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BBC News
a day ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Have your say - how will Newport do this season?
A fresh face in charge, plenty of new players and a full pre-season done and Newport County are just days away from their first League Two game under new boss Dave Hughes. Technically, the season starts on Tuesday, 29 July with an EFL Cup preliminary round tie against it is the league campaign that County fans will be primarily focused on as Newport look to improve on last year's disappointing 22nd-placed finish, the Exiles winning just one of their last 10 games and Nelson Jardim leaving as head coach. Former Manchester United youth coach Hughes has since taken over, and he starts at home to one of last year's play-off semi finalists, Notts County, on Saturday (15:00 BST).Newport have been busy in the transfer market, with goalkeepers Nik Tzanev and Jordan Wright, centre-back Lee Jenkins, Wales midfielder Matt Smith and striker Ged Garner all signing for the Exiles. Manchester United defender Habeeb Ogunneye, Swansea City midfielder Ben Lloyd and Cardiff City striker Michael Reindorf have also joined on Hughes may not stop there, telling supporters at a fans' forum last week that he would like to make more signings before the season fans have had pre-season opportunities to cast their eyes over new recruits - and assess how young players are shaping up - but there have been no friendlies at Rodney Parade for them to attend this summer. With all this in mind, then, what are your hopes for the season ahead? What would you accept from Hughes and his new-look squad? Let us know your views by clicking here.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
NS&I to deploy SBS' cloud-native core system
The National Savings and Investments (NS&I), a government-owned savings bank in the UK, has partnered with global financial technology firm SBS to upgrade its core banking and payments systems. This initiative is part of NS&I's Transformation Programme, which includes a contract with Atos, a digital transformation company. In this context, SBS cited a report by Celent, which forecasts that European retail banks will increase their cloud investments by 57.5% by 2030, reaching a total of $12.6bn. NS&I's internal infrastructure supports more than 24 million customers and manages changes to savings rates while addressing customer interactions. The implementation of SBS's digital, cloud-native core banking platform is expected to enhance operational efficiencies, as well as improve product and service delivery for NS&I. SBS CEO Eric Bierry said: 'NS&I's transformation program is evidence that it is possible for banks to execute this transformation—and doing so sets them up to drive otherwise unattainable efficiencies and experiences.' In collaboration with Atos, IBM, and Sopra Steria, NS&I is working to digitise its retail banking operations. The new SBP Digital Core platform from SBS will replace the existing core system, providing a cloud-native infrastructure for all retail banking and payment services. The SBP Digital Core is a cloud-native, composable banking solution that utilises latest technology and data to enable banks to deliver personalised banking experiences while adhering to regulatory standards. Transitioning to the SBP Digital Core will allow NS&I to leverage the flexibility and scalability of AWS's cloud environment, facilitating frequent adjustments to data storage and infrastructure as required. Unlike traditional core systems, which are often difficult to update, SBS's cloud and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution provides regular automatic updates, according to the tech company. NS&I chief operating officer Matt Smith said: 'NS&I's transformation programme will help to deliver the digital experiences that our customers expect, while still ensuring there is help and support for those who need it.' The SBP Digital Core is part of a comprehensive suite of retail banking solutions offered by SBS. These are utilised by more than 1,500 banks across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. "NS&I to deploy SBS' cloud-native core system" was originally created and published by Retail Banker International, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. 擷取數據時發生錯誤 登入存取你的投資組合 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤
Business Wire
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
NS&I to Replace Legacy Core Banking System with SBS's Digital, Cloud-Native Platform
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NS&I (National Savings and Investments), the U.K.'s government-owned savings bank, and global financial technology company SBS today announced their work together to digitise NS&I's core banking and payments services. The initiative is part of NS&I's Transformation Programme and its contract with Atos, a European digital transformation company, to modernise its banking engine. SBS's digital, cloud-native core banking platform will lay a foundation for new business efficiencies, product and service delivery, and customer experiences for NS&I. Organisations now realise the need to move faster than legacy on-premise infrastructure allows. European retail banks are accelerating their cloud investments, with spending projected to rise by 57.5% from 2025 to 30, reaching $12.6 billion according to a recent Celent report. Through its ongoing transformation programme, NS&I is proving how financial institutions can move beyond just aspirations to make fully digital, cloud-based services a reality organisation-wide. Working with Atos, IBM and Sopra Steria, NS&I is transforming and digitising its retail operations. Powering this digitisation on the back-end will be SBS's next-gen SBP Digital Core platform, which will replace NS&I's existing core system with a cloud-native infrastructure for all of its Retail banking and payments services. ' NS&I's transformation program will help to deliver the digital experiences that our customers expect, while still ensuring there is help and support for those who need it,' said Matt Smith, Chief Operating Officer at NS&I. ' Replacing our core system is a critical step in this evolution, and we look forward to continuing our work with SBS and Atos to bring it to fruition. ' As one of the U.K.'s largest savings organisations, NS&I's internal infrastructure is responsible for not only upholding its 24+ million customer base, but also implementing savings rates changes and servicing the resulting interactions with customers. With on-premise and even hybrid cloud systems, this means maintaining the highest level of data storage at all times—even when it's not being used. By transitioning to SBP Digital Core, NS&I will benefit from the complete flexibility and scalability of AWS's cloud environment, enabling it to make data storage and other infrastructural adjustments as often as it needs to. Compared to legacy core systems that are not easily updated or modified, SBS's cloud and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)-based alternative enables it to provide regular, automatic system updates, so there are no disruptions to banks' day-to-day operations. ' Cloud and SaaS transformation in the financial industry is not a matter of when, but how, ' said Eric Bierry, CEO, SBS. ' NS&I's transformation program is evidence that it is possible for banks to execute this transformation—and doing so sets them up to drive otherwise unattainable efficiencies and experiences. We're thrilled to partner with NS&I on this journey. ' SBP Digital Core is a cloud-native, composable core banking solution that leverages latest technology and data to allow banks to offer personalised and relevant banking experiences to their clients while complying with regulatory requirements. It is a part of SBS's larger retail banking offerings used by more than 1,500 banks across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. In addition to core banking, these offerings include deposits, payments, lending, reporting, open banking and more. About SBS SBS (ex-Sopra Banking Software) is a global financial technology company that's helping banks and the financial services industry to reimagine how to operate in an increasingly digital world. SBS is a trusted partner of more than 1,500 financial institutions and large-scale lenders in 80 countries worldwide, including Santander, Societé Generale, KCB Bank, Kensington Mortgages, Mercedes-Benz, and Toyota FS. Its cloud platform offers clients a composable architecture to digitize operations, ranging from banking, lending, compliance, to payments, and consumer and asset finance. With 3,400 employees in 50 offices, SBS is recognized as a Top 10 European Fintech company by IDC and as a leader in Omdia's Universe: Digital Banking Platforms. SBS is headquartered in Paris, France.
South Wales Guardian
7 days ago
- Automotive
- South Wales Guardian
Noel Gallagher's Jaguar MKII Convertible up for sale
Gallagher, who is currently on tour with Oasis, owned the car in the 1990s and had the vehicle specially commissioned. Originally a four-door MKII saloon, the Jaguar underwent a high-specification transformation into a convertible model by specialists Vicarage. The two-year restoration period also allowed Gallagher the opportunity to learn to drive, as he had yet to obtain a driving licence at the time. The rear doors were removed and the front doors extended, while an electric hood and window system were added to create a fully-functioning convertible. From there, modern inertia-reel seatbelts, an electric cooling fan and an automatic gearbox transformed the Jaguar into a far more current affair. While the car was never driven by Gallagher in the end, it was kept in professional storage for many years, as well as making an appearance in a music video for Gallagher's High Flying Birds band, driven by Doctor Who actor Matt Smith. In 2022, the car was purchased by Jaguar Land Rover Classic, and it continued to make appearances in a number of high-profile events, including during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations with model Twiggy riding in the back. Now for sale via Twyford Moors, the MKII Convertible remains in 'stunning' condition according to the seller. Harry Rochez from Twyford Moors Classic Cars said: 'We're absolutely thrilled to be offering such an extraordinary car with a story as rich as its spec. 'Commissioned by Noel Gallagher at the height of Britpop and built by the renowned team at Vicarage, this MKII Convertible is more than just a classic Jaguar—it's a cultural icon. With Oasis back on tour, it feels like the perfect time for this very special piece of motoring and music history to find its next custodian.' The Jaguar is currently available to purchase with its price released on application. However, it was last accompanied by a price of £144,950 when sold by Jaguar Land Rover Classic in 2023.
Leader Live
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- Leader Live
Noel Gallagher's Jaguar MKII Convertible up for sale
Gallagher, who is currently on tour with Oasis, owned the car in the 1990s and had the vehicle specially commissioned. Originally a four-door MKII saloon, the Jaguar underwent a high-specification transformation into a convertible model by specialists Vicarage. The two-year restoration period also allowed Gallagher the opportunity to learn to drive, as he had yet to obtain a driving licence at the time. The rear doors were removed and the front doors extended, while an electric hood and window system were added to create a fully-functioning convertible. From there, modern inertia-reel seatbelts, an electric cooling fan and an automatic gearbox transformed the Jaguar into a far more current affair. While the car was never driven by Gallagher in the end, it was kept in professional storage for many years, as well as making an appearance in a music video for Gallagher's High Flying Birds band, driven by Doctor Who actor Matt Smith. In 2022, the car was purchased by Jaguar Land Rover Classic, and it continued to make appearances in a number of high-profile events, including during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations with model Twiggy riding in the back. Now for sale via Twyford Moors, the MKII Convertible remains in 'stunning' condition according to the seller. Harry Rochez from Twyford Moors Classic Cars said: 'We're absolutely thrilled to be offering such an extraordinary car with a story as rich as its spec. 'Commissioned by Noel Gallagher at the height of Britpop and built by the renowned team at Vicarage, this MKII Convertible is more than just a classic Jaguar—it's a cultural icon. With Oasis back on tour, it feels like the perfect time for this very special piece of motoring and music history to find its next custodian.' The Jaguar is currently available to purchase with its price released on application. However, it was last accompanied by a price of £144,950 when sold by Jaguar Land Rover Classic in 2023.
