Top five cybersecurity trends to watch in 2026: perspectives from the CyberLab Board
2026 is set to be a landmark year for cybersecurity. AI, deepfake technology, quantum risk and supply chain vulnerabilities are converging to reshape the cyber landscape. Cybercriminals are now faster,...
AI adoption and ambition in the public sector – seven insights for moving from experimentation to trustworthy transformation
As public sector organisations move from AI experimentation to operational reality, we explore how governments can deploy AI responsibly, at scale and with trust, drawing on insights from senior leaders...
ENISA, NIS2 and DNS: why the “plumbing” is suddenly in the spotlight
For years, DNS sat in an awkward place in security conversations. Everyone relied on it; few wanted to talk about it. When regulations appeared, they tended to focus on higher level principles,...
Start where everything touches – cyber resilience by design at the DNS layer
National cyber resilience strategies will only deliver for citizens if we connect high-level ambitions with the gritty realities of local councils, health boards and agencies – and that bridge starts at the DNS layer. ...
Shaping smarter, safer and more connected care: why interoperability-ready solutions matter for the future of telecare and independent living
Across the UK and globally, care providers are rethinking how technology can better support independent living, community response and residential care. As analogue systems phase out and digital platforms become central to...
Turning integration challenges into growth opportunities with IBM webMethods Hybrid integration
In the age of AI-driven transformation, enterprises face a paradox: while technology promises unprecedented agility and innovation, the complexity of connecting diverse systems often slows progress. Legacy applications, cloud platforms,...
Get the data right and AI makes every second count in modern healthcare
Alongside a redesign of care models to make full use of the amazing power of AI, healthcare providers must also address their ability to handle the data involved. Healthcare stands...
Preparing for 2027: why the digital switchover must start with people
By January 2027, the UK’s analogue phone network will be switched off. For those of us working in social care and housing, this isn’t just a technical milestone – it’s a change that will...
Supporting people to live independent lives through technology-enabled care
Independence isn’t just about doing things alone – it’s about having control over your own life. For thousands of people living with cognitive challenges, learning disabilities, autism, and dementia across the UK, that control...
Scotland launches ambitious digital skills initiative to power future growth
A major new initiative aimed at equipping Scotland’s workforce with cutting-edge digital skills has been unveiled by the Scottish Government in partnership with Skills Development Scotland (SDS) and Business Gateway. The Digital...
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