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City of London bombarded with one million cyber-attacks every month
Cyber security experts have warned of the growing risks that hackers pose to councils after official data reveals that the City of London Corporation has is attacked with malware and viruses nearly one million times per month
- 23 August 2019
Institute of Coding launches online course catalogue
The government's Institute of Coding has rolled out a major online course catalogue, detailing courses on AI, big data digital skills
- 19 August 2019
The world’s first 3D-view microscope from Vision Engineering
Vision Engineering, the pioneer of the ergonomic eyepiece-less Mantis microscopes announces worldwide launch of DRV-Z1 digital stereoscopic display systems with real time transmission and viewing of 3D images
- 16 August 2019
Vita Health Group launches in major healthcare rebrand
A leading UK healthcare provider has this month lifted the veil on its new brand, revealing the successful unification of three award-winning healthcare companies as well as a fresh look and feel. The new company Vita Health Group is set to provide outstanding services across the UK
- 9 August 2019
One quarter of Brits consider suicide over money worries
Analysis from employee benefits provider GettaSub warns that just under one quarter of workers have considered ending it all over financial issues and money worries
- 8 August 2019
Elemental Financial hires Kevin von Neuschatz as CEO to end ‘banking cull’ in emerging markets
Small World Financial Services MD Kevin von Neuschatz been hired by Elemental Financial as CEO. The company will provide RegTech payments solutions and risk-managed correspondent banking services to emerging markets worldwide.
- 1 August 2019.jpg?1564388776)
Ministry of Defence data breaches and lost devices jump by 300%
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has sheen a sharp rise in data breaches and device losses, according to official figures released today. The findings reveal a 300% rise in serious incidents of data and device loss as well as paper records.
- 29 July 2019
Restore Technology promises ‘smarter, cleaner, greener’ IT disposal solutions following shock Arrow withdrawal
UK technology recycling industry at a critical moment as leading UK provider promises to offer an improved service to vendors abandoned by the departure of the Arrow Electronics ITAD division
- 26 July 2019
Hackers bombarding the NHS with 11m+ attacks
The NHS has been hit with over 11.3 million email-based cyber-attacks over the past three years, illustrating a major threat to healthcare systems in the UK, according to new data from NHS Digital. The news comes as cyber experts warm of the increasing risk posed to NHS patients, with hackers attempting to breach systems to steal data.
- 12 July 2019
Marriot International hit with £99m fine for data loss
Leading US hotel chain Marriot International faces a massive financial penalty for a data breach that affected hundreds of millions of people. Earlier this week it was announced that British Airways is also facing an eye watering penalty of £183.39 million for a data breach last year that affected half a million customers.
- 12 July 2019
Boris tipped to pick Nigel Adams for DCMS Cabinet Role
Nigel Adams to be appointed Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport in a Boris Johnson cabinet
- 9 July 2019
RECENT FOOTAGE EMERGES OF BORIS JOHNSON INCLUDING PRESIDENT TRUMP IN HIS LITTLE LIST OF DEPLORABLES
Boris Johnson leadership campaign rocked by revelations of vicious Trump smear made while addressing overseas audience just three months ago
- 5 July 2019
Boost for Bristol mental health services as Vita Health Group is chosen to improve care
Vita Health Group, one of the UK’s leading providers of high quality mental health services is set to help people in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, following a competitive NHS tender process
- 1 July 2019
The fight for the Tory Leadership begins ...
Our Political Editor, Patrick Sullivan thinks Boris has bungled this week, whilst Jeremy Hunt is about receive the Trump Bump (in the polls) and Rory Stewart becomes the candidate to watch. His campaign strategy is so audacious, it just might work.
- 6 June 2019
Insights from Infosecurity Europe 2019
In this special report, Patrick Sullivan provides a unique insight into Europe's largest cybersecurity conference and speaks with leading industry figures about the security issues facing UK businesses at Infosecurity Europe
- 4 June 2019
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