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Dan Wensley named new CEO to drive global GTIA initiatives

Dan Wensley has been appointed CEO of the Global Technology Industry Association, aiming to boost member growth and global IT community engagement.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 7th May 2025

Data Analytics

Matillion launches Data Productivity Cloud on Snowflake

Matillion has launched its Data Productivity Cloud on Snowflake Marketplace, enhancing data integration and AI features for customers in the Snowflake ecosystem.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025

Application Programming Interface

UiPath acquires Peak to boost vertical AI solutions

UiPath has acquired Manchester-based AI firm Peak, aiming to enhance its vertical AI solutions and expand its market presence across various industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2025

Unified Communications

Markerstudy partners to enhance UK data centre infrastructure

Schneider Electric and on365 are upgrading Markerstudy Group's data centre infrastructure across the UK, enhancing efficiency and sustainability efforts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025

eCommerce

PushON appoints Liam Gibson to lead business development

PushON in Manchester has appointed Liam Gibson as its new Business Development Manager, aiming to enhance growth in its eCommerce and digital marketing services.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2025

YouTube

KOMI Group reports 45% annual turnover growth in 2025

KOMI Group has announced a remarkable 45% rise in annual turnover, bolstered by a 77% surge in Q4 revenues, as the Manchester-based digital media firm plans US expansion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Manchester stories

Software-as-a-Service

ANS refreshes partner programmes to boost digital, cloud growth

ANS revamps its partner programmes to support digital and cloud growth, offering tailored services and flexibility amid shifting managed services and cloud markets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025

Small Business

UK small businesses face deeper crisis than Covid, study warns

Over half of UK small business leaders find today's economy tougher than the Covid peak, with many fearing closure from one more cost hike.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025

Digital Transformation

Neighbourly & Microsoft train UK charities in essential AI skills

Neighbourly, Microsoft and Onside have trained over 150 UK charity reps in AI skills to bridge the tech gap between charities and private firms.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025

Supply Chain

Shipster & Huxloe team up to enhance parcel management for eCommerce

Shipster and Huxloe have partnered to offer eCommerce retailers enhanced parcel management, combining shipping software with multi-carrier delivery services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Jul 2025

Artificial Intelligence

AI-powered PR app launched to boost small business visibility

The PR Mastery App uses AI to help UK SMEs create press releases and gain media coverage affordably, bypassing costly traditional PR agencies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Artificial Intelligence

THG Studios to offer festive campaign secrets at Christmas in July

THG Studios in Manchester will share expert festive campaign insights at its 'Christmas in July' open day, co-hosted by TikTok and WGSN, to help brands excel.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2025

Customer Experience

Majority of Britons back fines for long customer call waits

A survey reveals 62% of Britons support fining companies for long hold times, with older consumers especially backing penalties amid rising costs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jun 2025

DevOps

Ekco acquires Predatech to boost UK cyber security services

Ekco has acquired Manchester cyber security firm Predatech, expanding its pen testing services and opening its first northern England office in the UK.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025

Software-as-a-Service

Sync achieves strong 2024 growth & wins four UK frameworks

Manchester-based Sync reported a 17.5% revenue rise and 46.7% boost in software sales for 2024, securing four new UK national framework contracts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025

Digital Transformation

Cantarus expands CRM services with acquisition of FlexRM

Cantarus acquires London-based CRM specialist FlexRM to enhance digital services for sectors including non-profits, public sector, and membership organisations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Apr 2025

Social Media

KOMI Group promotes key executives amidst strong growth

KOMI Group from Manchester has promoted three executives as it celebrates a 45% surge in annual turnover, supporting its ambitious growth strategy.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

Unified Communications

Unreliable broadband hinders UK remote workers' productivity

Research by Broadband Genie reveals that unreliable broadband is hindering remote workers' productivity in UK cities, with London and Belfast facing the worst connectivity issues.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sun, 16th Mar 2025

eCommerce

Valentine's Day spend rises 69% despite budget concerns

Valentine's Day spending in the UK surged by 69.2% in 2025, driven by a rise in budget-friendly gifting and a growing trend for locally crafted presents.

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