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AI radiology platform launched to boost NHS cancer research
EduTech

AI radiology platform launched to boost NHS cancer research

The Royal Marsden NHS Trust has launched the UK's first large-scale AI radiology platform, funded by NIHR, to advance cancer diagnosis and treatment research.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Tenable launches AI Aware to tackle escalating AI security risks
Data Protection

Tenable launches AI Aware to tackle escalating AI security risks

As AI adoption surges, Tenable launches AI Aware to tackle cybersecurity risks in AI applications, offering proactive measures to safeguard data and systems.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Record rise in zero-day vulnerabilities exposed in Google-Mandiant report
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Record rise in zero-day vulnerabilities exposed in Google-Mandiant report

Google and Mandiant's cybersecurity report reveals a 50% rise in exploited zero-day vulnerabilities in 2023, with China being the leading perpetrator.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
NVIDIA unveils enterprise-grade AI microservices for custom applications
Robotics

NVIDIA unveils enterprise-grade AI microservices for custom applications

NVIDIA unveils an extensive array of enterprise-grade generative AI microservices, allowing businesses to develop and distribute custom applications while retaining full intellectual property ownership.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024
RAD project marks impressive 2023 with donations & accolades
DevOps

RAD project marks impressive 2023 with donations & accolades

In 2023, the Recycle A Device (RAD) project achieved remarkable milestones, including donating 2,374 laptops and winning notable accolades.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Dec 2023
First Azul State of Java survey reveals Java's crucial role in tech industry
Private Cloud

First Azul State of Java survey reveals Java's crucial role in tech industry

Azul's inaugural State of Java survey highlights Java's vital role in global tech, with 98% of firms reporting usage.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2023

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52 bank branches to close across Britain this month
Small Business

52 bank branches to close across Britain this month

More towns risk losing face-to-face banking as 52 branch closures across Britain are due this month, led by Santander and NatWest.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 21st May 2026
Wellington to celebrate Koha's 25 years transforming libraries
Open source

Wellington to celebrate Koha's 25 years transforming libraries

Wellington hosts KohaCon25 to mark 25 years of Koha, an open source library system used by 20,000+ libraries worldwide, celebrating innovation and collaboration.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025
Rush acquires Pixel Fusion to target GLAM, education & energy
Digital Transformation

Rush acquires Pixel Fusion to target GLAM, education & energy

RUSH has acquired Pixel Fusion, boosting its managed services and expanding into education, energy and GLAM sectors with stronger recurring revenue growth.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
RAD celebrates five years empowering youth with digital skills
Education, Learning & Training

RAD celebrates five years empowering youth with digital skills

RAD marks five years empowering New Zealand youth with digital skills by refurbishing laptops and bridging technology gaps nationwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Anyone speak government or council?
Law

Anyone speak government or council?

Councils warn the bill could saddle ratepayers with unfunded duties, as toilets, cemeteries and consenting are left off the core services list.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025
New Zealand AI research tool reaches 370,000 scientists globally
Artificial Intelligence

New Zealand AI research tool reaches 370,000 scientists globally

Litmaps, a New Zealand AI tool, has expanded its growth to 370,000 global users, preparing for a Series A to expand its academic reach.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
Rebuilding after ransomware – The case of The British Library
Malware

Rebuilding after ransomware – The case of The British Library

Rogue Russian hackers crippled The British Library's operations, pushing the respected institution into the pre-digital age through a malicious ransomware attack, sparking months of system rebuilding efforts.

By Conan Bradley • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024
Unverified open Wi-Fi networks expose half of British internet users to risk
EduTech

Unverified open Wi-Fi networks expose half of British internet users to risk

Half of UK internet users risk cyber threats by connecting to unverified public Wi-Fi networks, reveals a study.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2023
Businesses told to enforce Covid-19 scanning
Data Protection

Businesses told to enforce Covid-19 scanning

Businesses will have seven days after lockdown eases to enforce QR check-ins and manual sign-ins at busy venues, experts say.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
Auckland housing report to boost construction?
Auckland Council

Auckland housing report to boost construction?

A coordinated overhaul could unlock more homes in Auckland, after a taskforce report highlighted the barriers holding back development.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017
LGNZ policy priorities to inform election manifesto
Sustainability

LGNZ policy priorities to inform election manifesto

Local councils are seeking more funding and policy support as climate change, ageing and infrastructure pressures reshape communities ahead of the 2017 election.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 11th Jun 2017