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1 in 5 organisations have had company data exposed by an employee using AI tools such as ChatGPT
Twenty per cent of organisations admit that an employee at their organisation has exposed company data using AI tools such as ChatGPT, according to new research.
Broadband outages costing UK economy £17.6bn – but compensation is nowhere to be seen
Key findings of a productivity report launched today show that the UK economy has suffered a loss of £17.6 billion in economic output over the past 12 months due to connectivity outages. The total for London was £5.7 billion, representing just over 1% of London’s GDP.
New survey reveals over half of SMEs planning to spend more on overseas travel in the next year
New research finds that corporate travel spend in the UK is projected to increase in the next 12 months, with over half of SMEs planning to spend more on business travel overseas than they did last year.
Steven Bartlett Launches Flight Studio as he looks to revolutionise the Global Podcast Industry
Entrepreneur and podcast host Steven Bartlett unveils Flight Studio, a groundbreaking global podcast media and technology company set to redefine the industry.
Businesses Unite to Boost Voter Turnout in the UK
A collaborative effort involving business groups, employers, and civil society organizations aims to increase voter participation through the Voter Registration Champions scheme.
TikTok Vows Legal Battle Against US Ban or Forced Sale Amid Legislative Push
TikTok declares its intention to challenge any ban or forced sale of its US operations in court following the passage of a bill by the House of Representatives targeting the platform.
Third of young workers believe their employers do not care about sustainability
In light of World Earth Day, new research has found that workers across the UK are increasingly focused on sustainability and expect their employers to do more – particularly younger generations.
SMEs See Strong Start to 2024 Despite Hiring Caution and Sustainability Concern
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the UK experienced a robust first quarter of trading in 2024, according to a survey conducted by NatWest.
UK Firms Set to Invest £338 Billion in Re-Industrialization Over Next Three Years, Research Reveals
British businesses are gearing up to pour hundreds of billions into re-industrialization efforts, aiming to fortify supply chains and bolster domestic manufacturing.
Can a business be both purpose-driven and profitable?
The phrase ‘purpose-driven’ is thrown around in business parlance, but what does it mean and can it go hand-in-hand with growth and profitability?
Gambling and Corporate Social Responsibility: Best Practices for SMEs
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become increasingly important for businesses across all industries, and the gambling sector is no exception.
Garden Centres Rush to Stockpile Plants Ahead of Brexit Border Checks
As the UK prepares for new Brexit border checks on plant imports, garden centres and nurseries are scrambling to increase their plant stocks amid fears of potential delays and damage.
Forty percent of female entrepreneurs report gender-based discrimination
A new survey by social enterprise Code First Girls has found that 40% of female entrepreneurs have faced gender-based discrimination whilst in a leadership role.
Tackling late payment by getting back to basics
Philip King FCICM, former Small Business Commissioner and advisor to PKF Littlejohn Advisory, believes a ‘back to basics’ approach would help many businesses overcome the late-payment challenge.