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Free guide to low-code & no-code platforms
Platforms that enable shadow IT are changing development roles and processes. Here's why it's time to embrace this new reality.
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Blog Post
26 Sep 2025
AI Workflows - AODocs: Fix permissions now, before the bots find them
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Stéphane Donzé, CEO of AODocs. AODocs provides cloud-native document management and governance solutions that help ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Sep 2025
What UK CIOs get wrong about AI and cloud … and how to fix it
UK firms are chasing AI and cloud combinations without clarity, risking failure. Success needs clear use cases, skills, a data strategy, agile methods, and focus on business value Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2025
Over half of India-based companies suffer security breaches
Business supply chains, which include Indian companies, are at risk of attack as more than half of suppliers were breached last year Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2025
Microsoft hides key data flow information in plain sight
Microsoft’s own documentation confirms that data hosted in its hyperscale cloud architecture routinely traverses the globe, but the tech giant is actively obfuscating this vital information from its UK law enforcement customers Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Sep 2025
Deconstructing the UK-US Tech Prosperity 'Deal'
The so-called 'deal' between the UK and US to promote collaboration in science and technology reveals a UK government selling out homegrown talent to the demands of Big Tech Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2025
Channel catch-up: News in brief
Developments this week at Crayon, SoftwareOne, Exclusive Networks, Arrow and Westcon-Comstor Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2025
TD Synnex beats expectations in Q3
Revenues rise as channel player enjoys growth across its products portfolio and geographies Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Sep 2025
The UK government’s AI Growth Zones strategy: Everything you need to know
Plans to make the UK an AI superpower imply pervasive use of the technology. Ramping up adoption of AI will require more datacentres to host compute-intensive workloads, which is where the AI Growth Zone strategy comes in Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2025
Government to introduce mandatory digital ID
Prime minister Keir Starmer says the scheme, which will be compulsory by the end of this parliament, will help crack down on illegal workers, as well as provide benefits to citizens Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2025
Amazon joins coalition to reduce water usage habits of AI datacentres
Amazon is joining forces with academics, research groups and utility firms to reduce the water usage habits of datacentres, and also find ways that AI can help tackle the problem of water scarcity in some regions of the world Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2025
Okta CEO: AI security and identity security are one and the same
At Oktane 2025 in Las Vegas, Okta CEO Todd McKinnon describes AI security and identity security as inseparable as he tees up a series of agentic security innovations Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2025
How Mediacorp stops livestreams from freezing at key moments
Singapore’s national broadcaster has achieved a 99.5% crash-free rate for its mobile apps by using observability tools to find and fix issues in real time, ensuring a smoother experience for users Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2025
AI infrastructure provider Nscale secures $1.1bn in series B funding
A week after it was revealed that Nscale would be working with Microsoft to build the UK's largest supercomputer, the company announces it has secured $1.1bn in series B funding Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Sep 2025
Set a Git stash message. Pop with a Git stash name
Developers need to name their git stashes and add a message if they want to easily identify them in the future. Here's how to pop and apply a specific Git stash by name. Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
HashiCorp Terraform actions adds 'Day 2' ops, Ansible ties
The beta feature and another long-requested update called Terraform search drew strong interest from attendees at HashiConf this week. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Sep 2025
Is the daily Scrum recommended for colocated teams?
Is the daily Scrum recommended for colocated teams? Yes, yes it is. Any suggestion that the daily Scrum is not recommended for colocated teams is false. Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Healthcare providers to lose $32B if ACA tax credits expire
As enhanced premium tax credits for ACA marketplace health plans are set to expire, healthcare providers are slated to lose over $32B and incur $7.7B in uncompensated care costs. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Sep 2025
Cloudera Evolve25: Enterprise AI now integrated into ‘mandatory practice’
It’s a big tipping point if it’s true. AI data platform specialist Cloudera is suggesting that progressive AI tools and service are now being integrated into enterprise AI stacks as a matter of ... Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Databricks partners with OpenAI to boost AI development
GPT-5 is now the primary model for the data platform vendor's users. In addition, the partners will collaborate to improve model performance for real-world applications. Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 Sep 2025
How UK tech firms can reduce risk amid reforms to immigration
Changes to immigration rules have led to a fall in the number of skilled worker visas issued to IT professionals to work in the UK Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Sep 2025
How to use GitHub Actions secrets to hide your tokens and passwords example
You can confidently store keys, tokens and passwords with GitHub Actions secrets. This quick, not-so secret tutorial, provides an example of how to do exactly that. Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Nokia and Boldyn Networks deploy private 5G to power mining
Global comms tech firm teams with wireless neutral network provider for mining technology deployment to enable safer, smarter and more sustainable operations, where most workforces can operate from above ground Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Green energy microgrids hailed as cost-effective answer to UK’s datacentre energy supply woes
Research from the Centre for Net Zero claims green energy microgrids could be a more cost-efficient alternative to nuclear small modular reactors when it comes to powering the UK’s datacentres Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Which SDOH do seniors want health plan benefits to address?
Aging in place, access to healthcare and economic insecurity are leading SDOH affecting senior health and wellbeing. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Sep 2025
What is a wireless sensor network (WSN)?
A wireless sensor network (WSN) is a distributed network of spatially distributed sensors that communicate wirelessly to collect, monitor, and transmit environmental or physical condition data to a central system or cloud platform for analysis. Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Government might support Jaguar Land Rover supply chain to mitigate cyber attack impact
The government is considering buying car parts from JLR’s supply chain to sell them on to the company once it recovers from the August cyber attack Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Dell and Lenovo hand partners fresh products to pitch
Hardware suppliers identify private cloud and the SME market as areas where they and their channels can make an impact Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Sep 2025
How to find and use a GitHub URL by example
This example shows you how you can find and use the GitHub URL. Clone, fetch, push and pull to your remote repo easily with the GitHub URL at your disposal. Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Brightsolid expands national network with diverse 100Gbps optical connectivity
Strategic partnership issues assurance to deliver what it claims will be ‘ultra-fast’ resilient connectivity from Scotland to London, supporting UK digital infrastructure growth Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Sep 2025
Supporting cardiac medication management with telehealth
Sutter Health is using a telehealth-based model to connect heart failure patients with pharmacists for medication management, boosting clinical outcomes and patient experience. Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Openreach UK broadband upgrade reaches 20 million homes
UK’s largest comms provider celebrates full-fibre access milestone but points to lag in active network switchovers Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Sep 2025
Cloudera Evolve25: Iceberg foundations form unified data approach to AI & analytics
Cloudera has come forward with updates to its platform in line with its product roadmap and used its Evolve25 practitioner and partner conference in New York this month to lay down the news. ... Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Co-op declares cyber attack damage cost £206m
Co-op reveals £206m costs from April cyber attack, with revenues hit, member data stolen and shelves emptied, exposing major retail supply chain vulnerabilities Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Netherlands establishes cyber resilience network to strengthen public-private digital defence
Network will connect organisations in a cyber crime defence initiative that goes way beyond information sharing Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Government launches AI growth zone taskforce to support expansion in North East England
The UK government is launching a coalition to support the accelerated development of its AI growth zone in the North East England Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Get HDD temperature right, or risk more drive failures
We talk to Rainer Kaese of Toshiba about the right temperature to run hard disk drives at. Not getting it right risks higher failure rates than what would normally be expected Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
CEO change at Advania UK as Kneen steps down
Channel player Advania has made a leadership change after its current boss calls time on his spell at the firm Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Lenovo targets AI and hybrid cloud to drive APAC growth
The tech supplier’s infrastructure arm is tapping its partner ecosystem and as-a-service model to help the region’s enterprises move from AI experimentation to delivering tangible business outcomes Continue Reading
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News
25 Sep 2025
Zoom includes AI at no extra cost to crack enterprise adoption puzzle
Zoom bets on free AI to drive enterprise adoption, despite evidence the highest return on investment comes from back-office automation Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Internet shutdowns in Africa on upward trajectory
A comparative analysis of internet shutdowns in African countries highlights how the tactic is increasingly used to repress dissent and political opposition, depriving millions of people and businesses access to vital digital tools that sustain their social, economic and political life Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Oktane 2025: Okta takes aim at agentic AI governance gap
Identity specialist Okta is laying the groundwork for a number of incoming announcements designed to help its customers get to grips with the challenge of securing non-human, agentic identities. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Sep 2025
Glossary of 25 top data storage terms you should know
This collection of data storage terms covers newer technologies, such as blockchain storage, and legacy tech, including network-attached storage and tape drives. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 Sep 2025
Database transaction isolation levels tutorial
Repeatable? Isolated? Serializable? Uncommitted? None? Just how well do you know your database isolation levels, and how do you know if you're using the right one? Here's how you know. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Sep 2025
What are global area networks (GANs)?
A global area network (GAN) is a type of network that connects devices and users on a global scale. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Sep 2025
Breaking down the ABCs of rising alternative health plans
More employers are seeking alternative health plans, like AHPs and ICHRAs, to bend the cost curve, but education is key to navigating their growing popularity. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Sep 2025
Redesigning workspaces for the return to office
As more employees begin to trickle back to the office, it's time for companies to reassess their workspace and meeting room strategies to serve both in-office and remote workers. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 Sep 2025
Controversy ahead - the many challenges facing a UK government national digital ID scheme
It seems we are to expect some sort of announcement on digital identity at the forthcoming Labour conference. Briefings to select national newspapers have trailed the likelihood of prime minister ... Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Sep 2025
7 API discovery best practices for complete visibility
Secure your API landscape with these API discovery best practices spanning the entire SDLC. Find hidden endpoints, audit integrations and monitor continuously. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
FT 250 executives call for UK grid upgrades to support AI datacentre expansion plans
A poll by the Energy Networks Association reveals FTSE 250 attitudes towards the state of the UK’s electrical grids Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Sep 2025
12 IT skills development strategies to close gaps in IT ops
Strategic approaches to IT operations skills gaps include assessment programs, training, mentorship and automation -- essential elements for organizational agility and innovation. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
NCA arrests man following cyber attack that disrupted air travel
The NCA has arrested a man in West Sussex over the cyber attack on Collins Aerospace that disrupted Heathrow and other EU airports. He has been released on conditional bail Continue Reading
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Quiz
24 Sep 2025
Study for the CompTIA Network+ exam with this practice quiz
This practice quiz for the CompTIA Network+ N10-009 exam covers key networking concepts, operations, security and troubleshooting with 20 sample questions and answers. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Incorta unveils features as part of new focus on AI
The vendor's new AI-focused features include a Model Context Protocol layer for developing agents and prebuilt agentic AI capabilities to assist with specific tasks. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Redcentric looks to MSP future
FY results include an update on the progress to divest the datacentre business to leave the sole focus on managed services Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
McCullough Review finds PSNI failures but no ‘systemic’ surveillance of journalists
A review by Angus McCullough KC reveals that Northern Ireland police failed to comply with the law but that there was no ‘widespread and systemic’ surveillance of journalists, lawyers and NGOs Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Sep 2025
ESG podcasts for business leaders to follow
For business leaders today, staying on top of ESG news and trends is essential. These six podcasts offer expert insights to help guide strategy and action. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Survey: 83% of patients trust their docs for health advice
Patients foremost trust their doctors for medical information but see digital health tools as a means to a more modern, streamlined experience. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
24 Sep 2025
What are the advantages of Java?
There are almost too many advantages of Java to describe, but this top 10 list covers the key Java advantages that drive the ongoing adoption of the JDK and the JVM. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Sep 2025
OMS software comparison: Learn which is right for you
Order management systems can streamline order tracking, among other advantages, but buying teams should ensure an OMS meets all their company’s requirements. Learn more. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Sep 2025
Shadow AI in healthcare: The hidden risk to data security
In addition to traditional shadow IT, shadow AI can make healthcare organizations vulnerable to patient data exposure and compliance troubles. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Rigby Group marks milestone with another year of growth
Channel player Rigby Group celebrates 50 years of business and shares an update on how it performed in the past fiscal year Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Alibaba Cloud targets full-stack AI dominance
The Chinese cloud giant has unveiled the Qwen3-Max model, a suite of agent development tools and cloud infrastructure upgrades to position itself as a one-stop shop for AI development and deployment Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Digital Catapult sets sights on boosting AI take-up in agrifood sector
Innovation organisation announces details of its agrifood startup accelerator programme, which is geared towards boosting adoption of artificial intelligence in the sector Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Retailers enjoy summer demand for AI laptops
August saw an acceleration in the sales of laptops that come with the latest functionality Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
UK Connect gains further support for Fusion construction connectivity
UK wireless communication services provider announces wider availability of connectivity offering that automatically selects the optimal network for a client’s site Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Sep 2025
Engagement-based advertising models are coming for AI
Tech companies are eyeing ad-driven revenue streams to offset a possible investment market recession. Without proper oversight, this risks immense user exploitation Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Salesforce shifts focus from AI models to agentic AI
Rather than being preoccupied with large language models, Salesforce is now focused on building AI agents, with an eye on achieving what it calls ‘enterprise general intelligence’ Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Klaasmeyer Construction taps Render Networks for quicker buildout
Digitising network provider engaged by network construction management company to build scalable model for predictable broadband deployment and customer adoption Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Sep 2025
Comparing VDI software from Omnissa and Citrix
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops and Omnissa Horizon -- formerly VMware Horizon -- can simplify VDI management for IT. Discover the key differences between the vendors' offerings. Continue Reading
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Answer
24 Sep 2025
Can Microsoft Teams chat be monitored?
The quick answer is yes -- IT administrators can monitor employees' messages in Microsoft Teams. But organizations need proper license plans and policies in place. Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2025
Sitecore CEO: Embedded agentic AI is the future of business
As AI disrupts website traffic and remakes marketing techniques, Sitecore CEO Eric Stine discusses the future of agentic AI for customer experience. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
23 Sep 2025
How to git cherry-pick a commit example
One of the most commonly misunderstood version control commands is git cherry-pick, and that's a real shame because the ability to git cherry-pick a commit is one of the most useful skills a ... Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
Google DORA: Software delivery caught up to AI coding tools
A Google DORA survey on AI-assisted software development found last year's delivery bottleneck resolved, but stability, trust and organizational issues remain. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
RevSpring acquires Kyruus to fuse provider search functions
RevSpring said Kyruus' provider search, provider directory and appointment scheduling functions will complement its patient engagement and payments tools. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Sep 2025
Nvidia bets on Intel: What it means for IT leaders
Nvidia invests $5B in Intel and partners to combine CPUs and GPUs, creating new integrated architectures that could affect AI workloads, data centers and enterprise computing. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Sep 2025
What is SOX compliance? A complete guide and checklist
SOX compliance entails adhering to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, a U.S. law introduced to enhance investor protection by ensuring greater accuracy, transparency and accountability in public companies' financial reporting. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
New consortium to aid AI by standardizing semantic modeling
An open standard for defining data would simplify data integration and discovery to reduce one of the barriers preventing organizations from successfully developing AI tools. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
Claim denial rates aren't improving, but AI could help
Experian Health's latest "State of Claims" survey shows continued growth in claim denial rates as more providers face rates of 10% or more of claims, but growing enthusiasm for AI. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Sep 2025
5 knowledge graph use cases in data fabric architecture
Knowledge graphs in data fabrics enable semantic layers, cross-domain modeling, operational intelligence, enterprise search and intelligent metadata management. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
SolarWinds warns over dangerous RCE flaw
A newly uncovered RCE flaw in SolarWinds’ helpdesk product bypasses two previously issued fixes, and users should prioritise updates as exploitation is likely to occur Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
Podcast: How to get value from unstructured data
In this podcast, we talk to Nasuni founder and CTO Andres Rodriguez about the obstacles to getting the most value from enterprise unstructured data, especially via metadata Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Sep 2025
7 features to look for in asset management software
Predictive maintenance, asset tracking and related software tools can help reduce costs for companies. Learn what other features to look for in asset management software. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
ACIP vaccine votes break with evidence-based policy
The CDC's advisory committee votes to scale back COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for seniors and limit MMRV in children under 4, breaking with decades of evidence-based policy. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
Channel faces AI tool sprawl and inefficient workflows
Experts across the channel speak of opportunities for partners to help customers that are overwhelmed by the number of tools they are working with Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Sep 2025
12 sales pipeline management best practices
A few sales pipeline management best practices include monitoring key metrics, ensuring data is accurate and prioritizing high-value and high-intent prospects. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
23 Sep 2025
Git reset hard vs. soft: What's the difference?
Both hard and soft git reset commands manipulate the commit history. Where soft vs. hard git reset commands differ is by how they impact the index and the local filesystem. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Sep 2025
What is a chief marketing officer (CMO)?
A chief marketing officer (CMO) is a C-suite executive responsible for overseeing the planning, development and execution of an organization's marketing and advertising initiatives. Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Sep 2025
Rethinking identity in the age of AI impersonation
Trust in business has long hinged on human instincts but with the advent of deepfakes, it is becoming dangerous to assume too much. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
Jaguar Land Rover extends cyber attack-induced shutdown to October
Jaguar Land Rover is extending its production shutdown caused by the 31 August cyber attack into next month, as government ministers drop by and supply chain workers lose wages Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
Morse Micro secures $59m funding to lead the next era of IoT
Fresh capital to accelerate Morse Micro’s expansion into international markets, scale production of its Wi-Fi HaLow chips and support the ecosystem shift toward IoT 2.0, characterised by high-throughput, long-range, scalable connectivity Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
Workflow fixes to improve preventive care visits for seniors
Two studies suggest that extending visit times and pre-ordering preventive screenings could improve preventive care visits for Medicare patients over age 65. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
Teradata unveils AgentBuilder to aid agentic AI development
Like many of its competitors, the longtime data management and analytics vendor is adding tools, such as an MCP server, to help customers build advanced applications. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
Post Office Capture appeals slowed by poor records
Poor data on the use of the Post Office Capture software is slowing the review of criminal convictions, says lawyer Continue Reading
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Podcast
23 Sep 2025
How Capital One prioritizes data and customizes AI models
Prem Natarajan, Capital One's executive vice president, chief scientist and head of AI, emphasizes the vendor’s focus on open weight models. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Sep 2025
What is data lineage? Techniques, best practices and tools
Organizations can strengthen data governance by mapping data lineage across systems. Learn how tools help to simplify tracking, compliance and lifecycle visibility. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
Verizon launches 6G innovation forum
Leading US communications company brings together comms technology producers to take early step in shaping the next generation of AI-enabled mobile Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
‘Our worst day’: The untold story of the Electoral Commission cyber attack
As head of digital at The Electoral Commission, Andrew Simpson’s mettle was tested when threat actors gained access to the regulator’s email systems and accessed sensitive voter data. Three years on, he tells his story to Computer Weekly Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Sep 2025
Digital ID risks turning UK into ‘Checkpoint Britain’
Keir Starmer is expected to announce plans for mandatory ID cards at the Labour Party Conference next week. It risks urging in an era of surveillance, digital check points, reliance on online systems, and the risk of data breaches. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
23 Sep 2025
Unbuckling of the green belt
In this week’s edition of Computer Weekly, we take a deep dive into an environmental-focused legal challenge that has the potential to upset the government’s plans to fast-track datacentre developments Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2025
EU to shut door on Big Tech in financial data sharing
US tech giants to be excluded from EU’s Financial Data Access initiative, which enables the sharing of certain customer financial data Continue Reading