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Top 10 internet of things stories of 2015

2015 was the year the internet of things began to move from theory to widespread practice, and the fledgling industry shook off the millstone of connected kitchen appliances Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

More than a quarter of Brits bank on mobile, but branches still popular

More and more people in the UK are banking on their smartphones, but more than a third still visit branches regularly Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Mobile tech saves more carbon than it emits, says Carbon Trust

Use of mobile technology in Europe and North America is saving more than 180 million tonnes of carbon emissions a year, according to the Carbon Trust Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Bracknell man arrested over VTech toy hack

Police have arrested a 21-year-old man in connection with the hacking of Hong Kong-based toymaker VTech Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

HyperCat smart city venture sets up shop in India

UK government-backed HyperCat Consortium seeks Indian startups for Hyderabad-based incubator Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

EE and Motorola confirmed as ESN suppliers by Home Office

EE and Motorola have been formally selected to provide a resilient national 4G network for the UK’s ambulance, fire and police services Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

The most influential people in UK IT 2015

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we announce our sixth annual UKtech50 list of the 50 most influential people in UK IT, and talk to this year’s winner – BT chief executive Gavin Patterson, about the challenges facing the telecoms giant in 2016. Also, we find out how the genomics industry is pushing big data technology to its limits. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Business models still evolving as public Wi-Fi spend hits a high

A report from the Wireless Broadband Alliance reveals that most city CIOs have plans in place to significantly increase their investment in public Wi-Fi networking, but see challenges around their business models Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Yakult uses data analytics to boost growth in the Netherlands by 20%

Probiotics maker Yakult is using analytics and data visualisation tools to boost its sales in the Netherlands Continue Reading

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• Bill Goodwin, Investigations Editor

Blockchain sparks change in banking industry

In this week's Computer Weekly, we find out why blockchain, the technology that underpins bitcoin, is making waves in the banking sector. EasyJet tells us why digital is increasingly important for airlines. And we look at the forces driving digital disruption and why some sectors are changing faster than others. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Sainsbury’s and Vodafone kill off MVNO joint venture

Mobile by Sainsbury’s MVNO will shut down in 2016, says the supermarket giant Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Ford uses space robot communications to serve connected cars

Ford collaborates with St Petersburg State Polytechnic University in Russia to develop car communications using technology designed for space robotics Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Internet of things is next step along Infiniti Red Bull’s F1 journey

Formula 1 team Infiniti Red Bull Racing is beginning to explore the potential of the IoT as it makes ongoing improvements to its networking infrastructure with support from AT&T Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Amsterdam aims to become a top European startup hub

Amsterdam is selling itself to the startup community as a nice place to live with a high standard of living, and one that opens doors to the continent Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Aid organisations using technology to help Syrian refugees in the Middle East

Technology is playing a crucial role in supporting humanitarian aid organisations coping with the influx of Syrian refugees in the Middle East Continue Reading

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• Andy Favell

CW Europe – October 2015

Access to vast amounts of educational resources via the cloud promises much for education. But like in the business world there are fears associated with the cloud. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Risky and untested: What went wrong with the ESN procurement?

In his first major interview since walking away from the Emergency Services Network procurement, Airwave COO John Lewis reveals why his company could take no further part in the process, and discusses the future of emergency services communications Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

How technology is helping deliver aid to Syrian refugees in the Middle East

The Syrian refugee crisis has engulfed the Middle East, but technology is proving to be an essential tool to help aid organisations support displaced people Continue Reading

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• Andy Favell

Vodafone challenges for best network performance in London

RootMetrics report reveals a comprehensive analysis of mobile network quality in central London, with EE and Vodafone the top performers Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Keeping app pirates at bay

In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at how digital piracy is affecting app developers – and what they can do about it. The man behind the controversial NHS Care.data project has quit – what will it mean for the troubled programme? And we find out how digital disruption is affecting the insurance market. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Nordea Bank signs Temenos and Accenture for core banking transformation

Nordea Bank AB has chosen the core banking system it wants to build its digital future on, signing Temenos and Accenture as technology partners Continue Reading

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• David Nikel

Tech innovation leads the 'slow demise of traditional broadcast'

The broadcast sector is being revolutionised by internet technology, as delegates to the annual IBC show in Amsterdam found out Continue Reading

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• Maria Ingold

How cloud technology helps kittens

In this week's Computer Weekly, we talk to the CIO at the UK's leading animal charity, the RSPCA, about how her cloud-first strategy is helping animal welfare. Microsoft is ending support for older version of Internet Explorer – we assess the implications. And we ask the experts about the best practice in mobile security. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Vodafone introduces nationwide Wi-Fi calling

Vodafone becomes second UK mobile operator after EE to give customers the ability to place voice calls over a wireless network connection Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Wearable technology proves its worth on the front line

In this week's Computer Weekly, we look at business applications for wearable technology. With hands-free police and military pilot projects already under way, wearable technology is set to make its mark in the enterprise in the near future. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Kellogg Brown and Root wins ESN Delivery Partner contract

Kellogg Brown and Root has won the contract to supply Lot 1 of the Emergency Services Mobile Communications Programme Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

O2’s self-optimising network will learn from customers

O2 upgrades its mobile network with features that learn from customer behaviour to optimise network coverage and performance Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Mobile phone users at risk as hackers bug and track victims

An investigation by Australian TV show 60 Minutes demonstrates how hackers based thousands of miles away in Germany were able to record the calls of an Australian senator and track his movements Continue Reading

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• Ross Coulthart, 60 Minutes Australia

Ofcom launches mobile network coverage checker

Ofcom gives smartphone users the ability to check their operator’s mobile phone coverage at postcode level using an online tool Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Troubled HTC to restructure as smartphone shipments plummet

Taiwanese company announces major business restructure targeting connected lifestyle and wearable products following disappointing results Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Carphone Warehouse data breach hits 2.4 million UK customers

Carphone Warehouse confirms the authorities have been notified about the breach, and urges customers to take steps to protect themselves Continue Reading

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• Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK

EE recalls exploding power banks

Mobile operator EE forced to recall a batch of power packs after user suffers burns from an exploding unit Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

BT Group's first-quarter results buoyed by superfast broadband and mobile demand

BT Group's first-quarter results highlight successes in superfast broadband and mobile divisions, but analyst warns of challenging times to come Continue Reading

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• Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK

Mobile operators must adapt data plans to address video boom

Over 52 million terabytes of data traffic will transit worldwide mobile networks this year alone, up by more than 50% on 2014, according to statistics from Gartner Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

How the internet of things could save the honeybee

In this week’s Computer Weekly, with bee populations being decimated, we find out how the internet of things could save the honeybee and secure crop production. Amid fears that artificial intelligence could end human innovation, we hear from the experts on AI about the reality. And we examine the challenges of delivering quality customer service in a multi-channel world. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Huawei to implement 4.5G network for Shanghai Disney

Huawei signs world’s first 4.5G network co-operation agreement to implement a smart city network at the Shanghai Disney resort Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Vodafone scheme to help SMEs get online

Vodafone is to trial a series of digital workshops for SMEs aimed at equipping them with a stronger online presence Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Huawei joins European 5G research project

Huawei commits to pan-European 5G Public Private Partnership (5G-PPP) plan to strengthen five separate 5G research projects Continue Reading

The internet of things could save the honeybee from extinction

Gemalto’s M2M unit is developing an ambitious project with agricultural science firm Eltopia and the University of Minnesota. The objective: to save the honeybee from extinction Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

How Deutsche Telekom plans to challenge AWS and Google in the cloud

German telco Deutsche Telekom wants to evolve into the public cloud and plans to beat sector giants such as Amazon and Google at their own game Continue Reading

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• Anne Morris

Metropolitan Police picks Innopsis to lead network procurement

London’s Metropolitan Police Service signs public-sector networking association Innopsis to lead engagement on network procurement Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Computer Weekly European User Awards 2015 winners revealed

The winners have been announced for the Computer Weekly European User Awards 2015. See who made the top spots Continue Reading

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• Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly

CIO Interview: Ian Bell, CIO, Cambridgeshire Police Service

The CIO of Cambridgeshire Police Service talks about the constabulary’s move to digital for collaboration and information sharing in its effort to increase efficiency Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

MoD kick-starts procurement for new armed forces tactical communications system

The Ministry wants to replace aging Bowman Communications system with cutting edge networking kit by 2026 Continue Reading

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• Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK

Nationwide quick off the mark with Apple Watch banking app

Nationwide claims to be the first high street finance firm to offer an Apple Watch app Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Vodafone launches home broadband service

Vodafone unveils its Vodafone Connect broadband and home phone package, offering headline speeds of 76Mbps Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Vodafone and Liberty Global discuss asset swap

Vodafone confirms it is in the early stages of talks with Liberty Global, but stresses a merger is not on the table Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Vodafone adds Caribbean 4G roaming for summer holidays

Vodafone extends its 4G services to a number of destinations – including Caribbean holiday hotspots – for UK customers travelling abroad Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

O2 network outage attracts ire of business secretary

An unexplained network outage affected O2 customers over bank holiday weekend and caught attention of business secretary Sajid Javid Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

CIO interview: Myron Hrycyk, CIO, Severn Trent Water

Severn Trent water company is working on technology initiatives to lower bills and improve customer service Continue Reading

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• Angelica Mari

Vodafone returns to quarterly revenue growth

A minute rise in quarterly sales gives mobile network operator Vodafone hope that its financial situation is now stabilising Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Wi-Fi Global Congress: Hotspot 2.0 standard addresses wireless security holes

At Wi-Fi Global Congress, Ruckus Wireless announces it will be first to market with the second release of Hotspot 2.0 Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Fire services to keep Airwave Tetra radios until 2020

The Department for Communities and Local Government approves a major extension of the fire services' Firelink Tetra network to the end of 2019 Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Vodafone bemoans 4G business laggards

A survey of 4G take-up in business by Vodafone has revealed many businesses are struggling to understand how it can help them Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Use of Halifax mobile banking app doubles

Halifax customers logged into their bank accounts 40 million times in March 2015, double the amount in the same month in 2014 Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

Huawei opens European Research Institute

Huawei opens doors of European Research Institute in Leuven, Belgium Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Vodafone sends network in a backpack to Nepal earthquake zone

Vodafone’s charitable arm, the Vodafone Foundation, deploys instant mini networks to help restore communications in quake-hit Nepal Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Top tips for remote and mobile workers to improve their cyber security

Steps remote and mobile workers can take to improve cyber security on mobile devices, using public Wi-Fi and computers, and handling USB devices Continue Reading

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• Peter Wood, First Base Technologies LLP

Google reports 12% revenue increase

Google misses analysts' $17.5bn target but reports 3.7% profit increase through growth in mobile ad sales Continue Reading

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• Kayleigh Bateman, Computer Weekly

Hutchison Whampoa launches Hue wholesaling for mobile virtual network operators

Hutchison Whampoa launches mobile wholesaling business Hue to help mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) expand internationally Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Vodafone launches outlet store for refurbished smartphones

Vodafone debuts Vodafone Outlet, an online store offering deep discounts on returned smartphones Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Security risk potential linked to young, mobile users

A study conducted by wireless supplier Aruba Networks has identified a distinct cohort of high-risk, security-agnostic workers Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Apple Watch pre-order stampede may herald device shortage

A high volume of orders for its smart watch suggests Apple may struggle to fulfil demand Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

CIO interview: Bruna Pellicci, global head of IT, Ashurst

Global law firm Ashurst is rolling out a new IT strategy based on single platforms worldwide for its core business areas Continue Reading

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• Mark Samuels

Over-the-top services worth $14bn to carriers by 2020

A study conducted by Juniper Research suggests that content paid for by carrier billing will be a lucrative money-spinner for communications providers Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Mobile device management (MDM) vs backup

MDM tackles the challenge of mobile devices flooding the enterprise, but it doesn’t mean you can stop worrying about mobile data protection Continue Reading

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• Manek Dubash

Brecon Beacons National Park soups up staff comms with Unify

Brecon Beacons National Park Authority deploys Unify’s OpenScape voice technology to keep remote staff and home workers in touch Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Talon upgrades MobileFast for web and Windows file sync and share

Enterprise file sync and share provider Talon Storage adds web browser and Windows workstation access to MobileFast Continue Reading

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• Antony Adshead, Storage Editor

Internet of things and 5G network research priority in 2015 Budget

Research into the internet of things and the 5G networks to support it figured highly in chancellor George Osborne’s 2015 Budget Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Wi-Fi in the sky: The good, the bad and the ugly

With in-flight internet options spreading around the world, which services should discerning business travellers try, and which should they avoid? Continue Reading

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• John Walton

Smartwatches mean business

In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine the potential enterprise uses of the Apple Watch, and find out what sort of apps might work for businesses. Our latest buyer's guide discusses the future of the desktop computer. And we look at how technology is being used to improve customer experience for big consumer-facing organisations. Continue Reading

A world of mobile possibilities

In this week's Computer Weekly, we report from Mobile World Congress, the world's biggest mobility event, on the latest innovations in mobile technology. Is the outsourcing industry set to cut thousands of jobs because of increasing IT automation? And we take an in-depth look at Google Container Engine. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

Smart meter project in danger of outright failure, government warned

A report from the Energy and Climate Change Committee has warned that plans to install smart meters across the UK by 2020 are veering off-track Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

2015 IT priorities: SDN yet to prove itself, fear of network hacks growing

In Computer Weekly’s 2015 IT priorities study, software-defined networking is still behind management and monitoring as a networking priority Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Sharing Economy UK launched to champion digital businesses

New trade body brings together digital businesses that encourage consumer and business asset-sharing, such as Airbnb and ZipCar Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

London’s Air Ambulance swaps A-Z maps for mobile apps

London’s Air Ambulance has halved emergency dispatch times through an incident information and routing app from Mubaloo Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Airwave's Tetra emergency services radio "costly and inflexible"

Incumbent Airwave failed to advance to the next stage of the Emergency Services Network procurement because its Tetra radio technology was too inflexible for current needs, according to reports Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Media industry operates on a shoestring IT budget, says BT

The media industry struggles to invest in technology, because investors are concerned with making new television and film content Continue Reading

Scotland sees startup growth, but Wales lags behind

Scotland’s technology sector has seen a large growth in startup companies since 2009 Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

BDUK accused of not being “vigilant” in upholding broadband targets

MPs accused BDUK of not being vigilant enough to deliver its own current superfast broadband coverage targets Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Microsoft revenue drops due to “restructuring”

Microsoft’s year-on-year net income has dropped by around $695m due to “integration and restructuring” plans, according to the firm’s fiscal statement Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Harrods invests in digital to entice customers

Harrods is investing in digital screen and publishing technologies to engage with its customers Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

Future of parliament report calls for digital engagement and online voting

A report outlines how parliament should embrace digital technology to be more transparent, inclusive and better able to engage the public Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

Cancer Research UK trials contactless donations

Cancer Research UK installs four smart charity shop windows to enable contactless donations Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

NRF 2015: how retailers are using technology to engage with customers

The National Retail Federation (NRF) conference 2015 took place in New York City between 11-14 January and Computer Weekly was on the ground reporting on all the trends from the show Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

Tesco embarks on image recognition technology for product placement

Tesco is looking to pilot image recognition software to improve product placement in its stores Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

Technology should complement traditional merchandising, says Hershey’s

Retailers adopting innovative technology need to consider how it might affect traditional ways of merchandising at the point of sale Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

International CES 2015: The themes at the biggest tech show of the year

This Computer Weekly photo story explores the themes of this year's 2015 International Consumer Electronics Show held by CEA in Las Vegas. Continue Reading

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• Clare McDonald, Business Editor

Levi Strauss & Co thinks mobile first

Levi Strauss & Co, the company known for Levi’s denim jeans, is thinking mobile first as part of its omni-channel retailing strategy Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

John Lewis to trial location technology for click and collect

John Lewis plans to trial a micro-location technology to improve its click and collect service Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

The internet-enabled car of the future

In this week's Computer Weekly, we report from CES in Las Vegas, where car makers gave a glimpse of how the internet of things is going to improve the driving experience. We look at the price wars in the public cloud market and assess what it means for enterprise IT. And we start our buyer's guide on software-defined everything. Read the issue now. Continue Reading

UK outdone by superfast European broadband

Britain’s fall down the average broadband speed rankings continues, according to web watchers Akamai Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Why are retailers breaking online delivery promises?

The Christmas period has seen a wave of UK retailers’ technology failing to meet the basic needs of customers Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

Technology needed to help ambulance services cope with increased demand

The future of the ambulance and emergencies services needs more investment in networking Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

JCDecaux partners with Vodafone to build small cell networks

Vodafone joins outdoor advertising firm JCDecaux to deploy small cell technology on billboards to increase network performance Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

Digital governments meet in London to commit to best practices

Digital governments from across the world are meeting in London today as part of the inaugural D5 summit Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

Three pondering bid for O2 or EE, say reports

As BT conducts sales talks with both O2 and EE, reports have emerged the owner of Three is also preparing a bid for one or other of the two networks Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor

CGI secures communications between pilots and air traffic control

Satellite communications firm Inmarsat has outsourced the provision of security IT and services to CGI Continue Reading

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• Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA

CIO interview: Jon Rudoe, digital and technology director, Sainsbury’s

While supermarkets all over the UK are facing challenging times ahead of them, Sainsbury's is taking its technology and innovation into its own hands by developing digital products for its customers. Continue Reading

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• Caroline Baldwin, Freelance editor and journalist

EE in sales talks with BT

EE owners Deutsche Telekom and Orange eye up a sale to BT just days after news O2’s owner is also looking to exit the UK market Continue Reading

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• Alex Scroxton, Security Editor