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Facts you might not know about Rebecca Ferguson
Rebecca Ferguson has been confirmed in a new romantic comedy film Honeymoon/Funeral, but how much do you know about the actress? Rebecca Ferguson After weeks of speculation, it has been confirmed that Rebecca Ferguson and Greta Lee are to play the leads in a new romantic comedy called Honeymoon/Funeral, Deadline has revealed. The movie has been filming in London in recent weeks, which has led to plenty of media rumours, which until the story broke had not been confirmed.
Repelling the Threats with Cloud Print Security
Cloud print security is becoming increasingly popular for SMBs as businesses move away from on-premises solutions, and while it brings advantages such as flexibility and cost, there are also threats from cybercriminals, which is being rapidly exacerbated by AI. So how do resellers ensure that SMB customers’ cloud print facilities are as secure as possible now and in the future?
Sharp Europe’s Latest A4 Monochrome MFP: MX B428W
Sharp Europe has broadened its A4 multifunction printer range with the introduction of a new monochrome model, which is aimed at hybrid workplaces looking for a device that handles everyday print and scan requirements alongside the security that is needed to keep businesses safe. Many workplaces are increasingly embracing hybrid working practices, seeking to capitalise on the benefits it brings such as increased productivity and employee satisfaction.
Fun facts about Amelia Dimoldenberg
Amelia Dimoldenberg has announced that her hugely popular YouTube show Chicken Shop Date is coming to an end – but how much do you know about her? Andrew Garfield and Amelia Dimoldenberg on Chicken Shop Date For more than 10 years, Chicken Shop Date has delighted fans across the world. The show, which sees Amelia Dimoldenberg go on a ‘date’ with a host of actors, musicians and celebrities in a fried chicken shop setting, has become a huge hit.
PFU EMEA: Transitioning to the Future as a Capture-First Company
PFU (EMEA) recently held an event at the Vatican to launch new scanners and outline the next phase of its PaperStream story, as the company completes its transition to being a capture-first company. The Vatican may be the seat of the Roman Catholic church, but it is also a country – indeed, it is the smallest independent country in the world. This means that, as well as being a religious centre, it is an administrative centre too – with all the documentation requirements that come with that.
Streaming shows we are excited to see in September
September is traditionally the time when TV networks bring back their big shows and debut new ones – and that is still in evidence this month. Gary Oldman returns in Slow Horses this month When the summer is over, and everyone is back in work and school, and the weather starts to get colder, this is time when people look to stay in and find a good show to watch or, increasingly these days, binge.
The new role of Sustainability in Shaping Deals
Greig Millar, chief revenue officer at Brother UK, reflects on how sustainability really influences buying decisions and who it matters most to in organisations for dealmaking teams to leverage. Sustainability has been a key part of resellers’ conversations with customers over the last decade, but is it meaningful enough to swing customer purchase decisions? New data from our Tech Trust Index suggests something more nuanced.
Movies we are excited to see in September
The summer saw some great movies drop in the theater, but as we head into autumn there are plenty more coming. Here are six we are most excited to see. Andrew Garfield stars in The Uprising As usual, the summer saw some huge blockbuster movies released – including Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which has become the year’s top-grossing movie so far – as well as interesting independent movies. Now, as we move into autumn, Hollywood is showing no sign of slowing down its pace of exciting movie releases.
Managed Print has Changed: Has your Software Kept Up?
Customer expectations for what they get from their managed print services have evolved in recent years, and providers need to ensure that their software has moved with the times to ensure that the customer maintains a premium experience. There was a time when managed print services (MPS) were primarily about monitoring toner levels, collecting meter readings and dispatching service engineers when a device failed. Today, those fundamentals still matter – but they are no longer enough.
Growing Cartridge Recycling Demand creates Opportunity for Print Resellers
Printer toner cartridges are one of the most used consumables for businesses and create significant waste if they are just thrown away – but there are increasing numbers of recycling programmes available and resellers should get involved to help customers towards their ESG goals. Toner cartridges are a traditional big selling consumable for print resellers, but when the cartridges are empty, they can create waste if they are not dealt with properly.
All we know about Netflix drama Enigma Variations
Upcoming Netflix romantic drama Enigma Variations has put together a star-studded cast – here is all we know about the show based on a bestselling book. Aaron Taylor-Johnson For fans of modern romantic drama, Netflix has become something of a go-to place, with successes such as Call Me by Your Name in the recent past. Now, the streamer is putting together another show that is set to repeat the success.
Facts you might not know about Barry Keoghan
Barry Keoghan has been confirmed as reprising his role from Top Boy in a new spinoff show for Netflix. But how much do you know about the Irish actor? Barry Keoghan Barry Keoghan, one of the hottest upcoming stars of the small and big screen, has confirmed that he is returning to one of his old characters – Jonny McGee from Top Boy. Jonny was an antagonist in season five of Top Boy, a high-ranking member of an Irish gang that dealt drugs in London.
PFU EMEA launches free ScanSnap Camera Feature
PFU (EMEA) Ltd has launched ScanSnap Camera, a new feature available through the free-to-download ScanSnap Home mobile app that extends the ScanSnap experience beyond dedicated hardware to smartphones. The new ScanSnap Camera enables users to capture documents, receipts, business cards and photos directly from their smartphone, transforming them into clean, searchable and organised digital files in seconds.
Everything we know about the new RoboCop series
A new series based on the iconic sci-fi action thriller franchise RoboCop has been greenlit and its star has been named – here is all we know about the show. Dan Stevens RoboCop was one of the biggest hit sci-fi movie franchises of the late 1980s and early 90s, spawning three movies, as well as video games, animated series and a whole range of merchandise.
Is your Printer Fleet Management Platform still Earning its Place?
Unstable data collectors, an outdated interface, limited reporting, support tickets that go nowhere, features that quietly break: for many dealers and managed print service providers, this has simply become “how it works.” Mark Kouwenberg, director of sales at MPS Monitor, argues the real cost isn’t switching platforms, it’s staying on one that no longer earns its place. You already know the list.
Konica Minolta launches Next Day National Delivery
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd is now offering partners next-day delivery across its office equipment, entry-level Professional Print devices, and full range of genuine consumables. This enhancement helps partners respond more quickly to customer requirements, reduce lead times and improve overall service levels. The new service is being introduced in collaboration with Konica Minolta’s authorised hardware and consumables distributor, Westcoast.
Fun facts you might not know about Dave Bautista
Dave Bautista has been confirmed to play Kratos in Prime Video’s upcoming God of War fantasy drama. But how much do you know about Dave Bautista? Dave Bautista Dave Bautista has been confirmed as the new man to play Kratos in Prime Video’s much anticipated God of War fantasy drama series. When Ryan Hurst, the original man cast as Kratos, tore a bicep muscle during a stunt in June, it left producers with a dilemma. As they were four months into the shoot, did they wait or recast.
Apogee Partners OBT
Apogee Corporation has announced a strategic partnership with OBT (Operational Business Technology company) to help customers unlock operational insight hidden within manual and paper-based processes. Despite years of digital transformation, many organisations still rely on paper forms, handwritten notes, customer correspondence and other manual workflows to capture valuable operational information.
Katun Arivia MFP Compatible with Cartadis Contactless RFID Card Reader
Katun Corporation has announced that its Arivia MFP portfolio is now fully compatible with Cartadis’ TCM4, TCM4-BLE (Bluetooth), and TCM4-Mini radio-frequency identification (RFID) contactless card readers. This compatibility enables organisations to implement secure, card-based authentication directly at the device, helping protect sensitive documents, simplify user access management and support compliance across MFP fleets.
Facts you might not know about Andrew Garfield
Andrew Garfield, best known for his role in the Spider-Man movies, turns 43 today. But how much do you know about this beloved actor? Andrew Garfield Andrew Garfield has become a much-loved movie and TV actor over the past 20 years. Whether it is for his compelling performances in movies such as Spider-Man, or hilarious interviews on chat shows, Andrew has developed a strong fanbase over the years.
Fun facts about Legends star Charlie Hunnam
Charlie Hunnam is set to star in a spinoff to Sons of Anarchy that he is co-developing – but how much do you know about him? Charlie Hunnam Sons of Anarchy, the gritty drama about a motorcycle gang, was much loved when it ran from 2008-2014, but now, more than a decade later, a spinoff is being developed – and it sounds wild. FX has ordered Legends, which is described as a ‘meta thriller’, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
Fun facts you might not know about Edward Norton
Actor and filmmaker Edward Norton has just turned 57, but how much do you know about him? Here are some facts you might not know. Edward Norton Edward Norton has been regarded as one of the finest actors of his generation for more than 20 years. While the actor himself would never admit to this, he has an enviable body of work. He made his breakthrough in Primal Fear in 1996, which won him a Golden Globe for best Supporting Actor and an Oscar nomination in the same category.
Everything we know about Scrubs season 2
The rebooted Scrubs will return for a second season with new stars joining the cast – here is all we know about what is happening. Bill Lawrence with some of the Scrubs cast. Revivals of beloved comedy series are tricky things. While fans can love to see what their favourite characters are up to now, sometimes the new writing or characters can’t live up to the original and it palls in comparison to it.
Fun facts about MCU Professor X Christopher Abbott
Professor X is one of the most iconic of Marvel’s X-Men, and Christopher Abbott has been cast as him for the MCU – but how much do you know about him? Christopher Abbott The X-Men are some of Marvel’s most beloved and iconic characters, and, after many years of waiting, they are poised to fully join the MCU in the coming years. Some characters have already appeared in cameos in recent MCU movies including, most recently, Jean Grey in – spoiler alert! – Spider-man: Brand New Day.
Five quick facts about Emilia Jones
Emilia Jones has been cast in the lead role of new Netflix series The Retrievers, but how much do you know about this up-and-coming star of TV and cinema? Emilia Jones has just been cast in Netflix drama The Retrievers Netflix’s new high-profile drama The Retrievers has named its lead actor, and they have plumped for rising English star Emilia Jones to take on the role of Gabby Clemente, according to Deadline.
Everything we know about Miami Vice ‘85
The new big-screen version of classic TV series Miami Vice is taking shape ahead of its scheduled release in 2028 – here is everything we know about it. Credit: Imago Alden Ehrenreich is hot property in the US acting world now and, fresh from winning his first Tony Award earlier this year for his role in Becky Shaw, he is now set to join a high-profile Hollywood reboot of a classic 1980s TV show.
Facts you might not know about Nicholas Hoult
Nicholas Hoult has been confirmed as joining the cast of the new Harry Potter series as Gilderoy Lockhart – but how much do you know about the actor? Nicholas Hoult We haven’t seen the first season of the hugely anticipated – if perhaps somewhat controversial – new take on the Harry Potter saga, but we are already getting cast announcements for the second season.
Fun facts you didn’t know about Chris Hemsworth
Aussie actor Chris Hemsworth – best known for playing Thor in the MCU – turns 43 today. But how much do you know about this iconic actor? Chris Hemsworth as Thor in Thor: Love and Thunder (2022) Chris Hemsworth has been one of the biggest actors in the world for more than a decade now. His portrayal of Thor in 11 MCU movies to date – including four under his own name – have become iconic. He is set to reprise the role again in the upcoming movie Avengers: Doomsday.
The latest Print in the Channel Magazine is OUT!
The latest issue of Print in the Channel magazine is OUT, and its packed full of EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS: 🔹 PFU (EMEA) recently launched their new scanners and next phase of PaperStream at the Vatican, as the company completes its transition to being a capture-first company. Brian Fortune, general manager sales EMEA tells us more.
All we know about who is joining the MCU’s X-Men
Marvel is gradually building its roster of actors to play X-Men in upcoming MCU movies, with some of Hollywood’s hottest actors involved. Here is all we know. Sadie Sink Ever since Marvel gained access to the cinematic version of X-Men characters – when parent company Disney bought 20th Century, ending a somewhat complex legal situation that there isn’t time to go into here – there has been speculation about who would take on some of the most iconic roles in comic history.
HP Brings NVIDIA RTX Spark to New OmniBook AI PCs
HP has debuted PCs built for the next wave of Windows PC experiences powered by NVIDIA RTX Spark. The unified portfolio delivers preconfigured tools and secure local processing to accelerate AI workflows for creators, developers and gamers. Demands on PCs are ever-increasing from their professional users, be they creators or developers, especially as more are now utilising the power and potential of AI functionality.
AI Cyberthreats Rise as Resellers and MSPs Step Up the Fight
AI is revolutionising the number and scale of cyberthreats businesses face, but it is also a vital part of the fightback against it, and resellers must ensure they remain at the cutting edge to keep customers safe. Cybersecurity has been a growing problem for businesses of all sizes for many years, and the advent of AI has only exacerbated matters, meaning resellers and managed service providers (MSPs) are on the frontline of keeping customers protected.
Shows we are excited to see on streaming in August
August can be a slow month for TV, but not in this case – streaming services have a load of new and eagerly-anticipated shows available to binge this month. Ted Lasso Traditionally, August was a slow month for TV. Executives tended to acknowledge that in this month, many people were on holiday, or out busy doing things when the weather was nice, so there weren’t many new shows put on, with the focus on sporting events or repeats, with new shows being readied for September.
Movies we are excited to see in August
The holiday season is in full swing, and, as usual, Hollywood has come up with some great new titles to keep up cooped in the dark for a couple of hours. Mckenna Grace voices Skye in Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie If you’re looking for something to do in the holiday season, then a trip to the movies is always a treat. This is traditionally a time of year when the movie industry steps up its game and releases some big films to draw the crowds in, and 2026 is no exception.
Outdoor WiFi Moves Centre Stage as WiFi 7 and IoT Drive New Opportunities
Demand for outdoor WiFi applications is growing in the UK across a variety of sectors as connectivity beyond traditional buildings is increasingly valued in a range of sectors and this provides opportunities for resellers. The recent heatwave in the UK saw many people heading to outdoor spaces to enjoy the weather. Many people will have gone to pubs and restaurants to enjoy some al fresco dining and drinking too.
Resellers can Help SMBs Prepare for Power Outages
With the UK experiencing ever-increasing extreme weather events, from heatwaves to flooding, it means that power outages are a concern, especially for SMBs where even a relatively short break in power can cause huge problems. This is where uninterruptable power supplies come in, but SMBs have distinct needs in their solutions, which resellers must be alive to.
AI Boom Creates Long-Term Opportunity Despite Memory Supply Pressures
The hardware components space is facing challenging conditions, but history shows that working together in adversity leads to long-term success, as Iwona Zalewska, regional director for UK & Ireland, DRAM Business Manager, EMEA Region, Kingston Technology, explains. Vendors in the hardware components space, especially DRAM and SSD, continue to ride the choppy waters of rapidly altering market dynamics, changing customer expectations and persistent supply-chain challenges.
EU Common Charger Rules Create New Opportunities for Resellers
In April, the EU brought in common charger rules, which means new laptops ship without a charger included and every laptop sold in the channel now carries a charger attach opportunity for resellers – and there are plenty of options available. On April 28, the EU Common Charger Directive came into force, which mandates USB-C as the universal charging port for all small- and medium-sized electronic devices – mainly laptops.
Inflection Point is Evolving from MSP to Managed Intelligence Provider
Managed service provider Inflection Point has grown quickly in recent years and has ambitions to continue that through the cutting edge with AI, but also traditional values of good customer service and building long-term relationships with clients. For any managed service provider (MSP) around the UK, AI is one word that crops up in almost every conversation with customers today. The technology is rapidly developing and many businesses are looking to explore its potential.
Smarter Receipt and Label Printing Improves Productivity and Compliance
With regulatory and operational pressures on the rise, businesses are rethinking how they manage receipt and label printing to maximise efficiency, productivity and customer satisfaction, as Paul Kim, managing director at BIXOLON Europe GmbH, explains. For many years, receipt and label printers have been seen as simple, behind-the-scenes technology that is necessary but offers little impact. This misconception has been slowly changing over the last few years.
Vertiv expands Power Portfolio with new Compact Desktop UPS
Vertiv has introduced the Vertiv™ PowerUPS 100 Standby Series, a new generation of compact uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems designed to help maintain continuity in distributed digital environments, and reduce the impact of unexpected power interruptions on everyday digital activity. In EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), the 230 V series is available with lithium-ion and VRLA models across a range of capacities to support desktop and small office applications.
Why Identity-Based Attacks Are the New Challenge for MSPs
Trust is the primary source of risk within modern IT environments, according to Kaseya’s 2026 SaaS Security Report. Threat actors have abandoned perimeter attacks in favour of softer targets like identities, OAuth integrations and collaboration workflows, leaving a trust gap most small and mid-sized businesses can’t see, let alone close.
Redsquid AI Services Launched
Redsquid has launched Redsquid AI Services, a strategic AI transformation practice designed to help organisations move beyond experimentation and embed artificial intelligence securely into everyday business operations, delivering measurable business outcomes. The launch marks a significant step in Redsquid’s ambition to become the UK’s most trusted AI-enabled managed service provider and AI transformation partner.
Make It Certain: Why Acer Is Backing Reliability, Not Just Spec Sheets
As UK businesses weigh up their next fleet refresh, Acer is putting its money where its warranty is. News in the Channel looks at the TravelMate AI PC range, the certainty behind the Acertainty name, and why it’s worth a business quote. Every vendor says its laptops are reliable. Acer is one of the few putting a cash figure on that claim.
Why Confidential Shredding Matters More in the Hybrid Working Era
With many office-based employees working at home regularly on a long-term basis, they often have confidential documents in their possession – and these must be disposed of properly when necessary by shredding, which provides opportunities for resellers. With hybrid working now a long-term trend in this country, office workers expect – and are expected – to do everything they can at home as they can in the office, and this includes handling sensitive documents as and when required.
Facts you might not know about Daniel Radcliffe
Daniel Radcliffe – still best known for playing Harry Potter in the movie series celebrates his 37th birthday today – but how much do you know about him? Daniel Radcliffe Daniel Radcliffe shot to fame when he was just a child after he landed the title character role for the Harry Potter film series, which featured eight films released between 2001 and 2011.
The latest News in the Channel magazine is OUT
The latest issue of News in the Channel magazine can be found here. It is packed with news, product launches, events, insights, channel opinion and advice for IT distributors and resellers – click here. This issue’s front cover features Acer. Find ACERtAInty in every quote. Acer is meeting the AI Revolution with Cloud-First Security and can create tailored business solutions, offer volume pricing, and it is all backed by a promise Acer is willing to put a refund behind. Get a quote today.
How Resellers Can Unlock Growth with Thermal Label Printers
Thermal label printers are becoming increasingly popular among businesses of all sizes across a range of sectors. But customers are exacting in their requirements – especially connectivity and sustainability – so if resellers can take that into account, there are opportunities to be had. E-commerce continues to grow across the world, with the amount of goods available to order online continually increasing, from takeaways to medical prescriptions.
The latest News in the Channel Magazine is OUT NOW
The latest issue of News in the Channel magazine is here, packed full of: PRODUCT LAUNCHES & REVIEWS: 🔹 Discover AOC’s E4 series of monitors, designed for the SMB market, all with 5-year warranties. 🔹Craig Booth, general manager for Acer UK discusses the Acer TravelMate AI PC range, the certainty behind the Acertainty name, and why it’s worth a business quote. 🔹 HP has debuted PCs built for the next wave of Windows PC experiences powered by NVIDIA RTX Spark.
Fun facts you might not know about Jenna Ortega
Jenna Ortega has signed up alongside Rose Byrne to star in a new film centred on gymnastics called Nasty – but how much do you know about her? Jenna Ortega at Beetlejuice premiere. Good news for fans of Jenna Ortega – and there are many of you out there – she has signed up to star in a new movie alongside Rose Byrne called Nasty, which starts shooting this autumn.
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