UK Government stories
UK warned cyber security efforts lag behind evolving threats
Last week
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UK experts warn ransomware tactics are advancing rapidly, pressuring government to overhaul cyber resilience amid rising attacks on public and private sectors.
Legacy systems hampering UK public sector digital progress
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digital transformation
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Only 6% of UK public sector organisations have fully embraced digital transformation, with legacy systems and skill shortages causing major delays, research finds.
Over 1,200 government devices lost or stolen across 2024
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data protection
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encryption
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smart home
Over 1,200 devices were reported lost or stolen across UK government departments in 2024, highlighting ongoing security challenges despite audits and efforts.
Windsor calls for total smartphone ban in UK schools
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data privacy
Lady Frederick Windsor urges banning smartphones in schools, citing risks to children's physical and emotional health amid new Ofcom online safety rules.
Responsibility declines as attacks continue: UK cybersecurity survey
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saas
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phishing
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email security
Only 27% of UK boards now have cybersecurity responsibility, down from 38% in 2021, amid rising phishing attacks threatening businesses nationwide.
Audit reform urged to strengthen UK's digital resilience
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data protection
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
ISACA and CIIA urge UK Government to expedite audit reform legislation to bolster digital resilience amid rising cyber threats and economic risks.
UK businesses lead in AI adoption, outpacing global peers
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digital transformation
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martech
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partner programmes
New research reveals that 93% of UK businesses have gained efficiencies from generative AI, surpassing the global average, with strong investment plans ahead.
UK data centre firm champions the 'neural edge' revolution
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digital transformation
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microsoft
Latos is championing localised neural edge data centres to bolster AI adoption in the UK, addressing latency to enhance sectors from public services to finance.
UK unveils Cyber Security & Resilience Bill advancements
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
The UK government has unveiled the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill, aiming to bolster protections for critical infrastructure against rising cyber threats.
Intuit launches UK council to boost AI in small business
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digital transformation
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ai
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productivity
The Intuit Small Business Growth Council has launched in the UK, uniting 18 entrepreneurs to boost AI and digital adoption for small businesses.
UK government urged to modernise for effective AI use
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digital transformation
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techday
The UK government's use of artificial intelligence is under scrutiny, with experts highlighting urgent investment needs to overcome barriers and enhance public services.
Government's AI fund aims to boost public sector reform
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digital transformation
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public sector
The UK government unveils its Transformation Fund to boost AI adoption in the public sector, aiming to address skills shortages and enhance digital reform.
Scottish tech sector optimistic amid challenges for 2025
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ai
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collaboration
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A report by ScotlandIS reveals that 73% of Scottish tech firms remain optimistic for 2025, despite current economic challenges and rising AI opportunities.
UK designers oppose government's AI copyright proposal
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physical security
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ai
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government
Concerns are mounting as nearly 30 leading designers urge the UK government to reconsider plans allowing AI companies to exploit copyrighted works without consent.
UK cyber security bill under scrutiny for key omissions
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
The UK government has introduced the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill aimed at strengthening national infrastructure, though experts warn it may lack key provisions.
Defra awards Atos GBP £150m contract for IT modernisation
Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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cleantech
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has signed a five-year contract worth GBP £150m with Atos to enhance IT and sustainability services.
World Backup Day highlights rise in ransomware incidents
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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data protection
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dr
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ransomware
On World Backup Day, Apricorn warns of rising ransomware threats as incidents surged 11% in 2024, stressing the dire need for secure data backups.
UK Government to cut jobs, save GBP £2bn with AI use
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
The UK Government's plan to cut civil service jobs and utilise AI aims to save over GBP £2 billion a year, sparking industry discussions on efficiency.
UK Food Standards to enhance safety with AI tool
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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ai
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data management
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food safety
The Food Standards Agency is partnering with Aiimi to deploy AI-driven search technology to enhance food safety assessments and expedite new product applications.
AI integration in UK civil service garners expert reactions
Fri, 14th Mar 2025
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digital transformation
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martech
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cdp
Experts respond positively to the UK Government's move to integrate artificial intelligence into the civil service, highlighting the need for effective governance and quality data.