AI & Machine Learning – Focus on tech-driven security and innovation
The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued a stark warning that artificial intelligence (AI) could greatly increase the nation’s vulnerability to cyber attacks targeting its critical infrastructure. With the rapid evolution of AI, the ability for malicious actors to exploit vulnerabilities is becoming quicker, as the time from discovery to weaponisation could shrink […]
On 3 April 2025, the latest Building Links event took place at our Manchester office, spotlighting the crucial role of AI and emerging technologies in the construction sector. Business leaders and academics shared insights into how AI is currently utilised, addressing challenges and misconceptions to ensure the UK construction industry doesn’t lag behind in technological […]
Digital security isn’t just about tech; it’s about keeping communities safe. Shubhangi Srivastava, the CTO at NEP Services, is on the front line, leveraging cloud integration and robust cybersecurity to strengthen nonprofits and public safety sectors. Her work doesn’t just modernise systems—it transforms how they operate, paving the way for a safer future. Source: Article […]
Summary This article explores the essential role of cost-efficient HR technology in enhancing productivity while keeping expenses low. With budgets tighter than ever, HR teams are urged to embrace smart technology investments that streamline operations. Key findings indicate that over half the HR departments using paid tech solutions see improved performance, highlighting the need for […]
The Forrester TEI report highlights how AI can massively boost productivity, efficiency, and employee experience while proving its financial worth. This article dives deep into AI’s transformative potential and gives clear insights on how businesses can leverage it for substantial returns. Source: CIO Key Points AI tools can achieve an ROI of 176%–415%, translating to […]
Global IT leaders are placing bigger bets on generative artificial intelligence than cybersecurity in 2025, according to new research by Amazon Web Services (AWS). The AWS Generative AI Adoption Index, based on a survey of 3,739 senior IT decision-makers across nine countries, found that 45% of organisations are prioritising generative AI in their tech budgets […]
Work-Bench, a venture capital firm based in New York, has successfully raised $160 million for its Fund IV. This funding is aimed specifically at supporting seed-stage founders who are developing enterprise software, especially in sectors like AI, cybersecurity, and developer tools. Source: TechCrunch Key Points Work-Bench has raised $160 million to fund new ventures specifically […]
This article from CIO Dive discusses how silos in data are creating significant challenges for IT operations and hindering AI initiatives within organisations, as highlighted in a recent Ivanti report. Key Points Over half of IT and cybersecurity professionals reported that critical data is siloed within their organisations. Siloed data leads to inefficiencies such as […]
Moderna, the biotech giant behind one of the initial mRNA vaccines for COVID-19, is diving headfirst into an AI transformation. By collaborating with OpenAI, they’ve developed thousands of bespoke AI models to carry out tasks previously managed by their human workforce. Notably, this shift is reshaping Moderna’s organisational structure, including a surprising merger of their […]
Artificial Intelligence is taking the cybersecurity world by storm, with over 100 new companies entering the sector to leverage its potential. Cybersecurity experts Richard Stiennon of IT-Harvest and Dan Lohrmann of Presidio highlight the latest happenings, including various hacking incidents, ransomware attacks, and shifts in government cybersecurity funding. Both experts recently attended major cybersecurity conferences […]
