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Gen reveals 24% rise in ransomware attacks on consumers
Email Security

Gen reveals 24% rise in ransomware attacks on consumers

Threat report shows that within the consumer threat landscape, a popular delivery technique is hiding ransomware payload in pirated content.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Future of accounting: Sage predicts AI to revolutionise by 2030
Risk & Compliance

Future of accounting: Sage predicts AI to revolutionise by 2030

A Forrester Consulting study for Sage predicts that by 2030, AI will revolutionise SMB accounting with ethics policies, real-time data, and continuous assurance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2024
TP-Link UK launches Omada Cloud Essentials for SMB networking
Network Infrastructure

TP-Link UK launches Omada Cloud Essentials for SMB networking

TP-Link UK unveils Omada Cloud Essentials, a cost-effective cloud management service for SMBs without additional fees, hardware, or software.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

ANNA introduces biometric checks to combat account fraud
Surveillance

ANNA introduces biometric checks to combat account fraud

British neo-bank ANNA has launched biometric re-authentication to enhance security, requiring selfies to prevent unauthorised access to business accounts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Emerge secures $12m to revolutionise NZ banking
Fintech

Emerge secures $12m to revolutionise NZ banking

New Zealand's challenger bank Emerge has raised USD $12 million in Series A funding to enhance its digital banking services for local businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024
Aviva teams with CRCs to boost cyber resilience for SMEs
Unified Communications

Aviva teams with CRCs to boost cyber resilience for SMEs

Aviva has teamed up with the Cyber Resilience Centre network to bolster cyber security for over 3,000 insurance brokers across the UK.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
New robotic palletising solution launched for Singapore SMEs
Robotics

New robotic palletising solution launched for Singapore SMEs

ProPal Robotics and OnRobot have unveiled Southeast Asia's first off-the-shelf palletising automation solution, targeting Singapore's SME manufacturers.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
HP appointed national ambassador for cyber resilience group
Smart Home

HP appointed national ambassador for cyber resilience group

HP has been named a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, supporting cybersecurity for UK SMEs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Zyxel launches PoE extender to aid SMB & MSP connectivity
Network Infrastructure

Zyxel launches PoE extender to aid SMB & MSP connectivity

Zyxel Networks launches the PoE12-3PD, a Power over Ethernet Extender designed to overcome long-distance network deployment challenges faced by SMBs and MSPs.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
Why affiliate programmes aren't just for big businesses
Marketing Technologies

Why affiliate programmes aren't just for big businesses

Even small enterprises can now leverage affiliate programmes, thanks to evolving tech and referral software, making this cost-effective strategy accessible to all.

By Kirsty Sharman • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Survey reveals Australian SMEs prefer banks for foreign payments
Small Business

Survey reveals Australian SMEs prefer banks for foreign payments

A survey reveals that 62% of Australian SMEs use big banks for international trade, ignoring high fees and exchange mark-ups despite cheaper fintech options.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Digital Matter unveils affordable Barra Core for Australian SMEs
Amazon

Digital Matter unveils affordable Barra Core for Australian SMEs

Australian SMEs can now benefit from the cost-effective Barra Core tracker by Digital Matter, offering advanced indoor and outdoor asset tracking.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Most Aussie SMEs overpay for international money transfers
Small Business

Most Aussie SMEs overpay for international money transfers

Study reveals 62% of Australian SMEs use the big four banks for international trade, despite higher fees and exchange rate mark-ups.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Packing errors could elevate shipping costs by up to 150%
Supply Chain

Packing errors could elevate shipping costs by up to 150%

Interparcel CEO Steve Zammit warns that common packing errors could inflate shipping costs by 150%, urging SMEs to optimise processes amid rising surcharges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Flotilla introduces new tech to aid SMEs in sustainability drive
Digital Transformation

Flotilla introduces new tech to aid SMEs in sustainability drive

Flotilla launches new tech solution suite to aid SMEs in sustainable transformation, focusing on efficient scope 3 carbon data collection and ESG compliance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
UK postal service fees to rise in 2024, hitting SMEs hardest
eCommerce

UK postal service fees to rise in 2024, hitting SMEs hardest

The UK postal service fees will increase in 2024, with significant hikes from USP and Parcelforce. SMEs, heavily reliant on affordable shipping, face the brunt.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
EnterpriseSG & Google Cloud push AI innovation in Singapore
AI Models

EnterpriseSG & Google Cloud push AI innovation in Singapore

EnterpriseSG and Google Cloud launch initiatives to boost AI adoption among Singaporean startups and SMEs, with benefits including USD $350,000 in credits and Gemini tools.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
2degrees launches New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem
Unified Communications

2degrees launches New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem

2degrees has unveiled New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem, the TP Link BE22000, enhancing SME internet capabilities with cutting-edge HyperFibre connectivity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024