Technology, once seen as the preserve of start-ups and Silicon Valley giants, is now redefining every corner of commerce. Artificial intelligence in particular is forcing even the most established family firms to ask hard questions about their future.

The biggest barrier to knowledge-sharing isn’t technology – but rather psychology and AI can help address this issue.

National security concerns are rapidly becoming a defining influence on corporate innovation strategies worldwide, according to the seventh annual International Innovation Barometer published today. The latest report by innovation funding consultancy Ayming finds that national security concerns, from geopolitical instability to supply chain vulnerabilities, have become a top priority. Over two-thirds (67%) of small, and 85% of large, businesses are now integrating national s

Over a third of SMEs (35%) say they are actively using AI technology, up from 25% in 2024 – according to research by the British Chambers...

New research from international recruitment firm, Robert Half, has revealed that nearly half (45%) of UK employers are planning to increase permanent headcount in their IT & Technology functions before the end of 2025. A further 36% are investing in contract professionals to maintain agility and address critical skills shortages in the function, with cybersecurity driving much of the demand. The findings, part of Robert Half’s latest Hiring Intentions data, show that while AI

Many SMEs are aware of the promise of AI, but few are equipped to act. While larger companies accelerate adoption, smaller firms risk...

In light of the recent cyber attacks on M&S and Co-op, businesses are being urged to improve their digital security or run the risk of cyber-attacks. That’s the warning from tech expert Juliet Moran from TelephoneSystems.Cloud who claims the UK’s small businesses are ill equipped to deal with data breaches and hacking. It comes after the news that M&S says its online services will continue to be disrupted until July, with the company expecting a fall in profits of £300m.

Deloitte Global has released the fourth edition of the Global Future of Cyber survey, which found that cybersecurity is increasingly becoming a cornerstone of many organisations’ growth strategies and business plans amidst today’s advanced and complex threat landscape. The findings from Deloitte Global’s largest cyber-related survey to date show how decision-makers are shifting their responses to cyber threats. Among other strategies, businesses are increasing the responsibil

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, family enterprises face complex challenges that require innovative solutions. With the...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries worldwide, and family businesses stand to gain significantly from its...

HLB has released its fifth annual Cybersecurity Report, providing crucial insights from over 600 senior IT professionals. This year's theme, "Cybersecurity Fundamentals," explores the pressing need for organisations to focus on essential security practices amidst a landscape of increasing vulnerabilities and evolving technological challenges. HLB undertook this research to empower organisations with the knowledge and strategies necessary to safeguard their digital assets. Thi

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month draws attention to the growing importance of digital security, new research reveals that cybersecurity is being neglected by UK CEOs, posing significant risks to businesses. A survey conducted by compliance training provider Skillcast found that only 6% of CEOs list cybersecurity as a top priority, ranking it ninth out of twelve major regulatory concerns. Despite the increasing frequency of cyberattacks and data breaches, many CEOs continue t

Wielding an estimated $150 billion purchasing power globally, Gen Z consumers – spanning those born between 1997 and 2012 – are a...

STEP, a worldwide body for professionals that help families plan for their futures, launched its Protect Your Digital Memories campaign...

Two-thirds of consumers do not trust a company after a data breach. A cybersecurity expert explains the significance of cyberattacks and ways to minimize reputational damage. Cybersecurity breaches are a significant threat to a company's financial health and its reputation. While the immediate consequences of cybercrime often involve data loss, corrupted information, and compromised accounts, the long-term implications can be far more devastating. Reputation management sho

Amid intensifying geopolitical tensions, ransomware attacks in 2024 are set to reach record levels, escalating the risks faced by companies worldwide. There is a shift toward more sophisticated extortion tactics, emphasizing the urgent need for coordinated global action and robust incident response strategies as organizations confront increasingly aggressive and persistent cyber threats, says GlobalData , a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s latest Thematic Inte

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising industries worldwide, and family businesses are no exception. Often characterised by...

New research from Advania, a leading Microsoft partner, reveals that IT complexity is hampering the progress of mid-market organisations in harnessing the full potential of new technologies. The vast majority, 81%, struggle to scale, update and future-proof their underlying tech stacks in the era of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This independent study by Censuswide, is the largest of its kind, surveying 966 mid-market IT decision-makers across organisations in the UK, Sweden,

More than half of businesses plan to adopt AI within the next two years according to the latest research findings with leading cybersecurity expert claiming that adoption of AI in businesses is both exciting and concerning. Key Findings: 57% of organisations plan to implement AI solutions. Two-thirds (66%) of organizations said that their total IT budget will be increasing in 2024. Purchase of cybersecurity solutions/services/apps (61%), were the most popular IT investments a

Stolen credentials through phishing attacks were the most common cause of cyber breaches among UK businesses last year, a new study has revealed. Cybersecurity firm IDEE commissioned an independent survey of more than 500 IT and cybersecurity professionals within UK businesses. It found that 61%) of businesses experienced a cyber breach in 2023, with 25% suffering three or more. When asked to name the cause or causes of their most recent breach, 35% said it was the result of