The Science, Innovation and Technology Committee recently sat down with tech experts to discuss the government’s vision for the new Government Digital Service (GDS)—essentially, the digital backbone of the government. They dove into the potential impact of digitalizing public services. Prime Minister Keir Starmer highlighted a chance for the government to save up to £45 […]
iXsystems, a maker of NAS devices and a player in the SME space, might fly under the radar here in Europe, but they’re eager to change that. Brett Davis, the director of iXsystems, shared at a recent IT Press Tour in Silicon Valley that interest in their systems is growing quickly across the Atlantic. “Europe […]
APIs: A Vital Asset Under Threat APIs—application programming interfaces—are essential for today’s digital landscape. They enable different applications and services to talk to each other and share data, aiding industries from finance to healthcare. As our reliance on APIs grows, so do the risks associated with them. Recent data shows that 57% of organizations suffered […]
The Netherlands stands out in Europe for AI adoption, with 95% of organizations implementing AI programs. However, experts caution against getting swept up in overly optimistic forecasts. Anna Salomons, a labor economics professor at Utrecht and Tilburg Universities, points out that these predictions can be misleading. Many come from large employers who often lead in […]
Hyung Won Chung, an OpenAI researcher, just unveiled o1-pro, the latest heavyweight reasoning model. This new version is all about deep thinking and tackles prompts thoroughly. Starting today, developers at any of OpenAI’s paid tiers can access it through the OpenAI API. If you’re on a higher usage tier, you’ll benefit from increased request and […]
Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware is shaking things up in their product offerings and licensing structures. One of the most impacted areas is VMware’s vSAN, their storage virtualization technology. With these changes, some businesses will see increased costs for their storage setups. Others are rethinking their virtualization strategies, contemplating a switch away from VMware, which often […]
Quick Facts About Dashlane Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars Pricing: Starts at $4.99 monthly Key Features: Strong encryption for password vault Zero recorded data breaches User-friendly interface Dashlane has gained popularity as a top password manager. It offers robust zero-knowledge encryption for your password vault and a user-friendly interface loaded with practical features. Although […]
Buckinghamshire Council is bringing ultrafast broadband to rural areas by teaming up with CGI and using satellite technology. Instead of the traditional fiber rollout, which can be expensive in hard-to-reach spots, they’re turning to low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. This approach will also provide free public Wi-Fi in village halls. Martin Tett, the council leader, […]
Apple has rolled out iOS 18.3.2, an important update that tackles a vulnerability in WebKit, the engine Safari uses for browsing. This flaw could let harmful code break out of its secure environment, potentially affecting other parts of the device. Apple initially addressed this issue, labeled CVE-2025-24201, in iOS 17.2, released late last year. The […]
At the third global artificial intelligence (AI) summit in Paris, governments and companies made bold promises about creating AI that serves the public good. Yet, experts are raising alarms over the underlying tensions. Many attendees expressed concerns that while there’s a push for AI to be an open and public asset, it’s still largely controlled […]
US lawmakers are pushing back against the UK’s Home Office, accusing it of silencing US companies. They’re particularly concerned about secret UK orders that require companies to hand over user data without informing Congress. This unusual move has sparked a response from five bipartisan lawmakers, led by Senator Ron Wyden, who have written to the […]
Speedify VPN Overview Rating: 3.1 out of 5 Pricing: Starts at $7.49/month Key Features: Free version available Combines multiple internet connections Servers in over 55 locations Speedify VPN prioritizes speed, offering a bonding feature that merges various internet connections to enhance performance. You can even share cellular data with fellow Speedify users, which is a […]
Datacentre developers need to focus more on the benefits local communities can gain from having a server farm nearby, according to a report from engineering firm Hoare Lea. This report, titled «DC Society: Putting Community into Datacentre Thinking,» argues that developments often occur without input or involvement from the communities around them. The report highlights […]
The U.S. Secret Service just took down Garantex, a Russian cryptocurrency exchange linked to massive money laundering operations. This is a big move in the global effort to tackle cybercrime. In collaboration with law enforcement from countries like Germany, Finland, and Estonia, the Secret Service made sure Garantex’s websites, including Garantex.org and Garantex.io, are offline […]
Events in the U.S. are hard to ignore. President Trump’s administration is pushing back against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), especially in government. From a legal standpoint, there’s fear of lawsuits if someone feels they’ve been overlooked because of DEI initiatives. There are also financial concerns; funding DEI programs can be seen as optional. But […]