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UK sees 10% rise in female university computing applications

Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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UK sees a 10% hike in university computing applications from women, signalling the third consecutive year of growth.
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REGnosys & WISE partnership targets gender disparity in tech

Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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REGnosys allies with WISE to combat gender disparity in technology, emphasising female role models to inspire more women into STEM careers.
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REGnosys & WISE partner to tackle gender inequality in tech sector

Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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REGnosys partners WISE, a social enterprise, to combat gender inequality in technology by improving young women's awareness of STEM careers and amplifying female role models in the sector.
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'Digital Futures' education scheme expands to three more UK sites

Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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After attaining triumph at UTC Heathrow, Activate Learning Education Trust is extending its award-winning 'Digital Futures' programme to three further UK sites, tackling the digital skills shortage.
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King's College to invest £45.5m in interdisciplinary science innovation

Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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King's College London to infuse £45.5m into science-focused initiatives, establishing interdisciplinary research hubs and creating 64 academic roles in bid to spur innovation and drive UK economic growth.
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Exclusive: Fiona Sweeney on bridging tech's gender gap

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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Fiona Sweeney discusses strategies to close the gender gap in tech, highlighting education and industry collaboration.
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Rise in cybercrime attacks against Industrial IoT sparks alarm

Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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Cybercrime threats have doubled against industrial companies that have integrated the Industrial Internet of Things.
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Seagate releases fifth annual Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Report

Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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Seagate Technology unveils its fifth annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report, revealing significant advancements in multiple imperative areas.
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State of UK research and innovation in science and tech in 2024

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Council on Geostrategy to launch a substantial survey determining strengths and weaknesses of UK's science and technology sector.
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Cybersecurity skills gap poses threat to business protection measures

Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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As digital threats surge, the cybersecurity sector grapples with a pronounced skills gap, jeopardising protection measures and leading to employee burnout.
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2023 Computer Animation Festival in Sydney celebrates international talent

Tue, 5th Dec 2023
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Sydney's 2023 Computer Animation Festival honours exceptional global talents and debuts a Junior Competition.
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Unlocking the full potential of STEM education

Tue, 31st Oct 2023
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The integration of STEM education into the school curriculum is crucial in preparing the next generation for the challenges of the future.
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What should UK universities do to keep hold of their supercomputer brains?

Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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HPC staff working in research and education often possess a unique set of skills and experiences that make them highly sought after in the corporate world.
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EfficiencyIT Names Matthew Hughes as Technical Director

Tue, 24th Oct 2023
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EfficiencyIT has appointed a new Technical Director to drive growth across EMEA. Matthew Hughes brings two decades of data centre experience.
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Metro Bank's 'Kids Play' initiative fosters tech skills in deprived London children

Tue, 24th Oct 2023
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Metro Bank's 'Kids Play' initiative is teaching tech skills to primary school children from deprived areas of London.
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Finland advances in quantum computing with 20-cubit machine

Thu, 12th Oct 2023
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Finland launches a 20-qubit quantum computer, advancing from previous 5-qubit model in quantum tech development.
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Netscout achieves AWS security competence for OCI

Thu, 12th Oct 2023
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Netscout SYSTEMS achieves AWS Security Competency for its advanced NDR product, Omnis Cyber Intelligence, in threat detection and response.
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Call for action on UK digital skills gap for women

Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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UK leaders call for action to alleviate the digital skills gap, especially for women, amid rising tech sector demand.
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Advanced appoints Anwen Robinson as SVP of Accelerator to Drive Growth in SaaS Solutions

Mon, 9th Oct 2023
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Software firm Advanced appoints Anwen Robinson as SVP of its Accelerator, as part of plans to grow its SaaS solutions in high-potential sectors.
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Birmingham NHS Trust & Aston University collaborating on digital healthcare

Sat, 7th Oct 2023
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Aston University and Birmingham NHS Trust gear up to explore AI, big data in paediatric and women's healthcare.