Professional services stories
Service-heavy economies are most exposed as AI puts 155,000 Maltese jobs at risk, according to a new Planera study.
The deal gives private equity clients wider Salesforce support across sales, pricing and revenue systems, plus delivery teams in three regions.
The rollout puts AI into 160,000 audits and could cut administrative work as EY braces for bigger data volumes and tougher assurance demands.
The new platform targets regulated firms seeking auditable AI processes, after Felix raised USD $1.7 million to expand beyond legal work.
The appointment underlines Vistra’s push to unify services as clients demand quicker, more secure access to compliance data across markets.
The upgrade could shorten consultant onboarding for firms juggling multiple projects by putting scoping, hiring and tracking into one portal.
Channel partners in Hong Kong and Macau gain a single route to UiPath products, plus services and sales support, under the new deal.
Victims in healthcare, education and finance have faced Medusa ransomware within 24 hours of flaws emerging, Microsoft says.
The recognition gives the Asia-Pacific consultancy formal backing from Databricks as demand grows for partners who can deliver regulated data and AI projects.
The move adds decades of finance and operational expertise to Cisco's oversight as investors scrutinise spending, margins and AI-related strategy.
Routine bookkeeping is becoming faster but riskier, as firms weigh oversight, data security and how many junior hours AI agents can replace.
Legal teams are moving from one-off tasks to workflow automation, helping the start-up reach USD $100 million ARR in 18 months.
The funding will help Rosella target smaller US businesses that insurers often serve slowly, using AI to cut brokerage admin from hours to minutes.
The selective scheme aims to speed enterprise AI uptake by linking trusted advisers with clients, while AI&Beyond handles delivery and shares revenue.
Real estate and law firms are racing to get compliant before AUSTRAC brings up to 100,000 professional services businesses under supervision in 2026.
Australian lawyers will get structured AI training as K&L Gates ties the Legora rollout to governance rules aimed at reassuring clients.
The move gives lawyers faster access to verified authorities as the firm tries to cut research risk and adapt to AI-heavy workflows.
Closure of rival gateway services is pushing SMSF trustees and accountants to seek a new Electronic Service Address provider.
The refresh aims to reassure clients that senior hires still hinge on judgement, relationships and sector expertise despite rising automation in recruitment.
The shortlist spans the island and includes firms employing more than 3,000 people, as EY marks the 29th year of its award programme.