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Biden signs Executive Order to push AI-ready infrastructure

The US has announced ambitious plans to enhance AI and cybersecurity, unveiling an Executive Order by US President Joe Biden.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 18th Jan 2025

Data Privacy

UK considers social media ban for under-16s amid debate

The UK Government is considering a ban on social media for under-16s, prompting wide debate on online safety and regulatory measures as new laws approach.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

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Robotic Process Automation

UK unifies armed forces recruitment with Pega platform

The UK government has launched a unified recruitment service for its armed forces, with Pega providing a digital platform to streamline the enlistment process.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sun, 9th Feb 2025

Unified Communications

West of England launches initiative to boost connectivity

The West of England has launched a Digital Office, aiming to uplift the local economy by GBP £1.3 billion annually through improved broadband access.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025

Data Analytics

Aiimi Insight Engine now available on Azure Marketplace

British AI firm Aiimi has launched its Aiimi Insight Engine on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, enhancing global workplaces' data management capabilities.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Ransomware

UK government faces urgent cybersecurity threat crisis

A forthcoming National Audit Office report signals urgent cyber threats to the UK government, exposing vulnerabilities in 58 critical IT systems and a skills gap in security roles.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Kreoh appoints Dr Williamson as Chief Strategy Officer

Dr Brian Williamson has been appointed Chief Strategy Officer at Kreoh, a firm specialising in AI and R&D tax credits, to spearhead its growth strategy.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

Open source

State of Open Con 2025 reveals keynote speaker lineup

OpenUK has announced a stellar lineup for State of Open Con 2025, set to highlight AI and open source developments on 4th and 5th February in London.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025

Digital Transformation

UK seeks to boost AI leadership, address data ignorance

Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to position Britain as a leader in Artificial Intelligence, highlighting the crucial yet underappreciated role of data centres.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025

Data Privacy

UK unveils AI action plan with commitment of GBP £14 billion

Keir Starmer's AI Opportunities Action Plan commits GBP £14 billion to transform UK public services, advancing AI adoption while addressing industry concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Partner Programmes

UK businesses weigh AI adoption amid rising tax pressures

The UK government has unveiled its AI Opportunities Action Plan, prompting businesses to reconsider investments in AI amidst rising employer tax costs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025

Software-as-a-Service

UK government considers banning ransomware payments

The UK government is consulting on a plan to ban ransomware payments by public sector bodies, amid rising cyberattacks, particularly in healthcare.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025

Data Protection

UK unveils bold plan to tackle cybercrime with new rules

The UK Government has unveiled plans to tackle cybercrime, proposing a ban on ransomware payments for public bodies and a new reporting framework.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025

Data Protection

Balance of leadership and safety crucial to AI Opportunity Action Plan

Sir Keir Starmer is poised to present the AI Opportunity Action Plan, aiming to position the UK as a leader in AI while ensuring safety and innovation harmoniously coexist.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025

Health Technologies

Patients Know Best secures GBP £6m for PHR expansion

Patients Know Best has raised GBP £6 million in funding from Growth Lending to enhance its Personal Health Record platform, supporting NHS digitalisation efforts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025

Digital Transformation

Medallia joins G-Cloud 14 to enhance public sector services

Medallia has been named a supplier on the UK's G-Cloud 14 framework, offering cloud solutions to boost experience management for public sector agencies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024

Clean technologies

Businesses urge UK to embrace digital deposit returns

Over 60 businesses, including Ocado and Co-op, are urging the UK Government to enhance the Deposit Return Scheme with digital innovations for better recycling.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024

Cybersecurity

Exponential-e secures role in the G-Cloud 14 framework

Exponential-e has been named a supplier on the Crown Commercial Service's G-Cloud 14 Framework, offering 48 cloud-based services to the public sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Artificial Intelligence

BT introduces tools to ease net zero technology anxiety

New research from BT reveals that 72% of UK business leaders are stressed about meeting Net Zero targets, despite 56% feeling optimistic about sustainability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024

Social Media

UK considers ban on under-16s using social media

Ministers in the UK are considering banning under-16s from social media as discussions grow on enhancing online safety for children.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024