This $3.5b Security Company Pays For Employees to Have Drinks Together After 3pm
Verkada, valued at $3.5 billion, initiated the program in April last year, and approximately 1,800 employees have participated at least once.
Chinese Women Are Ditching Real Men For 'Perfect' AI Boyfriends Instead
Glow, a free app in China's expanding human-robot relations industry, facilitates friendly and even romantic interactions. MiniMax, the creators of Glow, reported a surge in daily downloads, reaching the thousands.
NCSC Reiterates Increased Cyber Vigilance for Companies While Lauding NCA's LockBit Crackdown
NCA with other international organisations seized control of LockBit ransomware's technical infrastructure, aiming to diminish its threat to the UK and the world.
What Does UK Entering Recession After Steeper-Than-Expected Fall In GDP Mean For Brits
While recessions of the past, notably during the global financial crisis of 2008-2009, were protracted and severe, indications suggest that this downturn may be milder and short-lived.
UK Invests £7.4 Million in Global Space Exploration Projects
The Space Science and Exploration Bilateral Programme will facilitate collaborations between British universities and international space agencies.
Israeli Startup KTrust Disrupts Kubernetes Security with Proactive Red Teaming Approach
Rather than simply scanning clusters for known vulnerabilities, KTrust employs an automated system that actively attempts to penetrate the system, mimicking real-world attack scenarios.
UK and Ukraine Extend Tariff-Free Trade Agreement to Aid Ukrainian Businesses
The agreement, which covers the majority of goods, is extended for an additional five years, providing much-needed economic support to Ukrainian businesses impacted by the war.
Bollegraaf Group and Greyparrot Ink Strategic Partnership to Revolutionise Waste Management with AI
Bollegraaf and Greyparrot united expertise in machinery and AI, aiming to enhance waste management amidst rising regulatory demands.
Barratt to Acquire Redrow in Landmark £2.5 Billion Deal
Barratt, the nation's largest housebuilder, has finalised a deal to acquire its smaller counterpart, Redrow, for an impressive sum exceeding £2.5 billion.
Study Links PCOS to Potential Memory and Cognitive Decline: Insights from UCSF Researchers
PCOS, a chronic hormonal endocrine disorder affecting about 116 million women globally, has long been associated with a myriad of health complications and now is linked to cognitive decline in middle age.
Welsh Government Takes Action Following Damning Report on South Wales Fire and Rescue Service
Following a report highlighting inappropriate behaviour within the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, the Welsh government has announced its intervention.
Unemployment Rate in the UK: Official Figures Show Potential Discrepancy
The new data, derived from experimental results within the Labour Force Survey, could potentially exert pressure on the Bank of England to reconsider any immediate plans for interest rate cuts.
Company Loses $25 Million in Deepfake Scam Amid Global Rise in Fraudulent Activities
The elaborate scam involving a deepfake video conference call came to light following a phishing attempt after which Hong Kong police launched a probe into the scam.
House of Lords Report Urges UK Government to Reevaluate AI Safety Focus
The NCSC pointed out the current exploitation of AI in malicious cyber activities and the anticipated amplification of cyberattacks, particularly in the realm of ransomware.
The Browser Company Unveils Ambitious Plans for AI-Powered Web Browsing
The tool allows users to instruct the browser regarding their search criteria, with the promise that the browser will autonomously crawl the web and present relevant information.
Shell Reports 2023 Profits of $28.25 Billion Amid Market Shifts
The company's shift towards trading more in liquefied natural gas (LNG) and increased production offset reduced earnings from refining and oil trading, along with higher operating costs.
CMA Research Reveals Insights into UK Labour Market Competition and Power
The report's focus encompassed the concentration of employers, the prevalence of non-compete clauses and the recent surge in hybrid working arrangements.
Artificial Intelligence to Amplify Global Ransomware Threat, Warns UK Government Agency
The NCSC has warned that AI integration in cyber operations will likely intensify the global ransomware threat in the next two years, as per a new report.
Storm Isha Ravages UK, Leaving Thousands Without Power And Two Dead
Scotland, Northern Ireland, north-west England, and Wales were particularly hard-hit, with remote areas warned of potential power outages until Tuesday.
COP28 Agreement Faces Credibility Test Amidst Fossil Fuel Expansion Concerns
Pedro Pedroso, the outgoing president of the G77 plus China bloc of developing countries, expressed concerns in an interview, warning that the landmark deal achieved at last year's climate talks in Dubai could be at risk.
UK Economic Revival Predicted: Falling Inflation and Tax Cuts Set Stage for Growth
A recent study conducted by the EY Item Club, a prominent forecasting body sponsored by EY, suggests that the nation is poised for a resurgence in the latter half of the year.
University of California Scientists Unleashes AI to Predict Chemotherapy Resistance in Cancer
The study, led by Dr Trey Ideker, a professor in the Department of Medicine at UC San Diego School of Medicine, showcases the potential of artificial intelligence in unravelling the complexities of cancer drug responses.
UK Government's Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) Bolsters Global Security with Record Investments
The CSSF, led by the Cabinet Office, addresses threats to UK national security emanating from overseas, focusing on conflict, transnational threats and hostile state activities.
Kiln Emerges Victorious Amid Crypto Downturn, Secures $17M Funding in 2023
According to data from PitchBook, VC investments in crypto companies witnessed a staggering 68% drop in 2023 compared to the robust figures seen in 2022.
Computacenter Secures £150 Million Contract to Revolutionise Defence Ministry's Fight Against Cyberattacks
The comprehensive deal covers over 220,000 devices used by MOD personnel globally, with the primary goal of improving performance standards and access speed across laptops, desktops, peripherals and software applications.
United Nations Chief Urges Swift Action to Safeguard Against Unchecked AI Growth
Speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos, Guterres drew parallels between the risks associated with AI and those posed by the climate crisis.
Unexpected Surge in UK Inflation Poses Challenges for Bank of England's Monetary Policy
The United Kingdom experienced an unexpected rise in inflation to 4.0 per cent in December, marking the first increase in the past 10 months.
Major UK Supermarkets Slash Prices on Aptamil Baby Formula Amidst CMA Investigation
This move follows similar initiatives by Sainsbury's and Iceland to address concerns about the vulnerability of formula products to price shocks.
The NHS Staffing Crisis: Bill for Temporary Workers Surpasses £10 Billion Annually
Recent figures indicate that the annual bill for hiring such personnel has skyrocketed to over £10 billion, raising concerns and calls for immediate action from ministers.
Microsoft Unveils Comprehensive Strategy for Copilot, Targeting Consumer and Enterprise Markets
The company's umbrella brand for AI technologies, Copilot, has seen early success, with over 40 per cent of Fortune 100 companies participating in its early access program.
