Machine learning (ML) stories - Page 18
A subset of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning describes the process by which a computer is ‘trained’ to recognise and react to inputs or situations without being explicitly told what those reactions should be. Applied ML in business is referred to as ‘predictive analytics’ because the analytics software is trained to respond to incoming data and provide adaptive insights. ML is among the techniques being used in pursuit of AI mimicking the human brain.
LearnUpon buys AI course creator Courseau, launches new tools
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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LearnUpon buys AI-native course builder Courseau and unveils new tools, leadership hires and offices ahead of full 2026 integration.
Pluralsight names Michael Ross as new Chief Product Officer
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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Pluralsight has hired veteran product leader Michael Ross as Chief Product Officer to steer innovation in its tech skills platform.
mhance appoints Chris Allan as chief executive officer
Tue, 27th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Microsoft partner mhance names Chris Allan as CEO to drive cloud, data and AI-led growth under private equity owner SilverTree Equity.
Spanish Point expands UK footprint with Microsoft AI role
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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physical security
Spanish Point expands UK presence after 31% revenue growth and wins rare role delivering Microsoft's 20-day AI Transformation Programmeme.
Anthropic plans Australian office in global AI push
Tue, 20th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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Anthropic is setting up an Australian office in Sydney as Claude adoption soars, anchoring a wider global expansion and hiring push.
Microsoft leads on nature in Europe's data centres
Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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hyperscale
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dc
Microsoft tops rivals for weaving nature restoration into European data centres, but report warns sector lags as AI power demand surges.
AI supercharge drives USD $3 trillion data centre boom
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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semiconductors
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
AI-driven demand is set to unleash up to USD $3 trillion in global data centre investment, doubling capacity to 200GW by 2030.
Explainer: Undersea cables quietly powering the AI revolution
Wed, 24th Dec 2025
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
Undersea fibre-optic cables, carrying 95% of international internet traffic, are expanding rapidly to support soaring AI and cloud computing data demands.
IRIS rolls out AI tool to speed UK personal tax returns
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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digital transformation
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fintech
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it automation
IRIS launches AI anomaly-checking tool for UK personal tax returns, promising to cut prep time to 90 minutes and slash errors by up to 95%.
BGF exits Optima Partners with 4x return as GCP invests in AI firm
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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data analytics
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BGF has exited Optima Partners with a 4x return as Growth Capital Partners invests to boost the AI consultancy's growth and services expansion.
Channel partners to adopt strategic roles amid AI & security shifts
Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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iot security
In 2026, IT channel partners will shift towards strategic advisory roles, guiding clients on AI adoption, integrated security, and OT compliance amid evolving demands.
SMACT Works demonstrates Oracle Cloud AI capabilities through product manager innovation
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Dublin-based SMACT Works leverages Oracle Cloud AI to swiftly develop healthcare applications, showcasing accelerated innovation and enterprise-scale solutions.
SMACT Works doubles US workforce amid major cloud & AI push
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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it automation
SMACT Works doubles its US workforce in 2025 as it advances AI, cloud and data capabilities to enhance Oracle consulting and client outcomes.
Heidi raises USD $65 million to expand AI tool for clinicians
Mon, 6th Oct 2025
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Heidi has raised USD $65 million to expand its AI tool that saves clinicians millions of hours by automating administrative tasks, boosting healthcare capacity.
AI helps cybersecurity analysts focus on complex threats, study shows
Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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A 10-month study shows AI, via ChatGPT-4, aids cybersecurity analysts in managing routine tasks, boosting focus on complex threats in live operations centres.
Meliora invests in five new generative AI startups worldwide
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Meliora Ventures has invested in five generative AI startups across the UK, Ireland, France and Australia, supporting businesses with innovative AI products and growth.
GTreasury unveils GSmart AI to streamline treasury operations
Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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risk & compliance
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api
GTreasury launches GSmart AI, an AI platform enhancing CFOs' treasury operations with secure, compliant insights and automation in volatile markets.
UK Spending Review pledges GBP £86 billion for digital growth & NHS
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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physical security
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ai
The UK Spending Review pledges GBP £86 billion to boost digital growth, transform the NHS, and increase police funding to modernise public services nationwide.
AI impact on APAC cybersecurity teams divides leaders & analysts
Thu, 15th May 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
Research reveals a stark gap in AI's impact on cybersecurity: 71% of APJ executives see gains, yet only 5% of analysts agree, highlighting trust and effectiveness issues.
Executives and analysts divided over true impact of AI in cyber
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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New Exabeam research reveals AI in cybersecurity boosts executive confidence but leaves analysts sceptical amid uneven productivity gains worldwide.