UK businesses subjected to one cyber attack every minute in 1Q19
UK businesses were subjected to 119,659 internet-borne cyber attacks each, on average, in the first quarter of 2019, according to analysis by Beaming. This rate of attack, which equates to one every minute, was more than double that experienced in the first three months of 2018, when companies were attacked online 53,981 times on average. […]
Skills shortage and 5G fears at European data centres
Continuing unprecedented demand for new datacentres, fears around the shortage of skilled professionals, concerns about the future disruption of 5G, and the limited impact of Brexit are some of the key findings from the latest industry survey from Business Critical Solutions (BCS). The Summer Report, now in its 10th year, is undertaken by independent research house […]
Security IT Summit – Registration open for new autumn event!
Continued strong demand for places at the Security IT Summit means that we are now hosting this unique one-day event twice a year! And registration is open now for the first autumn Summit. Our Approach Taking place on November 5th at the Hilton London Canary Wharf, the Security IT Summit allows senior cyber security professionals […]
Do you specialise in Penetration Testing? We want to hear from you!
Each month on IT Security Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the cyber security market – and in August we’re focussing on Penetration Testing solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help IT security buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a Penetration Testing solutions […]
Female students flock to NCSC CyberFirst initiative
Nearly 12,000 girls aged 12 – 13 from across the UK took part in the competition in 2019, which was launched by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) as part of the CyberFirst initiative. The competition breaks down gender barriers by encouraging girls to engage with cyber security before they make their GCSE choices, with […]
Join an all-star list of VIP security professionals at the Total Security Summit
Register today for Total Security Summit and you’ll be joining a VIP guest list of just 60 senior security professionals. It’s entirely free for you to attend – simply register here. 14 & 15 October 2019 – The Midland Hotel, Manchester As our guest, you’ll be provided with an itinerary of face-to-face meetings with suppliers […]
Introducing the Smarter Payments Summit
Discover new payment, secure transaction solutions this autumn at the Smarter Payments Summit. It takes place on September 9th at the Hilton London Tower Bridge and follows the same unique format as the Security IT Summit. As our VIP guest, you will be able meet with suppliers to the sector, based on your requirements and […]
Security IT Summit: Extra places released!
Due to popular demand, we have released two additional tickets to next month’s Security IT Summit. This one-day event takes place on July 2nd at the Hilton London Canary Wharf. These new places will go quickly, so register now for the opportunity to:- Source innovative and budget-saving suppliers Network with like-minded peers Enjoy complimentary lunch […]
Skill boost as £18.5m committed to data & AI degrees
Up to 2,500 people will benefit from £18.5 million of funding to retrain and become experts in data science and artificial intelligence (AI). The investment is part of the Government’s ongoing strategy to drive skills within the technology sector, supporting more adults to upskill and retrain to progress in their existing careers or find new […]
£153 million to help commercialise quantum technology
The Government has pledged £153 million Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund funding, alongside £205 million from industry, to support commercialisation of quantum technologies. The funding helping to support businesses delivering quantum-enabled products and help remove technological barriers to productivity and competitiveness in the UK. The Government funding will also be supported by £205 million from industry. […]