AUTOMATION MONTH: Governance, security and compliance in automated healthcare IT environments
Automation is rapidly reshaping healthcare IT estates. From automated patching and infrastructure provisioning to workflow orchestration and AI-assisted service management, NHS trusts and private healthcare providers are increasingly relying on automation to improve resilience and efficiency. But in a sector where patient safety, data protection and regulatory compliance are paramount, automation cannot be allowed to […]
Spike in cyberattacks demand persistent tracking at sea
Not a day goes by without hearing about cyberattacks wreaking havoc for organisations and consumers across the world. The shipping and marine sectors are no exception either. However, the complexity of the attacks here is becoming more sophisticated, and the cost of dealing with them is spiking too. Research from the law firm HFW – as […]
Here’s how much data breaches cost US businesses in 2025
By Mark Edgeworth (pictured), CEO at Hicomply Data breaches across the US continued at scale throughout 2025, reinforcing cybersecurity as a board-level business risk rather than a purely technical issue. While breach volumes remained high, the defining feature of 2025 was the expanding cost, with regulatory exposure, supply-chain disruption and reputational damage compounding direct financial […]
From AI and Data Security to Analytics and Automation, the Elevate.Tech Summit has you covered
You’re invited to attend the Elevate.Tech Summit, taking place in person on 17th June at the Andaz Hotel, London Liverpool Street – delegate places are in high demand, so be sure to register today! This event provides the best experience for senior IT professionals, looking to attend thought leadership sessions & explore a diverse range of key industry solution […]
March 2026 is Digital Transformation Month on IT Briefing – Make sure your solutions are part of it!
Each month on IT Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the IT and cyber security markets – and in March we’re focussing on Digital Transformation solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help IT and security buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re […]
121% YoY increase in DDoS attacks, with UK in the firing line
The total number of DDoS attacks more than doubled in Q4 2025 to hit 47.1 million, compared to 21.3 million in the same period of 2024, representing a 121% YoY increase. That’s according to Cloudflare’s latest quarterly DDoS threat report, sharing the latest global attack trends and insights, including the Aisuru/Kimwolf botnet attacks which bombarded network servers at unprecedented levels. Cloudflare […]
AUTOMATION MONTH: Preparing enterprise IT estates for an automation-first operating model
Across enterprise IT estates attending Elevate.Tech, automation has moved from isolated scripting to a strategic priority. Infrastructure provisioning, patch management, service desk workflows, cloud cost optimisation and incident response are increasingly automated. Yet, the biggest barrier to success is rarely technical, it’s organisational. Automation programmes succeed or fail based on how well IT teams are […]
AI: The New Frontline of Cyber Defence and Why Staying Informed Has Never Mattered More
Cybersecurity has entered a new era. Threats are advancing faster than most organisations can adapt, and attackers are now leveraging artificial intelligence to automate, scale and disguise their methods. In response, cybersecurity teams are turning to AI to strengthen their defences, reduce manual workloads and identify threats that would previously have gone unnoticed. AI-based tools […]
Introducing the Elevate.Tech Summit: Secure your place today!
Forum Events & Media is excited to announce the Elevate.Tech Summit: a brand-new, exclusive event that explores the challenges organisations face with their IT and Technology requirements, giving senior professionals practical insight and the chance to connect with leading solution providers. 17th June 2026 Andaz Hotel, London Liverpool Street How Elevate.Tech Summit works for IT leaders For qualified senior […]
Improve your security know-how with City Security magazine
Whether you are in the security sector or have a professional interest or just want to know more, City Security magazine is a must-read publication. Our aim is to promote best security practice and to keep businesses informed on a variety of security-related issues with articles written by well-respected leaders in the security industry. Our […]