Most UK firms ignore security in tech investments

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ISSUE DATE: 28 August 2019 TOP STORIES Most UK firms ignore security in tech investments Less than a quarter of UK firms prioritise security when investing in new technology, despite the threat of cyber attacks and data protection regulations, a survey reveals. READ MORE → Ransomware has evolved into a serious enterprise threat Ransomware has seen a resurgence since the start of 2019, with cyber criminals changing code and tactics to target enterprises and local authorities for higher ransom payments, McAfee researchers warn. READ MORE → Employees, MSPs and developers top third-party risks Employees, managed service providers and developers are the top sources of third-party risks in terms of data security, a survey reveals, highlighting the value of workplace monitoring. READ MORE → ADVERTISEMENT

IN DEPTH Ireland’s power network needs €9bn investment by 2027 to sustain datacentre sector, claims report Report by the Irish Academy of Engineering highlights how the expansion of Ireland’s datacentre industry has contributed to it becoming the country's biggest source of growth in terms of energy demand.  READ MORE → Councils deliver savings through digital initiatives Projects under the Digital Channel Shift programme reported fivefold return on investment. READ MORE → Oracle to launch fresh court appeal against US Department of Defense’s $10bn JEDI cloud contract Database giant has confirmed it will appeal the US Federal Court’s dismissal of its previous legal challenge over JEDI cloud contract. READ MORE → Government to ease planning laws for mobile networks Westminster is seeking input on four key proposals to make it easier to build and operate 5G mobile networks. READ MORE →

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