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AI makes public sector IT jobs more demanding, survey finds
Data Analytics

AI makes public sector IT jobs more demanding, survey finds

More than half of public sector IT staff say artificial intelligence has added work, as fragmented systems and policy gaps complicate adoption.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 6th May 2026
Online Oceans raises GBP £4 million in Seraphim deal
Robotics

Online Oceans raises GBP £4 million in Seraphim deal

The investment will help Online Oceans scale production as defence buyers seek cheaper, longer-lasting surveillance of ports, borders and subsea cables.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Mon, 4th May 2026

Global Stories

Defence stories

NZ soldier joins cyber drills in Philippines for first time
Cybersecurity

NZ soldier joins cyber drills in Philippines for first time

New Zealand’s first Balikatan cyber role is giving an Army corporal hands-on experience with US and Philippine forces in a simulated threat hunt.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 8th May 2026
CrowdStrike leads Gartner cyberthreat intelligence quadrant
Endpoint Protection

CrowdStrike leads Gartner cyberthreat intelligence quadrant

The ranking highlights growing demand for intelligence that can guide detection and response inside security tools, rather than stand-alone reports.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 5th May 2026
Vanyar primed for success with Uriah Jacobs at the helm
Data Analytics

Vanyar primed for success with Uriah Jacobs at the helm

A shortage of skilled partners is slowing wider adoption of Palantir Foundry and AIP, creating an opening for Vanyar in the commercial market.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • Tue, 5th May 2026
Launchpad Build AI opens El Segundo HQ after USD $11m
Robotics

Launchpad Build AI opens El Segundo HQ after USD $11m

The robotics firm is targeting faster automation for factories as it opens its US headquarters and rolls out a manufacturing AI model.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Tue, 5th May 2026
Kamiwaza launches AI platform for regulated sectors
Unified Communications

Kamiwaza launches AI platform for regulated sectors

Regulated organisations can now run AI across distributed data while preserving access controls, audit trails and compliance boundaries.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 5th May 2026
HPE adds rugged ProLiant edge systems for AI workloads
Unified Communications

HPE adds rugged ProLiant edge systems for AI workloads

Rugged edge kit could let factories and telecoms run AI closer to devices, despite dust, vibration and extreme temperatures.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 4th May 2026
Viasat launches ViaSat-3 F3 to boost Asia-Pacific links
Space

Viasat launches ViaSat-3 F3 to boost Asia-Pacific links

Extra capacity for airlines, ships and remote broadband users in Asia-Pacific is expected later this year after the satellite’s deployment and testing.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 4th May 2026
Forward Edge-AI names Dionis Taveras as sales chief
Firewalls

Forward Edge-AI names Dionis Taveras as sales chief

The hire signals a push to widen partner-led sales as the company courts resellers and OEMs for its quantum-resistant security products.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 1st May 2026
SatVu appoints senior Sales & US Operations Chiefs
Data Analytics

SatVu appoints senior Sales & US Operations Chiefs

The new hires should help SatVu turn HotSat-2 data into more US defence and intelligence work as it scales its constellation.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2026
Claroty finds flaws in EnOcean SmartServer IoT platform
Manufacturing

Claroty finds flaws in EnOcean SmartServer IoT platform

Flaws in widely used building controls could let remote attackers seize heating, lighting and access systems or expose sensitive data.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2026

Stories from Other Regions

Defence stories

Canada to spin off photonics centre to attract capital
Space

Canada to spin off photonics centre to attract capital

Ottawa hopes the move will draw private investment and speed access to wafer fabrication for Canadian firms in AI, quantum and defence.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 7th May 2026
Cloudwerx appoints Harsh Mishra to lead SA market expansion
Digital Transformation

Cloudwerx appoints Harsh Mishra to lead SA market expansion

Cloudwerx is chasing demand from defence, energy and government clients as it opens in Adelaide and broadens its national transformation team.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 5th May 2026
Independent Robotics wins $2.28m Canada contract
Edge Computing

Independent Robotics wins $2.28m Canada contract

The year-long trial will test whether conversational commands can reliably direct autonomous marine vehicles in remote, low-connectivity conditions.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Tue, 5th May 2026
Mistral AI deepens Singapore push with HTX & Singtel
Data Protection

Mistral AI deepens Singapore push with HTX & Singtel

The French AI group is targeting sensitive public-sector and enterprise uses in Singapore, where stricter controls can slow deployment but boost credibility.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 4th May 2026
Vehere appoints Somnath Banerjee to senior support role
Firewalls

Vehere appoints Somnath Banerjee to senior support role

The hire underscores how support quality can sway renewals and growth as cyber buyers demand help with deployment and integration.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 1st May 2026