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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.

China state-affiliated cyber actors target UK democratic institutions

The UK government has called out China's state-affiliated actors for engaging in cyber activities aimed at damaging UK democratic institutions and individuals.

Enabling the European digital age

Open Access Government charts the priorities of the European Commission’s Directorate‑General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology about carrying out and developing the policies that enable a thriving European digital age.

How to enhance the cybersecurity landscape in the public sector

When it comes to cybersecurity, the public sector is renowned for being severely underfunded, leaving it limited with the resources it can depend on. To make matters worse, there is a lack of available security talent to fill an ever-growing list of positions.

Improving software security in the public sector

UK public sector organisations are facing threats and increasingly sophisticated attacks on key infrastructure and software security.

Fortifying your law firm against the SRA’s new fining powers

As the legal sector undergoes a digital transformation, law firms grapple with cybersecurity challenges, prompting a shift towards third-party payment providers.

Why mobile device management security is a must for the public sector

Learn why Mobile Device Management security is crucial for government organizations, ensuring strong protection and smooth device operations. Find out why it matters and get crucial insights for a secure mobile device setup.

Why cloud technology is essential to policing and the wider public sector’s future

Crown Workforce Management’s Managing Director, Mike Hawkesford, argues that Cloud technology is more secure and efficient than on-premise and hosted servers.

Innovation, learning, policing and online safety: The King’s Speech

In the King’s Speech, we saw announcements of long-term strategies to meet deficits in healthcare training, much-needed investment in mental health services and encouragement in engagement in innovative technologies, but what about policing and public safety?

UK’s quantum strategy advances with £14 million in funding

In a development at the UK National Quantum Technologies Showcase, Science Minister George Freeman is set to unveil a significant boost for the nation's burgeoning quantum strategy with over £14 million in funding.

Cyber algorithm neutralises malicious robot attack

Australian researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking cyber algorithm designed to thwart man-in-the-middle (MitM) attacks on unmanned military robots, ensuring rapid shutdown in seconds.

Unlocking AI’s potential in education through first hackathon

Educators in England are gearing up for the first-ever hackathon in Education, a two-day event aiming to harness AI's potential in education.

Achieving access to real-time data: how data is transforming and innovating government

Marc Hoogstad, Head of Product Management at Finworks, discusses how real-time data can support government decision-making and the benefits of establishing coordinated and robust data management practices

Fully homomorphic encryption revolutionises healthcare data privacy and innovation

Chief Technology Officer at Zama Dr. Pascal Paillier talks to Open Access Government about why privacy in healthcare matters, the barriers to privacy faced by the industry and how Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) could help.

Protecting private and public sector organisations from cyberattacks

The rise of smart technology in the UK has led to more cyberattacks, so organisations need strong, adaptable cybersecurity plans, as shown by the Capita incident, with a focus on risk assessment, employee training, and cyber insurance.

How cyber crisis simulation can help safeguard housing associations

The rapidly evolving digital landscape has rendered cybersecurity measures such as firewalls and encryption inadequate when used in isolation. Threat actors are outpacing these defences...

The Online Safety Bill will endanger LGBTQ+ people on a global scale

With its Online Safety Bill, the UK seeks to set a “world-leading” legislative example for other nations to follow, but how will the LGBTQ+ community be affected globally?

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