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Snyk acquires Invariant Labs to boost AI-native app security

Snyk has acquired Invariant Labs to enhance its AI security tools, integrating new research into its AI Trust Platform to tackle emerging AI-native app threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

EduTech

Elsevier unveils Embase AI to transform biomedical data research

Elsevier launches Embase AI, a tool that halves biomedical data review time with natural language queries and transparent, up-to-date research summaries.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Semiconductors

UK & Canada sign deal to boost semiconductor innovation

The UK and Canada have signed an MoU to boost semiconductor innovation, focusing on R&D, talent development, and supply chain resilience across emerging technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

EduTech

Lantronix & Aerora partner to advance AI-powered drone systems

Lantronix and Aerora have teamed up to advance AI-powered drone systems, combining Edge AI tech to enhance navigation, imaging and real-time decision-making.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

Robotics

LuminX raises USD $5.5 million to advance AI for warehouses

LuminX raises USD $5.5 million seed funding to boost AI vision language models improving efficiency in warehouse and supply chain operations.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025

EduTech

Australian digital video ads lead APAC in engagement, but risks remain

Australia leads APAC with top digital video ad engagement but faces rising ad fraud and brand safety risks, says Integral Ad Science report.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025

EduTech

AI radiology platform launched to boost NHS cancer research

The Royal Marsden NHS Trust has launched the UK's first large-scale AI radiology platform, funded by NIHR, to advance cancer diagnosis and treatment research.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025

EduTech

Tariff turmoil drives UK firms to lengthen FX hedges in 2025

UK firms are extending FX hedge lengths in 2025 amid tariff-driven volatility, benefiting from a weaker US dollar and favourable exchange rates.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025

EduTech

Social robots tipped as future friends to tackle loneliness in elders

Research by a University of Calgary PhD student suggests social robots may help ease loneliness among seniors, offering companionship beyond traditional interventions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025

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Digital Transformation

IFS acquires TheLoops to deploy AI agents in industrial sectors

IFS acquires TheLoops to launch AI agents that autonomously boost productivity and compliance in regulated industrial sectors worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025

Semiconductors

Industrial Strategy hailed as digital, skills & supply chain reforms urged

The UK's new Industrial Strategy launches, but leaders urge urgent reforms in digital, skills, and supply chains to boost growth.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Network Infrastructure

Australian firms cite connectivity costs as barrier to 5G adoption

Australian businesses see high connectivity costs as a key barrier to 5G adoption, limiting innovation, productivity, and sustainability efforts nationwide.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Jun 2025

EduTech

Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce top anti-phishing policy

Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce the strict DMARC p=reject policy, leaving most vulnerable to phishing despite upcoming government mandates.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025

Data Protection

Proofpoint opens Singapore HQ to boost AI security in Asia-Pacific

Proofpoint has made Singapore its Asia-Pacific HQ to enhance AI-driven cybersecurity amid rising AI-enabled threats across the region.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025

Digital Entertainment

Sennheiser celebrates 80 years of audio innovation & legacy

Sennheiser celebrates 80 years of pioneering audio innovation, from the first wireless mic to the new Spectera system, shaping sound experiences worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025

Data Analytics

Sertis & Andersen Consulting unite to boost global AI reach

Sertis joins Andersen Consulting, enhancing AI-driven consulting and expanding Andersen's operational footprint in Thailand and Indonesia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025

Data Protection

Suprema renews ISO certifications to boost data protection

Suprema has renewed its ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and 27701 certifications, reinforcing its commitment to data security amid evolving digital threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025

EduTech

Kyron.bio raises EUR €5.5m to boost safer antibody therapies

Paris-based kyron.bio has raised EUR 5.5m to advance glycan-engineering tech, aiming to improve safety and efficacy of antibody therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025