gas-powered chillers to data centres, addressing rising energy demands amid AI growth.