IT Brief UK - Technology news for CIOs & IT decision-makers

Government stories - Page 6

Techday f9be141610b037ba4178

Mixed reaction from the AI community on King's Speech

Thu, 18th Jul 2024
#
llms
#
ai
#
ai models
The King's Speech lacked the anticipated new AI Bill, sparking mixed reactions and highlighting the UK's focus on cyber security over comprehensive AI legislation.
Techday 9d0be07b7ff331b6db89

Gap found between data security perceptions & breach reality

Mon, 15th Jul 2024
#
edutech
#
ransomware
#
apm
Report reveals a disconnect between perceived and actual data security, with 63% of firms overestimating their protective measures despite record data breaches.
Techday 733f1a3357f938397fc5

Experts urge UK Govt to prioritise AI & process intelligence

Wed, 10th Jul 2024
#
digital transformation
#
martech
#
cdp
In the aftermath of the UK's General Election, experts urge the new government to prioritise AI and process intelligence to streamline businesses and enhance productivity.
Techday a6731c337f75713df7b9

UK financial leaders shift support to Labour – report

Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
#
fintech
#
financial systems
#
government
Research shows 55% of UK financial leaders plan to vote Labour, foreseeing positive business impacts, contrasting with 26% expecting negative effects.
Techday 47d9a8f1178e39458a1d

OutSystems Developer Cloud earns SOC 2 attestation for security

Fri, 28th Jun 2024
#
martech
#
lcnc
#
data privacy
OutSystems secures SOC 2 attestation for its Developer Cloud, ensuring heightened security for mission-critical applications across highly regulated industries.
Techday 21506c5f3c9614249979

SentinelLabs report exposes ransomware strategy of APT groups

Thu, 27th Jun 2024
#
ransomware
#
cybersecurity
#
government
SentinelLabs' latest report exposes how cyberespionage groups, including the Chinese APT group ChamelGang, are strategically using ransomware for disruption and misattribution.
Techday 70ca699d4671ebad1f88

Apricorn earns ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management

Thu, 27th Jun 2024
#
encryption
#
healthtech
#
government
Apricorn has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification, recognising its commitment to quality management standards in hardware-encrypted USB data storage.
Techday 7434cebf4ac47077c860

BlackBerry cyber report reveals 3.1 million attacks in Q1 2024

Wed, 26th Jun 2024
#
malware
#
ransomware
#
advanced persistent threat protection
BlackBerry's latest report reveals alarming rise in malware, with 3.1 million cyberattacks thwarted from Jan to Mar 2024—critical infrastructure, especially finance, severely hit.
Techday ab0b5b1ae977ff4a949d

UK energy consumers call for more incentives for renewables

Tue, 25th Jun 2024
#
power / energy
#
clean technologies
#
government
A new study by Solar Together reveals that 90% of UK energy consumers are urging the Government to provide more incentives for renewable energy.
Techday 87f324066c91bd4cfc00

Affinda raises USD $10 million to expand AI team & global reach

Tue, 25th Jun 2024
#
ai
#
government
#
productivity
Affinda Group secures USD $10 million in latest funding round, raising total to USD $22.9 million over 18 months, and now valued at USD $120 million.
Techday f34850aad76b570368e6

Everfox to acquire Garrison Technology, enhancing cybersecurity

Tue, 18th Jun 2024
#
cybersecurity
#
government
#
m&a
Everfox agrees to acquire London's Garrison Technology, aiming to enhance its cybersecurity solutions with Garrison's hardware-enforced security capabilities.
Gallagher security mark and daniel  1 (2)

Gallagher Security wins Manufacturer of the Year award again

Fri, 14th Jun 2024
#
edutech
#
soc
#
healthtech
Gallagher Security has clinched the 2024 Manufacturer of the Year award at the Fire and Security Matters Awards, marking their second successive win.
Techday 247c0af82a15d110dd5e

Report reveals UK voters' fears over AI & deepfakes in election

Fri, 14th Jun 2024
#
genai
#
ai
#
government
As the UK election nears, 60% of Britons fear AI and deepfakes could undermine democracy, according to Jumio. Their trust in online political content is dwindling.
Img tu1rhrhje4yeh9taueauuaag

HID integrates U.ARE.U camera system with Amazon Rekognition

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
#
hyperscale
#
biometrics
#
public cloud
HID integrates its U.ARE.U Camera Identification System with Amazon Rekognition, enhancing facial analysis and verification for self-service and POS environments.
Img xzaiv9igjvmrielo7ocqxann

Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
#
digital transformation
#
cx
#
martech
A new ISACA report reveals organisations worldwide recognise the rising importance of digital trust but substantially underfund initiatives.
Img iyqt7tjfkvefmgxpym70dnqb

Third reading of UK AI bill takes place in House of Lords

Tue, 14th May 2024
#
digital transformation
#
ai
#
government
The third reading of the UK AI bill took place in the House of Lords amid questions over its readiness following the EU AI Act's passing and with the AI Safety Summit on the horizon.
Img 1tgck3k3vxrtt8k8os6byaxs

Exclusive: How AvePoint is tackling complex data management

Fri, 10th May 2024
#
data protection
#
breach prevention
#
risk & compliance
AvePoint's VP, Max McNamara, details strategies employed by the global data management firm in navigating and shaping the digital landscape.
Img gc0ongvzcwdpfuhwccxcffhg

New UK cybersecurity law takes effect amid evolving threats

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
#
encryption
#
cybersecurity
#
government
The UK's Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act has now become fully operational, enforcing digital security requirements within the telecommunication sector, amid doubts over its adequacy to address evolving cyber threats.
Img hx8fksbvzccmleo4z1uwny7d

Smart card market projected to reach $24.2bn by 2034

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
#
uc
#
data analytics
#
encryption
The global powered smart card market is forecast to surge to $24.2bn by 2034, driven by enhanced functionality and advanced security features.
Img 3lzkpzs4d79ghehm3tiwxjku

TechWorks launches AI initiative at Bletchley Park

Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
#
uc
#
ai
#
government
UK tech industry association, TechWorks, launches new venture at Bletchley Park, TechWorks AI, aimed at governing the challenges and prospects of AI technology.