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Ageas UK CEO delivers profits and customer experience

Ageas has been on a journey.Its decision in February 2022 to sell its commercial insurance business to Axa UK and Ireland for an initial £47.5 million, left the firm committed to its personal line insurance business. To grow, Ageas decided...

UK financial sector faces talent shortage as 63% struggle to attract young workers

According to a survey by Davies, the UK financial services sector is facing a pressing challenge, as 63% of employers report difficulties in attracting young talent. Despite 70% of respondents claiming their workplaces foster a positive and supportive culture.The survey...

Generative AI and cybersecurity among top risks for healthcare providers in 2025

Healthcare provider organisations face increasing risks tied to generative AI, cybersecurity, and evolving compliance demands in 2025, according to Kodiak Solutions’ annual Top Risks report. The findings, derived from audits and discussions with leaders at major U.S. hospitals and health...

Pega unveils AI-powered payment dispute solution

Pega has updated its Smart Dispute solution to transform customer experiences by streamlining and accelerating the resolution of payment disputes and fraud claims. For customers, this means faster resolutions, smoother interactions, and a more seamless experience regardless of their payment...

The next phase of privacy: consent management

While privacy has always been important, the introduction of the internet and the proliferation of connected devices has taken it to a whole new level.Whether engaging on social media or conducting online transactions, each interaction leaves a digital footprint. The...

London Christmas parties make a comeback with 75% office attendance in 2024

This year, London’s office holiday parties are back in full swing, with 75% of employees planning to attend an employer-organised Christmas party, revealed a survey by London Heritage Quarter. This marks a notable rise from 2023, when just over half...

Care UK tackles turnover with empathy and innovation

After Care UK observed that employee turnover peaked during the first six months of service, particularly within the initial three months, it recognised the need for change.As a care home operator of essential services such as dementia and nursing care...

32% of tech workers struggle to keep up with rapid change

According to the latest survey by Kahoot, nearly half of the tech professionals (40%) are concerned their skills will be obsolete within three years, underscoring the urgency for modernised upskilling solutions. With 32% citing AI’s rapid evolution as their main...

US teens stay online ‘almost constantly’ as YouTube and TikTok dominate

Almost half (46%) of American teens say they are online “almost constantly,” showing the impact digital connections have on their lives, according to a new Pew Research Center survey of teens aged 13 to 17. The study highlights YouTube’s dominance,...

Vapi secures $20M Series A to scale AI voice agents

Pioneering developer platform for deploying Voice AI agents Vapi has announced the successful completion of a $20 million Series A funding at a $130 million valuation.The round was led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with additional investments from Abstract Ventures, Y...