UK Government stories - Page 1

BT nets a £70m IT services contract aimed at bolstering technology infrastructure and enhancing connectivity for Devon and Cornwall and Dorset Police, strengthening South West England's police forces.

A rise in data breaches and lost devices across key UK government departments potentially impacting thousands, highlights urgent need for enhanced data protection.

Smart devices, including phones and TVs, must now meet government-mandated cybersecurity standards in the United Kingdom.

In a move towards regulating AI, the UK government is expected to focus on bias and safety within emerging tech after prolonged deliberations. Details of the legislation remain undisclosed.

Survey reveals 80% of UK public sector leaders plan to accelerate digital adoption, viewing it as a priority over the next five years to boost employee engagement and citizen interaction.

The Office for National Statistics selects Virgin Media O2 Business to supply anonymised mobility data, aiding government decision-making for national policies via the Integrated Data Service platform.

Tech Secretary Michelle Donelan announces a £1.5m government campaign to stimulate investment in UK science and technology startups.

UK government's wait and see approach to AI regulation sparks criticism among lawmakers over lack of urgency despite AI's existential threat warnings.

The UK government earmarks £100m for more agile AI regulation to bolster the country's tech sphere, enhancing understanding and leveraging of AI's potential.

Fintech leaders urge UK regulators to impose stricter AI laws to foster confidence and responsible usage in financial services.

The UK Government launches its first AI Opportunity Forum, a pioneering initiative to speed up AI adoption in the private sector, promising to fuel innovation and productivity.

Data Privacy Day: Zoho stresses the vital need for businesses to educate themselves, increase transparency and bolster data privacy practices as AI use intensifies.

Artificial intelligence will heighten global ransomware threats, flowing from a surge in cyber attacks, according the UK's National Cyber Security Centre.

Over half of UK businesses fear unintended 'greenwashing' due to unclear carbon footprint reporting, as gov't considers stricter emissions disclosure rules.

UK's critical infrastructure faces 'catastrophic ransomware attack' due to inadequate preparation, warns parliamentary committee.

UK Government announces over £530m investment to enhance rural broadband, targeting connectivity for 330,000+ businesses and homes.

Vast Data secures triple-digit million-dollar funding, boosting its valuation and potential to shake up the AI data stack industry.

Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) offers a solution to the growing problem of counterfeit goods on ecommerce platforms.

UK government commits £17m to foster diversity in AI with 2,000 data science scholarships aimed at underrepresented groups.

Yohan Lobo, Industry Solutions Manager at M-Files, discusses how British businesses can shape responsible AI growth in the UK.

The UK Government unveils a £200m digital skills package aimed at enhancing local economies and fostering the rise of 'digital nomads'.

NHS staff are urging swift digital innovations to curb increasing wait times, cut costs, and enhance patient outcomes, a BT study shows.

UK triples £300m investment in AI supercomputing, boosting research capabilities in safety, drug discovery, and clean energy.

UK's product safety regime may reform to reduce unsafe purchases from online retailers, boosting safety rates.