1 in 5 organisations have had company data exposed by an employee using AI tools such as ChatGPT

<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Twenty per cent of organisations admit that an employee at their organisation has exposed company data using AI tools such as ChatGPT, according to new research. The findings were revealed in Underfunded and Under Reported: Threats, Breaches, and Budgetsreport, a survey of 250 UK CISOs conducted by independent polling agency Censuswide, which […]

Inheritance Tax Receipts reach a record breaking £7.5 billion

<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> The latest figures from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) show that inheritance tax receipts increased to £7.5 billion from March 2023 to April 2024, the highest value ever recorded. This is a £400 million increase from the same period in the previous tax year, and continues an upward trend over the last […]

US TikTok ban: How would it affect UK creators and businesses?

<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> The ongoing dispute between US lawmakers and TikTok has now reached a tipping point, with the Senate now passing a bill that will force TikTok owners to sell its stake in the company or see the app banned in the US. While we’re not going to see a ban occur anytime soon, with […]

Broadband outages costing UK economy £17.6bn – but compensation is nowhere to be seen

<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> Key findings of a productivity report launched today show that the UK economy has suffered a loss of £17.6 billion in economic output over the past 12 months due to connectivity outages. The total for London was £5.7 billion, representing just over 1% of London’s GDP. The productivity report – commissioned by […]

Black Banx’s Impact on the Fintech Industry

<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> The fintech industry may not be as big as the trillion-dollar banking industry, but it has significantly grown in the past ten years. With the ever-evolving consumer needs and the advancing technologies in banking and finance, it’s inevitable for fintech companies to shine and get a slice of the global market pie. […]

The Importance of IT Audits in Safeguarding Digital Assets and Information Security

<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> In today’s digital age, with cyber threats and security breaches becoming increasingly sophisticated and prevalent, the need for robust information technology (IT) audits to safeguard digital assets and ensure information security has never been more crucial. IT audits play a vital role in assessing the effectiveness of an organization’s IT systems and […]

Three Examples of Successful Joint Ventures Around the World

<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> The UK is something of a mecca for small businesses and for business growth, being a global financial centre with a domestic business policy that has enabled 5.5 million small businesses to develop and thrive. Not all businesses, though, are lucky enough to survive on their own. Indeed, the UK’s industrial strength […]

Unleash Your Influence: Effective Tactics to Expand Your Social Media Reach

<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful tool for individuals and brands to connect with their audience, build influence, and drive engagement. However, with the ever-increasing competition for attention on social platforms, expanding your reach and growing your influence can be a challenging task. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll […]

The Rise of Virtual Reality in Education

<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> In the past few years, virtual reality (VR) has moved beyond just being a fun thing for gaming and entered the world of education with a bang. VR isn’t just about playing games anymore; it’s become a serious tool for learning. Its ability to completely immerse us in different environments has the […]

Exploring the Relationship Between Sleep and Academic Performance

<?xml encoding=”utf-8″ ?????????> In the bustling world of academia, students often find themselves caught in a whirlwind of deadlines, exams, and extracurricular activities. Amidst this chaos, one crucial aspect tends to take a backseat: sleep. Yet, research has consistently shown that sleep plays a pivotal role in academic performance. In this article, we delve deep […]