Public Sector stories
Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance
Yesterday
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A mere 4% of public sector IT professionals believe graduates are fit for real-world roles, revealing a stark skills gap affecting project delivery.
Version 1 partners with HSE for digital healthcare in Ireland
3 days ago
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public sector
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data sharing
Version 1 has secured a national contract with the Health Service Executive to enhance digitally enabled healthcare services across Ireland.
Logpoint & Netheimur team up to enhance Icelandic security
3 days ago
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cloud security
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Logpoint has partnered with Icelandic firm Netheimur to bolster cybersecurity in Iceland, introducing its SIEM system for enhanced threat detection across sectors.
Nexer Digital aids firms in European Accessibility Act prep
3 days ago
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bbc
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public sector
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nhs
Nexer Digital has landed key clients Bupa and Auto Trader to enhance compliance with the forthcoming European Accessibility Act, aiming for inclusive digital experiences.
PC market analysis reveals AI & Windows 11 potential
Last week
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pc market
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public sector
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engineering
According to CONTEXT's latest analysis, the PC market is facing a shaky demand downturn but may rebound by 2025 thanks to AI advancements and Windows 11 upgrades.
AI Summit in Paris highlights responsible innovation goals
Last week
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martech
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ai
The AI Summit in Paris brought industry leaders together to discuss ethical AI implementation, highlighting the urgent need for responsible strategies to harness its potential.
Accenture to open new technology hub in Ballarat in 2025
Last week
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public sector
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digital economy
Accenture plans to open a tech and operations hub in Ballarat by May 2025, aiming to enhance local job opportunities and meet growing demand for technology services.
Granicus unveils advanced data & AI tools for governments
Last month
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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Granicus has unveiled its latest updates, enhancing its solutions suite with advanced AI and data analytics to transform government operations and citizen engagement.
ASL CN1 Cuneo halves costs with Cubbit's DS3 solution
Last month
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storage
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virtualisation
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data privacy
ASL CN1 Cuneo in North Italy has slashed storage costs by 50% and enhanced data security by adopting Cubbit's geo-distributed S3 cloud solution, DS3.
Elastic completes IRAP certification for Elastic Cloud
Last month
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data protection
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Elastic has achieved the Protected level IRAP certification for Elastic Cloud, ensuring compliance with Australian government security requirements.
Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
NCC Group's December 2024 threat report reveals a record 574 ransomware incidents, driven by new players like Funksec, signalling a turbulent cybersecurity landscape.
OneAdvanced appoints new SVP for Managed IT Services role
Last month
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hybrid cloud
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cybersecurity
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government
OneAdvanced has appointed Alex Jeffery as Senior Vice President of Managed IT Services, enhancing its strategy for growth in the next three years.
BlackFog & Carahsoft partner for AI ransomware defence
Last month
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
BlackFog and Carahsoft have teamed up to deliver AI-driven ransomware protection to government agencies, enhancing cybersecurity for the public sector.
UK unveils AI action plan with commitment of GBP £14 billion
Last month
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data privacy
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ai
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Keir Starmer's AI Opportunities Action Plan commits GBP £14 billion to transform UK public services, advancing AI adoption while addressing industry concerns.
UK government considers banning ransomware payments
Last month
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saas
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data protection
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ransomware
The UK government is consulting on a plan to ban ransomware payments by public sector bodies, amid rising cyberattacks, particularly in healthcare.
UK unveils AI plan focusing on public sector integration
Last month
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quantum computing
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ai
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cybersecurity
The UK has launched its AI Opportunities Action Plan to bolster public sector integration and economic growth, amidst mixed reactions from industry leaders.
UK unveils bold plan to tackle cybercrime with new rules
Last month
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data protection
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ransomware
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smart home
The UK Government has unveiled plans to tackle cybercrime, proposing a ban on ransomware payments for public bodies and a new reporting framework.
Unit4 announces Simon Paris as new CEO
Last month
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saas
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edutech
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higher education
Unit4 has appointed Simon Paris as its new CEO, succeeding Mike Ettling, who will depart at the end of January. Paris aims to build on the company's SaaS success.
Mail Metrics acquires Adare SEC, boosts UK market presence
Last month
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public sector
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investment
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Mail Metrics has acquired Adare SEC, its fourth purchase in four years, expanding its workforce and boosting UK revenue projections to GBP £175 million.
ACS & DTA partner to enhance digital skills in public sector
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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collaboration
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public sector
The Australian Computer Society and the Digital Transformation Agency have signed a MoU to enhance digital skills in the public sector, boosting service delivery.