Expert Opinions - Page 20

Unlocking leadership excellence in the digital age: Satya Nadella's blueprint for tech leaders

Satya Nadella's leadership ethos, combining authenticity, empathy, and intent, redefines success in the digital era, transforming both Microsoft's journey and tech industry paradigms.

By Larry Robertson • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024

Low code & No code

Survival of the fittest: Indie agencies facing the AI battle

As major networks invest heavily in AI, indie advertising firms are playing catch-up, leveraging cost-effective tools and their nimbleness to stay competitive in an increasingly automated industry.

By Helen Johnson • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024

DevOps

Zombie APIs: the resident evil in too many businesses

The unchecked use of Zombie APIs in businesses has underscored a rising cybersecurity threat, with attackers exploiting these neglected interfaces and costing firms up to $75bn annually.

By Matias Madou • 5 min read • Fri, 29th Mar 2024

Data Privacy

Technical education: shaping the workforce for the better

N3i champions T Level students to combat digital sector skills shortage, as the company advocates for technical education to future-proof the rapidly evolving tech industry.

By Kevin Sanders • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2024

Robotics

Can utilities keep the lights on in the face of extreme weather?

As extreme weather threatens energy infrastructures, UK utilities are seeking to bolster network resilience against outages, with smart technologies and AI playing a crucial role.

By Phil Beecher • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024

EduTech

Transforming legal firms into tech-savvy visionaries – the paradox

Despite acknowledging the benefits of technology, conservatism in legal firms is impeding the adoption of AI and legal tech tools; ongoing education and real-world examples may be the remedy.

By Stephen Butler • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Mar 2024

Digital Entertainment

The appeal of live streaming to grow online communities

Live streaming heightens online engagement, outpacing TV shows in views, with its raw, unfiltered content and real-time audience interaction, becoming a prime avenue for growing virtual communities.

By Taz Zammit • 6 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024

DataCentre infrastructure

How to do private Artificial Intelligence

Businesses adopt private AI models, utilising proprietary datasets on private infrastructure, to protect their sensitive data and intellectual property.

By Milind Wagle • 6 min read • Wed, 20th Mar 2024

Software-as-a-Service

Why Start-up CEOs no longer require a full-blown data team

Start-up CEOs are shifting from hiring single-person data teams to using boutique consultancies and Modern Data Stack solutions, reducing costs and complexity.

By Hugo Lu • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024

Digital Transformation

How to disrupt the AI copycat landscape in 2024

In 2024, AI copycats risk losing to innovative competitors as increased ethical checks and a crowded market demand unique, strategic AI applications, not imitation.

By Deanna Lanier • 6 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024

Unified Communications

Workplace communications: The role of AI and audio-visual solutions

AI and audio-visual technology are revolutionising workplace communications and increasing sustainability, set to automate 40% of the working day.

By Matthew Stradling • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2024

Artificial Intelligence

How AI and cybersecurity is shaping the 2024 election landscape

Tensions over AI-generated content and cybersecurity risks heighten as US voters express cross-party concern for the 2024 electoral landscape.

By Mary Mangione • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2024

Disaster Recovery

Fastrack Technology's three keys to making the most of colocation

As more businesses seek cloud-like features with regulatory compliance and security, colocation facilities have proven essential.

By Grace Tran • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2024

Malware

The convergence of endpoint security & automated investigation & response

Endpoint threats soared by 50% in 2023, prompting organisations to adopt Endpoint Automated Investigation and Response (EAIR) to enhance security and respond swiftly to data breaches.

By Nils Krumrey • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024

Digital Entertainment

IWD 2024: Transformative tech key to supporting student wellbeing

Higher Education institutions in the UK face considerable challenges as outdated tech intensifies problems around student wellbeing and retention.

By Sarah Fry • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024

Human Capital Management

Why companies are 'democratising' employee share plans in tough times

In light of increasing costs and dwindling margins, companies are shifting towards democratising employee share plans, offering equity ownership to a wider workforce as a strategic method of cost reduction and employee motivation.

By Jay Foley • 3 min read • Sat, 9th Mar 2024

Workplace

IWD 2024: How and why tech companies should help women reach the c-suite

Revealing only 26% of UK tech staff are women, an op-ed explores how tech firms can secure gender balance and women's progress to leadership roles.

By Katharina Richter-Weiss • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024

Crypto

IWD 2024: SocialFi is a new frontier – here's what you need to know

SocialFi, a blend of decentralised finance and social media, is gathering momentum, with platforms like KangaMoon and xNinja.Tech attracting thousands of users, and set to challenge traditional social media platforms.

By Magda Schmid-Debska • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024

International Women's Day

IWD 2024: Why we need to see more female leaders in Web3

Ahead of IWD 2024, addressing gender disparity in Web3 is essential, with 94% of crypto executive roles held by men and the gender pay gap in the UK financial sector at 23.3%.

By Rebecca Jones • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024

Workplace

IWD 2024: Fostering an unconditionally inclusive culture globally

The global push for an unconditionally inclusive culture is underlined, spotlighting the critical roles tech industries play in promoting diversity and gender equality.

By Pauline Yau • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024