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Thrive launches Abacode compliance services after deal

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Thrive widens post-Abacode push with managed compliance service for firms facing tougher rules and cyber risk.
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Tech leaders call for broader hiring to boost women

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Tech bosses urge wider recruitment, earlier coding education and a rethink of what counts as technical excellence to open senior roles to women.
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OpenAI raises USD $122 billion in record AI funding

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OpenAI secures USD $122 billion in funding as Amazon, Nvidia and SoftBank back a rapid expansion in compute, enterprise tools and product plans.
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Rogo buys Offset to boost AI agents for finance pros

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Rogo acquires AI agent firm Offset to deepen automation in investment banking and buy-side workflows after its USD $75 million Series C.
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Humanforce adds automated rewards tools for frontline

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Humanforce launches automated rewards and recognition tools to help frontline employers tackle high turnover, engagement and compliance gaps.
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Thrive unveils governed AI workspace & adoption model

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Thrive launches a governed AI workspace and phased adoption model to tame shadow AI, uniting access to 50-plus major language models.
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Most enterprises unprepared for HPE's virtualisation reset

Thu, 19th Feb 2026
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Most enterprises are unprepared for HPE's 'Great Virtualization Reset' even as two‑thirds plan major strategy changes within two years.
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Databricks raises USD $4bn, valued at USD $134bn

Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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Databricks secures over USD $4bn in fresh funding, lifting its valuation to USD $134bn as demand for AI data infrastructure surges.
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ServiceNow launches unified AI Experience with multimodal agents

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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ServiceNow unveils AI Experience, a unified, multimodal AI platform that streamlines enterprise workflows with voice, text, image, and web agents for smarter work.
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ServiceNow unveils AI Experience to unify workflows & boost productivity

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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ServiceNow launches AI Experience, a unified conversational AI platform integrating workflows to enhance productivity across enterprises with secure, multimodal tools.
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Databricks secures USD $1 billion to boost AI & hits USD $100 billion value

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Databricks has raised USD $1 billion, valuing the AI firm at over USD $100 billion amid rapid growth and a USD $4 billion revenue run-rate.
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Thrive launches AI-powered NDR to cut breach costs & downtime

Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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Thrive's new AI-powered Network Detection and Response service helps businesses swiftly identify and tackle cyber threats, aiming to cut breach costs and downtime.
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Thrive launches 'Wellness Era' with rewards for employee health

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Thrive has launched the 'Wellness Era' programme, rewarding UK employees with cash and spa vouchers for improving sleep, stress, and physical activity.
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Forrester report advises leaders on tackling economic shocks

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Forrester's new report urges business leaders to embrace strategic investments and adaptability as they face economic volatility driven by global trade challenges.
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Humanforce aids Southern Cross Care in reducing staff loss

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Humanforce has partnered with Southern Cross Care Queensland to improve employee retention, reducing staff turnover by over 50% with innovative workforce management solutions.
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Women in Tech Don't Need a 'Career Ladder', They Need a Career Runway

Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
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The tech industry must re-evaluate its ladder-like career framework, allowing women to pursue technical excellence instead of being pressured into management roles.
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Databricks raises USD $10 billion, valued at USD $62 billion now

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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Databricks secures USD $10 billion in Series J funding, valuing the data and AI firm at USD $62 billion, as it plans major global expansions.
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Rapid growth in Australian eCommerce & its challenges

Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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Australian eCommerce is projected to reach AUD $90 billion by 2029, as retailers shift to smaller, frequent orders to meet rising customer expectations.
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Bridging the digital divide: The future of Australian healthcare

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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Australia's healthcare system faces unprecedented demands, with a SOTI report emphasising urgent tech upgrades to enhance patient care and efficiency.
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Humanforce partnership transforms HR at Story House Early Learning

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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Humanforce partners with Story House Early Learning to transform HR operations, cutting staff turnover by 5% and empowering 1,500 employees with streamlined processes.