Reform UK to pilot Doge-style scheme to examine council spending
Reform UK, the political party led by Nigel Farage, is set to pilot a controversial scheme in Kent aimed at scrutinising council spending, inspired by strategies used by Elon Musk.…
University’s tech entanglements with Russia and China | Africans help build Putin’s suicide drones | Brazilians will be able to sell their digital data
Summary A recent report reveals concerning links between a major British university’s joint venture campus in China and entities sanctioned due to their connections with Russia’s actions in Ukraine and…
Data Security: Safe and Sound
HR leaders play a crucial role in safeguarding personal data by fostering a culture of data security, offering employee training, and partnering with IT. Recent trends show that organisations are…
Technology & Digital round-up: June 2025
In this edition of the Technology & Digital round-up, we look at key updates on the topics of cyber, AI and data. This is followed by a selection of other…
INE Security Alert: $16.6 Billion in Cyber Losses Underscore Critical Need for Advanced Security Training
INE Security has revealed alarming data indicating the severe impact of cybercrime, with losses climbing to $16.6 billion in 2024 — a staggering 33% increase from the previous year. This…
ThreatSpike raises $14M to simplify cybersecurity with unified platform
UK-based cybersecurity firm ThreatSpike has secured $14 million in Series A funding to bolster its innovative approach to enterprise security. The investment will help develop a unified platform designed to…
How NATO is turning to startups to outpace its rivals
War is being redefined by technology, and NATO is stepping up by collaborating with startups to stay ahead. Launched in June 2023, the DIANA initiative aims to fund and facilitate…
Bankers Association’s attack on cybersecurity transparency
A coalition of banking industry associations, including SIFA, the American Bankers Association (ABA), and Bank Policy Institute (BPI), have written to the SEC urging them to scrap the rule requiring…
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: June 3, 2025
As the demand for cybersecurity professionals continues to surge, here’s a collection of exciting job openings currently available across different locations and companies. If you’re looking to start or advance…
Personal information stolen from Cartier in latest cyber attack
Luxury brand Cartier has fallen victim to a cyber attack, highlighting the ongoing threat that retailers face in the digital age. The company, owned by Richemont, has communicated to customers…