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UK government funds 18 projects to develop anti-drone technologies
Government has listened to ideas, is now funding the development of proof-of-concepts and prototypes.
After Brexit, Europe wants cybersecurity pact with UK
A joint response to security threats will be a key part of the future relationship says Europe's chief Brexit negotiator.
Online banking's next big challenge: Stopping the wave of IT disasters
The Treasury Committee's latest report shows that banks are not prepared for the technical challenges of online banking – and their IT shortcomings have made for "unacceptable" customer service.
London police software quarantines thousands of cybercrime reports
Over 9,000 cybercrime reports got quarantined by accident.
No-deal Brexit: The privacy regulatory landscape is about to become more complex than ever
Three most common questions your peers are asking about Brexit.
The impact of Brexit on CISOs
For security leaders wondering how all of this may affect them, we advise CISOs to focus on three primary areas of concern.
Wanted: Someone brave enough to fill the biggest job in government tech
After being left vacant for two years, one of the biggest jobs in government tech could soon be filled. But candidates face a long list of challenges.
UK ends quest to create online porn block
While ending its plans for overt age verification, the UK government said it remains committed to "protecting children online".
VPN users: If you're on Fortinet, Palo Alto, Pulse Secure, patch now, warns spy agency
State-sponsored hackers are currently targeting UK and international organizations with VPN exploits.
US, UK, and Australia jointly request for Facebook to stop end-to-end encryption plans
Trio call for Facebook to allow law enforcement to obtain lawful access to content in a readable and usable format.
UK cybersecurity agency warns devs to drop Python 2 due to looming EOL & security risks
NCSC likens companies continuing to use Python 2 past its EOL to tempting another WannaCry or Equifax incident.
Investments in UK tech startups hit record levels in 2019, despite looming Brexit
Foreign investment in UK tech startups booms but tech job openings take a dive.
Regulators from Australia, Canada, UK hit Facebook with Libra privacy concerns
Facebook's history of mishandling data has come back to haunt it as the privacy and regulatory community team up to probe the social media giant on Libra.
Bradford man arrested over Lancaster University hacking spree
It is suspected the 25-year-old compromised student application records.
UK still can't make a decision about Huawei and 5G
Despite warning that the delay is hurting its international standing, the UK still not ready to make a decision about the use of Huawei technologies in 5G networks.
Photos: Battling cyber-attacks from an underground bunker
A wargame aimed at finding hidden cyber-security talent took place in Winston Churchill's wartime bunker.
Top 5 government IT disasters besides Healthcare.gov
The government program generally known as Obamacare is the poster child for poor government IT work. There have been others though.
NSA mass surveillance leaks: Timeline of events to date
The U.S. government mass surveillance scandal may be the biggest ongoing story of the year. In this updating timeline, you can explore the full scope of the Edward Snowden leaks, which have implicated the world's most powerful nations in the worldwide spying operation.
Assange's options: How could he escape the UK?
Despite Wikileaks' founder Julian Assange's successful asylum bid, he picked the worst embassy to try and escape from. Here's why, and how he could possibly evade the U.K. authorities.
Wikileaks' Assange gives media statement in London: photos
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange gave a statement to protesters and the media from the Ecuadorian embassy in London on Sunday.
Apple iPad design - it's been done before (images)
Really Apple? The iPad design is so new, so unique, that you can use it to legally ban the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 from the EU? I Don't Think So.
Activists, artists review state of digital rights
ZDNet UK attended the first ORGCon, an Open Rights Group conference featuring panelists who discussed topics ranging from copyright to content distribution
Issue-by-issue: parties' tech policies compared
Tech election 2010: having spoken to a range of political parties, ZDNet UK lines up their tech policies on the key issues for a side-by-side view
Protestors take copyright bill fears to parliament
At a demonstration outside the Houses of Parliament, campaigners protested at the Digital Economy Bill's provisions for suspending people's internet connections
Cumbria community digs NHS-funded fibre
The Alston Moor area will have next-generation broadband connectivity by the end of the year, thanks to a social enterprise rollout that is partly funded by the NHS
Ex-MI6 chief weighs in on key cybersecurity risks for organizations
Taking these steps can tighten security significantly, according to the former director of the UK's secret intelligence service.
State-backed hacking group steps up campaign against VPN services
If you're on Fortinet, Palo Alto, Pulse Secure, patch now, warns UK spy agency
Political uncertainty forces UK mobile networks to make own choices in 5G rollout
While the race for Number 10 continues, the UK's mobile networks are gambling that the new Prime Minister will let them use Huawei equipment in their 5G networks.
£183 million: British Airways faces record fine for data breach
Information Commissioner's Office intends to fine airline for “poor security arrangements” - British Airways says it's “surprised and disappointed” by planned penalty.
UK's tax authority forced to delete 5 million biometric records
'Biggest ever' deletion of biometric data by government comes after HMRC obtained data "unlawfully" according to privacy regulator.
Why UK plans to use Huawei tech in 5G networks despite US pressure
A complex set of considerations will have informed the UK's decision-making around 5G. Read more: https://zd.net/2GVpVWs
And now what? For the UK tech sector, Brexit extension means more uncertainty
A new 'Brextension' delays the UK leaving the European Union until October. But the continued uncertainty around Brexit is leaving many in the technology industry confused, frustrated - and losing out on business.
Another Brexit delay continues to fuel confusion in the UK
ZDNet's Danny Palmer tells TechRepublic's Karen Roby about the latest Brexit decision that is, yet again, delaying the UK from leaving the European Union until October. Read more: https://zd.net/2IzAH5Z
France wants to create 'Le Silicon Valley' of Paris with a new tech visa program
France says while the UK is making tech talent feel less welcome, it is opening its doors. Read more: https://zd.net/2CjAYpA
Brexit: Early-stage tech investment shows worrying signs in the UK
The landscape for tech startup funding has shifted significantly since the 2016 Brexit vote.
Jobs, R&D, and data: No-deal Brexit rattles UK tech industry
Impact of no-deal Brexit is already being felt on recruitment and investment. And uncharted waters lay ahead. Read more: https://zd.net/2Gc3YDm
UK tech sector says it will suffer greatly under no-deal Brexit
Despite the growing risk of a no-deal Brexit, many tech companies don't know how to prepare themselves -- or even whether they can.
The impact of the US government shutdown on key websites and cybersecurity
Over 80 government websites are down after TLS certificates expired and there's nobody on hand to renew them. Read more: https://zd.net/2TLRy81
Fax no more: British NHS on its path to modernization
NHS ordered to replace paper-based communications with secure email.
Huawei warns bans will increase prices and put US behind in 5G race
Huawei says that restricting competition will increase prices and delay the implementation of 5G, putting the US behind rival countries.
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