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Daon named leader in identity verification amid AI deepfake threats

Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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Gartner names Daon a Leader in identity verification, citing its advanced biometric tech and AI defences against rising deepfake fraud threats worldwide.
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AI bots drive 80% of bot traffic, straining web resources

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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AI crawlers now account for 80% of bot traffic, with Meta leading, placing huge strain on web resources and raising concerns over data bias and security risks.
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AI-driven referrals transform shopping, travel & banking online

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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AI-driven referrals to US retail, travel, and banking sites have surged over tenfold since July 2024, reshaping online shopping and boosting engagement.
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Agoda launches AI chatbot to boost instant answers for travellers

Sat, 16th Aug 2025
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Agoda introduces the AI-powered Property AMA Bot to provide travellers with instant, accurate hotel information across all its platforms, enhancing booking ease.
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Riskified & HUMAN join forces to tackle AI-driven eCommerce risks

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Riskified and HUMAN Security partner to help merchants manage rising risks and opportunities from AI-driven eCommerce shopping agents.
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AI at work: Five hard truths every business leader needs to hear

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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Nearly half of organisations remain in AI pilot phases, highlighting the need for cautious planning and security-focused adoption in 2025.
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Master of the trade tools: The case for becoming a power user

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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Mastering work tools-from laptops to AI software-transforms productivity and satisfaction, giving insurance brokers a crucial edge in a digital-first world.
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Shadow AI surge heightens enterprise security risks, study finds

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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Enterprise use of generative AI platforms has surged 50%, with shadow AI posing rising data security risks as unsanctioned apps operate beyond IT control.
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Sensitive data exposure rises with employee use of GenAI tools

Sat, 2nd Aug 2025
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A quarter of files and 4.37% of prompts shared with GenAI tools contained sensitive data, raising security risks as employees use more AI applications.
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ChatGPT launches study mode to boost learning through guidance

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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ChatGPT has introduced study mode, guiding learners through material with questions and feedback to boost understanding, not just provide answers.
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Optimizely unveils CMS features to boost AI search visibility

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Optimizely launches new CMS features to boost AI search visibility, helping businesses adapt content for the rise of generative engine optimisation and AI-driven search.
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In the “Golden Age” of tech stocks, how do we use tech itself to assess risk and evaluate the markets?

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Tech stocks soar in 2024, with AI tools aiding investors in navigating market risks amid record concentration in top US shares.
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How private LLMs are delivering real business benefits

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Private Large Language Models offer businesses secure AI tools that boost productivity and safeguard data, transforming workflows without costly system changes.
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Exclusive: AI agents spark new security risks as SailPoint redefines identity

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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SailPoint warns that the rise of AI agents creates new identity security risks as organisations rush to adopt AI amid growing digital threats and hybrid work.
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Exclusive: How APAC hotels are adopting AI & automation for growth

Fri, 18th Jul 2025
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Asia Pacific hotels race to adopt AI and automation, aiming to boost revenues by up to 15% amid rising online competition and mobile-first travellers.
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AI Appreciation Day: What it means for the future of customer engagement

Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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AI innovations are transforming customer engagement by unifying fragmented data and enabling real-time personalisation for enhanced experiences.
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Goodbye SEO, hello GEO: How AI is reshaping brand discovery

Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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As AI-powered language models replace traditional search, brands must master generative engine optimisation to stay visible and competitive in discovery.
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Exclusive: Lumify warns AI readiness must catch up to enterprise adoption

Mon, 7th Jul 2025
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Amid a surge in digital transformation, ANZ companies are rapidly upskilling staff in cybersecurity and AI, adopting hybrid training to meet evolving tech demands.
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AI sparks new jobs as roles shift and evolve toward 2030

Sat, 5th Jul 2025
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Artificial intelligence is reshaping jobs by creating new roles that blend human skills with machine intelligence, set to define workforces by 2030.
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Tracer unveils AI tool to shield brands from ChatGPT fraud

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Tracer AI launches Tracer Protect for ChatGPT, an AI tool to monitor and combat brand fraud and scams exploiting ChatGPT chatbot responses.