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Senators grill executives of Facebook and Twitter, then take to Facebook and Twitter to crow about it. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Senators Take to Facebook to Criticize Facebook's Russian Ads

Senators grill executives of Facebook and Twitter, then take to Facebook and Twitter to crow about it. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Facebook, Google, Twitter Executives Face Tough Questions on Russian Ads

In first of three congressional hearings, senators attack tech companies for letting Russians target Americans online before 2106 election. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Storage roundtable: The impact of DevOps and cloud

MicroScope gathered together a group of storage industry representatives to discuss how DevOps and cloud will affect the channel Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

TomTom navigates move onto global HR platform

TomTom went live with HR platform in all 37 countries, serving 5,000 staff, in March 2017 Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

House of Fraser rolls out next-generation BI powered by MicroStrategy

New visualisation tools provide self-service to help retailer make business decisions more quickly Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

NHS to get open source API lab

NHS Digital plans on launching an API lab before the end of the year, with the goal accelerating development of interoperability in health and social care Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Deloitte sponsorship helps progress of Bletchley cyber school

Sponsorship will provide hundreds of places on online Qufaro CyberEPQ course Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Shell makes $200m saving with virtual learning environment

Royal Dutch Shell has saved hundreds of millions by replacing field trips with interactive training that allows employees to interact with geological formations from their computer screen Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How SME comms firm Zen became a global network business

Zen Systems, a family-run SME communications reseller based in Suffolk, is able to target multinational enterprise customers by working with enterprise network platform provider Interoute Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Image recognition system clears cheques in one day

All cheques paid in the UK will be cleared on the next working day once an image-based clearing system is fully rolled out Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Cyber security professionals urged to embrace AI and automation

IBM security intelligence head says professionals should embrace artificial intelligence and automation to ensure they do not become obsolete Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Researchers uncover strong trade in code-signing certificates

Illicit certificates are more expensive than counterfeit US passports, stolen credit cards and handguns on the dark web Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Mobile software is replacing bank branches and cash as youngsters prefer apps

The need for bank branches and cash is reducing as younger generations turn to apps to manage finances and make payments Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

What Congress Should Ask Tech Executives About Russia

Executives from Facebook, Google, and Twitter will testify to three congressional committees about Russia and the 2016 election. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

What's Next for Sprint and T-Mobile After Collapsed Merger Talks?

Reported collapse of merger talks between Sprint and T-Mobile leaves both companies with uncertain futures. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Facebook’s Last-Minute Effort To Keep Congress At Bay

Facebook agreed to create searchable database of political ads and disclose targeting criteria after criticism of earlier proposals. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Russian organisations harness artificial intelligence

Russian organisations in multiple sectors are applying artificial intelligence to a wide range of tasks Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

UK must speed up and skill up to co-drive fourth industrial revolution

UK manufacturing is falling behind the pack leaders in the revolution to apply digital technologies to industry, says a government-sponsored report led by Siemens’ UK CEO Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Messaging apps a growing business security risk, study shows

Businesses should introduce urgent policy changes to catch up with the reality of employees’ use of messaging apps, which is a growing security risk, say security researchers Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

AT&T Joins the Open-Source Artificial-Intelligence Arms Race

AT&T introduces tool to make it easier for non-experts to apply artificial intelligence to real-world problems. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

EU may struggle to prove cyber attack links, warns expert

EU governments are reportedly planning to respond to cyber attacks as an act of war, but a cyber security expert says links to nation states may be hard to prove Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Gigaclear ramps up broadband network build in Oxfordshire

More than 10,000 properties in rural Oxfordshire will get access to 1Gbps FTTP broadband by the end of 2019 Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Security Think Tank: Starter for 10 in the web security challenge

What are the main web security challenges for organisations and how are they best addressed? Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Financial services CIOs above average for digital focus

IT leaders in the financial services sector realise they must undergo digital transformation as existing business models become outdated Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Court dates set for Post Office accounting system trials

An end is in sight for sub-postmasters’ campaign against alleged wrongful prosecution, which they blame on a faulty computer system Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Heathrow to probe leak of security files

Heathrow is investigating how and why files containing security information were stored without any protection on a USB stick found by a member of the public Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

The Solution to Too Much Facebook Isn’t More Facebook

Why "Mark Zuckerberg, Global News Editor" Could Be A Bad Idea Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Technology Infrastructure Can Help Even the Poorest Nations Prosper

October 28, 2017

Opinion: Bjorn Lomborg argues that countries should deploy technology to reduce poverty. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Solve These Tough Data Problems and Watch Job Offers Roll In

October 28, 2017

Google-owned Kaggle hosts competitions for tough data-analysis problems. Highly ranked solvers are flooded with job offers. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Diversify security controls to maximise protection, says McAfee

Organisations should ensure that in layering various security controls, the degree of alignment is not too great, warns McAfee CTO Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Nordea lays off 6,000, citing digital transformation as the driver

Nordea is cutting staff as a result of its ongoing digital transformation, which means it needs less people Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

AWS continues to power Amazon profits

The latest Q3 results from Amazon have shown that AWS continues to play a key role in revenue for the company Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

FCC Wants to Ease Rules to Benefit Broadcast Giant Sinclair

FCC proposes relaxing rules limiting media ownership, which would help Sinclair's proposed $3.9 billion purchase of Tribune Media. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Carglass France feels benefit of employee knowledge sharing

Automobile glass repair company Carglass France is using knowledge-sharing technology to distribute expertise among 3,000 employees Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Almost 70% of teachers think they do not have the skills to teach coding

Many teachers feel ill-equipped to deliver the UK’s computing curriculum, survey reveals Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Rewrite the rules to win cyber arms race, says McAfee

Enterprises need to change their approach if they are to beat cyber criminals, according McAfee’s enterprise products head Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Consumer identity management will benefit business

Businesses should embrace consumer identity management to improve marketing capabilities and help drive regulatory compliance, says KuppingerCole Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Microsoft propels Dynamics and Azure growth in Q1 2018 earnings

The company reports revenue increase in cloud, Azure and Dynamics, with LinkedIn integration starting to show why Microsoft paid $23bn for the professional network Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

London councils tackle housing fraud with data science

London's local authorities have a fraud problem with Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and are using data science to combat it, with help from Nesta, The Greater London Authority and ASI Data Science Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

First female Capgemini UK apprentices graduate

The Capgemini UK apprentice scheme gets its first three female graduates Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Alphabet Q3 2017: Google hints at cloud services for retailers

Google is partnering to grow its Google Cloud Platform (GCP), with online retail appearing to be an attractive opportunity for its CEO Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Supreme Court's Cell Phone Tracking Case Could Hurt Privacy

Opinion: A case before the US Supreme Court this term could have profound implications for government search warrants. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Twitter Bars Ads From Russian Outlets Ahead of Congressional Hearings

Twitter will bar ads from Russia Today and Sputnik, ahead of congressional hearings into Russian meddling in the 2016 election. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Airbus saves millions after building a digital learning library

Airbus has created a digital learning library that is helping more than 100,000 staff in 35 countries keep their skills updated Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

What Did Cambridge Analytica Really Do for Trump's Campaign?

News that Cambridge Analytica CEO sought Wikileaks help on Clinton emails amplifies questions about firm's role in Trump campaign. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

EU to collect biometrics of all visitors - which could include UK citizens post-Brexit

European Parliament approves entry/exit system which will cover all non-EU visitors to the European Union Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How UCAS uses Splunk to protect students’ sensitive data

Universities and Colleges Admissions Service’s enterprise security architect describes how the organisation uses Splunk to keep user data secure, and how it copes with its yearly spike in traffic Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Over 80% of UK retail banks value AI as part of digital transformation

The vast majority of retail bank professionals in the UK realise the importance of AI as a tool in their digital transformation efforts Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Meet the High Schooler Shaking Up Artificial Intelligence

One author of a new paper on artificial intelligence is a 17-year-old high school senior. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Most businesses misguided on responsibility for cloud data protection

Survey shows more than 80% of organisations have the mistaken belief that their cloud service provider is accountable for data protection Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Health and Social Care Network connects first customer

Digital dictation and clinical records management systems firm Crescendo Systems has become the first customer to officially connect to NHS Digital’s Health and Social Care Network Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

BT to cut charges for landline-only customers after Ofcom review

BT is to cut charges for up to a million residential customers who only buy a landline telephone service Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Kaspersky ban: The risks to global software

While Kaspersky defends allegations of collusion with Russian spooks, what are the wider implications to software globalisation? Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Datrium gets Flash End-to-End in its server/shared hybrid DVX NVMe

Taking aim at hyper-converged, Datrium DVX adds flash as bulk storage, while NVMe at the server handles hot data with the scale needed by enterprise customers in mind Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Kaspersky Lab explains how NSA data was uploaded

Malware detection triggered an upload of data from a National Security Agency contractor’s home computer, Kaspersky Lab says an internal investigation has revealed Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

IOActive warns of security flaws in maritime communication system

Researcher discovers critical security flaws in an Inmarsat maritime communication system, highlighting the cyber risks facing the shipping industry Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Digital twins: Revolutionising product businesses

Among the technological drivers in industrial firms are IoT platforms that implement the concept of a digital twin. We explore the benefits Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Spark Summit 17: Databricks launches Delta as purified data lake

At Spark Summit Europe 2017 in Dublin, organising supplier and Spark inventor and distributor Databricks announced the Delta system, which will combine data lakes and data warehouses Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Google ties up with Cisco on hybrid containers for business

Google is making a big push with hybrid cloud, but the full architecture will not be available until the second half of 2018 Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Embrace risk-based security, McAfee urges business

Modern cyber threats require a risk-based approach, according to McAfee’s chief technical strategist Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Billboard Touts New York As Refuge From Silicon Valley Tech Culture

A billboard in the heart of Silicon Valley declaims the evils of the region and touts the virtues of New York. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

A history of hacking and hackers

A security professional’s view on criminal hacking has shifted away from the traditional stereotype of the hacker, towards a much more diverse cross-section of wider society Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Microsoft previews pay-for-use Kubernetes on Azure

Microsoft regards containerisation as the next phase in enterprise architectures, and is now offering Kubernetes on Azure Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Less than half of adults have skills to complete basic digital tasks

Just over 40% of adults have the skills to complete a number of common digital tasks, with older generations struggling more than younger people Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

BlackBerry launches cyber security services

BlackBerry has launched cyber security services to safeguard people, privacy and assets, with vehicle security and GDPR compliance leading the new offering Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

UK website privacy notices inadequate, says ICO

Privacy notices are too vague and generally inadequate, a global investigation finds, with UK websites in several sectors found wanting by an Information Commissioner’s Office review Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Containers will oust VMs and storage arrays, says Red Hat

Red Hat launches storage delivered via containers and predicts a future in which costly and inflexible storage hardware and pricey hypervisors will be a thing of the past Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Bad Rabbit malware raises fears of third global ransomware attack

A ransomware attack that has commonalities with WannaCry NotPeya is reportedly hitting organisations in Russia, Ukraine, Turkey, Bulgaria and Germany Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Hyper-converged infrastructure and disaster recovery

Hyper-converged infrastructure products merge server, storage and hypervisor in scale-out nodes, so how can functionality in HCI products help deliver disaster recovery? Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Facebook's Aggressive Moves on Startups Threaten Innovation

Facebook's pattern of acquiring or copying hot startups threatens innovation in social media. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Gitex 2017: How can blockchain make you a happier person?

An initiative underway at Avaya hopes to use blockchain networks to help make the citizens of Dubai happy Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

UK’s FCA to probe Equifax breach of Britons’ data

The UK’s financial regulatory body has announced it is to probe the Equifax data breach believed to have affected hundreds of thousands of Britons Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Cisco aims to upskill 250,000 people by 2020

Tech giant announces several initiatives to help people in the UK to develop digital skills Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

McAfee aims to out-innovate adversaries

Security firm intends to break the cycle of playing cat and mouse with cyber attackers, according to its technology head Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Scottish Water extends ServiceNow following HR success

Having pioneered optimising the joiners and leavers process, the IT service management team at Scottish Water can now show other areas of the business the benefits of ServiceNow Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

In Bid to Head Off Regulation, Twitter Plans New Ad Disclosures

As lawmakers discuss new rules for political ads, Twitter says it will reveal who's paying for ads and who's being targeted. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Appliance maker Bosch to run voice and communications in the cloud

German industrial giant will spend $60m on Avaya’s private cloud communications service over the next five years Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Demand for IT contractors increases amid business uncertainty

IT contractors in the UK are in increasing demand and are getting longer contracts, as uncertainty around Brexit and a skills shortage open up more possibilities for non-permanent hires Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Almost 70% of customers willing to use fingerprint biometrics to shop

Consumers are becoming more comfortable using biometrics to pay when shopping, with fingerprint payments proving the most popular biometric identification method Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

University of Manchester launches city fitness application

University’s health research centre is using gamification to get people active as part of the Manchester CityVerve smart city demonstrator Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Nordic finance watchdogs losing patience over anti-money laundering systems at banks

The financial services watchdogs have informed banks that they have to do more to improve anti-money laundering systems Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Apple Pay launches in Nordic region with Nordea, Jyske Bank and St1 partnerships

Nordic banks take on Apple Pay to give the mobile payments service a regional boost Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

IT department keeps Volvo Ocean Race sailors on even keel around the world

As seven yachts compete in the latest Volvo Ocean Race, the IT team supporting the event is engaged in a race of its own Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Nearly 200 arrested for airline ticketing fraud

Police have arrested nearly 200 people for airline ticketing fraud in an international operation involving public and private sector organisations Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Adtran and CCS collaborate on millimetre wave for 5G

At Broadband World Forum in Berlin, network specialists Adtran and Cambridge Communications announce a technology collaboration to help rapidly and cheaply deploy dense 5G networks Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How Federal Law Protects Online Sex Traffickers

Opinion: The Communications Decency Act shields sex-trafficking websites. It's time for Congress to intervene. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How Sand Hill Road Became the Main Street of Venture Capital

Venture capitalists reflect on how Sand Hill Road near Stanford University became the Main Street of their industry. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How Sand Hill Road Became the Main Street of Venture Capital

Venture capitalists reflect on how Sand Hill Road near Stanford University became the Main Street of their industry. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

In Camden, Bridging the Skills Gap Means More than Tech Training

Hopeworks couples tech training with trauma-informed counseling to help transition Camden residents into the tech workforce. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Birmingham SMEs to get help from London Digital Security Centre

SMEs in Birmingham are to get the opportunity to learn how to protect themselves from cyber attacks at a free event on 25 October 2017 Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

US warns of cyber attacks on critical infrastructure

The US government has issued a warning about ongoing cyber attacks targeting critical national infrastructure, saying some networks and at least one power generator have been compromised Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Kaspersky Lab announces global transparency initiative

Faced with a US government ban and media reports alleging co-operation with Russian spies, Kaspersky Lab has announced a global transparency initiative Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Is it time to stop blaming organisations for being breached?

The IT security industry needs to look at itself and its practices before blaming organisations that have been hit by cyber attacks Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Microsoft to offer Cray supercomputing on Azure

Both Microsoft and Amazon are building up their HPC capabilities. The partnership with Cray could help to bolster Azure’s footprint Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Understand cyber security, don’t fear it, says NCSC head

The head of the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has urged organisations to ensure they understand cyber risks, as a survey reveals mid-sized firms have inadequate cyber protection Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How Big Tech Became a Bipartisan Whipping Boy

From the right and the left, concerns mount about the power of Google, Facebook and other big tech companies. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How going cloud native can increase app agility

We look at how cloud-native applications can deliver far more dynamic support to meet an organisation’s needs Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

The Army of Silicon Valley Activists Trying to Elect Democrats

October 22, 2017

Across the tech landscape, grassroots groups want to help the left reclaim state and local political offices. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Captains of Finance Dismiss Bitcoin at Their Peril

October 21, 2017

The technological revolution has been slow to arrive in finance, but it is surely coming. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Two-thirds of businesses do not have skills to adopt AI

Despite the growth of artificial intelligence (AI), only a third of businesses say they have the necessary skills to adopt the technology Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Transport Research Lab to run £13m autonomous vehicle trials in London

A consortium led by the Transport Research Lab has been awarded government funding to run connected and autonomous vehicle tests in the capital Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

The Fervor Around Blockchains Explained in Two Minutes

Investors, banks, and governments are all experimenting with blockchain technology inspired by Bitcoin. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Mobile networks accused of overcharging loyal customers

EE, Three and Vodafone are continuing to charge customers for their smartphones after the devices have been paid off, according to a new report Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Operators urged to find compelling B2B use cases for 5G

5G has the capability to bring froward a number of use cases for the business-to-business sector, says Innovate UK Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Cooperation vital to securing internet of things, says Europol

Europol and EU cyber security agency Enisa have hosted a two-day conference to find ways of addressing the cyber security risks posed by internet-connected devices Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Ransomware decryption framework now available

McAfee has released a decryption framework to boost the production of decryption tools to help victims of ranswomware attacks Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

More than 40% of marketers feel their business is not ready for GDPR, report finds

With GDPR coming into force next year, research has found that more than 40% of marketers feel their organisation is not ready for the upcoming changes Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Verizon's Longshot Bet to Disrupt Google and Facebook

Verizon says Oath, its unit combining AOL and Yahoo, reaped $2 billion in quarterly revenue. That's a long way from Google and Facebook. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Wikipedia's Fate Shows How the Web Endangers Knowledge

Social networks train us to focus on images and emotions, sapping the quest for knowledge. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Government cuts cost of network infrastructure roll-out

Parts of the Electronic Communications Code have been updated to help communications providers deploy new infrastructure more quickly Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

A tenth of datacentre managers shun use of DCIM tools, survey finds

The findings of a new report by Siemens and Intel suggests datacentre managers are taking a reactive approach to keeping on monitoring and managing the health of their infrastructure Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Safeguards permit GCHQ to share huge databases on public, court hears

Intelligence commissioners did not need technical expertise or support staff to check whether GCHQ and MI5 were lawfully sharing huge databases, court told Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

IT security hindering productivity and innovation, survey shows

IT security is hindering productivity and innovation across enterprises, research has revealed Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

SAP Q3 2017 results show steady growth in cloud revenue to €937m

SAP’s third quarter 2017 results show steady growth in cloud revenue, S/4 Hana adoption, and some uptake for its “digital transformation” spearhead SAP Leonardo Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Congress's New Bill Can't Eliminate Russian Influence Online

The Honest Ads Act increases transparency in online political ads. That's important. But it won't stop bad actors from exploiting open platforms. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Norway’s Trondheim embraces the cloud with Google G Suite

Municipality is reaping the benefits of moving productivity software to the cloud Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Infoblox partners with McAfee to combine web and DNS security

Infoblox is to collaborate with McAfee to combine web and DNS security to deliver unified protection Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Endpoint, cloud, people key to future cyber security, says McAfee

Endpoint devices, the cloud and people will be the security control points of the future, according to the chief of security firm McAfee Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Millions being lost due to downtime in industrial systems

Industrial companies are losing $260,000 per hour due to unplanned downtime, but predicting failure using digital twins can help overcome the problem Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Businesses must change culture to be successful with analytics

Research has shown that business must go through a culture change from the very top if they are to be successful with data analytics Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Post Office computer system legal case reaches important procedural juncture

Sub-postmasters group action against the Post Office reaches an important milestone Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Lack of transparency obscures public cloud costs

IT administrators admit they are not making the most of their cloud storage and computing resources. Costs can escalate quickly if virtual machines are not managed properly Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Southend-on-Sea to become a smart city

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council will use Cisco’s Kinetic for Cities platform to improve service delivery, development and citizen engagement through digitisation as it transitions to a smart city model Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

FCC Shouldn't Give Up on Reforming Inmate Phone Services

Opinion: Phone calls from prison cost far too much. The FCC should intervene to help this broken market. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Tony Fadell, Co-inventor of the iPod, Gets Back at Silicon Valley—From Paris

Tony Fadell co-created the iPod and Nest, then lost control of them. His latest project could be his most ambitious yet. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Ulster bank first to use full-scale Salesforce Einstein CRM

Ulster Bank has completed its roll-out of Salesforce Einstein CRM to arm its staff with insights and recommend actions Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Openreach to open ‘grey’ fibre to broadband providers

Openreach is proposing to add a new feature to its optical spectrum access product to give broadband communication services providers more control over their networks Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

British Medical Journal CDO on using Amazon and Alibaba for its multi-cloud strategy

A year on from embracing DevOps and private cloud to help speed up its software development lifecycle, British Medical Journal CDO Sharon Cooper shares an update on how its multi-cloud move is going Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

EU-US Privacy Shield data pact is working but needs improvement, says EC

European Commission’s first annual review of transatlantic data transfer deal highlights strengths and weakness of agreement Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

McAfee forges ahead with analytics, deep learning and AI

McAfee is forging ahead with its innovation efforts in advanced analytics, deep learning and artificial intelligence Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Focus needs to shift to breach impact, says McAfee researcher

Breach investigations commonly focus on the attackers and their motives, but a security researcher believes there needs to be more emphasis on business impact Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Government opens dynamic purchasing system procurement for HSCN

The RM3825 Health and Social Care Network Access Services dynamic purchasing system procurement has been opened to supplier bids Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

AI Experts Want to End 'Black Box' Algorithms in Government

Researchers at AI Now say algorithms increasingly used by government can be opaque and discriminatory. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

This More Powerful Version of AlphaGo Learns On Its Own

DeepMind unveils a new, more powerful version of AlphaGo that learns without studying human play. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Google debuts additional identity protection services

Google has rolled out new identity protection features across its account base, including advanced protection for at-risk users Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How Eurosport is using real-time data to create a second-screen experience

Broadcaster Eurosport talks about some of the digital technology advances improving the viewing experience for cycling enthusiasts Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

UK businesses losing half a million pounds per cancelled digital project

UK businesses are losing almost £500,000 pounds for every cancelled digital project, with a lack of the right skills a major contributing factor Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Open data, democracy and public service reform

Discussion around reforming public services is as important as better information sharing rules if government is to make the most of public data Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Cloud pricing: Are per-second billing models really needed?

Clive Longbottom looks at the growing complexity of cloud pricing models, and weighs up the value of per-second billing Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Cloud service spending almost matches traditional IT outsourcing

Traditional outsourcing spending has plummeted in the latest three-month period, but spending on cloud-based IT services is going some way to filling the void Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Commvault joins the hyper-converged backup wave with Hyperscale

Hyperscale Software and Hyperscale Appliance bring Commvault backup software in a reference architecture/software product or as a pre-configured server/storage box Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

RSA’s Middle East cyber security conference gains its own identity

RSA Abu Dhabi conference focuses on region’s cyber security needs as digital technology deployments expand Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Here Are Twitter's Latest Rules for Fighting Hate and Abuse

Memo outlines steps Twitter plans to control hate and abuse on the service, including expanded definitions of nudity and more enforcement. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

FCC Chair Finally Says Agency Won't Censor Trump's Enemies

Six days after President Trump suggested revoking broadcast licenses, FCC Chair Ajit Pai says agency won't act based on content. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Apple Irish datacentre objectors to seek fresh High Court appeal against project

The remaining objectors to Apple’s plans to build a datacentre in Athenry, Ireland, are preparing to launch another appeal against the project, which has now been delayed by more than two and a half years Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

UK intelligence agencies ‘unlawfully’ sharing sensitive personal data, court hears

Intelligence agencies are “unlawfully” sharing huge datasets containing sensitive information about the population with industry, government departments and overseas intelligence services, a court will hear this week Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How to protect your Wi-Fi network from a Krack attack

The discovery of a vulnerability affecting the WPA2 Wi-Fi security standard has people in a spin. But how serious is it really, and what basic steps can you take to keep your network safe from a Krack attack? Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

AI adoption still nascent, says SAS survey

At its 2017 conference in Amsterdam, analytics software supplier discloses research into enterprise readiness for artificial intelligence, and identifies blockages Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Only 17% of European workers say they know how to use data at work

Study shows less than 20% of employees in Europe are confident in their ability to read and analyse data properly in the workplace Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Qualcomm successfully achieves first 5G data connection

Mobile chipset supplier Qualcomm claims it has achieved a 5G data connection on a 5G modem chipset for mobile devices Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Gartner survey shows PC boost as businesses upgrade to Windows 10

Businesses are finally shifting from Windows 7 to Windows 10, which is driving a major desktop PC refresh Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

CIO interview: Peder Sjölander, Swedish Pensions Agency

The CIO of the Swedish Pensions Agency tells Computer Weekly about the organisation's DevOps journey Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Colliers dumps Flexpods for Nutanix and Cohesity hyper-converged

Property firm Colliers replaces NetApp converged stacks with hyper-converged infrastructure. Secondary storage and backup from Cohesity replaces tape and supports Nutanix performance tier Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Is artificial intelligence hype sowing damaging confusion?

IT vendors have leapt on the artificial intelligence/machine learning bandwagon, spreading a level of confusion that threatens potential technology benefits with AI washing Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Americans Love Automation, Until It Comes for Their Jobs

New polls find most Americans believe automation destroys more jobs than it creates; one-third believe they're at risk of losing jobs. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Wikipedia's Fate Shows How the Web Endangers Knowledge

Social networks train us to focus on images and emotions, sapping the quest for knowledge. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Puppet on why people, process and technology are mission critical to DevOps success

At the PuppetConf user and partner summit in San Francisco, Puppet and its customers shared insights on how best to address the people, process and technology sides of the DevOps success equation Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How technology is transforming healthcare delivery in Gulf region

IT will transform the healthcare sector in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries over the coming years Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Encryption flaw leaves every Wi-Fi network in the world wide open

A Belgian researcher has uncovered a major weakness in the WPA2 Wi-Fi security protocol that is thought to leave every Wi-Fi network in the world open to attack Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Law firm speeds search and saves TB with Mimecast email archive

Cloud email archiving turbo-charges search, while email security is locked down and terabytes of storage use on-premise avoided with email stub on local servers Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

More than half of businesses fell victim to DDoS attacks in the past year, survey shows

CDNeworks research shows 54% of businesses were hit by distributed denial of service attacks in the last year, and many feel they are underinvesting in cyber defences Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

The Met Office automates functional testing of weather warnings sites

The UK’s national weather service automates testing using eggPlant to ensure integrity of weather warnings system Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Pizza Hut data breach shows need for board control

The poor handling of the data breach by fast food chain Pizza Hut shows that company boards need to take control, a London-based law firm advises Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Employees will book time off using Alexa-style devices

Voice recognition and artificial intelligence will take the drudgery out of HR, but CIOs need to help their HR team develop a long-term strategy Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

ADMCC monitors Abu Dhabi with Cisco technology

Abu Dhabi's surveillance system is using technology from Cisco Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Government launches £25m trial fund to develop UK 5G industry

DCMS is drawing down £25m from the £740m National Productivity Investment Fund to fund a number of testbeds and trials of 5G mobile network technology in the UK Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

SMEs more vulnerable than ever to cyber attacks, survey shows

The biggest cyber threat to UK and US small businesses is employees’ weak passwords, as the frequency, intensity and cost of cyber attacks continue to rise, a study has revealed Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Why Investors Are Betting That Bike Sharing Is the Next Uber

'Dockless' bike-sharing companies are attracting investments from top-flight VC firms and private equity. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Colorado Schools Pay Students to Work With Local Tech Firms

Colorado's St. Vrain school district pays students to work with local technology firms. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Artificial intelligence industry should get strategic government boost

October 14, 2017

The UK’s artificial intelligence sector will squander a historic lead unless government, industry and academia come together to give it cohesive support, says a government-sponsored report Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Cyber security a business necessity

Cyber security is a business necessity, according to the T-Mobile security chief in Poland Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

JLab 2017 retail startups describe tackling retail’s biggest challenges

This year’s cohort of retail startups in the JLab accelerator describe the retail challenges their businesses face and how the 2017 JLab differs from the rest Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

WEF gets to grips with risks posed by transformative technologies

World Economic Forum is bringing technology, insurance and government sectors together to better understand the risks posed by technology failures Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

MEPs push for stronger data protection by EU institutions

All EU institutions, bodies and agencies should live up to strong data protection safeguards when processing personal data, says the European Parliament’s Civil Liberties Committee Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

London issues call to arms to cyber security community

Cyber security community called on to help educate capital’s small businesses about cyber crime and give them practical advice Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Executive interview: David Mahon, CSO, CenturyLink

David Mahon, chief security officer of CenturyLink, discusses why cyber security is actually the business strategy Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Don't use cost savings to secure senior management DevOps buy-in, CIOs advised

IT leaders may find themselves unlikely to succeed by promising senior management DevOps-induced cost savings, according to PuppetConf panel Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

How will the UK supercharge its digital economy?

The country needs to focus on the key issues it faces to make the most of the opportunities presented by the digital revolution Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Google's Learning Software Learns to Write Learning Software

Google’s researchers have taught machine-learning software to build machine-learning software, in a project dubbed AutoML. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

FCC Chair Ajit Pai's Silence on Trump Tweets Speaks Volumes

President Trump suggested challenging or revoking broadcasting licenses, and the chair of the FCC has been silent. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Google Offers 'Help' to Industries It Helps to Destroy

Google offers $1 billion for training, coaching for people displaced by digitizing economy that Google is creating. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

What Tech Backlash? Google, Facebook Still Rank High in Polls

Tech giants Google, Facebook and Amazon still viewed favorably by US public, despite concerns they're too big and powerful. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Why agile teams prefer to bring their own development tools to projects

Why restrict a developer’s creativity and productivity with corporate standards? We explore the benefits of open source tools freedom Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Government announces digital 'T-level' to encourage technical skills

A digital T-level has been announced among the first of the new technical qualifications the UK is introducing to tackle technical skills gaps Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Memo to Facebook: How to Tell If You’re a Media Company

Sheryl Sandberg insists, again, that Facebook is not a media company, despite ample evidence to the contrary. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Australian defence contractor hacked for fighter jet data

The hacking of an Australian defence sub-contractor has once again highlighted the importance of supply chain cyber security Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Finland bears brunt of latest Nokia job cuts

Nokia is cutting jobs and pulling back on developing further versions of its virtual reality camera Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

UK bank Standard Chartered opens IT service centre in Bangalore

Bank is expanding its operation in India, which provides business services to its operations globally Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Apple wins Irish court backing for €850m datacentre in Athenry

After more than two years of planning delays and appeals, the Irish court has quashed two legal challenges to Apple’s plan to build a datacentre in the west Ireland town of Athenry Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

IT industry more reliant on non-UK workers than economy as a whole

The UK IT sector is more reliant on workers from other countries than the average for other sectors. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Sharjah Department of eGovernment sets out aims at Gitex 2017

The emirate of Sharjah has set out its plans for digital transformation at the Gitex 2017 event in Dubai Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Syneto aims Hyperseries 2100 at hyper-converged for SMEs

European startup targets customers with two-node hyper-converged appliance, with built-in disaster recovery and capacity for up to 15 VMware virtual machines Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Dubai Police launches Fajwa to streamline staff recruitment

Dubai police are improving recruitment processes through new system announced at Gitex 2017 Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Samsung: NVMe benefits are available now, within limits

Customers can benefit and make big savings from deploying NVMe flash drives – but there are limits Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

US says its views must be heard in legal challenge to EU-US data sharing

The US government says it has ‘has issues' with a ruling by the Irish High Court which will test the legality of EU-US data transfers as Facebook considers an appeal to Supreme Court. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

House of Lords committee hosts clash between AI enthusiasts and sceptics

In the first session of its enquiry into artificial intelligence and the UK economy, a House of Lords select committee takes contrasting testimony from academic enthusiasts and press sceptics Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Nvidia unveils ‘world’s first’ AI computer chip for fully autonomous vehicles

Chip maker Nvidia announces an artificial intelligence system designed to support the greater computing workloads of future driverless cars Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

AI Sumo Wrestlers Could Make Future Robots More Nimble

Forcing AI agents to wrestle led them to learn skills like balancing—and deceiving opponents. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Dutch government agreement increasingly focuses on IT security

The coalition government in the Netherlands has agreed its plan for the next for years, with IT security prominent Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Tech investments key as European utility firms struggle

Utilities need to get their IT investments right if they are to regain and retain lost market share and boost revenue Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Will the review of Gov.uk Verify fix the UK's digital identity problems?

The rumoured review of the UK government’s identity assurance programme provides the ideal opportunity to fix problems and accelerate progress Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Automation ‘will put 28% of young workers’ jobs at risk’

Research suggests the next 15 years will see young workers’ jobs at risk from automation, putting pressure on the UK to ensure the future generation has appropriate skills Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Industrial control systems under attack, warns MIT researcher

Industrial control systems are under attack, and these attacks are likely to get worse, according to a security researcher and former NSA inspector general Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Cyber threats are among top dangers, says Nato

Nato’s adviser on emerging security challenges tells conference of growing challenge posed by security threats Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Government proposes changes to make Britain safer online

The UK government has unveiled plans for an internet safety strategy to protect the British public from ‘worrying or nasty’ content online Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Author Franklin Foer on Controlling the Power of Big Tech

Franklin Foer, author of a new book about big tech companies, talks about the power of those firms and how to curb it. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Should Facebook and Twitter Be Regulated Under the First Amendment?

Fake news. Russian prapoganda. Hyperpartisanship. As public discourse migrates to the web, the old rules of the First Amendment may need rewriting. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Abu Dhabi transport department uses drones to improve traffic flows

Data collected by live video stream from drones is analysed at control centre to help alleviate traffic jams and other issues Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Security Think Tank: If you are not measuring, are you really defending?

What are the main challenges that security analytics can be used to address? Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority gets smart to attract investment

Dubai's airport freezone is investing in the latest technologies to make the trading area more attractive to customers and investors Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

More than three-quarters of global email protected by Dmarc

Support for email authentication among the world’s internet service providers has surged in the past two years, a two-year study has revealed Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

GDPR’s impact on storage of personally identifiable data

Computer Weekly talks to Mathieu Gorge of Vigitrust about the practical impacts on data storage of the GDPR concepts of “personally identifiable data” and “the right to be forgotten” Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Consumers' personalised banking needs are not being met

Banks are failing to give customers the personal services they crave, leaving the door open to tech-savvy competitors Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Belgian telco Proximus picks Cloudify to support NFV roll-out

Belgium’s largest telecoms operator Proximus will deploy a cloud-native orchestration platform to support its adoption of NFV services in the business Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

GE opens up on how its move to the AWS public cloud is progressing

The multi-national conglomerate claims to have migrated more than 2,000 apps to the AWS cloud, as its digital transformation efforts continue apace Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Some IT contractors earning more than £700 a day

Research shows 40% of contractors reach the average annual IT salary within three months Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Sweden wins blockchain datacentre investment

Sweden attracts more datacentre investment with a blockchain company selecting the country for its next datacentre Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

World at a cyber security crossroad, warns expert

Governments need to agree on cyber security realities and priorities, and move towards more effective regulation, legislation and law enforcement to enable tech interoperability for business Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

In Puerto Rico After Hurricane Maria, No Power Means No Telecommunications

Without power, phones and internet won't work. And without phones and internet, Puerto Rico can't coordinate repairs. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Security Think Tank: Security analytics helps find needles in haystacks

What are the main challenges that security analytics can be used to address? Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Ethical software development: Ask Uber and Volkswagen

Following TfL's decision against Uber, we investigate the role of professionalism and ethics in software development Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Max Schrems’s mass surveillance complaint knocked back another year or two by Irish judge

Irish data protection commissioner Helen Dixon has neatly avoided having to deal with the US surveillance of Facebook users in Europe by referring a complaint by Austrian lawyer Max Schrems to the European Court of Justice Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

TSB reschedules final roll-out of new banking platform because of expected interest rate rise

Bank decides to delay the full customer roll-out of its new banking platform until early next year Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Dubai’s integrated government on Gitex catwalk

At this year’s Gitex, Dubai's smart city project is showing off its successes in integrating government services Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Italian cloud provider banks on Brexit to fill country’s largest datacentre campus

Campus will be powered by on-site renewable energy sources as Aruba sets sights on securing tenants displaced by the UK’s EU departure Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Making public cloud ERP work for your business

If you work with specialists, migrating ERP to the public cloud can bring big business benefits – but it’s not for everyone Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

UAE’s Mashreq launches digital-only bank

The UAE’s oldest bank has launched a digital-only offering, designed to appeal to the tech-savvy generation Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

NCSC to host cyber practitioner summit

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is to host a summit for cyber security practitioners in February 2018 Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Facebook Quietly Enters StarCraft War for AI Bots, and Loses

Facebook entered a StarCraft competition for software bots, revealing its ambition to compete with Google in artificial intelligence. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Security Think Tank: Be selective when it comes to security analytics

October 08, 2017

What are the main challenges that security analytics can be used to address? Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

When YouTube Removes Violent Videos, It Impedes Justice

October 07, 2017

Opinion: Violent footage uploaded from conflict zones can be crucial for prosecuting war criminals. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

If Ads Don't Work, Can Publishers Strike Subscription Gold?

October 07, 2017

A new crop of startups wants readers, rather than advertisers, to fund internet content. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Google Closer to Using Balloons for Telecom in Puerto Rico

Google wins FCC approval to deploy Project Loon balloons to restore telecom service on storm-battered island. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Ofcom adds new protections for consumer broadband buyers

ISPs will have to provide more detailed information on the range of broadband speeds customers are likely to receive during the buying process Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Actually, Do Read the Comments—They Can Be the Best Part

Opinion: It doesn't have to be trolls all the way down. But publishers have to treat the comments section with respect. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Brother moves core internal applications to Amazon cloud

Manufacturer Brother has moved its back-office and customer-facing systems to the Amazon cloud using public and hybrid models Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Security Think Tank: Security analytics can provide serious value

What are the main challenges that security analytics can be used to address? Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Fujitsu could see more industrial action after union members reject company proposal

IT supplier Fujitsu could face more industrial action as members of Unite at the company voted to reject an offer from the company to resolve a dispute Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Security Serious Unsung Heroes announced

Awards celebrate the people of the cyber security industry on the front lines of organisations battling cyber threats Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

UK at risk of AI skills crisis

The UK is at risk of being left behind when it comes to artificial intelligence advances, with the current shortage of AI skills likely to get a lot worse Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Executive interview: Karno Tenovuo, senior vice-president, ship intelligence, Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce is developing autonomous ships, and the company’s senior vice-president of ship intelligence discusses how shipping will change Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Security experts air concerns over hackers using AI and machine learning for phishing atttacks

Security experts share views on risk of artificial intelligence being re-purposed by hackers for phishing attacks Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Security Think Tank: Security analytics augments human capabilities

What are the main challenges that security analytics can be used to address? Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

HMRC accused of suppressing IR35 stakeholder views on public sector contractor walkouts

Stakeholders are accusing HMRC of trying to suppress their take on how the tax avoidance reforms are affecting contractors, following claims their views were omitted from the latest IR35 Forum minutes Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Much GDPR prep is a waste of time, warns PwC

Many organisations are not paying enough attention to technology in their preparations for the General Data Protection Regulation and risk compliance failure Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Apple’s Siri Falls Behind in the Virtual Assistant Race It Started

Google's Assistant and Amazon's Alexa offer more capabilities than Apple's Siri, their predecessor. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Russia's Facebook Ads Will Remain Secret, for Now

Neither lawmakers investigating election meddling nor social-media companies will release the controversial ads. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Computer Weekly announces the Most Influential Women in UK IT 2017

Computer Weekly has announced the list for Most Influential Women in UK IT 2017, including this year’s winner Sherry Coutu Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Role models best way to increase diversity, says Most Influential Woman in UK IT 2017 Sherry Coutu

The winner of Computer Weekly’s 2017 Most Influential Woman in UK IT award, Sherry Coutu, says role models are the best way of addressing the diversity imbalance in the technology industry Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

What is the future of Windows Server?

At its annual Ignite event, Microsoft presented a number of features that give an insight into its strategy Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Business needs help to act on cyber security advice

Organisations need help to act on all the information they receive about cyber security, the London Digital Security Centre has learned since its inception in 2015 Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

‘Formality’ puts Evry’s £278m outsourcing contract in Sweden at risk

Court of appeal overrules City of Stockholm’s decision to award IT deal to Norwegian firm Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Is the tide going out for transatlantic data flows?

Businesses face new uncertainty over their ability to share data with the US, as Europe’s highest court reassesses the legality of the EU’s model data-sharing contracts Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Global IT spending to hit $3.7tn next year, says Gartner

IT spending is taking on a different shape as organisations embark on, and accelerate, digital transformation projects Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Daisy and Redcentric named HSCN compliant as launch date nears

Managed service providers Daisy Group and Redcentric have both been named as HSCN-compliant suppliers as the network service launch date nears Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

In Building an Electric Car, Dyson Goes Its Own Way

Appliance maker Dyson plans to make an electric car by 2020, but will buy self-driving software from others. Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Security Think Tank: Security analytics may not be for everyone

What are the main challenges that security analytics can be used to address? Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Manufacturers face skills and internal collaboration hurdles to digital transformation

Skills shortage is biggest challenge to digital strategies of 40% of senior IT decision-makers in North America and Western Europe, survey shows Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Investigatory Powers Tribunal faces challenge in appeal court over mass hacking

Appeal court will decide whether UK citizens have the right to challenge controversial decisions made by Britain’s most secret court, the Investigatory Powers Tribunal Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

OpenStack vs hyper-converged: Open-source cloud in the datacentre

We look at how to deploy OpenStack on hyper-converged infrastructure and how HCI suppliers’ products can support deployment of the open-source cloud in the datacentre Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Cyber security industry key to solving skills gap

In the face of a growing shortage of cyber security skills around the world, the security industry itself needs to do more to attract people Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

TSB moves to Microsoft cloud applications

TSB bank is moving more of its productivity business software to the cloud, with Microsoft 365 products next in line Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Tech entrepreneur aims to take digital skills to refugees

Tech entrepreneur Emma Sinclair hopes to raise £150,000 to run an education programme for displaced young people in a Unicef programme that aims to develop skills that might otherwise be lost Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

Irish High Court asks European Court to rule on legality of EU-US data transfers

Latest round in Max Schrems’s legal battle with Facebook could have major implications for EU-US trade and the privacy of millions of European residents Posted from: this blog via Microsoft Flow .

GITEX 2017: Technology innovation empowers Middle East healthcare sector