AIXA Miner has launched a sustainable crypto mining system designed for 2025, positioning itself at the forefront of eco-innovation in a field often criticised for its environmental impact.
The initiative draws on renewable energy systems, cutting-edge mining rigs, and intelligent AI optimisation, with the goal of running all operations on 100% clean energy worldwide.
As scrutiny mounts on traditional mining’s fossil fuel usage, AIXA’s approach shows that high-performance mining and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.
“Our goal is to redefine what responsible mining looks like,” said a spokesperson at AIXA Miner. “By integrating renewable power sources, intelligent AI, and modern energy-efficient mining equipment, we are creating a path toward a cleaner crypto economy.”
AIXA Miner, which currently has over 1 million users worldwide, operates on a cloud-based system, meaning users do not require personal hardware or on-site infrastructure. Instead, mining activity is routed through data centers that utilize hydroelectric, wind, and solar energy.
These centers are monitored and optimised using AI algorithms that dynamically allocate resources based on both profitability and energy efficiency.
Mining options on the platform currently include contracts with DOGE Miner Antminer L7, BTC Miner Antminer S17 Pro, BTC Miner Avalon A15XP-206T and BTC Miner S21e XP Hydro, a unit powered by hydroelectric energy which offers a 41.20% ROI over 20 days. Each contract includes transparent terms and capital returned at maturity.
The announcement aligns with wider market shifts in 2025, including Bitcoin’s stabilization above $110,000 and increased institutional interest in ESG-compliant digital assets. AIXA Miner is currently available in over 200 countries and supports mining of Bitcoin (BTC), Dogecoin (DOGE), and Litecoin (LTC).
To further support its global community, AIXA Miner is offering new users a $20 signup bonus, allowing them to start mining immediately and experience the platform risk-free.
The platform’s AI-driven system automatically identifies the most lucrative mining pools and dynamically adjusts hash power to optimise returns, delivering daily rewards directly to users without any manual intervention.
The affiliate program rewards users for expanding their network. With users earning a 5% commission on deposits made by direct referrals, with additional income opportunities from activity within secondary and tertiary networks.
The VIP Membership system offers escalating benefits and enhanced daily earnings as investments on the platform increases.
Protected by military-grade encryption, security is underpinned by McAfee® and Cloudflare® technologies, SSL encryption, and AIG-insured coverage. AIXA Miner’s infrastructure ensures full-time availability and system reliability for a global user base.
With these innovative features, AIXA Miner continues to provide a secure, accessible, and environmentally conscious solution for cryptocurrency mining in 2025 and beyond.
SMEs throughout the West Midlands are being offered a chance to contribute to one of the world’s most moving sporting events—the 11th Invictus Games, taking place in Birmingham in July 2027.
The organising committee of the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 has launched the Champions Programme, welcoming local small and medium-sized enterprises to get involved in delivering the internationally celebrated event.
The Invictus Games, launched by Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, in 2014, is known across the globe for promoting recovery, strength, and community among wounded, injured, and sick members of the military—both those still serving and those who have transitioned to civilian life.
What does this mean for Birmingham?
Hosted at the NEC Campus, the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 team will aim to deliver the most cohesive and celebrated Games in the event’s history. The entire experience will be centred within a single festival-style hub – with all events on-site, seamless transport connections, and award-winning facilities, the NEC will be the beating heart of the Games, offering an unforgettable experience for all involved.
Partnering with the Games offers more than exposure – it is an opportunity for businesses to publicly align with a globally recognised event, that is rooted in inclusivity and positive social impact. Birmingham is an internationally renowned centre of excellence for Defence medicine, the QE Hospital treats wounded, injured sick members of the Armed Forces; Fisher House next door accommodates families whilst their loved ones are being treated, the Royal College of Defence Medicine within the hospital trains the clinicians and the World leading Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre is in the region.
For West Midland based SMEs, this unique setup creates a perfect storm of broad visibility, and high footfall. With thousands of competitors, visitors, media representatives, and dignitaries uniting in one dynamic location, local businesses have an unparalleled chance to connect with both national and international audiences – right on their doorstep.
Whether through supplier contracts, campaign collaborations, or community initiatives, SMEs can position themselves as influential contributors to a world-class celebration of the resilience of the human spirit.
What’s more, the broader impact of the Games will continue to fuel growth, far beyond the Games ending, seeking to inspire recovery, improve resilience and influence reconnection. Through delivering a brilliant Invictus Games in 2027, with an ambitious wider impact programme, championing diversity, accessibility, and empowerment, the Invictus Games contributes towards a more connected and vibrant business landscape, where SMEs can lead real, sustainable change.
The Champions Programme
To help bring the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 to life, the organisers have announced the launch of the Champions Programme: a powerful opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises to be front and centre of this event. This isn’t just about sponsorship. It is about positioning businesses at the intersection of visibility and legacy. The Champions Programme is designed to give SMEs access to exclusive marketing benefits, high-impact brand activations, and meaningful engagement with both local communities and an international audience.
By becoming a Champion of the Birmingham Games, businesses will:
Drive Social Change – Join the mission to break down barriers, challenge stigma, and inspire inclusion through community projects, education, and training.
Support Recovery – Directly impact the lives of wounded, injured, and sick service personnel and veterans by supporting their recovery journeys through adaptive sport.
Enhance Visibility – Showcase brands across the Games’ extensive media channels, promotional campaigns, and high-profile events attended by dignitaries, global media, and thousands of spectators.
Create a Lasting Social Impact – Collaborate with a powerful network of like-minded partners, civic leaders, and changemakers working to deliver not just a sporting event—but a transformational experience for all involved
With bespoke campaign opportunities, exclusive recognition, and a platform to share their stories, the Champions Programme offers SMEs a powerful way to align with a movement that leaves a legacy far beyond 2027.
HSAT has unveiled a technological breakthrough in predicting cocoa yields, consistently delivering accuracy levels above 95%.
This progress positions HSAT’s CropGPT as the global benchmark for AI-powered cocoa production forecasting.
Feeding on billions of data points and refreshed twice hourly, the platform merges satellite data, highly localised weather insights, crop survey inputs, disease outbreak signals, and economic factors spanning cocoa hubs including Ivory Coast, Ghana, Ecuador, Nigeria, and Indonesia.
Predictions are validated through independent methods, including on-the-ground verification by HSAT’s global field team of over 2,000 contributors.
HSAT’s cocoa forecasting models are tailored to regional agronomic conditions and adapt in real time. Disease mapping (e.g., CSSV), AI-driven pod counting, and cumulative rainfall analysis are key innovations that allow HSAT to detect yield threats before they impact production – delivering intelligence to traders, insurers, and producers with unmatched lead time and precision.
“Our models aren’t static forecasts, they evolve each week,” said Rob Weston, founder. “We show our accuracy over the past decade, and every model is specific to crop, country, and season. This level of granularity is unique in the market.”
HSAT’s predictions are actively used by major soft commodity traders, food producers, and hedge funds to manage risk and improve strategic planning.
The cocoa insights feed directly into HSAT’s Market Forces system – enabling users to track how rainfall deficits, disease outbreaks, or FX movements impact future yields.
A detailed report on the impact of disease in Ivory Coast and Ghana – two of the world’s largest cocoa producers – is available at https://reports.cropgpt.ai/cocoadisease.
CropGPT’s forecasts are delivered through dashboards, weekly reports, APIs, and alerts – ensuring clients receive the intelligence in the format they need, at the speed they demand.
RJJ Software is proud to share that Jamie Taylor, its Principal Consultant and founder, has once again been named a Microsoft MVP (Most Valuable Professional) in Developer Technologies—his fourth successive year receiving this prestigious honour.
With under 3,000 recipients worldwide, the award acknowledges Jamie’s influential role within the global developer community and his continuous efforts to improve software development practices.
The MVP status is granted to experts who demonstrate leadership through active knowledge sharing and community involvement, helping other developers grow and succeed.
Jamie’s consistent recognition since 2021 showcases his dedication to innovation and mentorship. From widely used open-source security tools to developer-focused educational media, his contributions have made a tangible global impact.
Jamie’s community impact is exemplified through The Modern .NET Show podcast, which serves as the premier resource for .NET developers worldwide. With more than 170 episodes featuring industry experts and reaching listeners across multiple platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, RSS feeds, and YouTube, the award-winning podcast has become an essential audio toolbox for developers working with modern .NET technologies.
The show’s global reach extends across major markets including the United States (25% of all downloads), United Kingdom (15%), Canada (7%), and Asia (30%), providing accessible technical education to developers at all career stages.
Technical excellence through open-source contribution forms another cornerstone of Jamie’s recognition. His OwaspHeaders.Core library has achieved remarkable success with over 1.2 million downloads, providing essential web application security features to developers across the .NET ecosystem. The library implements OWASP Secure Headers Project recommendations, enabling developers to enhance their application security with minimal effort whilst maintaining clean, maintainable code.
Beyond digital community engagement, Jamie demonstrates his commitment to developing future talent through educational outreach work with Greenhead College’s “Step Into Your Future” programme. This initiative empowers over 1,470 first-year students across 30+ career areas, providing them with valuable industry insights and practical guidance for their professional development. Jamie’s involvement bridges the gap between academic learning and real-world professional application, helping to shape the next generation of software engineers.
“The Microsoft MVP recognition continues to be both an honour and a responsibility,” Jamie commented following the announcement. “It represents not just individual achievement, but a commitment to the broader developer community. Through RJJ Software, The Modern .NET Show, and my open-source contributions, I’m able to help organisations and developers alike realise their full potential using modern technologies.”
The MVP recognition enhances RJJ Software’s position as a leading technology consultancy, demonstrating the company’s deep expertise in technology consulting services, bespoke software development, and web application development.
Clients benefit from Jamie’s recognised expertise in cutting-edge technologies including .NET, Python, Go, JavaScript, and AI/ML integration, alongside strategic guidance in DevOps, DevSecOps, and microservices architecture.
Jamie’s renewed MVP status reflects his strategic vision for technology leadership, having been recognised as “Most Visionary Software Development Managing Director” in 2023. This combination of technical expertise, community contribution, and business acumen positions RJJ Software to help organisations transform their technology challenges into competitive advantages.
The fourth consecutive MVP award reinforces Jamie’s role as a trusted advisor in the technology community, demonstrating his continued commitment to innovation, knowledge sharing, and empowering others through technology. His contributions through podcasting, open-source development, and educational outreach create lasting value for the global developer community whilst advancing the adoption of modern, secure software development practices.
Your Help Hub, a fast-growing name in home maintenance and improvement, has launched its handyman services nationwide to better serve the needs of customers across the UK. The expansion comes as both private homeowners and commercial clients seek trusted, skilled professionals for everyday repairs and upgrades.
Established by Patrick Dinnall, the company has built its brand on reliable delivery of essential services such as plumbing, electrics, painting, joinery, and general fixes. With more customers turning to Your Help Hub for support, the decision to roll out services across the UK reflects its ongoing focus on quality and customer satisfaction.
“We’ve always been driven by the desire to make home maintenance easier for everyone, whether it’s a small fix or a large project,” said Patrick Dinnall, founder of Your Help Hub. “Our nationwide expansion reflects both the growth of the business and the increasing demand for reliable, skilled tradespeople. We’re thrilled to be able to serve more customers and make their lives a little easier.”
The new handyman service offering will be available across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with a team of fully qualified professionals ready to tackle a wide range of jobs. Whether it’s assembling furniture, installing appliances, or fixing leaks, Your Help Hub is now poised to help more customers with the utmost professionalism and efficiency.
“We understand that finding a trusted handyman can be stressful,” Patrick Dinnall continued. “At Your Help Hub, we vet each of our team members to ensure they have the expertise and experience to get the job done right, the first time. Our goal is to be the go-to service for all home and business maintenance needs, offering peace of mind for our clients.”
Following a year of record growth and high customer demand, Your Help Hub’s expansion marks an important step in its ambition to become the UK’s most dependable source for property maintenance. With service standards firmly in place, the company is set to reach even more households and businesses nationwide.
For bookings or more information on services in your area, visit www.yourhelphub.com.
Car keys are essential to our daily lives, yet they are more vulnerable than we might think.
In the lively city of Manchester, where the streets are always bustling and life never stops, a car key issue can suddenly throw a wrench in your plans.
Whether you’re heading to a meeting in Salford, enjoying a night out in the Northern Quarter, or just popping into the Arndale Centre, key-related problems can happen when you least expect them.
Here are some common risks to your car keys that drivers face:
Losing or Misplacing Keys: It’s easy to misplace keys in the rush of everyday life. One moment they’re in your bag, and the next, they’re nowhere to be found.
Damaged Keys or Fobs: Over time, traditional keys can bend or snap, while electronic key fobs can suffer from water damage, broken batteries, or internal malfunctions.
Lockouts: One of the most frustrating things that can happen is locking yourself out of your car. Whether you’re in the city centre or a quieter area like Didsbury, it’s a problem that can happen anywhere.
Key Theft: Losing your keys to theft puts both your car and its security at risk, potentially leading to far more significant problems.
Ignition and Lock Failures: Sometimes the issue lies not with the key but with the car’s ignition system or locks, which can wear out or stop functioning altogether.
Fortunately, these issues can often be solved quickly with the help of an auto locksmith.
What is an auto locksmith and how can they help?
An auto locksmith in Manchester is a professional who specialises in dealing with all types of car key and lock problems. From traditional key cutting to more advanced key programming for modern vehicles, an auto locksmith can solve your issues quickly and effectively.
Key services provided by auto locksmiths
Unlocking Your Vehicle: Whether you’ve accidentally locked your keys inside or lost your set entirely, an auto locksmith can get you back into your car without causing damage.
Key Replacement: If your car keys are lost, damaged, or stolen, a locksmith can cut and programme new ones, even if you don’t have a spare.
Electronic Key Fob Programming: Many modern cars now use sophisticated electronic key fobs. Auto locksmiths can reprogramme these or replace them if they’ve stopped working.
Ignition Repairs or Replacements: A faulty ignition system can prevent you from starting your car. A locksmith can fix or replace the ignition cylinder to restore functionality.
Broken Key Extraction: If your key breaks in the lock or ignition, an auto locksmith can safely extract the broken pieces and provide a new key.
Why it’s important to choose a certified locksmith
When dealing with your car’s locks and keys, certification matters. Certified locksmiths follow professional standards and use the correct tools and techniques to avoid damage to your vehicle. Choosing an uncertified locksmith may lead to unnecessary complications and potential security risks.
Auto locksmith services in Manchester
As one of the UK’s largest and most dynamic cities, Manchester is a place where car key problems can quickly disrupt your busy day. Whether you’re shopping in the Arndale, visiting MediaCityUK in Salford, or heading to Old Trafford, having access to a reliable auto locksmith is a must.
Phoenix Car Keys offers expert locksmith services throughout Manchester and its surrounding areas, ensuring you’re never left stranded.
Why choose Phoenix Car Keys in Manchester?
Available 24/7 for Emergencies Car key issues can happen at any time, whether you’re in the heart of Manchester or in the suburbs. Phoenix Car Keys offers a 24/7 emergency service to ensure you’re always covered, no matter when or where trouble strikes.
Experienced and Certified Locksmiths Its team of locksmiths is fully certified, with extensive experience in handling all types of car key and lock problems. From cutting traditional keys to reprogramming the latest key fobs, their professionals are equipped to provide quick and reliable service for all makes and models of vehicles.
Fast Response Across Greater Manchester Whether you’re in the city centre, in Trafford, Stockport, or any of the surrounding areas, they pride ourselves on fast response times. They understand how crucial it is to solve car key issues quickly, so they aim to be at your location as swiftly as possible.
Affordable and Transparent Pricing At Phoenix Car Keys, you can expect affordable pricing with no hidden fees. You’ll receive a transparent quote before we begin any work, so you know exactly what to expect.
Comprehensive Vehicle Locksmith Services
Phoenix Car Keys provides a full range of services, including:
Unlocking cars without damage.
Replacing lost, stolen, or broken keys.
Programming electronic key fobs and transponder keys.
Repairing or replacing faulty ignition systems.
Extracting broken keys from locks or ignitions.
Serving Manchester’s key areas
Manchester City Centre: From the Northern Quarter to Deansgate, Phoenix Car Keys provides fast and reliable locksmith services in the heart of Manchester.
Trafford: Whether you’re near the Trafford Centre or attending an event at Old Trafford, they offer prompt service in this busy area.
Stockport: Offering reliable locksmith services in Stockport, Phoenix Car Keys ensures drivers never have to wait long for help
Salford: Whether you’re near MediaCityUK or in the residential areas, they’ll be there quickly to solve your car key issues.
Didsbury: Serving Didsbury and nearby areas, they’re ready to assist with any key or lock problem you might encounter.
Why Manchester drivers trust Phoenix Car Keys
Phoenix Car Keys has built a strong reputation in Manchester for providing top-notch auto locksmith services. Their combination of expertise, fast response times, and excellent customer service ensures that they’re the first choice for anyone experiencing car key or lock problems in the city.
When car key issues arise, don’t panic – Phoenix Car Keys is here to help. Whether you’re in Manchester city centre, Salford, Stockport, Trafford, or Didsbury, our 24/7 services, certified locksmiths, and competitive prices mean you’ll always have a reliable solution at hand.
Contact Phoenix Car Keys to get you back on the road without the hassle.
Hillbrush has launched its innovative Hillbrush Tornado Range — a robust, modular broom system designed to raise the bar for strength, reliability, and outdoor cleaning power.
Created with a clear focus on performance, the Tornado broom is ideal for commercial and industrial use, and perfectly suited for challenging domestic environments where durability is essential.
With its structure built from high-strength components, the new range offers not only impressive lifespan but also remarkably effective cleaning, no matter the surface or severity of the task.
What sets the Hillbrush Tornado apart from conventional cleaning tools is its innovative modular design, which allows users to perfectly tailor their heavy-duty outdoor broom to their specific needs, ensuring they always have the precise tool for the task at hand, whether it’s detailed work or broad-area sweeping.
The brush heads are equipped with robust dual fibres, a carefully chosen combination engineered for superior control and the highly effective collection of various outdoor debris.
The brush also offers the flexibility to choose from two practical head sizes. A 14″ wide head is ideal for precision and manoeuvrability in tighter spaces, while a 24″ wide head is the perfect choice for maximising coverage across larger areas.
Complementing these powerful, interchangeable heads is a robust telescopic handle. This handle locks firmly in place, providing adjustable length for ergonomic comfort and extended reach, reducing strain during prolonged use. Crucially, this handle can be easily removed or replaced, adding significantly to the system’s overall versatility. This adaptability means fewer other cleaning tools are needed.
The Hillbrush Tornado range is also suitable for all aspects of garden cleaning equipment. Its superior strength and efficient design make it the perfect solution for a multitude of outdoor chores such as clearing autumn leaves, removing gravel from lawns, sweeping patios and maintaining pathways around a property.
Charlie Coward, Managing Director at Hillbrush said: “For over a century, Hillbrush has been synonymous with quality and innovation in brush manufacturing. As a proudly British company, we are committed to producing tools that not only meet but exceed expectations. The Tornado range is a testament to this legacy. When you choose Hillbrush, you’re choosing reliability, durability, and a heritage of excellence.”
101 Great Goals has officially entered into a strategic content partnership with Blaugranagram, aiming to enrich the football experience for fans by combining their strengths in digital storytelling and sports journalism.
The collaboration will centre on expanding editorial reach, co-developing stories, and improving discoverability across digital platforms. Both organisations share a mission to offer fans not just news, but deeper, more insightful football narratives.
Omar Hawwash, CEO of Blaugranagram, spoke on the importance of this partnership:
“We at Blaugranagram are extremely excited by the prospect of working together with 101 Great Goals to bring football fans closer to the clubs and sport they love. We want to thank them for their trust in us, and want to emphasise that it is absolutely reciprocated, as we look to grow our two platforms together.”
Since its founding in 2006, 101 Great Goals has become a go-to destination for football supporters, delivering up-to-date news, match previews, and betting content focused on leagues like the Premier League, Champions League, and La Liga.
Blaugranagram, known for its strong focus on FC Barcelona and European football, has earned multiple awards for its independent journalism. With a growing presence across platforms and a reputation for reliability, it is well-positioned to complement 101 Great Goals in this joint venture.
A 101 Great Goals spokesperson reflected on the announcement:
“This is an exciting step for us. Partnering with Blaugranagram is a step towards elevating the quality of our content and a sign of exciting developments ahead.”
As part of its expansion strategy, 101 Great Goals continues to seek further partnerships with content creators in the sports media space.
In the early stages, the partnership will prioritise mutual content amplification, editorial collaboration, and cross-promotion across digital and audio channels—including Spotify—where both brands aim to grow their international footprint.
Together, 101 Great Goals and Blaugranagram are poised to build stronger connections with global football audiences, delivering content that resonates with fans at every level.
About 101GreatGoals.com
101GreatGoals provides all the latest football news or betting previews, betting tips, and match previews. The site is updated daily with expert analysis, lineup predictions, and streaming details for matches across Europe and beyond.
About Blaugranagram
Blaugranagram is a multi award-winning independent news outlet covering FC Barcelona and European football. It provides trusted reporting, analysis, and opinions to a global audience via its official website and active social media channels.
• Senior managers are far more likely to use AI than junior staff, new study finds
• 73% of leaders use AI each month, compared with just 32% of entry-level workers
• Millennials—not Gen Z—are the leading workplace adopters of AI
• Poor AI rollout across businesses is associated with a 50% dip in productivity
Employment Hero’s latest Work that Works report has revealed a stark digital divide across UK workplaces. It shows that while AI is transforming the way senior teams operate, many employees are being left out of the revolution altogether.
The data shows 73% of senior managers engage with AI monthly, yet just 32% of those in entry-level roles do the same. This trend suggests that AI tools are disproportionately used by those in leadership, while junior workers receive little benefit.
Interestingly, the generational narrative also shifts. Millennials, often considered the “bridge generation” between digital and analogue, are leading AI usage in the workplace—beating out Gen Z, who are often thought to be the most tech-savvy.
The divide is not just generational—it’s structural. With AI tools and strategies concentrated among top-tier staff, many employees are left without the resources or training to use these systems effectively.
One business leader put it plainly: “The installation of AI and making employees aware about how to use it, is the biggest challenge for our business nowadays,” noted the Head of People at a medium-sized firm.
The consequences of uneven AI implementation are significant. The report links poor AI rollouts to serious losses in output, with staff excluded from AI reporting a 50% drop in productivity. Companies that fail to introduce AI thoroughly risk stalling progress.
The gap widens further in smaller organisations. Companies with fewer than 50 employees are considerably less likely to adopt AI systems—even as digital technology is acknowledged as vital to productivity growth.
When compared to their larger counterparts, small firms are:
28% less likely to allocate funding to new technology
Less inclined to build technical skill sets in their workforce
Frequently stuck in “survival mode” rather than future-proofing
These businesses face mounting risks if they cannot bridge this digital gap.
Yet, despite fears about AI displacing jobs, the report paints a more encouraging picture. Among employees using AI regularly, 40% say they feel less stressed, and 38% believe their output quality has improved.
Kevin Fitzgerald, UK Managing Director at Employment Hero, calls for widespread and inclusive AI adoption:
“AI is only delivering productivity gains for some, and that’s a huge problem.”
“For technology to drive meaningful change, it needs to be in the hands of everyone. That means investing not just in access to tools, but in the training, support and confidence people need to actually use them.”
“We need a trickle-down, human-centred approach to AI adoption. One that starts with leadership, but quickly and intentionally reaches every corner of the business.”
“Closing the AI advantage gap is essential – not just for the success of individual companies, but for improving productivity across the UK economy.”
A Manchester businessman has been found not guilty of computer hacking, following a lengthy investigation and prosecution brought by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Craig Cornick, who heads a number of ventures within the legal and financial services industries, had been accused of historical misconduct alleged to have taken place between 2014 and 2017 in a former company.
The case revolved around claims that Mr Cornick conspired to access computer systems without permission, with the intention of gathering customer contact details unlawfully.
This week, after a trial marred by delays, Bolton Crown Court returned a unanimous not guilty verdict on the central charge of conspiring to unlawfully access computer systems.
In a statement after the ruling, Mr Cornick said:
“I am relieved to have been cleared of some serious and damaging accusations. The claims of computer hacking were shown to be completely unfounded, with no evidence of criminal intent or harm.
“While I acknowledge the challenging and important role the Information Commissioner’s Office plays in protecting citizens’ personal data, I reject any notion of wrongdoing.”
At the time in question, data trading was a common industry practice. Since then, regulations around data use have tightened significantly, reinforcing the need for businesses to closely scrutinise where their data originates.
Mr Cornick reiterated that he had shown willingness to co-operate from the outset and had been prepared to assist the ICO with their enquiries.
Despite that, he was never formally interviewed by the investigating authority.
“I was never subject to any searches of my personal or business properties, I was never interviewed, and my companies have never failed an audit,” he continued. “They are built on professionalism and trust and this result changes none of that.”
Although he was acquitted of the primary charge, the jury — reduced to ten members — returned a majority guilty verdict on a secondary charge of unlawfully obtaining personal data. The maximum punishment for that offence is a financial penalty.
His legal team has confirmed that they intend to appeal the outcome.
“I have managed all my business ventures both past and present with integrity, and this was made clear throughout the case. I plan to clear my name and protect the reputation of my companies and hard-working staff.
“Our technology has assisted in the processing of millions of claims over the years across multiple businesses and we have always complied with every rule and regulation. This outcome does not reflect how we operate nor who we are.
“My businesses never work with third-party data because the origin of that data cannot be assured.
“We are proud of our record and will continue building ethical, compliant businesses that deliver measurable success.”
Mr Cornick’s businesses continue to operate internationally, collaborating with law firms and insurers. No compliance violations or regulatory penalties have ever been issued. His firms have consistently passed audits.
Laura Smith, Head of Corporate and Financial Crime at Cartwright King Solicitors, commented:
“We welcome the not guilty verdict for computer hacking which clears Mr Cornick of serious wrongdoing.
“This was a private prosecution brought by the ICO, relating to offences said to have taken place a significant number of years ago. No evidence was produced throughout the prosecution case that showed Mr Cornick, or the company received or processed stolen data.
“He maintains a strong standing within the business, legal and technology communities and will continue to carry on as normal as we work to fully clear his name.”
As the appeal process begins, Mr Cornick remains focused on supporting his employees and continuing to grow his businesses.
