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Amber Technology presents AVer's innovative charging carts
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AVer debuts a new range of charging carts, the E12, E32c+, and E24c+, offering a secure, efficient solution for simultaneous device charging in commercial, educational, and healthcare sectors.
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Exclusive: How New Era Technology is focusing on the cloud
2 days ago
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New Era Technology, a global service provider, is strategically leveraging cloud technologies and AI, enabling businesses and educational institutions to focus on their primary activities.
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FPT & NVIDIA partner to develop AI & Cloud services hub
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FPT, a global IT firm, announces a $200m partnership with NVIDIA to build a one-stop shop for AI and Cloud services, aiming to make Vietnam an emerging AI hub and foster a skilled future workforce.
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Digital poverty impacts one-fifth of UK's children, reveals Deloitte study
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New research from Deloitte and the Digital Poverty Alliance reveals that 20% of UK children are suffering from the effects of digital inequality, exacerbated by ongoing economic uncertainty.
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Aqua Security celebrates consecutive year of channel growth
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Aqua Security marks yet another year of substantial channel growth, reinforcing its place as the ultimate choice for service providers and partners.
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NextWork raises $2.3m to upskill displaced workers
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NextWork, an EdTech startup, offers a unique adaptive platform for quick upskilling, starting with a free AWS Certification course.
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Code Institute launches Spring Scholarship Fund for developers
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Code Institute has launched the Spring Scholarship Fund of €250,000 to financially support aspiring global developers and promote diversity within technology and AI-centric roles.
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Building the cyber defences needed to ward off attacks
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A surge in cyberattacks prompts Australia to strengthen their digital defence, aiming to utilise education and a 'human factor' to thwart attacks amid rising hacker innovation.
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Colt DCS expands hyperscale services with new West London site
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Colt DCS is set to expand its hyperscale services with the acquisition of land in Hayes, West London, to extend its existing facility, boosting the IT capacity.
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How esports is improving career prospects for growing numbers of students
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Esports' integration into curricula is elevating students' career prospects by equipping them with crucial transferrable skills like teamwork, communication, and critical thinking, and exposing them to a myriad of job opportunities.
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Atturra partners with Brisbane Grammar School for transformative IT solution
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Atturra, a top IT firm, has struck a multi-year deal to provide Brisbane Grammar School with a Microsoft Dynamics 365-based Student Information System to enhance administrative processes and educational delivery.
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Exclusive: How Portt is seeing the procurement landscape evolve
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Silvério Governo of Portt discusses the company's innovative approach to procurement and spend management, addressing sector-specific challenges and leveraging technology.
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Jamf unveils new toolkit to optimise Apple tech in businesses & schools
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Jamf showcased an array of new offerings to assist enterprises in maximising their tech investments, including a compliance dashboard and Compliance Editor tool. The tools aim to enforce compliance regulations on Apple devices and enhance overall security efficiency.
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City University partners with Vested to support new talent
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City, University of London partners with financial services consultancy Vested to deliver a series of initiatives to support new talent joining the industry.
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New CIC Tech Channel Ambassadors targets IT skills gap
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Tech Channel Ambassadors strives to boost the UK IT industry's profile and inclusivity, targeting recruitment of 100,000 diverse individuals.
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Kacific & Microsoft partner to bridge Asia Pacific's digital divide
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Kacific Broadband Satellites and Microsoft partner to provide high-speed internet to 750 rural educational and healthcare facilities across Asia Pacific.
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TCS Sustainathon Malaysia 2024 challenges STEM gender gap
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Over 200 Malaysian students from 30 universities joined Tata Consultancy Services' Sustainathon, developing innovative strategies aimed at bridging the gender gap in STEM fields.
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Japanese SMBs see AI benefits but fret over security
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Japanese SMBs express optimism about AI's potential to improve operational efficiency, according to Barracuda Networks.
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Digital Poverty Alliance warns of rising UK digital divide
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DPA warns incoming UK government of escalating digital poverty, with an estimated 19 million, including one in seven adults and one in five children, suffering from the issue.
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Ingram Micro partners with Meta to boost VR technology reach
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Ingram Micro has joined forces with Meta to provide its resellers with advanced VR solutions, set to transform industries through immersive learning and work experiences.
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CIH Solutions to modernise WCG's IT operations with Halo platform
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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CIH Solutions partners with WCG to implement the Halo ITSM platform, promising enhanced IT services efficiency and modernisation across Midlands' education sector.
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Zscaler's 2024 report examines AI use & rising security risks
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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Zscaler's 2024 AI Security Report shows a 600% surge in enterprise use of AI/ML tools despite the increasing risk of accidental data breaches.
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Intelliworx launches AI education campaign in light of NVIDIA's success
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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Intelliworx unveils AI education drive to familiarise firms with high-value AI investment opportunities and necessary foundations for actualising them.
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Transforming legal firms into tech-savvy visionaries – the paradox
Tue, 26th Mar 2024
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Despite acknowledging the benefits of technology, conservatism in legal firms is impeding the adoption of AI and legal tech tools; ongoing education and real-world examples may be the remedy.