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AI-driven threats set to reshape business security by 2026
Data Protection

AI-driven threats set to reshape business security by 2026

By 2026, AI-driven threats like deepfakes will force businesses to overhaul security strategies as risks from malicious actors escalate, warns DNSFilter.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Why smart IT teams should solve device management before chasing AI
Marketing Technologies

Why smart IT teams should solve device management before chasing AI

Small firms expanding remotely face device management chaos, risking compliance crises and productivity loss before AI adoption can begin properly.

By Francis Osifo • 5 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
IT's human side of cyber incidents and digital transformation
Digital Transformation

IT's human side of cyber incidents and digital transformation

In 2026, successful cyber incident response and digital transformation hinge on human clarity and calm, despite rapid AI and tech advances reshaping IT landscapes.

By Amanda Doucette-Lachapelle • 5 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
AI adoption to double ROI by 2026 amid rising cloud costs
DevOps

AI adoption to double ROI by 2026 amid rising cloud costs

AI adoption is set to double ROI by 2026 as businesses move to focused integration amid security challenges, says Harness Field CTO Martin Reynolds.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
AI reshapes CFO challenges as investor scrutiny shifts focus
Data Analytics

AI reshapes CFO challenges as investor scrutiny shifts focus

Q4 says that as AI reshapes CFO roles, finance chiefs are facing detailed questions on AI strategies, capital allocation, and future compliance costs.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Quantum threats to drive overhaul of cybersecurity by 2026
Malware

Quantum threats to drive overhaul of cybersecurity by 2026

Quantum cyber threats force organisations to urgently adopt post-quantum cryptography and strengthen critical infrastructure defences by 2026.

By Jake MacAndrew • 5 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
AI & data standards set to transform global music industry
Data governance

AI & data standards set to transform global music industry

AI and data standards are set to transform the global music industry by 2026, ensuring transparent royalties and efficient workflows amid rising AI-generated content.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Beyond the booking: How travel brands will win customers in 2026
Customer Experience

Beyond the booking: How travel brands will win customers in 2026

APAC's travel sector moves beyond recovery, focusing on trust and loyalty as key to winning customers in 2026 amid rising acquisition costs.

By Adam Furness • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

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Building trust in AI-driven subscription services in 2026
Customer Experience

Building trust in AI-driven subscription services in 2026

In 2026, transparency in AI is vital for subscription services to build trust, ensure fairness, and maintain customer loyalty amid rising ethical concerns.

By Mike Galyen • 5 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
CPaaS set to surpass contact centres as data & RCS evolve
Unified Communications

CPaaS set to surpass contact centres as data & RCS evolve

By 2026, CPaaS may surpass traditional contact centres as RCS adoption and AI drive automated, interactive customer engagement experiences.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Upcoming London exchange targets established growth companies
Stock Exchange

Upcoming London exchange targets established growth companies

London launches the Global Growth Market, a new stock exchange to ease public listing for established growth firms, with trading slated for 2026.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
How to overcome the acoustic constraints of modern meeting room design
Unified Communications

How to overcome the acoustic constraints of modern meeting room design

Modern meeting rooms with sleek designs face acoustic issues due to reverberation; advanced audio tech and design collaboration aim to improve clarity.

By Nancy Knowlton • 4 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Top cybersecurity shifts FIRST experts say will define 2026
Multi-factor authentication

Top cybersecurity shifts FIRST experts say will define 2026

Experts from FIRST warn that in 2026, rising cybersecurity risks driven by AI complexity and infrastructure limits demand stronger policies and resilience.

By Chris Gibson • 6 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Manchester summit explores AI, data & creativity in marketing
DevOps

Manchester summit explores AI, data & creativity in marketing

Over 100 marketing leaders convened in Manchester to explore AI, data, and creativity shaping the future of marketing technology in 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Zopa launches GBP £1 minimum investment accounts with Upvest
Fintech

Zopa launches GBP £1 minimum investment accounts with Upvest

Zopa teams with Upvest to launch investment accounts with a GBP £1 minimum, aiming to make investing accessible to millions of UK savers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Marketers struggle to personalise Black Friday offers despite need
Customer Experience

Marketers struggle to personalise Black Friday offers despite need

Nearly all marketers see personalisation as vital for Black Friday, yet 27% struggle to tailor offers, risking customer loyalty and sales opportunities.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
2026: Payments in Singapore are about to get more personal, more portable and more purposeful
Crypto

2026: Payments in Singapore are about to get more personal, more portable and more purposeful

By 2026, Singapore's payments will become more personal, portable and purposeful, with AI-driven security and mobile solutions reshaping retail experiences.

By Ben Wong • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025