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News
28 Dec 2025
Middle East tech trends 2026: AI, cyber security and sovereign infrastructure take centre stage
As artificial intelligence moves from experimentation to production and cyber threats escalate, the Middle East is entering a decisive phase of digital transformation, says Omdia chief analyst Trevor Clarke Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Dec 2025
Why AI job loss headlines miss the bigger story
Efficiency gains are just the first act in the growth of the AI economy. Continue Reading
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Definition
26 Dec 2025
What is automated machine learning (AutoML)?
Automated machine learning (AutoML) is the automated process that applies machine learning models to real-world problems. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Dec 2025
6 steps for a post-employee survey action plan
Employee survey data is typically analyzed and then assigned to the proper executives, who then develop action plans. Learn how to create a post-employee survey action plan. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Dec 2025
5 key video conferencing trends to watch in 2026
AI assistants in video conferencing have advanced beyond meeting transcripts and summaries to become key team members. Explore how AI will drive the top market trends of 2026. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Dec 2025
The 2026 talent reckoning: Beyond degrees and certifications
Skills, not degrees, will define IT hiring in 2026. CIOs are shifting from degree-based hiring to skills-based strategies, using AI and microcredentials to retain top IT talent. Continue Reading
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Answer
24 Dec 2025
Do enterprise endpoints need antivirus for Windows 11?
Windows 11's security framework offers solid protection but has limits. To ensure operational security, organizations must supplement built-in defenses with third-party antivirus. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Dec 2025
From CIO to CEO: Unlocking the entire C-suite
CIOs can evolve from technology leaders to enterprise strategists, taking on higher C-suite roles by building profit and loss fluency, influence, and leadership skills. Continue Reading
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News
24 Dec 2025
Top 10 India stories of 2025
From infrastructure expansion and sovereign AI innovation to regulatory maturity, Computer Weekly recaps the key developments that kept CIOs and technology suppliers across India busy in 2025 Continue Reading
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24 Dec 2025
Top 10 networking stories of 2025
As enterprises become more extended, dealing with network complexity has become almost as important as network performance. The key to this is AI – but only if properly deployed. Discover more in Computer Weekly’s top 10 networking stories of 2025 Continue Reading
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24 Dec 2025
Top 10 cyber crime stories of 2025
In many regards, 2025 proved to be a relatively normal year for the cyber security world as threat actors and security pros continued their long-running cat-and-mouse game, but it was also a stand-out year that saw some of the largest cyber attacks ever to befall the UK. Discover more in Computer Weekly’s top 10 cyber crime stories of 2025 Continue Reading
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News
24 Dec 2025
Top 10 AI stories of 2025
No topic took over 2025 like that of artificial intelligence – whether it was DeepSeek, the discussion around computational resources, low return on investment, or the hype surrounding agentic AI. Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 AI stories of 2025 Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Dec 2025
What is a data scientist? What do they do?
A data scientist is an analytics professional who collects, analyzes, and interprets data to transform it into actionable insights that can facilitate decision-making. Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2025
UK government further expands rural 4G coverage through SRN
Over 100 mobile masts have been upgraded across rural Wales, Scotland and England, delivering 4G coverage from all mobile network operators for the first time as part of an ongoing development scheme Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Dec 2025
Data architecture vs. information architecture: How they differ
Data architecture and information architecture are distinct but related disciplines that work in tandem to support an enterprise's data and business strategies. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Dec 2025
How AI changes data governance roles and responsibilities
Data governance is a team effort, though recent AI developments have caused data and AI teams to converge. As a result, organizations have created new roles in these teams. Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2025
Aftermarket car telematics arena drives past 90 million subscriptions
Study of aftermarket car telematics finds growing value in technology for application areas including stolen vehicle tracking and recovery, vehicle diagnostics, Wi-Fi hotspots, convenience applications and usage-based insurance Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2025
Trump administration nixes Biden-era health IT policies, including AI ‘model cards’
Two proposed rules released Monday would pare back government guardrails around health information technology software, including some put forward by the Biden administration. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Dec 2025
7 customer experience trends to know in 2026
Customer interaction analytics, autonomous agents and AI-driven upsells are some of the CX trends that could boost revenue, cut costs and improve customer service. Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2025
HHS seeks info to guide AI regulation, reimbursement
HHS is seeking feedback from stakeholders on regulations, reimbursement models and research initiatives that will accelerate AI adoption and use in healthcare. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Dec 2025
How ethical sourcing can improve supply chains
Ethical sourcing can benefit supply chains, as it ensures suppliers' accountability and transparency, aligns with ESG goals, drives customer satisfaction and minimizes risks. Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2025
The FDA approves the first GLP-1 weight loss pill
The FDA has approved the oral version of Novo Nordisk's popular injectable obesity drug Wegovy, making it the first GLP-1 pill cleared for weight loss. Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2025
Trump administration ups payer price transparency requirements
The federal government proposed major updates to the Transparency in Coverage rule, including data disclosure changes for in-network rates and more robust consumer-friendly disclosure. Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2025
Sama X to commence operations in Jordan with Starlink services
Regional tech venture aims to bridge connectivity gaps in industry, education, enterprise, government and humanitarian sectors in the Middle East and North Africa with regional roll-out Continue Reading
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23 Dec 2025
UAE and Dubai’s tech ambitions in focus as Sheikh Hamdan meets Elon Musk
High-level talks highlight AI, space, digital infrastructure and the UAE’s push to become a global technology and innovation hub through partnerships and progressive regulation Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2025
Top 10 telecoms stories of 2025
The telecoms market has delivered a wave of innovation over the course of the past 12 months, but in 2025 the sector shifted focus with eyes very much on the skies. Find out more in Computer Weekly’s top 10 telecoms stories of 2025 Continue Reading
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23 Dec 2025
Top 10 financial services stories of 2025
AI and data breaches both caused major disruption in banking this year as the industry faced increased challenges and a seismic shift thanks to emerging tech. Find out more in Computer Weekly’s top 10 financial services stories of 2025 Continue Reading
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News
23 Dec 2025
Top 10 ANZ stories of 2025
The 2025 tech landscape in Australia and New Zealand was dotted with major data breaches even as organisations continue to press on with their digital transformation efforts in areas such as AI and automation Continue Reading
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23 Dec 2025
Top 10 end user computing stories of 2025
The past year was dominated by news of Microsoft ending support for Windows 10, as well as the growing emergence of AI-capable PCs. Computer Weekly looks back at the top 10 end user computing stories of 2025 Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Dec 2025
2026 guide to digital forensics tools for enterprises
After a data breach, organizations and law enforcement need to understand what happened. These 10 digital forensics tools collect the key evidence required for an investigation. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Dec 2025
Data center safety checklist: 10 best practices to follow
Data center facilities pose various risks to those who operate them. Here are 10 best practices to follow when implementing data center safety. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Dec 2025
Prepare for the 2026 threatscape with thought leaders' insights
Explore the 2026 cybersecurity landscape, featuring AI-first strategies, human-centric defenses, cloud security and resilience-focused operations. Continue Reading
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News
22 Dec 2025
KLAS: Health data sharing improves, yet interoperability still lacking
KLAS' EHR Interoperability Overview 2025 highlights three areas in which challenges are holding back data sharing in healthcare. Continue Reading
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News
22 Dec 2025
Physicians' telehealth use varies across specialties, practice type
New AMA data reveals that telehealth utilization among physicians has only dropped slightly since 2022; however, factors such as specialty and practice ownership impact its use. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Dec 2025
10 largest healthcare data breaches reported to OCR in 2025
More than 20 million individuals were affected by the 10 largest healthcare data breaches reported to OCR in 2025. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Dec 2025
Macrocell vs. small cell vs. femtocell: A 5G introduction
Macrocells, small cells and femtocells each play distinct roles in 5G, balancing coverage, speed, cost and indoor connectivity across different deployment scenarios. Continue Reading
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News
22 Dec 2025
1 in 4 patients delay care, cite healthcare affordability issues
A new study takes a longitudinal look at healthcare affordability problems, finding the issue is more pervasive than previously thought. Continue Reading
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News
22 Dec 2025
CMS announces new ACO model as REACH ends
CMS unveiled the Long-Term Enhanced ACO Design, or LEAD, Model, that will run for ten years following the end of the popular ACO REACH Model. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Dec 2025
What are the features and benefits of 5G technology?
Increased cellular speed, bandwidth and capacity at lower latencies have made wireless VR and AR practical for business use, enabling vertical industry apps and boosting IoT. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Dec 2025
How AI is reshaping IT leadership and the modern CIO
Internal IT succession planning develops CIO-ready leaders, reduces disruption and strengthens organizational resilience through mentoring, assessment and experiential learning. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Dec 2025
4 trends that shaped data management, analytics in 2025
With each relating to agentic AI development, tendencies included nearly universal support for MCP and rising emphasis on semantic modeling, among others. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Dec 2025
Why the Middle East needs hybrid, human-led cyber security in the age of AI
Obrela’s Mark Morland says AI is accelerating detection, but regional context and human expertise remain essential as threats across the Gulf become more sophisticated and specific to sectors Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Dec 2025
How to sell: Data readiness for AI
In the latest in our series identifying market opportunities for the channel, the spotlight falls on getting customers in the right place to adopt artificial intelligence Continue Reading
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News
22 Dec 2025
Top 10 ASEAN stories of 2025
Southeast Asia’s 2025 tech landscape saw financial institutions, healthcare researchers and government agencies moving decisively from technology pilots to large-scale AI deployments and infrastructure modernisation Continue Reading
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22 Dec 2025
Top 10 cloud computing stories of 2025
The influence of the hyperscale tech giants over the industry was a major topic this past year, but we also saw the emergence of a new type of cloud player in the form of neocloud. Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 cloud computing stories of 2025 Continue Reading
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News
22 Dec 2025
Top 10 datacentre stories of 2025
It’s been a busy year for datacentre news, with the UK government’s ambitions to expand AI growth zones, along with controversies surrounding the effect of these plans on the environment. Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 datacentre stories of 2025 Continue Reading
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News
22 Dec 2025
Top 10 IT leadership interviews of 2025
The top digital, data and technology leaders talk to Computer Weekly to discuss the challenges they face and the strategies, solutions and successes they are delivering Continue Reading
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Opinion
20 Dec 2025
Will Quantum Computing Kill Bitcoin?
Claims that Quantum Computing will destroy Bitcoin may be exaggerated, but Bitcoin will need to adapt. Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2025
News brief: Browser security flaws pose growing risk
Check out the latest security news from the Informa TechTarget team. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Dec 2025
AI rewrites ROI for next-generation video conferencing
As AI drives the advancement of video systems, IT leaders must reevaluate infrastructure needs and develop new ROI frameworks that align with improved business outcomes. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
19 Dec 2025
Warlords v Merchants: who really controls ID and Information Policy
Sooner or later we will have to interface with the global market leaders, including for ID systems and the UK will be a more prosperous and secure place to live, work and do business if we do so ... Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Dec 2025
7 best practices to manage DaaS costs
An effective DaaS deployment delivers business agility without unnecessary costs. Evaluate users' virtual desktop needs from the outset to keep DaaS costs stable in the long term. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
19 Dec 2025
The politics of cyber security and identity: Warlords versus Merchants (first published 2011)
The current hype in support of additional US and UK government spend on cybersecurity has prompted me to return to my "Warlords versus Merchants" theme. It is not that I do not believe that ... Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Dec 2025
Governance gaps threaten progress as healthcare AI adoption grows
Health systems are relying on AI faster than their governance structures can evolve, expanding the potential for data privacy gaps and regulatory risk, experts say. Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2025
European Commission renews UK data adequacy agreement, ensuring continued free flow of data
Despite calls from some data protection campaigners, the UK's agreement to allow data movement with European Economic Area countries is extended until 2031 Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Dec 2025
10 essential roles for a data management team in 2026
These 10 essential data management roles help leaders design teams that support governance, scale and trusted analytics across modern enterprise data environments. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Dec 2025
Predictable IT spending in an unpredictable economy
As AI and volatility push costs higher, CIOs must adopt flexible budgeting -- rolling forecasts, FinOps and real-time metrics -- to keep IT spend predictable and innovation funded. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Dec 2025
12 content collaboration platforms for enterprises in 2026
When evaluating content collaboration platforms, business leaders have several options and must choose carefully to find one that best fits their needs. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Dec 2025
Wi-Fi 6 vs. 5G: What's the difference?
Wi-Fi 6 and 5G both boost speed and performance, but differ in cost, coverage and use cases. Together, they provide flexible connectivity for modern enterprises. Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2025
Digital Twin Consortium opens doors on four new testbeds
Testbeds accelerate the development and deployment of next-generation digital twin technologies across industries including manufacturing, medicine, aerospace and defence Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2025
‘Sensitive’ data stolen in Westminster City Council cyber attack
London borough confirms that data breach affecting three neighbouring councils in a shared IT services operation led to personal information being copied by a third party Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2025
Novo submits its next-gen obesity drug for FDA approval
Novo Nordisk has filed for FDA approval of its next-generation, combination obesity drug, CagriSema, with a review expected next year. Continue Reading
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19 Dec 2025
BT: UK’s next phase of quantum progress hinges on network build
UK’s leading network provider reflects on the country’s quantum progress to date, and proposes what needs to happen next as funding and focus shift towards delivery Continue Reading
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19 Dec 2025
Kodiak AI looks to transform trucking with autonomous tech, IoT connectivity
5G telematics and ThingSpace IoT management services enable autonomous vehicle technology operating model and manage massive amounts of data generated from its driverless trucks Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2025
UK government confirms Foreign Office cyber attack
Reports blame Chinese hacking group but minister insists the source of the attack is unclear Continue Reading
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Opinion
19 Dec 2025
Unlocking the value of multi-agent systems in 2026
Enterprises are likely to shift from single-task AI to multi-agent systems, enabling autonomous, adaptive operations, but trust and orchestration remain problematic Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2025
UK mobile improves but digital divides persist
Mobile network analyst finds UK-wide median mobile download speed rose 15% year-on-year to 63.03Mbps in 2025, while upload speeds improved from 7.80 to 8.21Mbps Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Dec 2025
UK government’s G-Cloud 15 framework: Everything you need to know
The 15th iteration of the UK government’s flagship cloud computing procurement framework is due to go live in 2026, and looks set to be very different compared with previous versions of the purchasing agreement Continue Reading
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News
19 Dec 2025
Government set for early 2026 court hearing over decision to approve Iver datacentre development
A court date has been assigned for a legal action being brought against the government over its decision to grant planning permission for a datacentre in Iver Continue Reading
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Blog Post
19 Dec 2025
Hud details post-deployment live production analytics
Software application development, architectural planning procedures and deployment-time analysis (as well as post-deployment live production analytics) all need observability and insight. In short, ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
19 Dec 2025
KI-Agenten in Unternehmen: Erwartung trifft auf Realität
IT-Entscheider schätzen das Potenzial von KI-Agenten hoch ein, aber in der Praxis zeigen sich Hürden. Für den Erfolg sind Transparenz, Kontrolle und Rechtssicherheit entscheidend. Continue Reading
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Opinion
18 Dec 2025
IT Sustainability Think Tank: How IT sustainability entered the mandate era during 2025
A year is a long time in tech, and the same is true of IT sustainability. So here are some reflections on how the green IT conversation changed during 2025 Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
Agentic AI security focus of ServiceNow acquisition targets
ServiceNow attempts to build one (secure) platform to rule them all. Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
The leading GLP-1 contenders in pharma’s race for an obesity pill
Recent mid-stage readouts reveal how the market for an oral weight loss drug could take shape. Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
Lilly seeks FDA approval for its GLP-1 weight loss pill
Elli Lilly has filed for FDA approval of its oral GLP-1 therapy, orforglipron, after another successful phase 3 study. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Dec 2025
DevSecOps vs. SecDevOps: Which is better for your organization?
How far left should security shift? DevSecOps and SecDevOps both integrate security into DevOps but differ conceptually and practically. Learn which model suits your needs. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Dec 2025
Exploring Nemours' pediatric at-home care program
Nemours Children's Health launched an at-home care program leveraging telehealth and RPM that aims to enhance patient recovery and alleviate stress among family members. Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
Virgin Media O2 reveals record-breaking year of UK data use
UK operator releases data exploring how British people lived online in 2025, finding record-levels of data consumption including a rise in both broadband usage and mobile traffic Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
Post Office six years late to warn subpostmasters about Horizon defect
Following pressure from Computer Weekly and forensic investigator, the Post Office has warned subpostmasters about Horizon defect potentially at large for over 20 years Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
Hyland continues pivot to AI-fueled enterprise platform
Can a fragmented ECM landscape support agentic AI? Hyland's Jitesh Ghai believes it can be done. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Dec 2025
The pros and cons of using monorepos
Developers rely on monorepos to consolidate their build processes. Learn how centralized tooling, configurations and scripts support development initiatives. Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
The AI regulation gap: Is the UK’s pro-innovation approach enough?
As AI advances, the UK’s pro-innovation regulatory stance faces growing scrutiny. With non-statutory principles at its core, can the framework maintain public trust and provide effective oversight? Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Dec 2025
7 supply chain traceability challenges
Supply chain traceability faces challenges, like data fragmentation and poor visibility, that complicate compliance with regulations on sustainability and human rights. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Dec 2025
Microsoft Applied Skills program puts expertise to the test
Microsoft's Applied Skills help IT pros validate hands-on technical expertise and real-world skills. But what sets these credentials apart from traditional certifications? Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
OCR settles 54th HIPAA right of access case
Occupational health services provider Concentra will pay OCR $112,500 to resolve alleged HIPAA right of access failures. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Dec 2025
How AI is transforming project management in 2026
As the project management field increasingly embraces AI-powered software, the benefits can help organizations thrive -- but only if the risks are properly considered too. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Dec 2025
New Texas HIE agreement aims to end decades of data silos
A historic pact between Texas HIEs establishes bidirectional admission, discharge and transfer data exchange. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Dec 2025
Top 5G limitations and challenges for businesses
5G continues to expand to more areas, but reliance on older infrastructure, a new security model and variations in cost and performance mean businesses should choose carefully. Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
Fortinet vulnerabilities prompt pre-holiday warnings
Analysts track exploitation of two vulnerabilities disclosed last week by Fortinet Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
Freshwave, O2 enhance mobile connectivity for Guildford
Neutral host provider teams with leading UK comms operator and Surrey County Council to deliver 13 4G/5G outdoor small cells to country’s largest conurbation, with nine already live Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
GCC operators line up behind 10GIGA vision as 5G-Advanced moves from trials to scale
Industry leaders say spectrum clarity, AI-native networks and ecosystem coordination will define the next phase of ultra-wideband connectivity and lay the foundations for future 6G services Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
MHRA seeks views on healthcare AI regulation
Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) wants to know how to regulate AI technologies in the NHS while keeping patients safe Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
Pax8 heralds the year of the MIP
The arrival of agentic AI is changing the way the channel operates, and that shift has been identified by the marketplace specialist Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
Saudia Arabia’s STC commits to five-year network upgrade programme with Ericsson
Five-year framework agreement focuses on cloud-native networks, AI-driven operations and advanced 5G capabilities as the operator aligns infrastructure investment with Vision 2030 goals Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
From Kuwait to Brazil: Inside the network behind real-time robotic surgery
Zain Omantel International and Zain Kuwait deliver ultra-low latency network enabling live telesurgery between Kuwait and Brazil, highlighting the role of advanced connectivity in digital healthcare transformation Continue Reading
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Opinion
18 Dec 2025
Passwords to prompts: Identity and AI redefined cyber in 2025
As we prepare to close out 2025, the Computer Weekly Security Think Tank panel looks back at the past year, and ahead to 2026. Continue Reading
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Opinion
18 Dec 2025
Cyber resilience will define winners and losers in 2026
As we prepare to close out 2025, the Computer Weekly Security Think Tank panel looks back at the past year, and ahead to 2026. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Dec 2025
CraftStory developers expand & extend AI video generation services
Companies, both small and large, are starting to adopt AI videos not only for ads, but for marketing content, comms and education. As production costs drop thanks to AI, it becomes much easier for ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Dec 2025
Stack Overflow: The invisible platform engineer: why developers still need human interaction
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Peter O'Connor, Senior Director, Engineering, Stack Overflow. Stack Overflow is known for its developer question and answer ... Continue Reading
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News
18 Dec 2025
AI safeguards improving, says UK government-backed body
Inaugural AI Security Institute report claims that safeguards in place to ensure AI models behave as intended seem to be improving Continue Reading