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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.

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...

UK launches AI security institute to safeguard national security and combat crime

The UK Government is changing its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) by rebranding the AI Safety Institute as the AI Security Institute.

Addressing insider threats in the public sector

Laura Eshelby, Head of Economic Crime at Clue Software, formerly a Deputy Director at the Cabinet Office, shares her seasoned expertise on addressing insider threats in the public sector.

Cybercrime: Assume breach, never trust and always verify

For decades cybercriminals have used tactics such as phishing and malware, but the convergence of two pivotal technologies sparked a dramatic surge in cybercrime.

Closing the defence skills gap: Why the UK must collaborate with Europe

Forbes McKenzie, CEO of McKenzie Intelligence Services Ltd, discusses how to close the defence skills gap and emphasises the need for the UK to collaborate with Europe.

Why cyber resilience should be a priority for the UK government

The UK's growing reliance on technology has made it a prime target for cyberattacks. As cyber threats increase in sophistication and frequency, cyber resilience has become a critical national priority.

Why the UK’s cybersecurity strategy must change

With the recent change in government, the Labour Party faces significant challenges in shaping the future of the UK. One critical area demanding immediate attention, though often overlooked, is cybersecurity.

Five Eyes launch Secure Innovation to protect tech sector

The Five Eyes intelligence partnership, which includes Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, and the US, has officially launched Secure Innovation.

The G-Cloud 14 framework and its approved suppliers

The UK government has launched its latest version of the G-Cloud procurement framework, G-Cloud 14, this is designed to simplify access to cloud-based computing services for public sector organisations.

Chromeos flex: Addressing profile 2 tech challenges on a budget

Local authorities are having to cut costs and justify project spending. With Windows 10 going end-of-life in 2025, how can departments future-proof their tech and succeed with new initiatives while adhering to their budget constraints?

Strengthening cyber resilience through global collaboration

At the Singapore International Cyber Week, Dr Richard Horne, the CEO of the UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), spoke about the need for global collaboration to tackle the growing gap between escalating cyber threats and our defence capabilities.

Closing the cyber security skills gap: Are we looking for unicorns?

Barry Searle, Managing Director at Intelligencia Training, discusses the cyber security skills gap and the need to align education with industry needs.

IOT devices: Secure and cost-effective remote access

From smart buildings to environmental monitoring, IoT devices are everywhere, but this widespread adoption is raising new challenges, particularly in securing and managing the devices remotely .

Enhancing privacy and compliance with 3M bright screen privacy filters for laptops

Dave Williams, Materials Manager at 3M UK PLC, introduces 3M bright screen privacy filters for laptops that enhance on-screen privacy and compliance in the public sector.

Could quantum computing security solve the data sovereignty challenge?

Following the recent news that Microsoft is unable to guarantee the data sovereignty of UK policing data stored on Azure, some commentators have suggested that a quick move away from Microsoft cloud is probably the only option for government organisations keen to ensure they remain on the right side of UK law.

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