The world of insurance has long been associated with tradition, stability, and reliability. Yet, as the global landscape evolves, so do the challenges faced by the insurance industry. HAYAH Insurance, a forward-thinking player in the field, is at the forefront of driving innovation in the life insurance market. Here, we explore their vision for the future and the forces driving the need for innovation. Insurance, historically, has been one of the most traditional industries. However, evolving challenges at macro and micro levels have necessitated a reevaluation of conventional practices. Shifting customer demographics and attitudes are forcing insurers to adapt to…
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The VAST Data Platform supercharges and simplifies data management for industry-leading media and entertainment organizations, significantly reducing playback delays, improving editing efficiency, and enabling more collaborative film and television production processes VAST Data, the AI data platform company, today announced its collaboration with Lola Visual Effects (VFX), a leader in computer generated effects for feature films and television series. A pioneer in the industry, Lola VFX is aggressively adopting new AI technologies and deep learning tools to push the boundaries of cinematic artistry. By leveraging the VAST Data Platform, which was built to support these technologies, Lola VFX has been…
Trellix, the cybersecurity company delivering the future of extended detection and response (XDR), today announced Trellix XDR Platform for Ransomware Detection and Response (RDR), available immediately worldwide. Trellix XDR Platform for RDR provides visibility across an organization’s entire security ecosystem and delivers critical coverage for each stage of a ransomware campaign. The solution improves SOC efficiencies and strengthens operational resilience for customers, leveraging AI-guided capabilities to reduce the time to detect, investigate, and remediate ransomware threats. Ransomware remains the most common type of cyberattack worldwide. Socially engineered campaigns like phishing will become even more sophisticated and targeted this year, making it increasingly difficult…
Despite a projected slowdown in the overall job market, the South of England is expected to maintain its position as the top region for job opportunities in 2023, according to new research from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo). The data, provided by business intelligence specialist VacancySoft, revealed that the South of England is forecast to hold 44.1% of UK jobs by the end of the year, largely driven by a 25.9% growth in vacancies in the South West. The research identified Technology and Retail as sectors likely to see the biggest drops in jobs in 2023, down 48.7%…
Responding to the latest labour market data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), Tania Bowers, Global Public Policy Director at the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo) comments: “While the latest data is showing a decline in vacancies, there are a number of factors which need to be considered when analysing the state of the UK’s labour market. First and foremost, the number of jobs noted by the end of last year is still higher than the levels recorded between 2005 and 2020, meaning that things remain relatively stable for now. “Secondly, there are still prevailing questions around the…
With skills shortages, a General Election and planned employment legislation challenges on the cards for 2024, a team of HR, Talent Acquisition (TA) and procurement leaders have called for changes in the hiring landscape, with collaboration the key to success. The APSCo OutSource Client Community –a prestigious group of HR, TA and procurement professionals who represent leading organisations – has pinpointed the need for every element of the workforce supply chain to work together, rather than against each other, to tackle the challenges of the coming months. As part of this focus, the experts have highlighted an eight-point plan to…
As we stand on the cusp of a new year, it’s a time of reflection. The changing of the calendar year isn’t just a symbolic fresh start; it’s a pivotal moment for strategic planning, setting the tone for the months to come. In this special New Year’s Eve edition, we’ll dive into the essence of strategic planning, tailored for the unique challenges and opportunities that you, as business owners, face. The Art of Reflective Planning Reflective planning is more than just looking back; it’s about extracting valuable lessons from the past year. What strategies worked? What didn’t pan out as…
Nottingham-headquartered managed IT and cyber security services provider, Littlefish, is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Hall as its new Chief Revenue Officer. Hall officially stepped into the newly created role in January this year after spending nearly a year serving as Non-Executive Director at Littlefish. His previous role of nine years was as CEO at Crown Hosting Data Centres, a joint venture between the Cabinet Office and Ark Data Centres. He was also CRO at Ark, where he grew the company from a turnover of £1M/annum to £100M/annum. Prior to Ark, Hall worked for HP where he led…
Audience intelligence platform Pulsar has launched its new instant global news search product, Pulsar SEARCH, with the aim of making media intelligence as easy as a Google search. Pulsar SEARCH allows communications, PR and marketing professionals to instantly find and discover news coverage about any topic, brand or initiative across all countries, languages, and media sources (Print, TV, Online News, Radio, and Podcasts). “We are excited to unveil our new instant search product, a game-changer in navigating the vast ocean of global news. This tool enables our users across the globe to effortlessly explore hundreds of millions of news articles in…
Dubai/Hamburg – GENUI, a European mid-market buy-out investor, has been invited as one of only three private equity firms globally to participate in the COP28 Leadership Interview Series, in recognition of its sustainable investment approach. The interviews portray approximately 50 global corporations, medium-sized companies and investment firms at the forefront of driving innovation and positive change by integrating sustainability into the core of their operations. See GENUI interview about the firm’s “Good Entrepreneurship” approach. Investing together with globally renowned entrepreneurs Founded in 2014 by a group of four globally successful German entrepreneurs and four investment professionals, GENUI set out to…