Government sets out tighter security measures for IoT devices

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ISSUE DATE: 7 March 2018 TOP STORIES Government sets out tighter security measures for IoT devices The government has announced plans to develop a new code of practice to improve the security of connected internet of things devices. READ MORE → US defence chiefs cut $1bn cloud contract with AWS partner amid anti-trust complaints The US Department of Defense confirms it is revising down the cost and scope of a billion dollar cloud deal awarded to an AWS partner, after critics picked holes in the procurement process. READ MORE → EC to boost cyber security support and collaboration The European Commission is focused on boosting cyber security support and collaboration throughout the European Union. READ MORE → ADVERTISEMENT

IN DEPTH G-Cloud 10 launch date confirmed for June 2018 The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) confirms it will start accepting new bids from suppliers wanting to join the tenth iteration of the G-Cloud framework from April 2018, in anticipation of the next version going live in June.  READ MORE → Infosys hires thousands more US staff as part of recruitment pledge Indian company opens new tech centre in the US to help fulfil its promise to hire more American workers while adapting to changing IT services trends. READ MORE → Co-op trials pay-in-aisle technology Food retailer Co-op plans to introduce a smartphone self-checkout system so customers can pay for goods without visiting a till. READ MORE → Banks more confident than other sectors in face of digital disruption Banks have accepted the changes brought about by digital disruption and are confident that new technologies will be core to their business success, according to a survey by Fujitsu. READ MORE →

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