Skills shortage stories - Page 7
AI agent from Tenzai ranks in top 1% of global CTFs
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Tenzai's autonomous AI agent has placed in the top 1% of major global hacking CTF contests, beating more than 125,000 human rivals.
FIRST announces 2026 cyber security conference trio
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application security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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socs
FIRST to host three cybersecurity conferences in 2026 as it predicts annual CVE disclosures will surpass 50,000 for the first time.
UK lags China & US in race to digital, AI-led factories
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digital transformation
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cartech
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digital twins
China and the US are racing ahead of the UK in adopting AI-led, software-defined factories, raising fresh fears over British competitiveness.
Capita expands Multiverse AI training to 750 staff
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digital transformation
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it automation
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rpa
Capita expands its Multiverse AI training to 750 staff, after early cohorts saved 10 hours a week each and delivered 400 automation projects.
Clevertouch unveils lovemartech Academy for martech skills
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edutech
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crm
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digital transformation
Clevertouch launches lovemartech Academy, blending expert-led martech training, research and community to tackle complex tech stacks.
Tech Mahindra, Fortinet launch unified managed SASE
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
Tech Mahindra and Fortinet unveil a unified managed SASE service to simplify hybrid networks, strengthen security and cut operating costs.
UK firms face rising cyberwarfare threat & soaring ransoms
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ransomware
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
UK firms report rising nation-state cyberattacks as average ransomware payouts soar to GBP £7.71 million, outstripping security budgets.
Fluke adds AI tools to eMaint to aid maintenance teams
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manufacturing
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digital transformation
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iot
Fluke adds AI tools to eMaint, promising faster work orders, smarter PMs and voice-driven guidance for stretched maintenance teams.
Finastra forms central AI hub & hires senior leader
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digital transformation
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fintech
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cx
Finastra launches a central AI hub and names Chris McClellen as group head, boosting hiring in Atlanta and India to scale its initiatives.
CyberNorth unveils new look & confirms leadership team
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digital transformation
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fintech
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cybersecurity
CyberNorth unveils refreshed brand and names Jon Holden CEO, as it strengthens its leadership to drive cyber growth in North East England.
UK faces 120,000 tech skills shortfall by 2035, report warns
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edutech
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semiconductors
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quantum computing
The UK risks a 120,000-strong tech talent gap by 2035, with AI, cyber security and semiconductor roles hardest hit, a report warns.
Leading security in the AI era: Why CISOs must secure AI while using AI to secure the enterprise
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data protection
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devops
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digital transformation
CISOs now face a dual AI mandate: securing fast‑growing AI systems while deploying AI to transform and harden enterprise defences.
Phoenix Software named fourth on UK Best Workplaces list
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it industry
York-based Phoenix Software has been ranked fourth in Great Place to Work UK's Best Workplaces 2026 list for large employers.
Midmarket firms overconfident as cyber tools fall short
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devops
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Midmarket security chiefs brim with confidence yet lack the tools, staff and speed to keep pace with fast-moving cyber threats, survey finds.
UK unveils TechFirst push to boost women in digital jobs
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risk & compliance
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smb
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public sector
UK launches TechFirst drive with GBP £4 million women's tech programme, paid placements and returnships to plug digital skills gaps.
ConnectWise unit maps IT pay trends, automation push
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digital transformation
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it automation
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partner programmes
Service Leadership's 2026 IT pay report links eased wage inflation and new 'Digital Worker' automation metrics to profitability for providers.
Skills-based cyber talent practices boost retention
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hcm
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socs
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ai
Skills-focused cyber talent strategies can save firms over USD $125,000 per hire, boosting retention, speed to recruit and women's leadership.
Isle of Man hosts first spring interceltic business forum
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manufacturing
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ai
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clean technologies
The Isle of Man hosts its first Spring Interceltic Business Forum, uniting Celtic regions to forge economic, tech and green growth ties.
Pixel Kicks revamps Moss Side youth charity website
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digital transformation
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martech
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e-commerce
Manchester agency Pixel Kicks has delivered a pro bono overhaul of Hideaway Youth Project's website, boosting the Moss Side charity's reach.
Entrepreneurs turn to AI for efficiency, not new markets
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robots
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manufacturing
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data analytics
Entrepreneurs increasingly see AI as a tool for efficiency and cost-cutting, not a springboard to new markets or sustainability goals.