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Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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education, learning & training
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outsourcing
A mere 4% of public sector IT professionals believe graduates are fit for real-world roles, revealing a stark skills gap affecting project delivery.
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AI plans to drive UK growth as public embraces technology

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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cartech
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genai
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled plans to harness AI for growth across the UK, citing its potential to enhance public services and daily life.
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IT leaders advocate for stricter email authentication rules

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
A recent study by EasyDMARC reveals that 87% of IT leaders support expanding email authentication to tackle phishing and spam, following Google's and Yahoo's earlier mandates.
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Remote workers logging longer hours than office peers

Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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productivity
A report by Cloudbrink reveals that remote workers log longer hours than office employees, challenging productivity misconceptions in hybrid work environments.
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AI threats top concern for UK SMEs' cybersecurity in 2025

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
A study by Six Degrees reveals AI-generated attacks are the top cybersecurity worry for 35% of UK SMEs heading into 2025, eclipsing traditional threats.
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Zyxel Networks launches AI-driven security tool SecuPilot

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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firewalls
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data analytics
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network security
Zyxel Networks unveils SecuPilot, an AI assistant designed to help IT professionals swiftly tackle security threats amid complex data challenges.
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New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers

Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.
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Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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dr
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The Cloud Security Alliance's new report reveals that 78% of financial institutions use single-cloud systems, emphasising resilience amid rising cyber threats.
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Businesses struggle with IT security, Kaspersky reports

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
A recent Kaspersky report reveals 38% of businesses struggle with IT security, facing downtime and productivity losses amid evolving cyber threats.
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Public sector IT faces budgetary hurdles, says survey

Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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it budget
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it professionals
A recent SolarWinds survey reveals that only 18% of public sector IT professionals believe their budgets meet their needs, intensifying financial strains globally.
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IT pros face challenges with AI in app development by 2025

Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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application security
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lcnc
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genai
OutSystems' 2025 report reveals 88% of IT professionals are exploring generative AI for app development, amid concerns over security and integration challenges.
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New study highlights challenges in ITDR adoption by firms

Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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it professionals
A Quest Software study reveals 84% of firms engaging in Identity Threat Detection and Response see benefits, despite facing significant implementation challenges.
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KnowBe4 launches AI agents to boost cyber risk management

Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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genai
KnowBe4 has launched its AIDA suite of AI security agents, designed to improve human risk management and combat evolving cybersecurity threats.
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SolarWinds survey reveals widening IT skills gap concerns

Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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it industry
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outsourcing
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solarwinds
A recent SolarWinds survey reveals 41% of IT professionals are struggling to find qualified candidates, highlighting a significant skills gap in the industry.
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Kaseya survey finds human behaviour a top cyber threat

Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
Kaseya's 2024 Cybersecurity Survey reveals human behaviour as the top concern for IT professionals, affecting 89% of respondents amid rising cyber threats.
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Expel to create 50 remote cybersecurity jobs in Ireland

Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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government
Expel plans to establish a fully remote workforce in Ireland, creating 50 cybersecurity jobs over the next three years, supported by IDA Ireland.
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UK faces significant IT skills shortage reveals new report

Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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edge computing
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partner programmes
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ai
Hyve Managed Hosting's 2024 report reveals a severe skills shortage in the UK's IT sector, impacting 81% of businesses amid rapid technological advancement.
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Deepfake threat worries 94% of IT professionals, report finds

Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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data protection
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
A report from IRONSCALES reveals that over 94% of IT professionals are concerned about deepfake technologies threatening cybersecurity amid a pivotal election year.
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Research shows workplace AI use outpaces security measures

Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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vpns
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mfa
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data privacy
Ivanti's report reveals a disconnect as 81% of employees using Gen AI lack training, raising security concerns; only 13% of security pros prioritise user experience.
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UiPath report reveals 90% of automation pros adopting AI

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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it automation
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ai
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education, learning & training
A recent report from UiPath reveals that 90% of automation professionals are now integrating AI into their workflows, driven by a surge in productivity.