IT education and training

Government commits to £4m data and AI package for education

Plans include a £3m data store for education data, £1m catalyst fund for new AI tools, and a commitment to publish an AI safety framework Continue Reading

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• Lis Evenstad

Number of girls taking GCSE computing grows three years in a row

Gender split at GCSE level narrows as number of girls taking GCSE computing in the UK rises for the third year in a row Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Number of women choosing computer science degrees up 8%

Computer science has a persistent gender divide, but research by BCS has found more women are now being accepted on computing university courses Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

CW APAC – Tech career guide: Software development

A software developer’s job typically involves working through the stages of the development lifecycle, from planning, designing, coding and testing to the ongoing maintenance of applications. In this handbook, Computer Weekly looks at what it takes to land a career and thrive in the fast-moving world of software development. Continue Reading

Lack of skills causing AI setbacks, says research

Research by IDC and Expereo found UK CIOs are struggling to implement and maintain AI plans because of a lack of skills Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Number of girls taking A-level computing exceeds 3,000

Girls taking A-level computing has seen a large year-on-year jump between 2023 and 2024 Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Australia’s cyber security skills gap remains pressing issue

Study reveals Australia’s critical shortage of cyber security professionals, escalating the risk of data breaches Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

The shifting landscape of DEI in the tech industry

Diversity, equity and inclusion was once a regularly discussed part of the tech industry, but as attitudes shift, what does this look like for the DEI landscape of tech in the near future? Continue Reading

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• Cath Everett

Navigating the data analytics and AI landscape

Analysts at the Gartner Data and Analytics Summit in Sydney call for organisations to focus on business outcomes, extend data literacy to AI literacy and foster human-AI collaboration to benefit from the AI era Continue Reading

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• Stephen Withers

The Prince’s Trust partners with tech company to draw kids into sector

New programme from The Prince’s Trust sees partnership with tech company encourage young people into the IT sector Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Labour should focus on talent to improve UK's cyber posture

With Labour returning to 10 Downing Street after 14 years, the Computer Weekly Security Think Tank panellists share advice and wish lists for the new government Continue Reading

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• Elliott Wilkes

Labour, international talent and the technology sector

Why the UK needs a first-class visa scheme capable of landing talented IT workers quickly Continue Reading

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• Louise Haycock

Nominate: Most Influential Women in UK Technology 2024

Tell us who you think should be included in Computer Weekly’s 2024 list of the 50 most influential women in UK technology Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

CISO mentoring – who to turn to when the worst happens

Those who get the role of a CISO may have overcome some professional hurdles, but are they ready to face what comes as part of the job? And who do they ask for advice? We look at the mentoring dilemma Continue Reading

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• Dan Raywood

ICO reprimands Essex school for illegal facial recognition use

The Information Commissioner’s Office has reprimanded Chelmer Valley High School in Chelmsford for introducing facial recognition and failing to conduct a legally required data protection impact assessment and obtain the explicit consent of students Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

Engaging young people with careers in STEM at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

Backed by astronaut Tim Peake, the Future Lab exhibition at Goodwood’s annual celebration of motoring aimed to engage children with the excitement of technology innovation. Computer Weekly went to take a look Continue Reading

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• Bryan Glick, Editor in chief

Serving up a GenAI experience at Wimbledon

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we go behind the scenes at Wimbledon to find out how technology is improving the tennis experience for fans. We talk to Meta’s AI research chief about the challenges and opportunities of large language models. And we find out why cloud databases are becoming increasingly popular. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

DBS rolls out GenAI assistant for customer service teams

The CSO Assistant was built entirely in-house and uses a large language model tailored to local languages Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Glasgow’s digital strategy highlights digital rights for citizens

The strategy aims to create organisational change, equipping Glasgow to reap the benefits of digital and protect its citizens’ rights Continue Reading

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• Lis Evenstad

Tech workers misinformed about number of women at top, finds Computer Weekly

Half of IT workers in Europe believe there is good representation of women in leadership positions in tech, despite numbers telling a different story Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Labour government plans new laws around cyber security, data sharing and skills

The King's Speech outlined the legislative agenda for the new Parliament, including several bills that will impact the tech community Continue Reading

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• Bryan Glick, Editor in chief

Finnish tech sector opposes government’s immigration reforms

The tech sector in Finland fears talent shortage as government introduces stricter immigration policy Continue Reading

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• Gerard O'Dwyer

AI and cyber skills worryingly lacking, say business leaders

A lack of skilled workers has been an ongoing concern for the tech sector, but Computer Weekly’s annual survey finds skills in artificial intelligence and cyber are a particular pain point Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Computing curriculum leaving digital skills behind, research suggests

Research by the Subject Choice, Attainment and Representation in Computing Project has found that the technical focus of the computing curriculum is leaving many without other important digital skills Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

APAC career guide on software development

In this career guide, we look at what it takes to land a career and thrive in the fast-moving world of software development Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

UK data regulator should investigate police cloud deployments

The Scottish biometrics commissioner has called for the UK Information Commissioner’s Office to formally investigate whether Police Scotland’s cloud-based evidence sharing system is fully compliant with data protection laws Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

The shift towards developing internal tech talent

When it comes to tech roles, companies often have difficulty hiring skilled workers to fill positions, so some are looking internally to develop the talent they need Continue Reading

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• Cath Everett

9 IoT training certifications to take your next career step

IoT training certifications offering skills in IoT development, networking and security can give tech experts an advantage, especially when IoT skills are in high demand. Continue Reading

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• Mary E. Shacklett, Transworld Data
• Andy Patrizio

Police Scotland did not consult ICO about high-risk cloud system

Police Scotland chose not to formally consult with the data regulator about the risks identified with a cloud-based digital evidence sharing system, while the regulator itself did not follow up for nearly three months Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

A revolution in space

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we talk to astronaut Tim Peake about the imminent revolution in space tech and what it means for IT leaders. AI is set to transform the movie industry – we hear from the producers of the latest Mad Max film about how it’s already changed the process for them. And we find out about plans for Neom, the Saudi Arabian smart city in the desert. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Post Office expert IT witness Gareth Jenkins resigns BCS membership

The former Fujitsu chief architect for Horizon has resigned as a member of the BCS after he was told he could be investigated Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Tech Talent Charter to disband after nearly 10 years of operation

As the IT industry hits an ‘inflection point’ in its progress towards a more equitable sector, the Tech Talent Charter is bowing out, leaving the industry with resources it has produced since 2015 Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Tech industry losing steam for DE&I, finds TTC report

Tech sector diversity is slowly improving, but trends spotted by the Tech Talent Charter could be a threat to current and future progress Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

General election 2024: Conservative manifesto promises to continue tech policies

The Conservative Party manifesto contains little by way of new commitments for tech and digital, but lays out plans to continue existing policies and promises made under the last government Continue Reading

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• Bryan Glick, Editor in chief

Interview: Astronaut Tim Peake on an imminent revolution in space tech

Britain’s first male astronaut discusses the UK’s successful space sector, its overlaps with enterprise IT, and how to encourage more young people to work in science and technology Continue Reading

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• Bryan Glick, Editor in chief

General election 2024: Liberal Democrats thread digital commitments throughout manifesto

The Lib Dems have promised a new industrial strategy and emphasised the importance of the digital sector, skills and regulating AI, as they lay out plans for the UK general election Continue Reading

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• Bryan Glick, Editor in chief

Post Office Capture software training deficit echoes systemic Horizon problems

Post Office branch managers have told Computer Weekly they had no training on how to use Capture software, which pre-dated Horizon Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Invasive tracking ‘endemic’ on sensitive support websites

Websites set up by police, charities and universities to help people get support for sensitive issues like addiction and sexual harassment are deploying tracking technologies that harvest information without proper consent Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

Having female AI decision-makers is a priority for 37% of UK business leaders

Research from IBM reveals almost 40% of UK business leaders think getting women into decision-making positions is increasingly important in the era of artificial intelligence Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Next UK government must be prepared to legislate on AI, say MPs

The House Science, Innovation and Technology Committee says the next government should be ready to legislate on artificial intelligence to plug any regulatory gaps Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

AI Seoul Summit: 27 nations and EU to set red lines on AI risk

The countries will now work together to identify thresholds at which the risks presented by an AI model or system would be unacceptable without safeguards in place, as well as develop interoperable safety testing regimes for the technology Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

Knowledge24: ‘You can’t go it alone’ in life, says actress Viola Davis

Actress Viola Davis, along with senior women from ServiceNow, spoke at the Knowledge24 conference about the importance of wisely using leadership positions to help others make progress Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Sunak warned against changing foreign student visa rules

Business leaders have called on prime minister Rishi Sunak not to be pressured into altering the graduate visa route Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

Red Hat bullish on APAC growth, targets automakers and SMEs

Red Hat is expanding its reach into smaller firms as well as the automotive and other industries to fuel its ‘high-double digit’ growth in the region Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Ofcom publishes draft online child safety rules for tech firms

In the draft codes, Ofcom calls on technology firms to use ‘robust’ age-checking and content moderation systems to keep harmful material away from children online Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

Embrace alternative education pathways for cyber success

Shifting focus toward passion, adaptability, and a willingness to learn can revolutionise talent acquisition, fostering a more diverse and effective cyber security force. Continue Reading

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• Ricardo Villadiego

Microsoft beefs up cyber initiative after hard-hitting US report

Microsoft is expanding its recently launched Secure Future Initiative in the wake of a hard-hitting US government report on recent nation state intrusions into its systems Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Secure coding benchmark to increase standards among developers

Developer security advocate Secure Code Warrior has launched what it claims is the industry’s first benchmark designed to quantify the security competence of its customers’ software developer teams Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

DSIT launches SME training fund

Businesses have up until May 31st to apply for a grant covering 50% of the costs for training staff on AI Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

Autonomous weapons reduce moral agency and devalue human life

Military technology experts gathered in Vienna have warned about the detrimental psychological effects of AI-powered weapons, arguing that implementing systems of algorithmic-enabled killing dehumanises both the user and the target Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

Progress being made on gender diversity in cyber

Women make up a higher percentage of new entrants to the cyber security profession, particularly among younger age groups, and are increasingly taking up leadership positions and hiring roles, but challenges still persist Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

NCSC announces PwC’s Richard Horne as CEO

Former PwC and Barclays cyber chief Richard Horne set to join UK’s National Cyber Security Centre as CEO Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

IT leaders hiring CISOs aplenty, but don’t fully understand the role

Most businesses now have a CISO, but perceptions of what CISOs are supposed to do, and confusion over the value they offer, may be holding back harmonious relations, according to a report Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Decade-long IR35 dispute between IT contractor and HMRC prompts calls for off-payroll revamp

An IT contractor’s business is on the brink of insolvency after a decade-long IR35 dispute with HMRC Continue Reading

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• Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK

IT talent trap: How cloud skills suffer as a result of supplier lock-in

Even when supplier partners dominate, providers can keep some independence by nurturing in-house skills Continue Reading

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• Fleur Doidge

CISOs not yet convinced to invest in AI

CISOs say their eyes are fixed firmly on threats like ransomware and supply chain attacks, and while AI is becoming a threat that needs to be dealt with, it’s not yet an immediate spending priority Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

UK in critical need of regulation to fight misinformation online

Misinformation, where it is generated by AI, poses a serious threat due to the ease with which plausible false content can be created and spread Continue Reading

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• Josh Osman, Computer Weekly

AI skills gap blocking public sector take-up

A Salesforce report claims that a lack of skills in artificial intelligence is preventing effective take-up of generative AI to enhance frontline citizen services across the public sector Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

TeamViewer launches initiative to bring women into sports tech

TeamViewer’s flagship SheSportTech initiative aims to encourage more women into sports technology, offering ‘inspiration, training grants and access to unique experiences’ Continue Reading

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• Josh Osman, Computer Weekly

Further extension to controversial Post Office contract with Fujitsu inevitable

Post Office is seeking software developers as it replaces the controversial Horizon system from Fujitsu with an in-house alternative Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Everyone involved – expert advice surrounding D&I in tech

At the 2023 Computer Weekly diversity in tech event, in partnership with Nash Squared, more than 100 experts from the tech and employment sectors shared their ideas for improving diversity in the technology industry Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

NHS SBS launches digital advisory framework

The Digital Health Advisory Services framework agreement aims to provide a way for health and care organisations to get help with digital transformation and skills Continue Reading

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• Lis Evenstad

Open Data Institute launches digital policy manifesto

The Open Data Institute has launched a policy manifesto ahead of the UK general election that outlines policies and issues it believes must be part of the political discussion around digital and data Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

Everywoman announces 2024 Women in Tech Awards winners

Network for women in business, Everywoman, has announced the winners of this year’s technology awards, in partnership with Bupa Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Inclusive approaches to AI governance needed to engage public

Technology practitioners and experts gathered at an annual Alan Turing Institute-run conference discussed the need for more inclusive approaches to AI governance that actually engage citizens and workers Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

Deep fake AI services on Telegram pose risk for elections

Deep fake services advertised on Telegram and other platforms pose a risk to upcoming elections in Europe, Asia and the US Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly

Government pumps £1.1bn into tech skills training

Government funding will be used to allow more than 4,000 students to pursue PhDs in technologies such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing and 6G Continue Reading

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• Lis Evenstad

Industry partnerships and data key to better public services

Using public-private partnerships and improving the use of data are key to improving public services and the government’s ‘science and technology superpower’ ambitions, says digital secretary Michelle Donelan Continue Reading

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• Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor

HP emphasises AI in partner programme enhancements

Vendor uses partner event to share details of changes coming in May, and its plans to increase support for partners keen to get involved with artificial intelligence Continue Reading

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• Simon Quicke, Microscope Editor

Cash-strapped cyber pros go rogue on the dark web

Research conducted by CIISec has turned up worrying evidence of hard-up legitimate cyber professionals offering their services to the cyber criminal underground Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Interview: How a fundraiser became more data-savvy

We speak to a fundraiser in the charity sector about how an apprenticeship in data analytics has given her Excel, PowerBI and Power Query skills Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

Scottish government opens Techscaler hub in Silicon Valley

The Scottish Techscaler programme is piloting its first overseas hub, which will have space for 12 startups wanting to grow their businesses Continue Reading

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• Lis Evenstad

Caroline Dinenage signs letter calling for angel law change

The MP has signed a letter calling for the government to reconsider recently changed laws making it harder for women to be angel investors Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

UK government launches tech talent campaign

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology is encouraging people to sign up to digital skills bootcamps as government-funded research reveals huge demand for entry-level and junior tech talent Continue Reading

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• Lis Evenstad

Singapore to invest S$1bn in AI over five years

The funding will go towards compute, talent, and industry development to support Singapore’s national AI strategy Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Poor data and IT hamper cross-government working, PAC report finds

Report cites inadequate data, poor IT systems and departmental silos as major barriers to cross-government working, and calls on government to do better Continue Reading

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• Lis Evenstad

Misunderstanding and underrepresentation blocking tech diversity

Research from the Institute of Coding has found UK adults don’t think tech represents the wider UK population, and are uncertain about the level of education needed for a tech job Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Post Office IT insider and the software decision that lit the Horizon scandal

As the Post Office replaces its controversial Horizon software, a former Post Office IT executive describes disastrous mistakes of the past Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Security-by-design push prompts new ISC2 accreditations

Security-by-design has become a hot-button regulatory issue. ISC2 has decided now is the time to upskill cyber pros around these vital software and hardware development principles Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

How DBS is industrialising AI across its business

Southeast Asia’s biggest lender is building a strong data foundation and upskilling employees on data and artificial intelligence to realise its vision of becoming an AI-fuelled bank Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

Lack of tech skills making hiring more competitive, says Morgan McKinley

A lack of skilled workers is forcing hiring managers to use salary and benefits such as flexibility to compete for talent, according to research from global recruiter Morgan McKinley Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Trends driving cyber security in 2024

While cyber security breaches are not going away, emerging threats are driving new and innovative approaches to IT security Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

BCS report shows lack of improvement in tech diversity

Research from BCS shows very slow progress when it comes to the number of women and people from under-represented groups in tech over the past five years Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

AI: House of Lords focuses on copyright and transparency

Large language models promise to boost UK productivity, but the tech needs greater scrutiny and questions remain over intellectual property Continue Reading

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• Cliff Saran, Managing Editor

Proposed changes to investment thresholds highlights lack of funding diversity

The government is introducing a law to raise the income threshold for potential angel investors, potentially making it harder for people from underrepresented groups to fund startups Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Google Cloud teams up with Singapore government on AI initiatives

Over 100 generative AI use cases have been tested through the AI Trailblazers programme, among other initiatives to spur AI adoption and build AI talent in the city-state Continue Reading

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• Aaron Tan, TechTarget

CW EMEA: Investing in the future

There is a lot of uncertainty in the world right now, and businesses might be forgiven for taking a cautious approach to their planning. But one thing is certain, and that is that oil-rich countries in the Middle East will continue to invest heavily in diversifying their economies. Continue Reading

Davos 2024: AI disinformation tops global risks

In this week’s Computer Weekly, AI-generated disinformation and misinformation will be the top risks for businesses, governments and the public over the next two years, according to the World Economic Forum. Intel’s CTO discusses the chip maker’s plans for the European market. And we examine the dearth of digital skills among elected officials. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Upgraded Arabic large language model is twice as big

Techniques that were used to double the power of what was already the largest LLM for Arabic can now be applied to other languages whose native speakers do not yet have access to AI Continue Reading

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• Pat Brans, Pat Brans Associates/Grenoble Ecole de Management

The Security Interviews: Rebecca Taylor, SecureWorks Counter Threat Unit

In October 2023, Rebecca Taylor of the SecureWorks Counter Threat Unit was recognised at the annual Security Serious Unsung Heroes Awards for her work. Computer Weekly caught up with her to talk mentoring, cyber career development and diversity Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

2024: The year Generative AI is let out of its cage  

Instead of worrying about AI taking over their jobs perhaps people should wonder if their work will be taken over by a new starter who knows how to use AI.   Continue Reading

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• By Peter van der Putten, Director AI Lab, Pegasystems

Will 2024 be the year AI begins to transform Education, Recruitment, Training from cradle to dotage?

Those looking at policies to avoid the UK being left behind as a bureaucratically planned Cannery Row, need to identify, publicise and build on what is already happening around the world (as well ... Continue Reading

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• Philip Virgo, Winsafe Ltd

Top 10 women in tech and diversity in tech stories of 2023

As the year draws to a close, Computer Weekly looks over some of the notable stories relating to women in tech, diversity and inclusion throughout 2023 Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Top 10 IT careers and skills stories of 2023

Looking back at the skills and hiring landscape in 2023, Computer Weekly shares the key moments for IT careers and skills over the past 12 months Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Top 10 Middle East stories of 2023

Middle Eastern countries are on digital journeys, with many pinning their futures on expertise in advanced technologies Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Immigration clampdown could worsen UK IT skills shortage

The UK government’s recent clampdown on immigration could exacerbate the IT skills shortage in the country, especially in web design and development Continue Reading

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• Brian McKenna, Enterprise Applications Editor

Top 10 Benelux stories of 2023

The Benelux region is researching some of the latest digital technologies of the future with efforts to ensure the region keeps pace in quantum computing and artificial intelligence Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

NCSC CEO Lindy Cameron to step down in 2024

NCSC chief exec Lindy Cameron, who helped lead and elevate the national dialogue on cyber security through major events such as Covid-19, SolarWinds Sunburst and Colonial Pipeline, is to step down in the New Year Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Diversity in tech 2023: Bev White, Nash Squared

In this video from Computer Weekly’s annual diversity in tech event, in partnership with Nash Squared and sponsored by NatWest, Bev White, CEO of Nash Squared, talks about the challenges the tech sector faces when it comes to increasing diversity and inclusion. Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Suki Fuller, most influential woman in UK tech 2023, winner’s speech

In this video from Computer Weekly’s annual diversity in tech event, in partnership with Nash Squared, Suki Fuller, gives her acceptance speech as the 2023 Most Influential Woman in UK Tech. Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor