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Entrust nShield 5 HSMs achieve FIPS 140-3 certification

Entrust's nShield 5 hardware security modules have earned FIPS 140-3 certification, ensuring rigorous data security for clients worldwide.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024

Smart Cities

Unlocking the potential of AI for good in smart cities

AI is set to transform urban living through Smart Cities, enhancing public welfare and citizen satisfaction while prioritising ethics and sustainability.

By SenSen • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024

Data governance

EU AI Act prompts UK firms to adapt for seamless compliance

As the EU AI Act takes effect, UK firms must quickly adapt to comply with new regulations, affecting sectors from technology to finance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024

Cloud Security

SentinelOne launches Singularity Cloud Security in the EU

SentinelOne has rolled out Singularity Cloud Native Security in the EU, hosted in Frankfurt, ensuring GDPR compliance and enhanced cloud protection for European firms.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024

Biometrics

Digital identity apps to hit 5.2bn installations by 2029

A new study by Juniper Research predicts digital identity app installations will soar to 5.2 billion globally by 2029, driven by regulatory standards and biometric verification.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024

Risk & Compliance

Sovos & PwC Ireland form partnership to enhance e-invoicing

Sovos and PwC Ireland join forces to bolster e-invoicing and e-reporting solutions, aiming to streamline compliance in response to new EU mandates.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024

eCommerce

The Byte Channel & Arxanum ink deal for EU VAT services in ANZ

The Byte Channel partners with Arxanum to provide EU VAT compliance services to businesses in Australia and New Zealand, streamlining cross-border eCommerce.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024

Investment

UK science superpower aspirations hindered by short-termism

A new report from the Council on Geostrategy criticises the UK's short-termism, hindering its science and tech ambitions, as a snap election looms.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024

Power / Energy

M-Cube debuts 'Green Signage' to cut energy use by half

M-Cube has launched its 'Green Signage' protocol, promising to cut digital signage energy use by up to 50%, aligning with new EU sustainability regulations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024

Risk & Compliance

Cybersecurity compliance remains a challenge amid new regulations

Regulations are reshaping cybersecurity strategies with 93% of organisations revising their approaches, while only 40% feel ready to meet new demands.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

European Union (EU) stories

Artificial Intelligence

UK boards lack trust in executives, focus on cybersecurity

Heidrick and Struggles' 2024 Board Monitor Report reveals a lack of trust between UK boards and executives, with 22% of respondents noting distrust concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024

Physical Security

Experts weigh in on the complexities of the EU AI Act implementation

Experts are voicing concerns and insights as the EU AI Act, due to take effect on 1 August 2024, introduces new compliance challenges for the tech sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024

EduTech

Small UK businesses face cyber security challenges & solutions

UK firms reported 2.39 million cybercrimes in 2023, with small businesses facing unique challenges. Markel Direct's Rob Rees outlines key strategies for protection.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024

EduTech

Aston University sets world record in data transmission speed

Aston University researchers shatter data transmission speed record, reaching 402 terabits per second with advanced optical fibre technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024

Supply Chain

RELEX Solutions unveils AI CO2 tool to aid retail sustainability

RELEX Solutions has unveiled an AI-driven CO2 Analytics tool to help firms track and report CO2 emissions from purchased goods, aligning with new regulations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024

Multi-factor authentication

Experts warn of escalating threats across European sports and travel sectors

Cyber-attacks on European sports websites surge by 59% in January and 66% in March, with threats extending to travel, airlines, entertainment, and betting sectors.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024

Virtual Private Networks

Hetzner unveils new cloud server plans from EUR €3.79 per month

Hetzner has unveiled four new shared vCPU cloud server plans, starting at EUR €3.79 per month, featuring Intel processors to cater to a variety of applications.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024

Data Protection

Australia's National Cybersecurity Act races against technological advancement

Australia's fragmented cybersecurity laws face overhaul as new National Cybersecurity Act aims to modernise protection against AI and quantum computing threats.

By Andrew Wilson • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Jun 2024

Supply Chain

OpenSSF joins forces with Eclipse Foundation for EU CRA initiative

The Open Source Security Foundation partners with the Eclipse Foundation and others to shape the EU's Cyber Resilience Act, aiming to enhance software supply chain security.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024