Richard Horne, chair of PwC UK’s cyber security practice, appointed as new CEO of the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). He succeeds Lindy Cameron and will shape the UK’s national cyber security strategy, including: • Building cyber resilience • Ensuring security for emerging technologies like AI and quantum • Managing critical cyber incidents Horne…
Dutch-French vehicle hire startup Dott is utilizing the Internet of Things (IoT) to effectively manage its fleet of 50,000 shared electric scooters and bikes across major European cities. Each vehicle is equipped with IoT components that communicate real-time data, such as battery levels and GPS locations, to Dott’s back-end systems. Key features and functionalities include:…
The article highlights the increasing awareness among IT leaders in the UK and Ireland about the value of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). Key points are: • 73% of organizations now have a CISO, a 35% increase year-over-year, with 15% planning to hire one by 2026. • However, there is confusion about the CISO’s role,…
Cloud maturity is increasing, but organizations face several challenges during migration that can make it more difficult or expensive. The adoption pattern has evolved due to the pandemic, shifting from storage and applications to optimizing costs as the low-hanging fruit has been migrated. Key challenges include: • Understanding application dependencies and mapping critical components for…
The cloud’s scalability has driven massive organizational data migration, addressing initial adoption fears. However, constantly expanding cloud environments to accommodate data growth is expensive. By 2025, global data storage will reach 180 zettabytes, doubling 2020 levels. Handling this data securely amplifies costs further. To control cloud spending without compromising benefits: • Consider hybrid/multi-cloud strategies for…