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AI – Buzzword, buzz kill or bubble?

While AI presents opportunities for increased efficiency – such as automating tasks and analysing data – it also raises issues regarding job security and data privacy. The need for human oversight remains critical, Colin Wheeler from Survey Solutions explains.

Cambridgeshire continues to attract science and technology companies

Bidwells’ latest analysis indicates Cambridgeshire remains a magnet for science and technology companies that are looking beyond the current Brexit uncertainty.

Technology and diabetes: How can innovation address the mounting challenge?

Barbara Harpham, Chair of the UK-based Medical Technology Group, explains the role that technology can play in reducing the financial and societal burden of diabetes.

Health research: Applying genome technologies to the study of disease

In this interview, Dr Carolyn M. Hutter, PhD, Director, Division of Genome Sciences at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) outlines the important role of research when it comes to applying genome technologies to studying disease.

First live 5G factory trials have begun at Worcestershire 5G Testbed

The trials, led by Worcestershire LEP and Worcestershire County Council, mark the first time that the British industry has deployed 5G and it is set to transform the sector.

Building the transport infrastructure that cities of the future need today

Transport networks – including public transit, private vehicles, freight and taxis – are a fundamental component of any major city. Chris Shannon, CEO, Fotech Solutions discusses the need to improve transport infrastructure for cities today rather than in the future.

Where are all the women in the IT industry?

Ilijana Vavan, Managing Director of Kaspersky Lab for Europe, discusses the clear gender gap in the IT industry as research reveals that women only account for 26% of the computing workforce.

Insights: Being a woman in the technology industry

On International #WomenInSTEM day 2019, four women in the technology field told us about their jobs, their passions and their experiences in the industry: read now to understand their experiences.

Should smart ticketing be more widely available across the rail network?

Public consultation will seek views from passengers on the potential to make smart ticketing accepted more widely.

Prioritisation and collaboration needed for Northern Ireland’s digital identity

Civica's citizen survey reveals prioritisation and further collaboration is needed to strengthen Northern Ireland's digital identity.

Who can see your personal data and browsing history?

With news of data breaches hitting the headlines on an alarmingly regular basis in the last few years, people are starting to give more thought to protecting their own personal data and browsing history.

Smart cities: how can the UK overcome barriers to adoption?

Although there has been investment in smart technology in a number of cities in the past few years, the UK is still lagging behind world-leaders such as Singapore. Gavin Hepburn, director at ATG Access, discusses how the UK can overcome barriers to adoption.

More than half of Brits would embrace workplace robot companions

With an interest in emerging technological trends, OnBuy.com analysed a survey conducted by YouGov to understand the thoughts and feelings of Brits surrounding workplace robot companions.

What can tech businesses do to address the STEM skills shortage?

A recent STEM skills indicator showed that businesses at the cutting edge of the industrial economy are feeling the effects of a lack of STEM skills in the UK workforce. Rich Mortimer, Chief People Officer, Egress Software Technologies, discusses how tech business can address the issue.

Mental health crisis: taking care of carers

The NHS in England’s mental health budget for 2017/2018 was almost £12 billion – roughly 10% of the Department of Health budget- and the mental health crisis in the UK affects individuals of every age and gender.

Mastering data is ‘almost everything’ in the future of healthcare

The outlook for our National Health Service has never looked brighter. Although the challenge has always been immense, with the right leadership, technology can be harnessed to change the future of healthcare services.

What should organisations do about inevitable cyber security breaches?

With fines increasing but no sign of data breaches slowing, what can organisations do to protect against any potential cyber security breaches? Maxim Frolov, Vice President of Global Sales at Kaspersky Lab shares his thoughts in this report.

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