It’s November, which can only mean one thing when it comes to buying new tech: Black Friday. The biggest sales event of the year is almost upon us, and takes place on 24 November this year. It’ll be quickly followed by Cyber Monday on 27 November. But plenty of sales have already begun, and it’s … Leer más
Despite revenues remaining flat compared with the same period a year ago, leading UK telco BT has revealed financial results for the first half of its current fiscal year, showing profits up considerably and acceleration in its build-out of fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) across the UK. For the half-year ended 30 September 2023, BT reported revenue of … Leer más
KnowBe4, a security awareness training platform, has released a new report detailing UK workers’ attitudes and behaviours towards security. The Tapped out report (“tapped” being an acronym for tired, angry, pissed, pressed, emotional and distracted) looks into 6,000 workers’ habits: specifically, 2,007 full-time working from a remote location, 2,006 full-time working in a hybrid fashion, … Leer más
A group of 309 cyber security experts, researchers and scientists hailing from 31 countries around the world has called on the European Union (EU) to rethink proposals to reform the electronic identification, authentication and trust services (eIDAS) Regulations, saying that “as proposed in its current form, this legislation will not result in adequate technological safeguards … Leer más
IT services provider CGI has announced that it is running live trials to demonstrate how Britain’s rail network can access uninterrupted real-time communications systems that could improve passenger experience, enhance safety and increase automation. Outlining the reasons for creating the project, CGI noted that due to the impact of terrain and terrestrial network congestion, many … Leer más
If you’re buying a new phone, it often makes sense to get it on contract. This splits the total cost of the handset into smaller monthly payments, and provides you with calls, texts and data to use. But this can get very expensive, especially if you opt for a flagship smartphone. If it all possible, … Leer más
The government has announced it will be providing £118m in funding to improve artificial intelligence (AI) skills in the UK. The plan outlined by the government for increasing the UK’s AI skills includes investing in Centres for Doctoral Training for the development of AI applications, a grant scheme to help up-and-coming AI talent come to … Leer más
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Excellent performance, indoors and out Radar-based motion detection Available in battery, solar, and plug-in configurations Fantastic night vision, with the option of colour Cons You can have Bird’s Eye View or Pre-Roll, but not both Not fully compatible with Google Home or Apple HomeKit 1080p resolution Our Verdict This … Leer más
Looking to simplify user-friendly global cellular connectivity, streamline industrial internet of things (IIoT) product development and accelerate prototyping while ensuring uninterrupted connectivity, IIoT services provider Blues has forged a technology partnership with industrial-focused connectivity and hardware manufacturer RAKwireless. Explaining the reasons for their collaboration, the companies said IIoT products were often stalled by complex physical … Leer más
All governments participating in the UK’s AI Safety Summit have issued a joint communique on the risks and opportunities of the technology, affirming the need for an inclusive, human-centric approach to ensure its trustworthiness and safety. Signed by all 28 governments in attendance, as well as the European Union (EU), the Bletchley Declaration outlines their … Leer más
