Are we facing an ‘AI Winter’ or is our relationship with AI evolving?
Peter van der Putten, assistant professor in AI, Leiden University, Director of decisioning at Pegasystems, explores the 'AI Winter' and our relationship with AI.
5G and the next era of network connectivity
Sarah Mills, Network Operator Sector Director, SSE Enterprise Telecoms, discusses the societal and technical benefits of 5G, rural innovation, and the capabilities this new era of network connectivity will bring to businesses.
How to chase unpaid invoices if you are freelancing
Matt Dowling, CEO and Founder of Freelancer Club, suggest six effective ways freelancers and small businesses can chase unpaid invoices amid the COVID-19 uncertainty.
Preventing a humanitarian crisis through a multilateral response to COVID-19
John H. Breen, political scientist and advisor, explains the humanitarian necessity of a multilateral response to COVID-19 and offers policy suggestions.
How can machine learning benefit the healthcare sector?
Machine learning has already been widely accepted in the private sector, however, it is often feared in the public sector. Here, Simon Dennis, Director of AI & Analytics Innovation, SAS UK, explores the benefits of using machine learning in healthcare.
COVID-19 threatens to dampen productivity in the public sector
James McErlean, GM, Headspace for Work, Europe, discusses how public sector leaders can support productivity levels during the COVID-19 pandemic while being realistic and sensitive to any challenges employees might be experiencing.
How can AI help us tackle climate change?
Nikolas Kairinos, CEO, Fountech.ai, discusses why artificial intelligence (AI) holds the key to solving the climate crisis.
A safer approach to creating analytical datasets
Pseudonymisation is a safer approach to prepare your data for analytics, argues Rob Fotheringham, Managing Director from Fotheringham Associates.
How to support local businesses during lockdown
Do you want to help support the local businesses in your area during the COVID-19 lockdown? You can do so safely in these three simple ways.
How to write a top web accessibility statement
Ross Linnett, Founder and CEO of Recite Me, explains how public sector bodies can write a top web accessibility statement to comply with the looming deadline imposed by the UK’s new web accessibility laws.
COVID-19 and medical cannabis: Could the crisis bring opportunities?
John Binns, Partner at BCL Solicitors LLP, provides us with fresh insight into COVID-19 and medical cannabis. He ponders if the crisis could bring opportunities for the industry.
Chemistry research: Driving discovery and development
The Division of Chemistry at the National Science Foundation, provides an update on their work in driving discovery and development concerning chemistry research that improves the quality of life in the United States.
COVID-19 has massively impacted couples struggling with fertility
Sandra Greenbank, Nutritional Therapist & creator of the Corporate Fertility Policy, explores the impact that COVID-19 has had on those struggling with fertility and how employers can offer support.
Existing drugs should be used to treat COVID-19 instead of vaccine
Researchers say we should repurpose existing drugs, which would be faster than waiting for a "magic bullet" vaccine to treat COVID-19.
World Password Day: Strengthening password security
In recognition of this year's World Password Day, five cybersecurity experts have shared their advice for strengthening password security.
How to manage acne rosacea in times of stress
Skin conditions often get worse when we are stressed – for example, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Have you just been diagnosed with acne rosacea? Are there any tips or tricks on how to manage it? Here, Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, explains everything you need to know.
Innovating out of a crisis – further action is needed to support early-stage startups
James Badgett, co-founder of Angel Investment Network, explores the further measures that Government should consider to support Britain’s early-stage startups.
Fintech gives community lenders a timely boost
Chris Gorst, Head of Better Markets, Nesta Challenges discusses the struggles of credit unions and other community lenders.
COVID-19 Volunteer Testing Network: Screening healthcare workers
Mike Fischer CBE, Founder of the COVID-19 Volunteer Testing Network, details the work being done to keep healthcare workers safe on the frontline and provide regular screening for COVID-19.
How can businesses create a more sustainable post-COVID world?
Edward Harbison, Corporate Marketing Manager at Instant Offices shares his thoughts on how businesses can be more sustainable after we emerge in a post-COVID world.