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World Backup Day highlights rise in ransomware incidents
Data Protection

World Backup Day highlights rise in ransomware incidents

On World Backup Day, Apricorn warns of rising ransomware threats as incidents surged 11% in 2024, stressing the dire need for secure data backups.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025
UK Government to cut jobs, save GBP £2bn with AI use
EduTech

UK Government to cut jobs, save GBP £2bn with AI use

The UK Government's plan to cut civil service jobs and utilise AI aims to save over GBP £2 billion a year, sparking industry discussions on efficiency.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025
AI integration in UK civil service garners expert reactions
Digital Transformation

AI integration in UK civil service garners expert reactions

Experts respond positively to the UK Government's move to integrate artificial intelligence into the civil service, highlighting the need for effective governance and quality data.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
UK tech leaders endorse AI for public sector modernisation
Digital Transformation

UK tech leaders endorse AI for public sector modernisation

UK tech leaders have welcomed the Prime Minister's pledge to reshape the state, underscoring AI's vital role in boosting public service efficiency.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025

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UK unveils Cyber Security & Resilience Bill advancements
EduTech

UK unveils Cyber Security & Resilience Bill advancements

The UK government has unveiled the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, aiming to bolster protections for critical infrastructure against rising cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Intuit launches UK council to boost AI in small business
Digital Transformation

Intuit launches UK council to boost AI in small business

The Intuit Small Business Growth Council has launched in the UK, uniting 18 entrepreneurs to boost AI and digital adoption for small businesses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
UK government urged to modernise for effective AI use
Digital Transformation

UK government urged to modernise for effective AI use

The UK government's use of artificial intelligence is under scrutiny, with experts highlighting urgent investment needs to overcome barriers and enhance public services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Government's AI fund aims to boost public sector reform
Digital Transformation

Government's AI fund aims to boost public sector reform

The UK government unveils its Transformation Fund to boost AI adoption in the public sector, aiming to address skills shortages and enhance digital reform.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
Scottish tech sector optimistic amid challenges for 2025
Unified Communications

Scottish tech sector optimistic amid challenges for 2025

A report by ScotlandIS reveals that 73% of Scottish tech firms remain optimistic for 2025, despite current economic challenges and rising AI opportunities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2025
UK designers oppose government's AI copyright proposal
Physical Security

UK designers oppose government's AI copyright proposal

Concerns are mounting as nearly 30 leading designers urge the UK government to reconsider plans allowing AI companies to exploit copyrighted works without consent.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
UK cyber security bill under scrutiny for key omissions
Firewalls

UK cyber security bill under scrutiny for key omissions

The UK government has introduced the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill aimed at strengthening national infrastructure, though experts warn it may lack key provisions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
UK Food Standards to enhance safety with AI tool
Artificial Intelligence

UK Food Standards to enhance safety with AI tool

The Food Standards Agency is partnering with Aiimi to deploy AI-driven search technology to enhance food safety assessments and expedite new product applications.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Target Group & FourNet partner to enhance NICE CXone use
Unified Communications

Target Group & FourNet partner to enhance NICE CXone use

Target Group has forged a five-year partnership with FourNet to enhance its contact centre operations using the NICE CXone platform, aiming for greater efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
NormCyber to host cyber event for Yorkshire businesses
Ransomware

NormCyber to host cyber event for Yorkshire businesses

NormCyber has teamed up with the Yorkshire & Humber Cyber Crime Unit to host a free Cyber Crime Awareness Event for SMEs and charities on 20th February 2025.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity
Data Protection

Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity

The UK government proposes banning ransomware payments by public sector bodies, yet experts warn that proactive data protection strategies are essential to combat cyber threats.

By Simon Pamplin • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
London tech salaries lead, Manchester & Leeds compete
Data Analytics

London tech salaries lead, Manchester & Leeds compete

A new survey shows tech professionals in London earn an average salary of GBP £120,000, highlighting the city's status as a thriving technology hub.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Half of UK education professionals worried about AI risks
Data Protection

Half of UK education professionals worried about AI risks

A new survey from Sharp reveals that half of education professionals in the UK feel anxious about AI heightening cybersecurity risks, highlighting urgent training needs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
UK unifies armed forces recruitment with Pega platform
Robotic Process Automation

UK unifies armed forces recruitment with Pega platform

The UK government has launched a unified recruitment service for its armed forces, with Pega providing a digital platform to streamline the enlistment process.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sun, 9th Feb 2025