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January 06, 2022
06
Jan'22
How far has Saudi Arabia come with open data?
While clearly on the right path, Saudi Arabia still has a lot to do before it reaps the full benefits of open data
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January 05, 2022
05
Jan'22
Google buys Siemplify in first phase of cyber investment
Once integrated into Google Cloud, Siemplify’s platform will serve as the basis for deeper security development at Google
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December 24, 2021
24
Dec'21
Top 10 IR35 stories of 2021
The extension of the IR35 reforms to the private sector in April 2021 has provided Computer Weekly with lots to write about this year
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December 21, 2021
21
Dec'21
IT services spending recovery to get renewals boost in 2022
IT services and BPO deals worth $18.5bn globally up for renewal next year, adding fuel to already-expected high growth
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December 15, 2021
15
Dec'21
After Log4j, December Patch Tuesday piles on the pressure
December’s Patch Tuesday update from Microsoft contains several critical CVEs, but this month all attention is focused on the fall-out from Log4Shell, and burn-out is becoming a real issue
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December 15, 2021
15
Dec'21
UK government to take ‘whole-of-society’ approach to cyber
Second iteration of the UK’s National Cyber Strategy broadens its focus to build a ‘whole-of-society’ security posture
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December 14, 2021
14
Dec'21
Almost half of networks probed for Log4Shell weaknesses
Close to half of corporate networks have already been actively targeted by individuals seeking to exploit the critical Log4Shell Apache bug
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December 13, 2021
13
Dec'21
What is Log4Shell, and why are we panicking about it?
It’s been described as a ‘design failure of catastrophic proportions’ that threatens the very fabric of the digital world. Find out what the Log4j2 Log4Shell panic is all about, and what you should do about it
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December 10, 2021
10
Dec'21
SMEs dominate list of 200 fastest growing tech companies
List of 200 fastest growing companies in the public sector is made up primarily of small and medium-sized enterprises, which collectively earned £936m from government contracts in the past fiscal year
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December 10, 2021
10
Dec'21
Channelling Nordic startup innovation towards global survival
Nordic startup innovation offers global organisations the green light towards sustainability
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December 10, 2021
10
Dec'21
Loan charge: Tax experts call on chancellor for simpler, more affordable policy settlement terms
A group of tax barristers and accounting experts are calling on Rishi Sunak to force HMRC to revise its loan charge settlement terms
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December 09, 2021
09
Dec'21
What are the challenges associated with the MITRE ATT&CK framework?
Businesses sometimes struggle to use the MITRE ATT&CK framework effectively. Learn more about some of the challenges, and how to overcome them
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December 08, 2021
08
Dec'21
2021 another record-breaker for vulnerability disclosure
More than 50 CVEs were logged every day in 2021, more than at any time since records began, while ethical hackers continue to prove their value
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December 06, 2021
06
Dec'21
IT Priorities 2022: Pandemic’s long tail for cyber buyers
Pandemic response has been top of mind for cyber leaders these past 18 months, and as Covid-19 turns two, the TechTarget/Computer Weekly IT Priorities 2022 study shows buyers are still focused on how Covid has upended the workplace
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December 03, 2021
03
Dec'21
IR35: Government consultation on umbrella companies fuels regulation hopes
The government has embarked on a consultation to understand better how the umbrella market works, which is a move that has been cautiously welcomed by contracting market stakeholders
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November 30, 2021
30
Nov'21
HP patches bugs in over 150 printer models
More than 150 HP multifunction printers are at risk of compromise through a series of newly disclosed vulnerabilities, one of them wormable
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November 29, 2021
29
Nov'21
Three latest trends and developments around the Mitre ATT&CK framework
Framework is set to receive important updates to help organisations and businesses evolve their cyber security. Learn more about what it offers
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November 22, 2021
22
Nov'21
Upcoming holidays prompt ransomware warning from authorities
Ransomware gangs know how calendars work, and may target their attacks around major holidays to take advantage of more people being off work, according to a new alert
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November 15, 2021
15
Nov'21
UK government proposes new rules for digital supply chain security
Proposals could see IT service providers legally required to adhere to the NCSC’s Cyber Assessment Framework, among other things
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October 26, 2021
26
Oct'21
CIO interview: Dal Virdi, IT director, Shakespeare Martineau
The law firm is increasingly digitising its business and readying its infrastructure for future merger and acquisition activity
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October 15, 2021
15
Oct'21
Global IT outsourcing sees record spending and no sign of slowing
Cloud services are being taken up by enterprises rapidly as they accelerate digital transformations
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October 14, 2021
14
Oct'21
FCSA clarifies anti-tax avoidance stance of offshore Charter change for umbrella firms
The Freelancer and Contractor Services Association (FCSA) has published a revised version of its membership Charter to reinforce its commitment to ensuring its members do not operate offshore tax avoidance schemes
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October 06, 2021
06
Oct'21
US lawmakers propose ransomware reporting rules
Former presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren lends her support to a bill that would require corporate ransomware victims to disclose more information about their attacks to the authorities
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October 05, 2021
05
Oct'21
CIO interview: Lisa Heneghan, chief digital officer, KPMG
KPMG UK’s digital leader says that in her 25-year career she has never known a more exciting time to work in IT
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September 28, 2021
28
Sep'21
Dutch IT firm transforms HR policy built on lessons from pandemic
Software firm rips up human resources rule book and replaces it with a hybrid working policy
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September 27, 2021
27
Sep'21
CIO interview: Jon Braithwaite, CIO, Compass Group UK & Ireland
FTSE 100 catering services company is undergoing a widespread overhaul of its technology and improving the digital offering to customers
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September 24, 2021
24
Sep'21
IR35 reforms: HMRC confirms compliance checks under way in financial services, oil and gas sectors
Less than six months after the roll-out of the IR35 reforms to the private sector, HMRC has confirmed it has started writing letters to companies requesting details of their compliance procedures
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September 24, 2021
24
Sep'21
London publishes guidelines for ethical use of smart city tech
Latest draft of the ‘Emerging Technology Charter for London’ encourages local authorities, public services and technology companies to improve how they implement technology in the capital
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September 23, 2021
23
Sep'21
Fresh alert over Conti ransomware surge
Conti ransomware crew appears increasingly active, prompting fresh warnings from the US authorities
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September 21, 2021
21
Sep'21
BlackMatter gang ramps up attacks on multiple victims
A wave of new BlackMatter ransomware attacks is hitting organisations around the world, even as the US authorities mull new sanctions on ransom payment infrastructure
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September 16, 2021
16
Sep'21
Bitdefender launches free REvil ransomware decryptor
Working alongside law enforcement partners, Bitdefender has developed and released a tool to help REvil victims recover their data for free
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September 09, 2021
09
Sep'21
UK GDPR faces changes under planned reforms
DCMS is launching a major consultation on proposed changes to the UK’s data protection regime, under which several key elements of the GDPR are likely to change
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September 01, 2021
01
Sep'21
University of Sunderland applies technology through robot dog
Students will apply technologies such as artificial intelligence to robotic dog as part of their learning
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August 27, 2021
27
Aug'21
Are proposed data protection changes a threat to UK citizens’ privacy?
Though changes are as-yet undefined pending an upcoming consultation, concerns are already being expressed over the government’s plan to liberalise data protection laws in the service of innovation and growth
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August 26, 2021
26
Aug'21
Tech giants commit to Biden's cyber security action plan
Some of the world’s most prominent tech giants have made a series of commitments to enhance the US’ national cyber security posture following a high-profile meeting with president Biden
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August 26, 2021
26
Aug'21
Government unveils post-Brexit data flow proposals
The government will pursue data partnerships with countries including Australia, South Korea and the US as part of a post-Brexit data regime that may also see substantial changes to the UK’s data protection law
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August 26, 2021
26
Aug'21
NZ privacy lead John Edwards named new information commissioner
DCMS has named John Edwards, currently New Zealand privacy commissioner, to succeed Elizabeth Denham as UK information commissioner
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August 25, 2021
25
Aug'21
UK loses £1.3bn to fraud and cyber crime so far this year
New figures from the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau show a threefold spike in reported financial losses to fraud and cyber crime in the first six months of 2021
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August 24, 2021
24
Aug'21
Half of MS Exchange servers at risk in ProxyShell debacle
Up to 50% of MS Exchange users in the UK are exposed to three vulnerabilities that are now being actively exploited
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August 20, 2021
20
Aug'21
Swedish IT industry braced for China’s response to Huawei 5G ban
Swedish IT and communications equipment suppliers fear economic backlash from China following Huawei ban
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August 18, 2021
18
Aug'21
Thames Valley Police drops ERP system after spending £14m
Thames Valley Police exits tri-force programme to develop new enterprise resource planning software for the police
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August 12, 2021
12
Aug'21
ICO consults on new international data transfer agreement
Information Commissioner’s Office to consult on its draft international data transfer agreement and guidance, which will replace standard contractual clauses to protect personal data during overseas transfers
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August 10, 2021
10
Aug'21
Dutch lead the way in protecting themselves against internet risks
Dutch citizens come top in a study on awareness of internet risks in Europe, which showed major differences across the continent
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August 10, 2021
10
Aug'21
Researchers uncover database with 126 million unsecured records
Business-to-business marketing firm OneMoreLead was storing tens of millions of records in an unsecured database, exposing at least 63 million people to fraud, identify theft and phishing campaigns
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August 04, 2021
04
Aug'21
Leading venture capital firms are failing to protect human rights
Venture capital firms and high-profile tech accelerators are not conducting human rights due diligence on their investments, which means they cannot be sure the companies they invest in are not causing, or contributing to, human rights abuses
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August 02, 2021
02
Aug'21
IR35 reforms: TUC demand for government ban on umbrella companies raises eyebrows
The Trades Union Congress has raised eyebrows within the contracting community by calling for a ban on umbrella companies to help stamp out malpractice
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July 28, 2021
28
Jul'21
COP26 cyber resource hub launched for Glasgow businesses
New digital information hub for Glasgow business to help organisations keep secure both physically and online ahead of major climate change summit
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July 19, 2021
19
Jul'21
HMRC CEO claims email querying legal basis for loan charge ‘overplayed’ at committee hearing
HMRC CEO Jim Harra continues to downplay significance of email questioning legal basis of the loan charge during a grilling by the Economic Affairs Committee
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July 14, 2021
14
Jul'21
More than half of European IT outsourcing spending will soon be on cloud services
Cloud services will soon be the largest part of the IT services market in Europe, as enterprises invest in them as part of their Covid-19 recovery strategies
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July 14, 2021
14
Jul'21
Multiple Microsoft bugs being actively exploited
Microsoft’s July Patch Tuesday update fixes 117 vulnerabilities, 13 rated as critical and four already being actively exploited