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National infrastructure: Addressing the government’s key challenges with trusted expertise

The UK government faces growing challenges in modernising infrastructure and ensuring public safety, requiring strategic, future-proof solutions to address evolving threats and operational inefficiencies.

IBM and UK Government join forces to diversify and strengthen cybersecurity and workforce

Working alongside IBM, the UK government is strengthening its efforts to diversify and support the nation's cybersecurity workforce.

Squaring the cyber security circle: Protecting digital infrastructure

In an era of escalating cyber threats, GCHQ's warning underscores the urgent need for robust digital infrastructure and defences. This piece explores the vulnerabilities facing the UK, from NHS ransomware attacks to the looming quantum computing threat, and proposes data disaggregation as a revolutionary security solution.

UK cyber sector surges as DSIT newsletter highlights growth and initiatives

DSIT's March 2025 newsletter reveals a surging UK cyber sector, boasting 12% growth and thousands of new jobs. Funding initiatives, skills programs, and public engagement campaigns highlight the nation's commitment to digital security and inclusion.

Cyber Security Sectoral Analysis 2025 reveals explosive growth

A surge in revenue and employment highlights the UK's booming cyber security sector. A new government report, 'Cyber Security Sectoral Analysis 2025' reveals significant growth, with £13.2 billion in revenue, and 6,600 new jobs, solidifying the UK's position as a cyber leader.

Is ‘anonymisation’ enough to share NHS patient data safely?

The UK government's AI action plan uses public sector data, including anonymised NHS patient information, to drive innovation while addressing crucial data security and Privacy concerns.

The critical role of voice biometrics in healthcare security

In an era of escalating cyber threats, the healthcare sector, a prime target for data breaches, requires robust security. Voice biometrics emerges as a...

UK launches AI security institute to safeguard national security and combat crime

The UK Government is changing its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) by rebranding the AI Safety Institute as the AI Security Institute.

Addressing insider threats in the public sector

Laura Eshelby, Head of Economic Crime at Clue Software, formerly a Deputy Director at the Cabinet Office, shares her seasoned expertise on addressing insider threats in the public sector.

Cybercrime: Assume breach, never trust and always verify

For decades cybercriminals have used tactics such as phishing and malware, but the convergence of two pivotal technologies sparked a dramatic surge in cybercrime.

Closing the defence skills gap: Why the UK must collaborate with Europe

Forbes McKenzie, CEO of McKenzie Intelligence Services Ltd, discusses how to close the defence skills gap and emphasises the need for the UK to collaborate with Europe.

Why cyber resilience should be a priority for the UK government

The UK's growing reliance on technology has made it a prime target for cyberattacks. As cyber threats increase in sophistication and frequency, cyber resilience has become a critical national priority.

Why the UK’s cybersecurity strategy must change

With the recent change in government, the Labour Party faces significant challenges in shaping the future of the UK. One critical area demanding immediate attention, though often overlooked, is cybersecurity.

Five Eyes launch Secure Innovation to protect tech sector

The Five Eyes intelligence partnership, which includes Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, and the US, has officially launched Secure Innovation.

The G-Cloud 14 framework and its approved suppliers

The UK government has launched its latest version of the G-Cloud procurement framework, G-Cloud 14, this is designed to simplify access to cloud-based computing services for public sector organisations.

Chromeos flex: Addressing profile 2 tech challenges on a budget

Local authorities are having to cut costs and justify project spending. With Windows 10 going end-of-life in 2025, how can departments future-proof their tech and succeed with new initiatives while adhering to their budget constraints?

Strengthening cyber resilience through global collaboration

At the Singapore International Cyber Week, Dr Richard Horne, the CEO of the UK's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), spoke about the need for global collaboration to tackle the growing gap between escalating cyber threats and our defence capabilities.

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