Six core capabilities to modernise public sector IT infrastructures
Stan Lowe, CISO, Zscaler, examines the six core capabilities that are needed for security modernisation in government agencies, particularly now with increasingly complex hybrid environments and more mobile work.
Tech researchers: UK government should rethink track and trace
Lancaster University researchers suggest that the UK government should work with a deeper understanding of public priorities for track and trace.
Empowering patients via video consultations
COVID-19 has provided an all-too-real use case for video consultations in the NHS, but it’s the power it gives patients over their own care, that will ensure it survives long after the pandemic, says Rowan Pritchard Jones.
How data virtualisation can aid public/private sectors during, and after, COVID-19
Alberto Pan, Chief Technical Officer, Denodo, explores the role that data integration is currently playing in the global pandemic by enabling response teams and governments to gain the upper hand and start planning for a future post COVID-19.
How automation can deliver effective risk assessments for front-line workers
James Duez, CEO of intelligent automation firm, Rainbird, explores how automation can be used for delivering the effective risk assessments that our front-line workers deserve.
What impact can AI have on town planning?
Robin Barber, Product Owner of Built Environment at Arcus Global, explores how artificial intelligence (AI) can play a role in town planning.
5 ways to prevent data breaches and cyber attacks
The British Assessment Bureau has compiled a list of 5 preventative measures for organisations to avoid data breaches and cyber attacks.
FBI investigates Twitter attack on high-profile celebrities
The FBI has launched an investigation after a cyberattack on high-profile US figures in an apparent Bitcoin scam.
Russia behind APT29 cyberattack on UK vaccine trials
Today (16 July) the UK Government confirmed an APT29 cyberattack, on the UK's COVID-19 vaccine trials and previously the 2019 General Election.
Investment in technology will move us from reaction to recovery
Martin McFadyen, Head of Public Sector, Virgin Media Business, explains why investing in technology will help us move from reaction to recovery amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Will coronavirus lead to automation ruling over human interaction?
Thomas Bradley, content writer at Lookers BMW, explores how automation could shape the future of business and how it may, in fact, play a part in helping the environment too.
How to mitigate cybersecurity vulnerabilities faced in the public sector
Nash Kapoor, VP EMEA at Alsid, discusses the key consideration for local governments looking to protect digital infrastructure from cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Remote working and the rise of cybercriminals
Stephen Burke, CEO and founder of Cyber Risk Aware, discusses how organisations can do their own ‘health check’, train their employees in real-time and adopt cybersecurity best practice in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Excelerate Technology: COVID-19 and the value of staying connected
David Savage, Group Executive Chairman of Excelerate Technology, details the importance of utilising a mix of communication channels for assisting with remote operations during a crisis.
How cloud tech can help businesses survive the COVID-19 pandemic
Patrick Navarro, Executive Vice President and Head of Cloud at Jefferson Frank, shares his expert advice for business leaders on surviving the COVID-19 crisis with the help of cloud technology.
Tech companies drop development of facial recognition
Some tech companies have dropped development of facial recognition software, under fears of human rights violations by police.
How content design will convert the ‘volunteer army’
Jack Perschke, Partner at Netcompany, believes that app and content design is key to capturing the public's capacity for kindness and converting it to an engaged, willing volunteer base.
How are social media giants tackling misinformation during COVID-19?
Özlem Bedre-Defolie, Associate Professor of Economics at ESMT Berlin, reflects on how platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook are tackling misinformation at this crucial hour.
How will COVID-19 reframe our attitude towards AI ethics?
Vernon Hunte, Associate Director of Public Affairs at April Six, discusses how COVID-19 will change up out attitude towards artificial intelligence (AI) ethics.
Videoconferencing with security in mind
Gerald Beuchelt, Chief Information Security Officer at LogMeIn, explores the key security and privacy practices which must be upheld when video conferencing.
