Governement-IT

Brexit Concern As EU and US Agree To Strengthen Privacy Shield

The United States and EU agree to modify data transfer pact, but what now for the UK?

8 years ago

US Senate Blocks Expansion Of FBI Surveillance Powers

Proposal would have allowed FBI to access vast amounts of Internet metadata without a warrant

8 years ago

EU Referendum Casts Shadow On London Technology Week

ANALYSIS: Can London remain the 'tech capital of Europe' if it goes against the wishes of the industry and vote…

8 years ago

IBM, Microsoft And BT Urge UK To Vote ‘Remain’ In EU Referendum

34 leading UK tech executives say a Brexit would harm tech companies and their customers while damaging the British economy

8 years ago

G-Cloud Dream Is ‘Dying’, Claims Founding Adopter

Early G-Cloud adopter claims framework is dying, and slams “pitiful returns”, buyer attitudes and broken app store

8 years ago

Investigatory Powers Bill Is Passed By Parliament

Most Labour MPs join the Conservatives to pass controversial surveillance legislation in Parliament

8 years ago

Local Council Digital Projects Show Data Exchange Concerns

Local council digital pilot projects have made significant savings but also uncovered problems including security issues

8 years ago

Open Data For Social Good: The Case For Better Transport Services

ANALYSIS: Martin Howell from Cubic Transportation Systems explores how open data can transform urban mass transit

8 years ago

Poll: Is UK Tech Better Off In The European Union?

EU referendum: UK tech firms want to stay in the EU but what do you think about a potential Brexit?

8 years ago

National Cyber Security Centre To Offer Cyber Advice For Businesses

Government announces GCHQ's National Cyber Security Centre to provide businesses with security guidance

8 years ago

GDPR: What Are We Going To Do With Your Data?

DQM's Christine Andrews tells us why controlling your data will be key under the new GDPR rulings

8 years ago

Privacy Shield Setback After Officials Demand More Time

Meeting with European officials fails to reach agreement on data sharing agreement with the United States

9 years ago

EU Referendum: A Third Of Tech Firms Have No Plans For Brexit

More than half of tech firms have had no discussion about the impact of Brexit on business. Of those that…

9 years ago

GDS: Digital Revolution Will Change Way Citizens Interact With Government By 2030

Government Digital Services (GDS) chief Stephen Foreshew-Cain says digital will mark the biggest transformation in the civil service since its…

9 years ago

Data Collecting Cycle Light Wins BT Connected Cities Competition

BT competition aims to find innovative smart city, IoT and connected society projects as it proclaims public sector services to…

9 years ago

Government: We ‘Must Help’ Workforce Retrain As Businesses Digitise

Minister for the Cabinet Office Matthew Hancock says digitisation and automation can help economy but recognises need to help people…

9 years ago

Zug, Switzerland Accepts Bitcoin For Public Services

Swiss city trials Bitcoin payments of up to £143 as part of wider trial to see how digital currencies can…

9 years ago

UK Civil Servants Are Becoming More Positive About Government IT

TechUK survey shows growing number of workers see tech as crucial to their jobs

9 years ago

Mayor Of London 2016: UKIP – London Tech Would Benefit From EU Brexit

UKIP's Peter Whittle says he is committed to London's tech scene, and thinks it would be better off if the…

9 years ago

Mayor Of London 2016: Caroline Pidgeon – Tech Success Depends On Staying In EU

Caroline Pidgeon says leaving the EU would damage London as a tech hub as she makes immigration, skills and open…

9 years ago

Mayor Of London 2016: Zac Goldsmith Urges Tech Not To Jeopardise Status Quo

Conservative candidate Zac Goldsmith promises to continue Boris Johnson's legacy with pro-tech policies, green tech hub, and broadband in tube…

9 years ago

Mayor Of London 2016: Green Party’s Sian Berry Knows Tech Issues ‘First Hand’

Green Party candidate Sian Berry explains to TechWeekEurope how she would promote the tech sector, diversity within IT and use…

9 years ago

Brazil Blocks WhatsApp For 72 Hours

Brazilian judge orders operators to block access in latest battle between country and WhatsApp

9 years ago

UK Government Signals Support For Blockchain

Minister says blockchain technology could be used to better track and distribute government grants

9 years ago

Conservative MP Tells Tech Firms To ‘Speak Up’ Against EU Brexit

Matt Warman says if technology firms are so in favour of staying in the EU, they should use their influence…

9 years ago

Uber Driver/Customer Data Sharing Raises Privacy Concerns

Uber disclosed info on 14 million of its users to US law enforcement and regulatory agencies, according to its transparency…

9 years ago

Attention, Londoners! Facebook Wants You To Vote

Newsfeed campaign looks to encourage Facebook users to register to vote in upcoming May 6 mayoral elections

9 years ago

Ed Vaizey: It’s Time To Embrace Technological Change

“Dazzling” potential of the Internet of Things among exciting prospects as Minister highlights continued government support for new technology

9 years ago

WhatsApp Switches On Full End-To-End Encryption For All Users

Update to WhatsApp should protect users from government snooping and cybercriminals

9 years ago

China Domain Proposals Prompt Web Crackdown Fears

Government proposal to create 'whitelist' of approved websites raises fears of further crackdowns on web users in China

9 years ago