IT for government and public sector
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News
08 Nov 2024
Government announces Green Paper on future of scandal-ridden Post Office
Consultation process will enable a wide range of people to air their views on the future of the scandal-hit Post Office Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Feature
08 Nov 2024
Beyond VPNs: The future of secure remote connectivity
As more companies adopt cloud services and remote work, the limitations of VPNs are becoming obvious. We explore what’s next for secure remote connectivity Continue Reading
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News
17 Jan 2018
CIO interview: Tom Read, CDIO, Ministry of Justice
The MoJ’s chief digital and information officer, Tom Read, is keen on doing his bit to tear down the Whitehall silos, creating collaborative, simple and effective digital services for staff and the public Continue Reading
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News
17 Jan 2018
Davos: Disintegration of the internet could create economic turmoil
Politicians and business leaders will discuss the risks posed by fake news, cyber attacks, and artificial intelligence to jobs, political stability and global security, at the World Economic Forum in Davos Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
16 Jan 2018
Financial savings just the beginning for CIOs who understand code quality
Businesses need to understand the quality of the code in their applications if they are to avoid unnecessary costs and glitches Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
16 Jan 2018
Sweden pilots surveillance technology to combat terrorism and crime
The Swedish police and security agencies are trialling surveillance equipment to help them respond to terrorism and crime more quickly Continue Reading
By- Gerard O'Dwyer
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News
16 Jan 2018
Most UK enterprise mobiles not patched for Meltdown and Spectre
Very few UK enterprise mobile devices have been patched against the recently discovered Meltdown and Spectre exploits and almost a quarter cannot be patched, a study shows Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
15 Jan 2018
Oliver Dowden takes on ministerial responsibility for digital government
Cabinet Office junior minister Oliver Dowden has been given the responsibility for digital government, shared services and cyber and resilience in his role as minister for implementation Continue Reading
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News
12 Jan 2018
Call for statutory regulation of police number plate cameras amid concerns over accuracy
The UK’s automatic number plate recognition database – one the largest non-military data-gathering systems – records up to 1.2 million false readings of number plates every day. It should be subject to statutory regulation, says an independent watchdog Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
12 Jan 2018
HMRC’s transformation programme beset by extra Brexit workload
The Public Accounts Committee has found HMRC to be dangerously overstretched, partly as a consequence of Brexit, and puts the department’s 2020 transformation programme into question Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
12 Jan 2018
Computer science is fastest-growing subject for undergraduates
Computer science is the fastest-growing subject for undergraduate intake in UK universities, according to 2017 statistics Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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Feature
11 Jan 2018
How secure are smart energy grids?
The improved efficiency of smart grids need to be weighed against the cost of security - presenting a unique opportunity for the tech sector and a new market for security companies Continue Reading
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News
11 Jan 2018
Hard Brexit risks 92,000 UK science and technology jobs
Economic analysis commissioned by London mayor Sadiq Khan warns that thousands of jobs in science and technology sectors be at risk if UK crashes out of EU with no deal Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
11 Jan 2018
Mobile app flaws are a risk to industrial IT systems, says report
Cyber security vulnerabilities in mobile applications could be exploited to compromise industrial network infrastructure, a report warns Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
11 Jan 2018
Cabinet Office unveils renewed shared IT services programme for government
The Cabinet Office reveals details of its latest push to make the shared services model take off in government Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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E-Zine
11 Jan 2018
CW Middle East: Technology transforms healthcare delivery in Gulf region
The Gulf’s healthcare sector has witnessed exponential growth in the past two decades, driven by a rapidly growing population and a rise in lifestyle-related diseases. Read how technology is helping the region’s healthcare sector cope with demand. Also in this issue, find out how an initiative at Avaya hopes to use blockchain networks to help make the citizens of Dubai happy, and how the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s smart transformation is progressing. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jan 2018
Nuclear weapons’ cyber attack risk relatively high, says report
With the potential for catastrophic consequences from a nuclear weapons detonation attack, it is crucial to have the most robust nuclear policies in place, says an international affairs think-tank Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
10 Jan 2018
Ministry of Defence announces new CIO
Former Prudential and BP CIO Charles Forte takes over as IT chief for the UK's armed forces Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
10 Jan 2018
EC underlines need for data transfer agreement post-Brexit
The European Commission has emphasised the importance of having a data transfer agreement in place after the UK leaves the European Union Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
10 Jan 2018
Citizens want more from public sector digital transformation
Survey shows digital skills and lack of integration are among major barriers to good online government services Continue Reading
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News
10 Jan 2018
Margot James takes over as digital minister after government reshuffle
Former minister for business succeeds Matt Hancock after his promotion to secretary of state Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
10 Jan 2018
UAE tech growth prompts firms to review internal IT security
As IT becomes more prominent in the UAE economy, more and more internal connections between people and systems are created, all of which need to be secured Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2018
Meltdown and Spectre a big deal for enterprises
Although consumers are relatively unaffected by the recently disclosed security vulnerabilities in most modern processors, enterprises need to take the threat seriously. Computer Weekly looks at how enterprise IT and security professionals should be approaching these threats Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
09 Jan 2018
Changes for digital government in Theresa May's reshuffle
Matt Hancock takes over as DCMS secretary of state, while Caroline Nokes says goodbye to her role as the minister responsible for digital at Cabinet Office Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2018
Spanish authorities ready roads for autonomous vehicles
Spain’s Directorate General of Traffic has selected Mobileye technology to develop vision and data analysis for driver assistance and autonomous vehicles Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
09 Jan 2018
Cyber attacks in 2017 drive Nordic security efforts
The volume of cyber attacks last year has increased boardroom focus on security in the Nordic region Continue Reading
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News
08 Jan 2018
HMRC IT systems crash as customers attempt to file tax returns
Several HMRC IT systems crashed on Saturday, leaving customers attempting to file their tax returns frustrated as the deadline approaches Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2018
2018 could be year of critical infrastructure attacks, says report
The coming year is likely to see an increase in the number of cyber attacks on critical national infrastructure (CNI), according to a report based on experts’ forecasts Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
05 Jan 2018
Case study: Doing digital the Stockport way
Stockport Council’s digital programme is working to transform services for both citizens and staff, saving chunks of money and driving efficiency at the same time Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2018
Scottish Ambulance Service tests satellite to improve critical care process
The Scottish Ambulance Service is testing satellite broadband to help paramedics gather vital information on their patients’ conditions whilst in transit Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
04 Jan 2018
NHS Coventry connects GPs to CityFibre broadband
NHS Coventry and Rugby Clinical Commissioning Group is upgrading to full-fibre broadband infrastructure for GP practices and community health centres Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
03 Jan 2018
Government yet to ‘fully embrace’ digital, says IoD report
Institute of Directors report says the government’s digital drive has lost momentum and calls on public sector to harness private sector technologies and innovation Continue Reading
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News
03 Jan 2018
Top IT priorities for Nordic CIOs in 2018
Nordic CIOs tell Computer Weekly about their intentions for the year ahead Continue Reading
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Opinion
03 Jan 2018
Building on the UK tech sector’s momentum in 2018
The UK’s digital and tech industry made great progress in 2017, and the government aims to further its support in 2018, says digital minister Continue Reading
By- Matt Hancock, HM Government
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News
02 Jan 2018
Controversial council broadband service sold to Gigaclear
Ultrafast broadband services supplier Gigaclear has acquired the assets of troubled district-council-backed altnet Aylesbury Vale Broadband Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
28 Dec 2017
Top 10 CIO interviews of 2017
IT leaders from across the UK and Europe shared their plans, strategies and best practice advice with Computer Weekly Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
22 Dec 2017
Canada’s CGI takes top spot in UK government IT contracts for 2017
Analysis of government procurement data shows CGI topped the table for new IT deals, earning more than four times the amount of its nearest rival Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
20 Dec 2017
Fourth industrial revolution AI scepticism rife at Lords committee
In the final session of its enquiry into artificial intelligence and the UK economy, a House of Lords select committee played host to scepticism about the so-called fourth industrial revolution Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
20 Dec 2017
UK government blames North Korea for WannaCry cyber attack
The UK and US governments say a North Korean group was responsible for the ransomware attacks that hit the NHS and other organisations globally this year Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Blog Post
19 Dec 2017
Fear not for the future of digital government - the GIFs are taken care of
I was tempted to write this blog post on Computer Weekly's Downtime blog, where we try to look at the lighter side of the world of IT. But I'm not entirely sure this is a joke. While budgetary ... Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
19 Dec 2017
Top 10 enterprise IT in the Nordics stories in 2017
The Nordic region might be best known in IT circles for its startup communities – but it has much more to offer Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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E-Zine
19 Dec 2017
Navigating through digital change
In this week’s Computer Weekly, IT leaders share the lessons learned and discuss best practice in digital transformation. We find out how SAP is addressing customer concerns about its indirect licensing policies. And we assess whether SME IT suppliers are making headway in selling to government CIOs. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
15 Dec 2017
On digital identity in the UK - and the likely future for Gov.uk Verify
Did you know the UK government has a minister for identity? It’s Baroness Susan Williams, whose full responsibilities go under the grander title of minister of state for countering extremism. ... Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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E-Zine
14 Dec 2017
CW Europe: Eurosport pumps up digital technology for cycling fans
Read how Eurosport is using a novel combination of technology and information to develop immersive viewing experiences for sports fans across a range of platforms. Also find out how Russian state bank Vneshekonombank expects to become a vehicle for a blockchain revolution in the country’s public sector, and what the European Parliament's approval of a new electronic system to store biometric information might mean for UK citizens after Brexit. Continue Reading
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News
13 Dec 2017
Labour MP Liam Byrne launches ‘People’s Plan for Digital’
Shadow digital minister launches online collaborative project for the public and industry to share and debate ideas on the UK’s digital future Continue Reading
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E-Zine
12 Dec 2017
The 50 most influential people in UK IT 2017
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we reveal our annual list of the 50 most influential people in UK IT, and talk to this year’s winner – Mayank Prakash, chief digital and information officer at the Department for Work and Pensions – about the challenges and opportunities of digital government. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2017
GDS staff survey reveals concerns over leadership and evidence of bullying and harassment
Employee survey at Government Digital Service shows staff enjoy their work but have concerns about senior management – plus complaints over discrimination, bullying and harassment Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
11 Dec 2017
Innovation key to halt cyber attacks
In the light of the number of cyber breaches taking place, innovative security systems are required, according to the UK National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
11 Dec 2017
Workers should embrace robots, not fear them, says Labour deputy
Labour deputy leader to say workers need not fear robots taking their jobs, but welcome the opportunities they will bring Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
08 Dec 2017
Critical border IT systems won’t be ready before Brexit, says PAC report
Of the 85 IT systems at the UK border, 30 will need to be replaced or changed due to Brexit, but critical new or updated border IT systems won’t ready by the time the UK leaves the EU, PAC report finds Continue Reading
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News
07 Dec 2017
Tieto wins Stockholm’s multimillion IT outsourcing contract
Swedish capital switches IT services provider after “administrative error” ruled original contractor out of agreement Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2017
UKtech50 2017 - The most influential people in UK IT
Computer Weekly has announced the eighth annual UKtech50 – our definitive list of the movers and shakers in the UK IT sector Continue Reading
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06 Dec 2017
UKtech50 interview: DWP chief digital and information officer Mayank Prakash
The UKtech50 most influential person in UK IT 2017, Department for Work and Pensions chief digital and information officer Mayank Prakash, talks about changing ways of working, the importance of culture and the role of new technologies Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2017
Andromeda mastermind Sergey Jarets jailed, say security researchers
Security researchers say they believe that a hacker arrested by Belarus police is Andromeda botnet mastermind Sergey Jarets Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
30 Nov 2017
Lauri Love could face jail in detention centre condemned by US judges
Appeal court hears conditions in Metropolitan Detention Centre, where alleged hacker Lauri Love is likely to be sent if extradited to the US, described by US judges as 'unconscionably bad', and that Love would be at 'real risk' Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin & Julia Gregory
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News
29 Nov 2017
Lauri Love would face ‘medieval’ conditions in US prison if extradited over hacking charges
Engineering student Lauri Love should be tried in the UK, court hears, as new evidence is presented on the “medieval” conditions in US jails for people with medical problems Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin & Julia Gregory
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Video
28 Nov 2017
Lauri Love: how reformed hackers halted the WannaCry virus
Lauri Love presents a compelling story of the WannaCry malware that nearly brought down the NHS, and the behind the scenes work of former hackers, and security researchers that helped to prevent lives being lost. Love is facing extradition to the US after allegedly taking part in a hacking protest over the death of internet pioneer Aaron Swartz, who faced jail for using a hidden computer to downloading academic journals at MIT. Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Feature
27 Nov 2017
UK sale of surveillance equipment to Macedonia raises questions over export licence policy
The UK approved an export licence for the sale of surveillance equipment to Macedonia – while the country was engaged in an illegal surveillance programme against its citizens. A senior minister was consulted on the decision Continue Reading
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News
27 Nov 2017
UK IT professionals could lose out in a free trade deal between UK and India
There could be an increase in Indian IT professionals coming to work in the UK post-Brexit if a new trade deal is signed with India Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Opinion
27 Nov 2017
My brother Lauri Love should have the right to a trial in the UK
Lauri Love should face trial over hacking allegations in a British Court, rather than be extradited to the US, where his extraordinary skills will be lost to society, says his younger sister Continue Reading
By- Natasha Love
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News
26 Nov 2017
UK only average in terms of digital public services
UK government has the innovation skills to become a digital public services leader, but needs to improve the ID and authentication that sits underneath it to reach this goal Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
26 Nov 2017
Blockchain could be used for citizen identity services, says Reform
Reform think tank argues that government could use blockchain technology to create a secure identity for citizens to use across public services Continue Reading
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News
24 Nov 2017
Academics and public sector organisations collaborate on London Wi-Fi project
Students and public sector staff across London will get easier access to the Jisc eduroam and govroam Wi-Fi networks through a new scheme spearheaded by City, University of London and Camden Council Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
23 Nov 2017
CW Nordics: IT companies focus on job satisfaction
The Nordics IT industry’s increasing focus on job satisfaction is paying off. Computer Weekly’s global salary survey shows Nordic IT professionals are happy with their pay and training opportunities and few are actively seeking a new job. Also in this issue, read how there is still gender inequality in the IT sector despite Nordic countries being hailed as pioneers of digital and equal worker rights. And Anna Eriksson, CIO of the Swedish National Land Survey, talks about the organisation’s approach to digital transformation. Continue Reading
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News
22 Nov 2017
IR35 reforms: Consultation on private sector roll-out confirmed in Autumn Budget 2017
The government has confirmed it is preparing to consult on whether or not to roll out the controversial IR35 tax avoidance reforms to the private sector Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
21 Nov 2017
IR35 reforms: Economic concerns raised over prospect of private sector roll-out
With the government’s stance on rolling out the IR35 reforms to the private sector appearing to soften, IPSE and others air concerns over the threat this move could pose to the post-Brexit economy Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
21 Nov 2017
UK cyber defenders set to build on existing capability
UK national cyber attack response and investigation is a well-defined and rehearsed process, but the responsible agencies say they are building more capability and closing the gaps Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
20 Nov 2017
Universal Credit moves into Amazon Web Services cloud
Parts of the digital system underpinning the controversial welfare reform programme are now running on AWS under DWP’s hybrid cloud strategy Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
20 Nov 2017
Budget 2017 to promise huge UK technology boost
Wednesday’s Budget will include funding for artificial intelligence, driverless cars, 5G, digital skills and more computer science teachers Continue Reading
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16 Nov 2017
Europe not ready for imminent cyber strikes, say infosec professionals
Information security leaders in Europe believe a major breach of critical infrastructure is coming and that data breaches in their own organisations are imminent – yet most are not ready Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
15 Nov 2017
DWP insourced 400 staff from HPE into new IT services subsidiary
New arrangement allows Department for Work and Pensions to pay higher base salaries to encourage staff expecting private sector wages Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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Opinion
15 Nov 2017
Opinion: Why the UK’s visa expansion is important to the tech sector
Following the government’s decision to expand the UK’s visa scheme for overseas talent, home secretary Amber Rudd tells Computer Weekly why this will help the UK tech sector Continue Reading
By- Amber Rudd, UK government
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News
14 Nov 2017
Emergency Services Network delay to cost hundreds of millions
The Emergency Services Network roll-out has hit further delays and is likely to become very costly indeed, the Public Accounts Committee has heard Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
14 Nov 2017
Government will deliver at least 89 digital services by 2020, says Caroline Nokes
New minister for digital government talks about plans for more digital services, the importance of digital in Brexit, and the roll-out of Gov.uk Verify Continue Reading
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14 Nov 2017
Waltham Forest Council gives 5G network plans a boost
Waltham Forest Council in London is to allow Arqiva to deploy small cell technology on 16,000 lampposts across the borough Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
13 Nov 2017
Why UK police are learning cyber forensics
The need for the UK police force to conduct forensic investigations on computers is nothing new, but a rapid escalation of cyber crime has demanded a different approach Continue Reading
By- Alex Bennett, Firebrand Training
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News
13 Nov 2017
Muslim hactivists hack “unhackable” IS news site
A Muslim hacktivist group has hacked into Islamic State’s news site and published thousands of subscribers’ details just hours after the site claimed it was impenetrable Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
10 Nov 2017
WikiLeaks publishes code and analysis of CIA hacking tool
Security experts are questioning the wisdom of WikiLeaks releasing more source code for US intelligence agency hacking tools Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
09 Nov 2017
Bangalore offers the best ecosystem for digital transformation, says Economist report
Bangalore ranked as the number one location for businesses looking to access the right ecosystem to support digital transformation Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Blog Post
02 Nov 2017
Dear digital minister, a little more clarity - anything, really - on Brexit, please
The government’s digital minister, Matt Hancock, is a busy and enthusiastic advocate for the UK’s digital economy. In the past month alone, he’s given five speeches, published an independent review ... Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
30 Oct 2017
Court dates set for Post Office accounting system trials
An end is in sight for sub-postmasters’ campaign against alleged wrongful prosecution, which they blame on a faulty computer system Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
26 Oct 2017
NAO calls on NHS to ‘get its act together’ after WannaCry attack
The NHS could have prevented the WannaCry cyber attack had it followed basic IT security best practice, according to National Audit Office boss Continue Reading
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26 Oct 2017
No guarantees HMRC’s customs declaration service ready for Brexit
HMRC CEO tells MPs the department needs an extra £7.3m to upgrade current Chief system as a contingency, should new customs IT system not be ready in time for Brexit Continue Reading
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26 Oct 2017
Kaspersky Lab explains how NSA data was uploaded
Malware detection triggered an upload of data from a National Security Agency contractor’s home computer, Kaspersky Lab says an internal investigation has revealed Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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News
25 Oct 2017
Oversight of intelligence agencies’ data sharing has ‘failed’, court hears
UK’s intelligence services lack adequate oversight and written guidelines when sharing databases of sensitive information, Privacy International argues in secret court Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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Blog Post
25 Oct 2017
On HMRC, cloud providers, SMEs – and cloud-first government IT
There’s an interesting story doing the rounds this week that highlights some important issues around the UK government’s aim to have a cloud-first policy for IT purchasing. The original scoop, ... Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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Opinion
25 Oct 2017
A history of hacking and hackers
A security professional’s view on criminal hacking has shifted away from the traditional stereotype of the hacker, towards a much more diverse cross-section of wider society Continue Reading
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24 Oct 2017
Nearly 200 arrested for airline ticketing fraud
Police have arrested nearly 200 people for airline ticketing fraud in an international operation involving public and private sector organisations Continue Reading
By- Warwick Ashford, Senior analyst
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E-Zine
24 Oct 2017
Where will artificial intelligence take us?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, artificial intelligence (AI) enthusiasts and sceptics debate the opportunities and risks of the much-hyped technology – we listen in to the House of Lords investigation. Our latest buyer’s guide examines the benefits and challenges of cloud-native applications. And we look at the best practice in defending email systems from cyber attacks. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
20 Oct 2017
IBM’s Joanna Davinson to become new Home Office tech boss
IBM executive to replace Sarah Wilkinson as chief digital, data and technology officer Continue Reading
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20 Oct 2017
National Police Technology Council launches set of ICT principles
The national ICT strategic principles include cloud first, enabling data sharing and interoperability standards, and ensuring any tech decision made benefits the organisation as a whole Continue Reading
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News
19 Oct 2017
Post Office computer system legal case reaches important procedural juncture
Sub-postmasters group action against the Post Office reaches an important milestone Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 Oct 2017
Norway’s Trondheim embraces the cloud with Google G Suite
Municipality is reaping the benefits of moving productivity software to the cloud Continue Reading
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18 Oct 2017
Shadow Cabinet Office minister slams Gov.uk Verify for being ‘inefficient’
Labour’s Jon Trickett says the government’s identity assurance platform is a poor use of taxpayers’ money and is “being handled appallingly” Continue Reading
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18 Oct 2017
Cloud service spending almost matches traditional IT outsourcing
Traditional outsourcing spending has plummeted in the latest three-month period, but spending on cloud-based IT services is going some way to filling the void Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
17 Oct 2017
RSA’s Middle East cyber security conference gains its own identity
RSA Abu Dhabi conference focuses on region’s cyber security needs as digital technology deployments expand Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
17 Oct 2017
Government gives ODI £6m to improve data knowledge
The Open Data Institute has been awarded £6m in funding from InnovateUK for a series of projects aiming to improve the UK’s data expertise Continue Reading
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17 Oct 2017
UK intelligence agencies ‘unlawfully’ sharing sensitive personal data, court hears
A secret court will decide whether Intelligence agencies are “unlawfully” sharing huge datasets containing sensitive information about the population with industry, government departments and overseas intelligence services. Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin & Julia Gregory
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E-Zine
17 Oct 2017
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on empathy and innovation
In this week’s Computer Weekly, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella explains why he has made empathy a key part of technology innovation at the software giant. We examine the latest developments in the debate over the tax status of IT contractors in the public sector and the IR35 reforms they claim are hampering digital government projects. And we ask if an emphasis on creativity will help attract more young people to work in IT. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
16 Oct 2017
ADMCC monitors Abu Dhabi with Cisco technology
Abu Dhabi's surveillance system is using technology from Cisco Continue Reading
By- Edward Banda
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E-Zine
12 Oct 2017
CW Middle East: Internet of things can help Gulf countries to diversify
The Middle East’s push towards economic diversification is driving innovation in internet of things (IoT) applications for emerging services sectors, such as transport and logistics, telecommunications, financial services and tourism. Also read how the Dubai Health Authority is rolling out Salama, a unified electronic medical record (EMR) system, and a survey shows organisations in the Middle East are not offering IT staff enough training and don’t employ enough women in IT. Continue Reading
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News
12 Oct 2017
CW500: A perfect storm – the cyber attack that hit Parliament
The former director of the Parliamentary Digital Service shares details and lessons learned from the cyber attack that hit UK parliament in June and explains why it was a “good experience” Continue Reading
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