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UK MoD awards more than two dozen contracts for AI targeting systems

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The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded contracts to more than two dozen companies to develop autonomous targeting systems for the UK’s armed forces, but critics warn that speeding up targeting decisions with artificial intelligence (AI) will inevitably lead to greater civilian casualties. In mid-January 2026, the MoD named a group of 26 companies that…

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US lawmakers quiz Meta over ‘dangerous’ facial-recognition plans for smart glasses

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US lawmakers have written to the social media company Meta demanding answers over proposals to introduce facial-recognition technology to its smart glasses, which the lawmakers say puts the privacy and civil liberties of citizens at risk. Democratic senators have written to Meta’s chairman and CEO Mark Zuckerberg, warning that the “uniquely dangerous” plans could accelerate…

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Chief data officers hire for tech innovation

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While the role of chief digital officer (CDO) is regarded as quite diverse, a study from Deloitte suggests CDOs recognise the need for a strong data strategy, regardless of whether their organisation’s operational model is centralised or decentralised. Deloitte noted that it’s important for CDOs to outline a clear direction of travel for data in…

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Gitex 2025: Help AG aims to be global cyber force as UAE leads AI security transformation

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As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) cements its position as one of the world’s most advanced cyber-resilient nations, Help AG has emerged as a strategic cyber security enabler for governments and critical industries across the region. Operating as the dedicated cyber security arm of e& enterprise, the digital services business of Emirati state-owned telecoms provider…

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Will AI wipe out entry-level jobs?

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Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has become the latest to add his voice to a cacophony of warnings that artificial intelligence (AI) is eliminating entry-level jobs. A recent report by job search engine Adzuna indicated that vacancies for graduate jobs, apprenticeships, internships and junior jobs with no degree requirement had dropped 32% since the launch of…

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Most Influential Women in UK Tech: The 2025 longlist

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Computer Weekly’s list of the most influential women in UK technology has been running since 2012, launched to promote a discussion surrounding the role of women in the technology sector during a time when the lack of diversity in tech was only beginning to be considered. When it was launched, the list only featured 25…

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Leak has me believing that AMD might finally do the right thing and bring FSR 4 to RX 7000 GPUs

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AMD has accidentally leaked the source code for FSR 4Clues within that code suggest it could be working to bring FSR 4 to older Radeon GPUsIt’s feasible this could happen, and it seems AMD is certainly trying to make it workIt seems AMD has accidentally released the full source code for FSR 4, and clues…

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AMD’s new FSR 4 tech can offer big graphics gains, but there’s something PC gamers need to know

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AMD’s FSR 4 performance is slightly weaker than FSR 3, based on new FidelityFX SDK 2.0 demo testThe performance difference is only 5%, which isn’t significant, but can be at much lower frame rates or weaker GPUsFSR 4 may still be the best choice for RDNA 4 GPU usersAMD’s FSR upscaling technology has come a…

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Scattered Spider playbook evolving fast, says Microsoft

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Microsoft has rolled out a series of targeted enhancements across its Defender and Sentinel cyber security ecosystem designed to help its customers guard against the possibility of falling victim to Scattered Spider as the cyber gang continues to evolve its playbook. Scattered Spider – referred to in Microsoft’s threat telemetry as Octo Tempest – ramped…

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Travelex replacing its software spine as part of cloud migration

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Travelex is replacing multiple legacy core supply chain systems with an off-the-shelf alternative, as it seeks to complete its transition to the cloud.Meanwhile, as part of its wider transformation, its in-house software development teams work with technologies such as machine learning to develop systems to predict demand and pricing.The supply chain system replacement project, which…

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