IT careers and IT skills
IT professionals increasingly need to take responsibility for ensuring that their IT skills are kept up-to-date, and for pursuing opportunities that will develop their IT careers. We examine the issues around career development at all stages of an IT professional's working life, from education through to training and recruitment.
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News
13 Feb 2026
Singapore to form National AI Council, expands tax breaks to ease AI adoption
Singapore government unveils plans to spur AI adoption through fiscal incentives, implementation guidance and workforce skilling in a concerted effort to drive the nation’s AI agenda Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
05 Nov 2025
Most developers in Southeast Asia and India use AI tools
Study finds that 95% of developers in Southeast Asia and India use AI tools, but many of their employers lack formal AI policies, leaving them to forge their own paths in upskilling and governance Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
07 Nov 2025
Government showcases UK quantum computing pledge
With £670m set aside, the government is keen to show how the funding is supporting quantum innovation Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Opinion
07 Nov 2025
Resilience for resilience: Managing burnout among cyber leaders
The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank considers the burdens and responsibilities that accompany the role of chief information security officer, and share guidance on how to navigate a challenging career path. Continue Reading
By- John Skipper and Farrukh Ahmad, PA Consulting
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Opinion
07 Nov 2025
Gartner: How CIOs can lead the talent remix
AI value is often associated with workforce reduction headlines. But nearly half of CIOs believe AI has not met their ROI expectations Continue Reading
By- Nate Suda
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News
06 Nov 2025
Computer Weekly announces the Most Influential Women in UK Tech 2025
Computer Weekly has revealed who is on the 2025 list of the 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech, including this year’s winner, Naomi Timperley Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
06 Nov 2025
Collaboration, founders and entrepreneurs – career path of 2025’s Most Influential Woman in UK Tech
Fully admitting her career path has been a happy accident, this year’s Most Influential Woman in UK Tech, Naomi Timperley, tells us about her work with entrepreneurs and startups Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
06 Nov 2025
Computer Weekly’s Women in UK Tech Rising Stars 2025
Each year, Computer Weekly selects a number of Rising Stars who are making waves in the women, diversity and inclusion in tech space and may find themselves on the top 50 list in the future Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Opinion
06 Nov 2025
We need to build psychological readiness into cyber security
The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank considers the burdens and responsibilities that accompany the role of chief information security officer, and share guidance on how to navigate a challenging career path. Continue Reading
By- Haris Pylarinos, Hack The Box
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News
06 Nov 2025
Science and Technology Committee calls out migration red tape
With the US administration raising fees for the H1-B visa, the UK has an opportunity to roll out the red carpet for world-class talent Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
06 Nov 2025
Police Digital Service defends IT contractor cuts amid concerns over IT project delivery
The Police Digital Service has defended its decision to cut the size of its flexible IT workforce, as sources raise concerns about low staff morale and hampered IT project delivery times Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
06 Nov 2025
Maritime and Coastguard Agency to introduce digital assessments
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency is replacing paper methods with a digital assessment platform to be used for training cadets in the first half of 2026 Continue Reading
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06 Nov 2025
Interview: Filip Nekvinda on balancing IT stability with digital ambition at Abdul Latif Jameel
The chief information and digital officer discusses the challenges of transformation, the power of data, and how Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 is shaping the future of technology leadership Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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News
06 Nov 2025
Microsoft strengthens UAE’s AI ambitions with launch of Elevate programme
With the launch of Microsoft Elevate UAE, the tech giant deepens its commitment to artificial intelligence skilling, infrastructure and innovation across education, government and startups Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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Opinion
05 Nov 2025
CISO burnout: A crisis of expectation and isolation
The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank considers the burdens and responsibilities that accompany the role of chief information security officer, and share guidance on how to navigate a challenging career path. Continue Reading
By- Mike Gillespie and Ellie Hurst, Advent IM
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News
05 Nov 2025
US indicts three cyber pros who moonlit for ransomware gang
US prosecutors indict three men who allegedly attacked multiple victims with ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware while working as professional cyber incident responders Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
05 Nov 2025
Government to broaden ‘narrow’ computing curriculum
Planned changes to the computer science curriculum announced following independent review recommendations Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Opinion
05 Nov 2025
US tariff on skilled workers could create an inflection point in the war for AI talent
We should not only look overseas for talent; we must continue to build and strengthen our own. Continue Reading
By- Simon Crichton, CEO, Harvey Nash
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News
05 Nov 2025
From ambition to action: How the Gulf is turning responsible AI into a global reality
The Middle East is rapidly advancing in artificial intelligence and digital transformation, driven by strong government strategies. Success in the region requires trust, cultural awareness and alignment with local regulations Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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Opinion
05 Nov 2025
From prototype to partner: The key to building trust in humanoids is thoughtful integration
Humanoids are moving from labs to industry, enhancing efficiency and working alongside humans, not replacing them. Ethical, socially beneficial integration is key to trust and adoption Continue Reading
By- Danilo Caporale
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News
05 Nov 2025
Most developers in Southeast Asia and India use AI tools
Study finds that 95% of developers in Southeast Asia and India use AI tools, but many of their employers lack formal AI policies, leaving them to forge their own paths in upskilling and governance Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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Opinion
04 Nov 2025
We can alleviate the expanding burden on the CISO
The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank considers the burdens and responsibilities that accompany the role of chief information security officer, and share guidance on how to navigate a challenging career path. Continue Reading
By- Sam Thornton, Bridewell
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News
04 Nov 2025
Unequal access: The digital divide in criminal justice
Access to expert digital forensic analysis is biased towards the prosecution, says criminal defence Continue Reading
By- Sophia Sheera
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Opinion
04 Nov 2025
The ‘Tech Prosperity Deal’ must now be matched by a UK skills revolution
The recent ‘Tech Prosperity Deal’ proposed by large tech firms is a massive opportunity for the UK, as long as the UK builds the skills to take advantage Continue Reading
By- Russ Shaw, Tech London Advocates and Global Tech Advocates
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News
04 Nov 2025
UAE Sovereign Launchpad begins nationwide roll-out with support from e& and AWS
The cloud infrastructure platform aims to strengthen digital resilience and regulatory compliance across government and regulated sectors in the United Arab Emirates Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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News
04 Nov 2025
Microsoft’s $15.2bn investment in the UAE: A strategic bet on AI, talent and trust
Microsoft’s decade-long investment in the United Arab Emirates underscores its commitment to building a robust artificial intelligence ecosystem, advancing digital infrastructure and fostering local talent through a strategic partnership with G42 Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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Opinion
03 Nov 2025
CISOs in court: Balancing cyber resilience and legal accountability
The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank considers the burdens and responsibilities that accompany the role of chief information security officer, and share guidance on how to navigate a challenging career path. Continue Reading
By- Aditya K Sood, Aryaka
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News
30 Oct 2025
Post Office scandal investigator warns public inquiry about Horizon defect at large for years
Forensic investigator who helped expose Horizon scandal described defect ‘sufficiently serious’ to inform public inquiry Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
28 Oct 2025
Amazon links planned mass layoff to AI
E-commerce giant Amazon has cited artificial intelligence as a key driver of its decision to lay off thousands of its corporate employees Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
28 Oct 2025
Government begins search for chief technology officer
The government is looking for a chief technology officer to take charge of delivering its vision for digital public services Continue Reading
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News
24 Oct 2025
Documentary to show women’s journey to becoming role models
The challenges faced when learning to share and express one’s story are often unseen, but an upcoming documentary aims to highlight how 10 women built confidence in public speaking Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Feature
24 Oct 2025
Taking the unusual route into a career in tech
Not everyone chooses to go into tech from a young age, with some people ending up in tech entirely by accident – here, we follow two professionals who took unconventional paths into the industry Continue Reading
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News
22 Oct 2025
Atos boss ‘utterly determined’ not to allow GenAI to pull up career drawbridge
AI is being used in all sectors of the economy and society, but adopters must ensure the next generation of professionals are not denied a first rung on the ladder because of it Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
21 Oct 2025
AWS and e& launch AI and cloud training programme to build UAE’s future-ready workforce
The ‘AI Nation – Afaaq’ initiative will train 30,000 individuals in AI and machine learning, addressing critical skills gaps and supporting the UAE’s digital transformation ambitions Continue Reading
By- Andrea Benito , Computer Weekly
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News
21 Oct 2025
New cyber resilience centre to help SMEs fend off cyber threats
Spearheaded by the Singapore Business Federation, the cyber resilience centre will equip SMEs in the city-state with cyber security capabilities to mitigate and recover from cyber attacks Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
17 Oct 2025
AI talent war sees UBS recruit leadership from JPMorgan
Research from Evident reveals US banks lead the way in AI adoption in the finance sector, with a talent war simmering Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Blog Post
17 Oct 2025
Everywoman in tech 2026 nominations – submit now
The public has until October 27 2025 to enter nominations for everywoman’s technology awards, with winners to be announced in March 2026. Now in its 16th year, the Everywoman 2026 Technology Awards ... Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
16 Oct 2025
UK banks must be more like Big Tech to catch the US on AI, which comes with a high price
Evident research into artificial intelligence adoption in banking reveals US banks dominate when it comes to making AI work for the business Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
06 Oct 2025
Police facial recognition trials show little evidence of benefits
In-the-wild testing of police facial recognition systems has failed to generate clear evidence of the technology’s benefits, or to assess the full range of socio-technical impacts Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
02 Oct 2025
Aston University partners Capgemini for AI centre of excellence
University works with IT services giant to open artificial intelligence centre of excellence in London campus Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
02 Oct 2025
Regional booster programme aims to drive UK tech growth
The government has launched a £1m programme with 14 projects aimed at supporting startups Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
01 Oct 2025
Home Office issues new ‘backdoor’ order over Apple encryption
A second Home Office technical capability notice requires Apple to provide access to encrypted data and messages of British users stored on its iCloud service Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
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News
01 Oct 2025
E-commerce platform eBay offers free ChatGPT training and tools
Through eBay Activate, small businesses selling on the online marketplace will gain access to GPT-powered productivity and e-commerce tools Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Opinion
01 Oct 2025
How UK immigration must evolve to attract the best global talent
In a post-Brexit world, the UK’s ability to attract and retain global talent is not just an economic issue, it is a strategic need Continue Reading
By- Kinka Tonchev
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News
30 Sep 2025
Bank of America builds GenAI assistant for instant answers for customers
Queries that would take an employee an hour to answer are completed almost instantaneously with the Bank of America’s generative AI assistant Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Opinion
29 Sep 2025
How to land your next tech role – six top tips
Technology professionals may be finding it harder to move jobs but there are still opportunities out there for people with the right skills and proven experience. Here are six tips to help you find your next role Continue Reading
By- Alexander Reeder, Harvey Nash
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News
26 Sep 2025
Microsoft hides key data flow information in plain sight
Microsoft’s own documentation confirms that data hosted in its hyperscale cloud architecture routinely traverses the globe, but the tech giant is actively obfuscating this vital information from its UK law enforcement customers Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Opinion
26 Sep 2025
Deconstructing the UK-US Tech Prosperity 'Deal'
The so-called 'deal' between the UK and US to promote collaboration in science and technology reveals a UK government selling out homegrown talent to the demands of Big Tech Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 Sep 2025
How UK tech firms can reduce risk amid reforms to immigration
Changes to immigration rules have led to a fall in the number of skilled worker visas issued to IT professionals to work in the UK Continue Reading
By- Simon Kenny
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Definition
23 Sep 2025
What is a chief marketing officer (CMO)?
A chief marketing officer (CMO) is a C-suite executive responsible for overseeing the planning, development and execution of an organization's marketing and advertising initiatives. Continue Reading
By- Scott Robinson, New Era Technology
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News
23 Sep 2025
‘Our worst day’: The untold story of the Electoral Commission cyber attack
As head of digital at The Electoral Commission, Andrew Simpson’s mettle was tested when threat actors gained access to the regulator’s email systems and accessed sensitive voter data. Three years on, he tells his story to Computer Weekly Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
22 Sep 2025
From breach to resilience: How the Electoral Commission rebuilt its cyber defences
The UK's Electoral Commission fell victim to a major cyber attack in 2022. Three years on, the organisation is reflecting on its experience and sharing the lessons it learned to help others improve their security resilience. Continue Reading
By- Andrew Simpson, The Electoral Commission
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News
19 Sep 2025
UK cyber action plan lays out path to resilience
A report produced for the government by academics at Imperial College London and the University of Bristol sets out nine recommendations to strengthen the UK’s cyber sector Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Feature
19 Sep 2025
Can LLMs understand scientists?
Research suggests large language model outputs are still too opaque, biased and inconsistent for recommending scientific experts Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Sep 2025
The challenges posed by AI tools in education
Artificial intelligence tools to enhance productivity are being developed for use in multiple sectors, but are they sufficiently reliable for use in education or do they create other problems? Continue Reading
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News
18 Sep 2025
UK banks still run software code written more than 60 years ago
More than half of UK banks still rely on computer code written in or before the 1970s, and which is understood by only a few of their staff Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Blog Post
17 Sep 2025
Goldilocks moment for AI in British society
It is being described as a “Goldilocks moment” to encourage US investment in UK AI infrastructure, but Donald Trump’s state visit and the UK-US Tech Prosperity Deal that has been announced, come at ... Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
11 Sep 2025
M&S parts ways with CTO after cyber attack
M&S chief digital and technology officer Rachel Higham steps back from her role in the wake of the April 2025 cyber attack on the retailer’s systems Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
10 Sep 2025
Vote: Who should be crowned the 2025 most influential woman in UK tech?
Each year, we ask our audience who should be named the most influential woman in UK technology. Tell us what you think – the deadline for voting is 8 October Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
09 Sep 2025
The digital forensics crisis in policing: What’s going wrong?
Forensics experts say that most crime has a digital footprint, but the police are unable to keep up with the soaring number of devices that require analysis Continue Reading
By- Sophia Sheera
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E-Zine
09 Sep 2025
AI help for pet parents
In this week’s edition of Computer Weekly, we do another deep-dive into the latest freedom of information request revelations that have emerged pertaining to Police Scotland’s use of Microsoft cloud technologies. Ex-Googler Kate Balingit, and head of digital innovation at Mars Pet Nutrition, opens up about how artificial intelligence is transforming pet care for the company’s customers. We also take a closer look at the possible impact the UK government’s devolution agenda could have on cloud spending trends within local authorities. And, in our final piece from this round of buyer’s guides, we delve into how platform engineering is affecting how enterprises approach DevOps-related projects. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2025
Liz Kendall appointed tech secretary
Former pensions secretary Liz Kendall replaces Peter Kyle as science, technology and innovation secretary in Keir Starmer’s cabinet reshuffle Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2025
Most Influential Women in UK Tech: Computer Weekly’s Hall of Fame
Computer Weekly’s Hall of Fame showcases the great women who have made a lifetime contribution to the technology sector Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
05 Sep 2025
Lloyds Bank to use Workday software to help select staff for redundancy
Lloyds Banking Group will analyse data on HR software to help it select staff for redundancy Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
05 Sep 2025
Most Influential Women in UK Tech: The 2025 longlist
In Computer Weekly’s search for this year’s top 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech, hundreds of women have been put forward for consideration. Here, we look at a list of everyone nominated in 2025 Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Opinion
04 Sep 2025
How telcos can win the AI talent war
With tech giants offering nine-figure deals for AI experts, telcos seem outmatched. But by focusing on national purpose, unique partnerships and tangible impact, they can attract top AI talent Continue Reading
By- Edwin Lin
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Feature
03 Sep 2025
Ethical challenges of LGBTQ+ data protection
America has rolled back data protection policies for the LGBTQ+ community, but what does that mean for the rest of the world? Continue Reading
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News
02 Sep 2025
Meet the IT leader In Lebanon who became an IT entrepreneur
Nassib Chamoun says CIOs could follow his lead in swapping IT management for life as a startup, but they must be prepared to make sacrifices Continue Reading
By- Martin Veitch
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Feature
02 Sep 2025
Will AI wipe out entry-level jobs?
Traditionally, entry-level roles have been the junior employee’s first step into an organisation, but is artificial intelligence set to change this? Continue Reading
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E-Zine
02 Sep 2025
Do Fujitsu contracts cross the line?
In this week’s edition of Computer Weekly, we examine the conflict of interest concerns that are growing around the police investigation into Fujitsu’s role in the Post Office scandal, given the firm is a supplier of tech to police forces across the UK. We also catch up with Redwood Bank’s new IT boss, Simon Goodyear, and hear about his plans to eradicate the use of unnecessary Excel spreadsheets within the organisation, as part of a wider revamp of the firm’s digital processes. We also take a closer look at the possibility of the artificial intelligence investment bubble bursting, and the implications that could have on the continued take-up of the technology. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Sep 2025
Growing demand for AI-skilled cyber specialists
AI is increasingly at the heart of organisations’ digital transformation journeys – whether that’s to drive up efficiencies, generate powerful insights from data, delight customers, or supercharge internal productivity. Continue Reading
By- Peter Birch and Mo Gaibee, Harvey Nash
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Opinion
28 Aug 2025
Cyber Girls First is encouraging girls to study tech at university
A charitable initiative is alerting girls to opportunities to study technology in universities and through sponsored apprenticeships Continue Reading
By- Pat Ryan
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News
28 Aug 2025
Zopa Bank seeks partners to form AI skills coalition
Survey by Juniper Research and Zopa Bank reveals full return on investment in artificial intelligence over next five years Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
26 Aug 2025
TUC calls for government crackdown on business AI shortcuts
Artificial intelligence promises to boost productivity and shareholder value, but the Trades Union Congress is concerned that AI-fuelled economic growth is leaving workers behind Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
21 Aug 2025
Number of girls taking GCSE computer science drops amid fall in overall candidates
The number of students taking GCSE computing has fallen this year, with fewer girls and boys choosing the subject compared with 2024 Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Feature
21 Aug 2025
12 leading courses in data backup training for IT teams
Data backup training covers key aspects of data protection that are essential for compliance and risk mitigation. Here are 12 programs that build enterprise competencies. Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2025
ISACA launches AI security management certification
ISACA accredited security professionals can now pursue a new AI security management credential Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
19 Aug 2025
The future workforce is not fully human, and that is a good thing
Studies show AI agents can boost productivity of people at work but making the most of AI agents is not just an IT challenge, it is a leadership challenge. Continue Reading
By- Katherine Kostereva
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News
18 Aug 2025
L’Oréal to promote cyber resilience for Britain’s beauty salons
L’Oréal UK and Ireland will work with law enforcement, cyber educators and students, and other large organisations to help thousands of small salons across the UK improve their cyber resilience practice Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
18 Aug 2025
AI advances clear path to software development careers
Programming skills are always in demand, but with artificial intelligence, people will have to adapt their approach to writing code Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Feature
15 Aug 2025
Would you hire a hacker?
At a time when cyber security breaches are on the up and skills remain in short supply, security experts believe we may be missing a trick by overlooking unconventional sources of talent Continue Reading
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Opinion
15 Aug 2025
Teen hackers aren't the problem. They're the wake-up call
If we take the time to build the right pathways into cyber, young people could be our best line of defence. Continue Reading
By- Fergus Hay, The Hacking Games
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Feature
15 Aug 2025
The UK’s Online Safety Act explained: what you need to know
In this essential guide, Computer Weekly looks at the UK’s implementation of the Online Safety Act, including controversies around age verification measures and the threat it poses to end-to-end encryption Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
15 Aug 2025
Vodafone Greece automates deals for customers, saves 500 staff-days of work
Vodafone Greece hired an implementation partner for a business process management project while its own staff observed and learned how to use the technology Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor
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News
14 Aug 2025
More girls take A-level computing despite overall dip in numbers
While there was an overall dip in the number of people taking computing A-levels this year, the number of girls taking the subject is still on the up Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
13 Aug 2025
Santander will make AI training mandatory for all staff in 2026
Spanish banking giant announces mandatory AI training for staff, and collaborates with OpenAI on a ‘data and AI-first transformation’ Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Opinion
12 Aug 2025
What boards should look for in a CISO
The role of the chief information security officer has evolved dramatically over the years – and will continue to do so. What should boards really looking for when hiring a security leader in 2025? Continue Reading
By- Rinki Sethi, Upwind Security
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News
12 Aug 2025
Obituary: Dame Stephanie ‘Steve’ Shirley, founder, entrepreneur and philanthropist
Dame Stephanie Shirley, a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist known in the technology sector as Steve, has passed away Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Feature
11 Aug 2025
Looming retirements and the skills shortage
As many workers prepare to retire over the next few years, a large number of people will be leaving the tech talent pool, possibly exacerbating the skills shortage Continue Reading
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Opinion
07 Aug 2025
Diversity Think Tank: Divesting from inclusion is a tech business mistake
Even without recent news in the US, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives were dialled back in UK businesses last year due to tight budgets and economic uncertainty. Is it the end of the DEI push as we know it, or just a momentary blip in the fight for a diverse tech workforce? Continue Reading
By- Tara Hernandez, vice president developer productivity, MongoDB
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Opinion
07 Aug 2025
Diversity Think Tank: Stepping back? A look at DEI in the current climate
Even without recent news in the US, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives were dialled back in UK businesses last year due to tight budgets and economic uncertainty. Is it the end of the DEI push as we know it, or just a momentary blip in the fight for a diverse tech workforce? Continue Reading
By- Diana Akanho
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Blog Post
05 Aug 2025
Changing the course of UK skills policy as opposed to shuffling the deckchairs
The rise of AI now challenges the priority given to on academic skills . Covid Lockdown and its consequence have increased pressures to accelerate change to improve national productivity by ... Continue Reading
By- Philip Virgo, Winsafe Ltd
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News
05 Aug 2025
Investing in diverse business could boost UK equity market
It’s difficult for female-led businesses to find investment, but if more funds were made available, it could boost UK equity, according to research Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
04 Aug 2025
Nominate: Most Influential Women in UK Technology 2025
Tell us who you think should be included in Computer Weekly’s 2025 list of the 50 Most Influential Women in UK Technology Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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Feature
04 Aug 2025
Diverse teams are smarter -- here’s why
Your company can foster an improved bottom line, better retention and a host of other benefits by supporting diverse and inclusive teams. Continue Reading
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News
03 Aug 2025
NUS and Google team up on AI research centre
The National University of Singapore and Google will set up a joint research centre focused on applied AI in education, law, and public health while also building a talent pipeline for the city-state Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, Informa TechTarget
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News
30 Jul 2025
AI and machine learning engineers earn far less in UK than in US
While there is plenty of demand for artificial intelligence engineers, there appears to be a disparity of salaries in different countries Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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Feature
24 Jul 2025
The rise (or not) of AI ethics officers
Job titles vary, but the principles shouldn’t – put AI ethics in the org chart, fund it and give it authority, so that good intentions turn into trust, accountability and good business Continue Reading
By- Mary Branscombe, Computer Weekly
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News
24 Jul 2025
AI’s uneven distribution widening diversity divide
Access to AI depends in many cases on salary, gender and company size, according to research Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
22 Jul 2025
UK government signs partnership with OpenAI
Deal sees firm behind ChatGPT collaborate with government on AI security research to explore investment opportunities Continue Reading
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E-Zine
22 Jul 2025
UKtech50 2025: The most influential people in UK IT
In this week’s edition of Computer Weekly, we share the results of this year’s UKTech50 list of the IT leaders who are shaping the UK’s digital economy. We also feature a profile of this year’s winner, DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis, who is the first person ever to top the list twice. Elsewhere in the issue, we also take a look at what steps IT leaders can take to lockdown their Amazon Web Services stacks, and discover the role that data management platforms play in the delivery of a great customer experience. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Opinion
22 Jul 2025
Why enterprise application strategies fail
Enterprise applications are vital for business, yet more than half of all projects fail to deliver a clear return on investment. We explore the common pitfalls and how to build a strategy that ensures success Continue Reading
By- Neha Ralhan
