Protecting the UK from the increasing cyber threat
Ciaran Martin, CEO of the NCSC, discusses how the UK and international partners are pushing back against state and criminal cyber aggression to help make the UK digital homeland significantly safer
Timber frame construction: An evidence-led choice that is growing rapidly in popularity
Gareth Barber, Managing Director of the Stable Company presents the case for timber frame construction, exploring this truly exciting and high-tech material – and why further research is crucial
European Union to host blockchain AMA
The EU Blockchain Observatory and Forum will host an 'Ask Me Anything' session on June 18th to answer any questions regarding their plans to implement a blockchain ecosystem
Crop resilience gets multi-million pound government investment
Environment secretary, Michael Gove has announced that UK universities and research centres which improve the resilience, sustainability and quality of major crops, will be the lucky recipients of a £5.3 million government fund.
Sweden: Developing the sustainable energy solutions of tomorrow
Sweden’s Minister for Policy Coordination and Energy, Ibrahim Baylan talks to us about his government’s priorities for developing the sustainable energy solutions of tomorrow.
The current status of blockchain technologies
Marta Pierkarska, Director of Developer Ecosystem at Hyperledger reveals her thoughts on the current status of blockchain technologies
The key issues around muscular dystrophy (MD) in Europe
Boris Šustaršič, President of the European Alliance of Neuromuscular Disorders Associations shares his thoughts on the key issues around muscular dystrophy (MD) in Europe today
London startups suffer from tech talent shortage
A new survey from Studio Graphene in partnership with City RoadCommunications has shown staffing challenges and concerns to be the biggest factor in holding back London tech companies
Oslo based blockchain platform launches first ICO crowd token presale to fund delivery service
An Oslo based blockchain shipping platform, Triwer, has announced the launch of their first ICO crowd token pre-sale later this month to fund their innovative delivery service
Green memorials mark Grenfell Tower tragedy one year on
At 12pm today, survivors and relatives will gather at the foot of Grenfell Tower for a minute's silence to mourn the tragedy that killed 72 people one year ago
An update on exports in the health technology sector
Jonathan Evans, communications manager at the Association of British HealthTech Industries provides an interesting update on the health technology sector, including the extent to which the UK exports to the EU every year in this vein.
Could smart working change our urban landscapes?
Alison White of PLACEmaking considers why we should rethink our attitude to heritage buildings and if smart working can change our urban landscapes
Cryptocurrency investment: let’s dig a little deeper
The hype of the cryptocurrency investment markets, in particular Bitcoin, has been luring investors seeking high percentage returns. Within these digital currency asset class, certain cryptocurrencies have gone on to make as much as 3000% returns in a matter of weeks.
Swiss bank first to offer business accounts to blockchain and crypto companies
A 150-year-old bank in Switzerland, Hypotherkarbank Lenzburg, has modernised its approach and announced that they will be launching a series of services that adopt blockchain technology and crytocurrencies
Managing the UK government estate more effectively and efficiently
Open Access Government charts the role of the Office of Government Property (OGP) and the Government Property Agency (GPA) in managing the UK government estate more effectively and efficiently
Nanomedicines: Depicting human health risks hindering clinical translation
Cecilia Van Cauwenberghe from Frost & Sullivan shares her expertise on the world of nanomedicines, with a special focus on depicting human health risks hindering clinical translation.
Europe’s environment: The power of data and knowledge
Executive Director of the European Environment Agency (EEA), Hans Bruyninckx sheds light on the power of data and knowledge where Europe’s environment is concerned.
How developmental biology changes our lives
Shyh-Jye Lee (Jeff), Ph. D, President of the Taiwanese Society of Developmental Biology (TSDB) explains the way in which developmental biology impacts upon our lives
European Commission research budget labelled ‘most ambitious ever’
Carlos Moedas, the EU’s Research Commissioner proposed a €94.1 billion research budget to member states, pushing for increased spending on basic science and plans for a new innovation council to drive transformative ideas throughout Europe
How can UK law enforcement join forces to combat digital crime?
John Wright, Senior Industry Director, Unisys details how UK law enforcement can join forces to combat today’s digital crime.