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Survey finds sharp rise in online abuse of US women

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Online abuse of US women has surged, with over a quarter reporting harassment and LGBTQ+ and non-white women facing the highest risks.
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Ransomware attacks surge 50% as industrial firms hit hardest

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Global ransomware attacks jump 50% to 7,874 in 2025, with industrial firms bearing the brunt as criminal groups reshuffle their tactics.
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One in four US women face rising tide of online abuse

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More than one in four US women report online abuse, with LGBTQ+ and non-white women hardest hit amid rising fears over data-fuelled harassment.
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Study finds 'Are you sure?' rarely improves AI replies

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New TELUS Digital research finds asking AI assistants “Are you sure?” seldom boosts accuracy and can even make correct answers worse.
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Study finds AI-generated code far buggier than human work

Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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AI-written code introduces 1.7 times more bugs than human work, a CodeRabbit study warns, with security and performance flaws surging.
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CoachHub launches global AI coaching tool AIMY for tailored professional growth

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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CoachHub has launched AIMY, a global AI coaching tool providing tailored, continuous professional development for employees at all levels worldwide.
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What are professional services? (examples + key statistics)

Mon, 25th Mar 2024
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apm
The professional services industry, valued at $6.02tn in 2022, incorporates diverse sectors from supply chain management to cybersecurity consulting.
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BroadSign Mobile used to bridge DOOH with smartphones in retail

Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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BroadSign's Mobile offering is being used by Xprnc Media to engage with consumers, providing product information, coupons and discounts.