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VeUP appoints Cheryl Powell as its new Head of HR to bolster the tech consultancy's leadership team amidst its creative growth, investing and rising industry acclaim.

Digital finance transformation leader, BlackLine, appoints tech industry veteran Sumit Johar as new Chief Information Officer, leveraging his SaaS acumen and AI knowledge.

Touchable Earth, an Auckland-based company, earns top honours from Kids Judge Bett at world's largest EdTech event, Bett UK, for promoting global citizenship and geography in a unique app format.

Marqo secures $12.5m in Series A funding to further the adoption of its pioneering vector search platform and accelerate commercial growth.

NTT announces construction of its first data centre campus in Paris, rounding off its presence in Europe's top data market hubs as part of a $10bn expansion.

Former Hiscox executive, Jodi Cartwright, joins fintech firm Tint Financial Services as Chief Commercial Officer, aiming to enhance cross-border trading for SMEs.

London's Henry Dannell and Windmill Ventures join forces to launch a tech platform that will revolutionise high-value lending for HNW and UHNW individuals by March 2024.

Contact centre specialist, IPI, has appointed seasoned industry professional Steve Winningham as its non-exec chairman to facilitate its future growth following an investment by Ethos Partners.

Cybersecurity veteran, Sean Muirhead, joins London-based powerbrand, Logpoint, as CPO, bringing his broad industry and product development expertise to strengthen Logpoint's product strategy and market initiatives.

Digital Employee Experience management leader, ControlUp, reports astounding 65% YoY growth in 2023, boosting Global DEX tool market, after flourishing Q4 results.

Universal Partners opens the FX Academy in Canary Wharf, a landmark initiative aimed at diversifying fintech by educating fresh talents without previous experience or qualifications.

Former British Gas MD, Ian Peters, appointed as Chairman of London-based data consultancy Sagacity, ahead of a predicted period of substantial growth in 2024.

EXA Infrastructure and NJFX join forces in a strategic partnership, improving global network connectivity with a new Point of Presence at NJFX's facility.

Fraud prevention platform, SEON, recruits Björn Heckel, seasoned tech executive from Uber and Salesforce, as CTO to reinforce its commitment to fighting fraud and boosting enterprise solutions.

Silobreaker partners with DarkOwl to advance data partnership programme, boosting risk reprisal with enhanced deep and dark web monitoring and swift response to exposed credentials.

IFS announces winners of its annual Partner of the Year Awards, honouring dedication and innovation among businesses globally, at a ceremony in London.

Linktree bolsters senior ranks with three tech industry veterans to expedite its growth and up-end the creator economy through enhanced use of AI and personalisation.

Zayo Group's announced near-net expansion will significantly enhance 100G connectivity for thousands of businesses in Western Europe, offering high-speed network alternatives and facilitating swift adoption of innovative technologies.

CFOs and senior finance professionals have voiced serious concerns over digital acceleration and AI integration, according to a new survey by Aurum Solutions.

The UK job market faced a slump in late 2023 amid economic unrest, leading to a reduced number of vacancies but an increased demand for skilled labour, says the latest KPMG and REC report.