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Singapore firms hit USD $1.6 billion in global PayPal sales

Singapore firms have reached USD $1.6 billion in global PayPal sales, driven by exports in gaming, fashion, and beauty sectors to markets like the US and Mexico.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Nov 2025

Global Stories

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DevOps

Minitap raises USD $4.1 million to speed up mobile app launches

AI startup Minitap has raised USD $4.1 million to speed up mobile app development, cutting feature launch times from six weeks to just days.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025

Digital Transformation

Europe's productivity puzzle: Is outdated workplace tech to blame?

Europe's productivity stalls as many firms rely on outdated tech, with only 28% of UK workers having the tools needed for effective collaboration.

By Paul Birkett • 5 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Firewalls

AI-driven cyber attacks & deepfakes set to surge by 2026

AI-driven cyber attacks and deepfakes are set to surge by 2026, with experts warning of faster breaches and rising third-party risks challenging defenders.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

EduTech

ALS breakthrough could be worth billions for global health systems

An effective ALS treatment could create up to USD $143 billion in value over ten years, easing healthcare burdens in seven major economies including the US and UK.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025

EduTech

US, Switzerland & UK best retain soft power amid AI surge

The US, Switzerland, and UK lead in retaining soft power despite AI advances, thanks to culture, education, and scientific achievement, a global study finds.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025

Supply Chain

Holiday shoppers demand faster, greener delivery but shun extra fees

Holiday shoppers demand quick, eco-friendly delivery but resist paying extra, with UK consumers showing low confidence in on-time arrivals, survey reveals.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Affiliate marketing budgets surge as brands seek cost efficiency

Brands worldwide are boosting affiliate marketing budgets, citing its cost efficiency and stronger ROAS amid rising paid media costs, per new global research.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Nov 2025

Marketing Technologies

Early holiday shopping & AI trust reshape retail strategies

A global survey reveals shoppers increasingly expect early, personalised holiday deals and trust AI for recommendations, urging retailers to act faster and smarter.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025

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Digital Transformation

Procure AI secures USD $13 million to boost procurement automation

London-based Procure AI raised USD $13 million seed funding to expand its AI-driven procurement automation across Europe, boosting efficiency and cost savings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025

Firewalls

OVHcloud opens Berlin region with three zones for EU resilience

OVHcloud has launched a new three-zone cloud region in Berlin to boost digital sovereignty and resilience for organisations across Europe.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025

Unified Communications

Spain leads unified communications surge as EU market grows

Spain leads the EU unified communications surge with a 104% revenue rise, driven by education demand and renewed projects as the market grows in Q4 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Cloud Access Security Broker

Australian firms boost GenAI spending despite shadow AI risks

Nearly 75% of Australian firms plan to increase GenAI spending despite risks from staff-led, unregulated use of AI tools raising privacy and compliance concerns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Robotics

European schools train 12,000 pupils to build AI & startups

Across ten European countries, 12,000 pupils are learning to build AI solutions and startups to help close the continent's AI skills gap.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Clean technologies

Smaller brands drive FMCG innovation as new launches drop 20%

Innovation in European FMCG markets has dropped 20%, yet smaller brands boost sales with new products that align with consumer lifestyles and values.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025

Physical Security

UK quantum start-ups urge state fund to halt talent exodus

UK quantum start-ups warn of talent loss abroad unless government creates a Quantum Sovereign Wealth Fund to support growth-stage capital investment.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025

Internet of Things

Why a circular economy could boost Australia's industrial competitiveness

Australia aims to double its circular economy by 2035, boosting industry competitiveness through recycling, AI, and sustainable supply chains.

By Matthew Addley • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025

Ransomware

Ransomware & state threats surge in Europe, warns CrowdStrike

European organisations faced a sharp 2024 rise in ransomware and state-backed cyberattacks, with 22% of global victims, says CrowdStrike's latest report.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Nov 2025