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Over a third of UK businesses with excellent technology connectivity say they are among the leaders in their industry in financial performance

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TeamViewer research highlights the need for seamless technology connectivity to drive financial, operational and cybersecurity performance
GÖPPINGEN, Germany, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Research released today shows that 39% of UK businesses with excellent technology connectivity say their financial performance is among the leaders in their industry. In addition, 62% say that excellent tech connectivity gives them a competitive edge. TeamViewer, a leading global provider of remote connectivity and workplace digitalisation solutions, undertook global research conducted by FT Longitude to uncover ‘The Real Value of Technology Connectivity’.

In addition, 34% of global businesses with excellent connectivity say their operational performance is on par with industry leaders but only 19% with good connectivity say this is the case. Seamless connectivity, the extent to which staff can operate and connect without interruptions, and what all businesses should be aiming for, also increases resilience and supports risk management.
In particular, better connectivity helps organisations to withstand the growing threat of cyberattacks. Only 25% of UK businesses believe that they are among the leaders in their sector for cybersecurity performance, meaning the UK has the lowest faith in its cybersecurity performance across all countries surveyed.
“It’s clear from the research that connectivity isn’t just about driving workforce productivity and efficiencies. The approach of shifting connectivity from a supporting role and cost centre to one that empowers the business has an impact on growth, and ultimately revenue. Fragmented systems blunt competitive advantage so just being good is not good enough when it comes to connectivity. Businesses need seamless integration and harmonization of data to fully realise the opportunities that technologies like augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) bring,” said Mei Dent, chief product and technology officer, TeamViewer.   
The research found that only 1 in 20 businesses say their technology is seamless across their organisation. This means that 94% of UK businesses know they still have some way to go to reach seamless connectivity.
The need to close this gap is clear to UK organisations:
65% of UK respondents state that the impact of technology connectivity allows for better customer interactions and increases customer satisfaction85% say it enables better innovation73% believe it allows more time for considered decision making85% consider it an important aspect of working at their company increasing talent retention.What is holding organisations back?
Global organisations with gaps in connectivity (those who say they have good connectivity but not excellent or seamless) are more likely to be held back by differences between departments within their organisation (30%) and the inability to show the ROI of tech connectivity (27%). Whereas those who say they have excellent connectivity are most likely to be held back by concerns about cybersecurity (24%). So, cybersecurity is both a benefit and a hindrance to better connectivity.
There is also a lack of trust in internal data in almost all UK organisations. The top reasons undermining trust in data are multiple versions of the truth within the company based on different data sets (37%), conflicting data management practices (34%) and too many instances of poor hardware reliability (31%).
Interestingly this mistrust of internal data varies across company size. It is more likely to be driven by lack of data literacy in smaller organisations globally. 40% of workers at companies generating between (US) $10 – $49.99 million in yearly revenue report a lack of data literacy among employees, compared to the 21% of workers at companies generating US $10 billion and above.
A company’s ability to connect to any device, application and system in its infrastructure, and to make use of existing data, has an outsized influence on performance. Whether it is smarter logistics operations or remote technical guidance, access to knowledge from any device, at any time, helps people work smarter and reduces the mistrust that there are multiple versions of truth in data.
TeamViewer’s research found that 36% of UK respondents rate their data and system access as average or poor outside company premises, even at home. In addition, 38% have the same concerns about company facilities other than their usual base.
Dent continued, “There is a long way to go for companies to achieve seamless connectivity, but the benefits far outweigh the initial investment of time and resources. Doing nothing also has a cost. With many struggling with increased competition and a lack of skilled labour available, organisations need to do all they can to attract and retain the best talent. And one way to do this is to offer a working environment with integrated systems and connectivity that makes it a great place to work and thrive in their careers.”
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This research was conducted by FT Longitude between March and April 2024. 500 business leaders across six countries took part: Australia, Canada, Japan, Germany, United Kingdom and the United States. Business leaders represented enterprises from the automotive, industrial manufacturing, IT, logistics, transport & distribution, financial services, retail, public sector and utilities industries.
Definitions of connectivity:
Excellent connectivity – Mostly seamless with a few areas – e.g. individual functions, geographies, or operational activities – working in technology and data silosGood connectivity – Mostly good connectivity but with improvements to be made in several operational areasAbout TeamViewer
TeamViewer is a leading global technology company that provides a connectivity platform to remotely access, control, manage, monitor, and repair devices of any kind – from laptops and mobile phones to industrial machines and robots. Although TeamViewer is free of charge for private use, it has around 640,000 subscribers and enables companies of all sizes and from all industries to digitalize their business-critical processes through seamless connectivity. Against the backdrop of global megatrends like device proliferation, automation and new work, TeamViewer proactively shapes digital transformation and continuously innovates in the fields of Augmented Reality, Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence. Since the company’s foundation in 2005, TeamViewer’s software has been installed on more than 2.5 billion devices around the world. The company is headquartered in Goppingen, Germany, and employs more than 1,500 people globally. In 2023, TeamViewer achieved a revenue of around EUR 627 million. TeamViewer SE (TMV) is listed at Frankfurt Stock Exchange and belongs to the MDAX. Further information can be found at  https://www.teamviewer.com/. 
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NewPhotonics Introduces NPG102 Transmitter-on-Chip for DSP-based Optical Modules Serving 1.6 Tbps AI-era Data Center Interconnect

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Optical head transmitter with integrated lasers enables all-optics transceiver innovation in network and compute infrastructure
TEL AVIV, Israel, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — NewPhotonics Ltd., a leader in advanced integrated photonics technologies, today introduced its NPG102 PIC transmitter on chip (TOC) at1.6Tbps for DSP-based optical transceiver modules.  The NPG102 TOC delivers low latency data communications at low power consumption and reduced channel loss to meet the increasing AI-cluster processing demands on data center infrastructure.

The optimized flip-chip integrates octal channel, auto-tunable lasers and 224Gbps PAM4 modulation featuring aggregated bandwidth at 1.6Tbps with electrical to optical transmission. Internal ADC/DAC supports channel control and monitoring in a package with on-chip temperature monitoring at low 2.9W power consumption.
Integrated Lasers Improve Module Time to Market
Designed for pluggable OSFP modules, the monolithically integrated lasers and modulators improve system integration with wafer-level laser alignment and integrated direct modulation. This additional advantage of all-optics innovation in the transceiver chip design results in accelerated OEM manufacturing yield maturity and time to market for transceiver module delivery.
“As data centers worldwide strive to accelerate infrastructure improvements that enhance AI workload performance, the entire value chain is seeking progressive solutions that deliver faster and more energy efficient data processing.” said Doron Tal, senior vice president and general manager of Optical Connectivity. “Our all-optics innovation roadmap for the NPG102 for 1.6Tbps DSP-based modules puts data centers on a path in this decade to deliver higher capacity, low power optical connectivity.”
The NewPhotonics NPG102 PIC transmitter-on-chip for DSP-based transceiver module sampling will be available in Q2 2025.
About NewPhotonics
NewPhotonics is a fabless semiconductor designs, develops and manufactures photonic integrated circuit (PIC) solutions for AI-era data center optical communications. Our integrated NPG102 PIC transmitter on chip family delivers low latency, reduced power in optical transceiver modules for all-optics connectivity. The company’s silicon photonics innovations breakthrough speed, energy and distance barriers in optical I/O in a new all-optics paradigm. NewPhotonics, based in Tel Aviv, Israel, is privately held and funded. For more information visit www.newphotonics.com 
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Royal Meteorological Society’s Public Vote opens for 2024 ‘Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year’ Award

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LONDON, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The public vote for the Standard Chartered Weather Photographer of the Year 2024 is now open. From 19 September to 17 October, individuals can vote for their favourite image from a shortlist showcasing the world’s most striking weather and climate photography.

Now in its ninth year, the competition, organised by the UK’s Royal Meteorological Society, serves as an international platform to raise awareness of the environmental issues putting our planet at risk—including heatwaves, cyclones, and extreme flooding—while also depicting the awe-inspiring beauty and power of the weather.
With the introduction of the Standard Chartered Climate Award in 2024, the competition attracted thousands of entries from photographers of all ages and skill levels worldwide. Many participants were eager to document the human impacts of extreme weather events such as floods, droughts, and wildfires.
The shortlist gallery for the public vote is available on the Royal Meteorological Society’s website, featuring 25 outstanding weather and climate photographs.
Highlights include a Saharan dust storm; an ice halo, rare red sprite lightning; and sublime landscapes blanketed in hoarfrost. The shortlist gallery also provides insights into the science behind the weather phenomena and the stories behind the images—as well as the photographers’ adventures and the techniques used to capture them.
View the shortlist and vote for your favourite.
Competition Timeline
Public Vote Open: 19 September (07:00 BST) – 17 October (23:59 BST)
Winners’ Announcement: 30 October 2024
Professor Liz Bentley, Chief Executive of the Royal Meteorological Society, commented:
“In my nine years judging this competition, I always see something new and astonishing. This year’s entrants have highlighted those regions of the world facing the worst impacts of climate change, but they also bring home the message that climate change is affecting the weather patterns of the more temperate climates and the most comfortable of societies too. We need to galvanise and act now to make change happen.”
Marisa Drew, Chief Sustainability Officer at Standard Chartered, commented: 
“In the second year of our sponsorship, I am once again struck by the photography surfaced in the shortlist, which showcases the impacts of our changing climate on communities and our natural environment. With winners announced next month, I look forward to seeing which photograph wins our new Climate Award, introduced this year to bring greater awareness to the importance of climate mitigation and adaptation. Good luck to everyone on the shortlist.”
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XRP Healthcare Magazine Unveils Groundbreaking AI Development in 4th Issue, Featuring Elon Musk

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DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The highly anticipated fourth edition of XRP Healthcare Magazine has arrived, featuring an exciting and innovative update on XRP Healthcare’s rapid progress in artificial intelligence (AI). Despite being less than two years old, the company continues to make incredible strides in healthcare innovation. This issue highlights the launch of the XRPH AI chatbot—a multi-lingual digital assistant designed to deliver personalized health advice that spans traditional, holistic, and conventional treatments. Available at www.xrph.ai, the chatbot offers country and region-specific insights, tailored to users’ unique medical needs.

 
 
The XRPH AI chatbot stands out for its ability to generate custom personal training programs based on users’ weight, height, ethnicity, injuries, and diet preferences. It also provides advice on meditation techniques, nutrition, and cutting-edge treatments for terminal illnesses, such as cancer. XRP Healthcare has a dedicated AI development team continuously working to evolve the chatbot, with more innovations planned for release later this quarter.
Chairman Whitney Lynn commented, “The XRPH AI chatbot is a significant breakthrough in personalized healthcare. We’re blending modern AI technology with holistic medical wisdom to create an intuitive tool that is accessible to users around the globe.”
As part of the magazine’s main feature, it also explores Elon Musk’s game-changing investments in AI, which are revolutionizing healthcare through projects like Neuralink. Musk’s advancements are pushing the boundaries of medical diagnostics and treatment, fostering healthy competition in the AI sector and driving the next golden age of innovation.
CEO Kain Roomes added, “The incredible progress we’ve made since inception is a testament to our vision and dedication. Our AI chatbot is just the beginning, and with our dedicated team, we are constantly looking for new ways to improve healthcare experiences.”
Keith Errey, CTO of XRP Healthcare and founder of Isansys Lifecare, also plays a key role in the company’s AI-driven approach. His previous work at Isansys Lifecare involved a groundbreaking partnership with The Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, where they deployed the Patient Status Engine—a state-of-the-art monitoring platform that detects early signs of patient deterioration, enabling faster and more effective care. Speaking at the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce International Technology Conference earlier this year, Keith emphasized the pivotal role of AI in healthcare: “The big win in AI will be organizational efficiency. That for the NHS has to be the way forward.” His expertise continues to shape XRP Healthcare’s AI innovations.
The fourth issue of XRP Healthcare Magazine also features Chantelle Gosling-Udonwa, founder of a revolutionary, eco-friendly children’s toy company, and Sam Desalu, founder of the Cornerstone Foundation, which is rekindling hope in Africa through grassroots healthcare initiatives. Additionally, the magazine celebrates the Top 10 female CEOs in Africa and explores Donald Trump’s political future and its potential impact on healthcare and cryptocurrency.
Free physical copies of the magazine can be ordered from www.xrphealthcare.ai (postage costs apply) or downloaded from ISSUU here. With XRP Healthcare’s rapid progress and exciting updates expected later this quarter, this issue is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of AI and healthcare.
About XRP Healthcare:XRP Healthcare is revolutionizing global healthcare with blockchain & AI. As the first Pharma and Healthcare platform built on the XRP Ledger, our Prescription Savings Card in the USA enhances accessibility and affordability. Meanwhile, our mergers and acquisitions in Africa are broadening healthcare access across the continent.
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