How SEPA saw the light after attack from the dark web
‘No one is safe” is unnerving to hear, of course. But for Terry A’Hearn, the chief executive of the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), he is describing a plain, albeit…
How Facebook took themselves off the internet… a lesson in resilience and a need to decentralise
In a post-pandemic world, one thing that we are now sure of is that we are almost completely dependent on the internet for both our social and working lives. Over…
Scottish cyber partnership welcomes new members to reach wider audience
A Scottish cyber partnership organisation has welcomed two new members in a bid to extend online resilience awareness to more audiences across the country. The College Development Network (CDN) and…
Industry supports plans for new cyber security innovation hub in Scotland
Industry leaders have backed plans to create the first Scottish Cyber Security Innovation Hub, to help drive further growth and innovation in Scotland’s thriving cyber security sector. ScotlandIS Cyber is…
NHS Scotland to base specialist cyber operations centre at Abertay University
A specialist cybersecurity operations centre is to be set up by NHS Scotland to boost online resilience for health services across the country. Around 30 staff from NHS NSS (National…
How to handle a cyber incident – a practical guide for Scottish firms
A practical manual on how to handle a cyber-related incident has been created for Scottish businesses. The ‘Incident Response Guide’, produced by the CyberScotland Partnership, features checklists and guidance on…
Businesses have their ‘heads in the sand’ as survey shows over a quarter have suffered a cyber attack in last three years
More than one in four Scottish firms have fallen prey to a cyber attack within the last three years, new government figures have shown. Being directed to fake websites, email…
Digital telecare firm joins Scottish suppliers list after cybersecurity assessment
One of the UK’s leading digital telecare providers has been added to a list of assessed suppliers in Scotland after successfully completing a government-backed cybersecurity evaluation. Alcuris took part in a…
SBRC launches digital hub for businesses ahead of Cop26
A Scottish cybersecurity centre has launched a digital information hub to help businesses mitigate potential challenges posed by the upcoming climate change conference in Glasgow. The Scottish Business Resilience Centre…
Scottish cyber expert appointed as ecosystem development lead for UKC3
A Scottish cyber expert has been chosen for a leading role in a new UK cybersecurity cluster collaboration. Ciara Mitchell, cluster manager for Scotland’s cyber cluster at tech trade body…
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Why innovation and marketing are the perfect partners to make changes that matter
With the rapid evolution of traditional marketing and the appearance of digital marketing, technology and innovation has become part of any marketer’s life without the need of working for a…
Transitioning to a four-day week – CEO’s vow to strike a healthier balance in the workplace
I came to Scotland nearly 20 years ago from Ireland, with no contacts but a lot of determination. While Ireland will always be my home, Scotland has given me amazing…
Women Lead: The female-led company championing intuitive working
Over the last two years, the pandemic forced a shift to more remote and flexible working practices. Whilst we might be seeing a “return to normal”, some companies are choosing…
Women Lead: My passion for young people to consider a career in digital
Twenty years ago, I stumbled across my career in digital marketing almost by accident. It was during my honours degree in marketing at Glasgow Caledonian University. I was on work…
Women Lead: Inclusive Silicon Valley cohort gives hope to entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds
Things are happening on the Scottish tech scene. Big and small initiatives are creating a fantastic ripple effect on the sector, bottom up and top down, thanks to the recommendations…
Women Lead: The story of an entrepreneurial scientist
I first arrived in Scotland over 20 years ago. I had £75 in my wallet and a scholarship offer to do a PhD at the University of Edinburgh. Sometimes I…
Please mind the gap… or healthcare may fall
Imagine sharing a lengthy train journey with others. From beginning to end, imagine how often you might hear ‘mind the gap’ messages about embarking and disembarking safely. Picture how navigating…
Women Lead: My journey from Dragons’ Den to Silicon Valley
Following her appearance on Dragons’ Den, Sheila Hogan, serial entrepreneur, founder and chief executive of digital legacy vault, Biscuit Tin, shares her experience of her time in the Den and…