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MPs voice unease over AI's impact on UK creative industry
Physical Security

MPs voice unease over AI's impact on UK creative industry

UK MPs voice concern over the negative effects of unregulated AI on the creative sector, pushing for government intervention to modernise copyright laws benefitting large tech corporations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2024
Parliament's 'pitiful' GBP £6.5m IT budget increase alarms cyber chiefs
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Parliament's 'pitiful' GBP £6.5m IT budget increase alarms cyber chiefs

Amidst growing cyber threats, Parliament's meagre GBP £6.5 million increase in IT budget, now totalling GBP £67.7 million, prompts national security worries among cybersecurity chiefs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
IWD 2024: International Women's Day 2024: How sharing equity is inspiring inclusion for female founders
Productivity

IWD 2024: International Women's Day 2024: How sharing equity is inspiring inclusion for female founders

In 2023, female-founded US start-ups received only 2% total venture-backed capital; the International Women's Day 2024 theme 'Inspire Inclusion' aims to break down such barriers.

By Alicia Porter • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024
UK govt's 'wait & see' approach to AI regulation sparks row
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

UK govt's 'wait & see' approach to AI regulation sparks row

UK government's wait and see approach to AI regulation sparks criticism among lawmakers over lack of urgency despite AI's existential threat warnings.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Feb 2024
UK landline digital switchover summons connectivity fears
Government

UK landline digital switchover summons connectivity fears

UK landline switchover to digital could jeopardise safety of 95% of those over 65, according to disability and elderly advocacy groups urging for delay until 2030.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Mapping the future of UK's digital economy at Parliament
Parliament

Mapping the future of UK's digital economy at Parliament

UK industry leaders gathered at Parliament to strategise on the future of the digital economy, covering digital skills, diversity, and sustainability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2023

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Cloudera unveils data security & AI solutions to enhance innovation
Generative AI

Cloudera unveils data security & AI solutions to enhance innovation

Cloudera has launched new data security and AI solutions at its EVOLVE24 event in Dubai, aiming to enhance privacy for regulated sectors and accelerate AI deployment.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Cloudera's AI play is all about data, leveraging a decade of experience
Data Protection

Cloudera's AI play is all about data, leveraging a decade of experience

Cloudera is enhancing its AI strategy by capitalising on over a decade of data expertise, aiming to streamline AI integration for enterprises globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 6 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024
Cloudera unveils accelerators to boost enterprise AI adoption
Data Analytics

Cloudera unveils accelerators to boost enterprise AI adoption

Cloudera has introduced a new suite of Accelerators for Machine Learning Projects, aiming to streamline enterprise AI adoption and enhance ROI for businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024
Digital Sustainability Alliance to tackle digital carbon footprint
EduTech

Digital Sustainability Alliance to tackle digital carbon footprint

The initiative looks to cut the carbon and cost of data by at least 80 percent by partnering with industry experts, innovators, and tech solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Oct 2023
n3 Hub introduces CDP-as-a-Service for enhanced marketing campaigns
Data Analytics

n3 Hub introduces CDP-as-a-Service for enhanced marketing campaigns

n3 Hub launches CDP-as-a-Service, allowing marketing agencies to utilise its customer data platform for clients.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Oct 2023
Yahoo partners with Good-Loop to offer carbon-neutral advertising solutions
Marketing Technologies

Yahoo partners with Good-Loop to offer carbon-neutral advertising solutions

Yahoo and Good-Loop have partnered to offer carbon neutral ad opportunities, aiding brands in becoming more sustainable.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Oct 2023

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Study reveals NZ MPs' carbon emissions from air travel
Marketing Technologies

Study reveals NZ MPs' carbon emissions from air travel

A study by Pure SEO highlights MPs in New Zealand may underreport carbon emissions from air travel, raising concerns over accountability and data tracking.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Fujifilm Australia marks 20 years of innovation & growth
Digital Transformation

Fujifilm Australia marks 20 years of innovation & growth

FUJIFILM Australia marks 20 years as part of the FUJIFILM Group, celebrating significant advancements in imaging and technology at Sydney Opera House.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
Cloudera unveils six new AMPs to accelerate AI adoption
Open source

Cloudera unveils six new AMPs to accelerate AI adoption

Cloudera introduces six new Accelerators for Machine Learning Projects, aiming to fast-track AI integration and drive enterprise value with cutting-edge solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024
MPs get educated on digital assets in New Zealand workshop
Crypto

MPs get educated on digital assets in New Zealand workshop

New Zealand MPs attended a workshop on digital assets, learning about cryptocurrency's potential to transform transactions and boost the economy.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Will four-year governments get more done?
Electoral Commission

Will four-year governments get more done?

A referendum on extending parliament to four years could reshape accountability and give ministers more time to pass laws in New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2024