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UK establishes new independent Semiconductor Institute

Tue, 21st May 2024
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The UK Government has unveiled plans to create an independent UK Semiconductor Institute, backed by a GBP £1 billion commitment, to drive innovation and global competitiveness in the semiconductor sector.
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Immersive Labs partners with DoD for enhanced cyber training

Fri, 17th May 2024
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education, learning & training
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cyber attacks
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Immersive Labs teams up with the US Department of Defense to offer advanced cyber training, enhancing military personnel's skills to counter escalating cyber threats.
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Study reveals tech diversity crucial for UK emergency services

Wed, 15th May 2024
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emergency services
A study finds UK emergency services suffer frequent communication outages due to limited technology diversity, highlighting the need for mixed communication systems.
Bt has landed a  70m it services deal with two south west police forces

BT lands £70m IT deal to strengthen South West police forces

Thu, 9th May 2024
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connectivity
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data sharing
BT nets a £70m IT services contract aimed at bolstering technology infrastructure and enhancing connectivity for Devon and Cornwall and Dorset Police, strengthening South West England's police forces.
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UK government departments reveal rise in data breaches & lost devices

Wed, 8th May 2024
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encryption
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hybrid & remote work
A rise in data breaches and lost devices across key UK government departments potentially impacting thousands, highlights urgent need for enhanced data protection.
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UK mandates minimum security standards for smart devices

Fri, 3rd May 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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network visibility
Smart devices, including phones and TVs, must now meet government-mandated cybersecurity standards in the United Kingdom.
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UK government drafts new law to regulate artificial intelligence

Thu, 25th Apr 2024
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In a move towards regulating AI, the UK government is expected to focus on bias and safety within emerging tech after prolonged deliberations. Details of the legislation remain undisclosed.
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Public sector prioritises digital experience tech investment

Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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productivity
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public sector
Survey reveals 80% of UK public sector leaders plan to accelerate digital adoption, viewing it as a priority over the next five years to boost employee engagement and citizen interaction.
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Virgin Media O2 to provide mobility data to UK Government

Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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clean technologies
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climate change
The Office for National Statistics selects Virgin Media O2 Business to supply anonymised mobility data, aiding government decision-making for national policies via the Integrated Data Service platform.
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UK government launches £1.5m campaign to boost tech sector

Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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Tech Secretary Michelle Donelan announces a £1.5m government campaign to stimulate investment in UK science and technology startups.
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UK govt's 'wait & see' approach to AI regulation sparks row

Tue, 20th Feb 2024
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UK government's wait and see approach to AI regulation sparks criticism among lawmakers over lack of urgency despite AI's existential threat warnings.
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UK government invests £100m to refine AI regulation

Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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healthtech
The UK government earmarks £100m for more agile AI regulation to bolster the country's tech sphere, enhancing understanding and leveraging of AI's potential.
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Fintech leaders urging stricter AI laws at recent summit

Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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regulation
Fintech leaders urge UK regulators to impose stricter AI laws to foster confidence and responsible usage in financial services.
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UK Government launches AI Opportunity Forum to boost private sector

Tue, 30th Jan 2024
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digital transformation
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productivity
The UK Government launches its first AI Opportunity Forum, a pioneering initiative to speed up AI adoption in the private sector, promising to fuel innovation and productivity.
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Data Privacy Day: Zoho highlights the need for more education

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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Data Privacy Day: Zoho stresses the vital need for businesses to educate themselves, increase transparency and bolster data privacy practices as AI use intensifies.
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AI predicted to boost global ransomware threat – NCSC

Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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threat intelligence
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hacktivists
Artificial intelligence will heighten global ransomware threats, flowing from a surge in cyber attacks, according the UK's National Cyber Security Centre.
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Companies fear unintentional greenwashing, study reveals

Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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supply chain
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power / energy
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clean technologies
Over half of UK businesses fear unintended 'greenwashing' due to unclear carbon footprint reporting, as gov't considers stricter emissions disclosure rules.
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UK govt risks 'catastrophic ransomware attack', warns committee

Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
UK's critical infrastructure faces 'catastrophic ransomware attack' due to inadequate preparation, warns parliamentary committee.
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UK govt invests £530m to boost rural broadband connectivity

Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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UK Government announces over £530m investment to enhance rural broadband, targeting connectivity for 330,000+ businesses and homes.
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Vast Data's substantial funding to disrupt AI data stack industry

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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capital
Vast Data secures triple-digit million-dollar funding, boosting its valuation and potential to shake up the AI data stack industry.