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UK government invests £1 billion into tech innovation and economic growth

The UK government will support its science and technology sectors with over £1 billion in investments to help innovators working in transformative sectors, such as quantum computing, semiconductors, engineering biology, and cybersecurity.

What cyber lessons can the public sector learn from the recent M&S hack?

Nick Denning, CEO of Diegesis, discusses the lessons the public sector can draw from recent cyber attacks on major retailers, emphasising the importance of viewing these incidents not as isolated accidents but as actionable case studies.

The UK makes a major investment to boost their cyber security

The UK Government has unveiled its new Cyber Growth Action Plan, supported by a £16 million investment to foster innovation.

Achieving data privacy and security through innovation in government

Marc Hoogstad, Head of Product Management at Finworks, guides us through achieving data privacy and security through innovation in government.

Continuous penetration testing

Once a year, maybe twice if they’re cautious, businesses invite a third party to find holes in their defences, patch a few, file the PDF report, and move on. The assumption is that the security picture stays the same, but it doesn’t, not even close.

NHS England launches cyber security charter to safeguard health sector

NHS England has introduced a Cyber Security Charter, hopefully improving the digital safety and resilience of the health service’s supply chain.

Responsible AI, generative tech, ethical adoption and closing the innovation gap

In this exclusive interview, Alison McCauley shares how generative AI is reshaping business strategy, why ethical adoption is key to long-term success, and how...

Navigating the AI frontier: Balancing innovation and security in the age of artificial intelligence

Ali Farooqui, Head of Cyber Security at BJSS, now part of CGI, explores how companies can balance the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) with robust cybersecurity practices.

New guidance urges business leaders to strengthen cyber defences

As cyber-attacks become more frequent, business leaders in the UK are being advised to take immediate action to safeguard their companies from online threats.

UK Government to introduce cyber security and resilience bill

Today, the UK government has revealed its new Cyber Security and Resilience Bills plans, improving the nation's defence against growing cyber threats.

National infrastructure: Addressing the government’s key challenges with trusted expertise

The UK government faces growing challenges in modernising infrastructure and ensuring public safety, requiring strategic, future-proof solutions to address evolving threats and operational inefficiencies.

IBM and UK Government join forces to diversify and strengthen cybersecurity and workforce

Working alongside IBM, the UK government is strengthening its efforts to diversify and support the nation's cybersecurity workforce.

Squaring the cyber security circle: Protecting digital infrastructure

In an era of escalating cyber threats, GCHQ's warning underscores the urgent need for robust digital infrastructure and defences. This piece explores the vulnerabilities facing the UK, from NHS ransomware attacks to the looming quantum computing threat, and proposes data disaggregation as a revolutionary security solution.

UK cyber sector surges as DSIT newsletter highlights growth and initiatives

DSIT's March 2025 newsletter reveals a surging UK cyber sector, boasting 12% growth and thousands of new jobs. Funding initiatives, skills programs, and public engagement campaigns highlight the nation's commitment to digital security and inclusion.

Cyber Security Sectoral Analysis 2025 reveals explosive growth

A surge in revenue and employment highlights the UK's booming cyber security sector. A new government report, 'Cyber Security Sectoral Analysis 2025' reveals significant growth, with £13.2 billion in revenue, and 6,600 new jobs, solidifying the UK's position as a cyber leader.

Is ‘anonymisation’ enough to share NHS patient data safely?

The UK government's AI action plan uses public sector data, including anonymised NHS patient information, to drive innovation while addressing crucial data security and Privacy concerns.

The critical role of voice biometrics in healthcare security

In an era of escalating cyber threats, the healthcare sector, a prime target for data breaches, requires robust security. Voice biometrics emerges as a...

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