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Brevo raises EUR €500 million to expand AI & US presence

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Brevo has raised EUR €500 million, reaching unicorn status to boost AI capabilities and expand its US presence, targeting EUR €1 billion revenue by 2030.
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Leaders to prioritise clarity & trust as AI faces major reset

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Business and tech leaders will prioritise clarity and trust in AI, focusing on targeted adoption and transparent communication amid rising security risks.
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Northamber acquires Nuvias UC hardware unit for GBP £7.1 million

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Northamber has acquired Nuvias UC’s hardware unit for GBP £7.1 million, boosting its audio-visual and unified communications capabilities amid sector growth.
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Paragon secures EUR €585 million to fund global growth & tech

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Paragon secures EUR €585 million refinancing to fund global expansion and advance AI and cloud technologies, targeting new markets and growth.
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Canadian M&A set to surge in 2026 as startups gain at home

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Canadian merger and acquisition activity is set to surge in 2026 as domestic startups gain favour, driven by local firms seeking labour-saving tech solutions.
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UK M&A migrations heighten Microsoft 365 security & AI risks

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UK firms face growing Microsoft 365 security and AI risks amid surging M&A migrations, with 43% citing security as their biggest challenge, says ShareGate.
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Australia leads global deal growth in tech & marketing sectors

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Australia leads global growth in tech and marketing deals, rising 3% amid falling activity in the US and Europe due to AI adoption and private equity interest.
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Ransomware attacks surge in Australia & New Zealand on holidays

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Ransomware attacks in Australia and New Zealand spike during holidays and weekends, exploiting reduced cybersecurity staffing to disrupt organisations.
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Ransomware attacks peak during holidays & major business events

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A global study reveals 52% of ransomware attacks strike during holidays, weekends, and major corporate events, exploiting reduced cybersecurity staffing.
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Hidden costs in finance teams threaten company growth ambitions

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Hidden inefficiencies in finance teams, including manual processes and data errors, are undermining firms’ ambitions for growth and expansion, research shows.
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5 ways to cut IT costs with network digital twins

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Network digital twins offer IT leaders five effective ways to cut rising IT costs by improving visibility, rightsizing networks, and reducing tech debt.
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Elemental Concept joins UK scheme to shape £150m services policy

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Elemental Concept joins Applio Ventures’ SME Champion Scheme to help shape the UK government’s £150 million professional services strategy.
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Addepar names Peter O'Brien & Janeen France to top roles

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Addepar appoints Peter O'Brien as Chief Revenue Officer and Janeen France as Chief Client Officer, boosting leadership amid European expansion.
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Software Combined expands into Europe with WCC Group purchase

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Software Combined broadens its European presence with WCC Group acquisition, marking its 13th global deal since 2020 and third in the region this year.
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Why zero touch A/R belongs on the CFO agenda

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Zero Touch A/R transforms finance by automating receivables, boosting cash flow, and freeing CFOs to focus on growth and strategic initiatives.
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Kaseya predicts AI risks, job shifts & MSP growth as IT evolves

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Kaseya forecasts AI risks, job cuts, and growth opportunities as managed service providers adapt to evolving tech, cybersecurity, and sustainability demands.
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AI Has Redefined What a Technology Partner Should Be - And Australia’s Tech Sector Must Evolve With It

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AI has transformed Australia's tech sector, demanding partners who integrate strategy, engineering and data to deliver rapid, scalable innovation and real outcomes.
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Sensitive data uploads to AI tools rise as personal account use grows

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Uploads of sensitive data to AI tools rose to 26.4% in Q3 2025, with personal accounts contributing 12%, raising concerns over data security in UK and US firms.
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BDO appoints Ben Coggin to boost Yorkshire Deals team growth

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BDO welcomes Ben Coggin as Transaction Services Partner to drive growth in Yorkshire and North East, strengthening support for mid-market businesses' strategic deals.
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Kate Driver rejoins DLA Piper to boost Auckland funds practice

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Kate Driver has rejoined DLA Piper in Auckland as senior associate, enhancing the firm's Investment Management & Funds practice with her global expertise.