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Open Access Government’s technology category has plenty of very recent and updated information on all the key topics on this ever-expanding market. 

Within this section, you can find articles on topics such as cybercrime, data protection and online harms. And we also touch upon the relevant topics such as social media and its potential danger and its ongoing need for regulation. The protection of personal data in the modern age is a topic is something we touch upon often in the contexts of revenge porn and other forms. Topics such as Cybersecurity in relation to business and the domination of ‘The Cloud’ are very popular.

We all cover a wide range of information concerning the emerging potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and the many developments and ethical arguments within this topic. we have experts giving their opinion on the future of AI and how it will move forward. We also look at AI and its involvement in healthcare.

We also cover the Internet of Things (IoT) along with the use of data and GDPR related issues.

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The power of photons: A quantum leap in computing

Scientists are trying to redefine the capabilities of quantum computers.
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Improving AI models: Teaching Artificial Intelligence to be more like humans

Researchers are fusing the human brain, knowledge and data to enhance AI models.
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AI transparent medical diagnostics model unveiled

Artificial intelligence (AI) models can change the world of medical diagnostics.
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Artificial intelligence outperforms humans in creative thinking

Artificial intelligence has overtaken humans when it comes to creative thinking.
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The revolutionary role of book scanners in modern libraries: The power of knowledge digitized

Learn about the revolutionary role of book scanners in modern libraries, or in other words, the power of knowledge digitized from ScannX, Inc.
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Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (TePAS 2) agreement update

Crown Commercial Service lifts the lid on simplified and more sustainable technology solutions, using the Technology Products and Associated Services 2 (TePAS 2) agreement as an example.
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New AI brain scan can determine whether a brain is male or female

An artificial intelligence model can determine with over 90% accuracy whether brain scans belong to a man or a woman.
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New machine-learning model identifies drug interactions for safer prescribing

Researchers have unveiled a new machine-learning approach to predict drug-accurate interactions.
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NHS Wireless Trials Programme is set to speed up patient connectivity

NHS England has announced the allocation of £1 million across seven trusts as part of its Wireless Trials programme.
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TechUK celebrates UK’s top 200 fastest-growing tech companies in public sector

Tussell and TechUK have unveiled the 3rd annual Tech200 awards, this highlights the exceptional growth of the 200 fastest-growing technology companies in the UK public sector.
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Prisons after COVID-19: A prison chaplain’s view

IPCA Worldwide President David Buick shares the prison chaplain’s perspective on changes after the COVID-19 pandemic.
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UK boosts semiconductor industry with a £26.8 million investment

The United Kingdom is doubling its commitment to semiconductor technology with an investment of £26.8 million.
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UK awards funding to develop quantum computing testbeds

The UK has unveiled the winners of its Quantum Testbed Competition; the seven companies will lead the development and delivery of quantum computing testbeds at the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) in South Oxfordshire by March 2025.
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Machine learning tool unveils promising drugs to minimise harmful scarring post heart attack

Scientists at the University of Virginia have used the power of machine learning to identify potential drugs that could significantly reduce harmful scarring following a heart attack or other injuries.
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ScannX achieves success at the 2024 LibraryWorks Awards

ScannX, a cloud-based book scanning solution for libraries, has secured Quadruple Platinum honours at the 2024 Modern Library Awards (MLAs).
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Are personalised running shoes the future?

Massachusetts Institute of Technology engineers find a way to personalise running shoes to optimise performance using their new model.
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Adopting voice commerce in 2024: Benefits and challenges

Revolutionalizing the shopping experience by embracing voice commerce in 2024 for seamless digital interactions.
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Coming to terms with generative AI’s early potential for government

Following the recent international AI Summit, many government executives are assessing how to get started exploring the technology's potential to improve citizen services.
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Would you trust AI to predict your future life events?

Artificial intelligence (AI) model, life2vec, is capable of predicting life events, including estimating the time of death, by analysing health data.
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Unleashing the opportunity of digital technologies for developing health systems

Suzanne Wait and Catherine Whicher from The Health Policy Partnership discuss the opportunities to improve populations’ wellbeing and access to care by harnessing innovative digital health tools and technologies.

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