Impractical outrage: IEA economist responds to Oxfam report
Professor Len Shackleton, IEA Editorial and Research Fellow comments on Oxfam's annual report on global wealth inequality
Updated: Mon Jan 16 2023
techUK statement on an amendment to introduce expanded senior management liability provisions in the Online Safety Bill
Amendments have been presented by MPs that introduce expanded senior management liability provisions to the Online Safety Bill
Updated: Mon Jan 16 2023
Welcome to techUKs National Security Week #NatSec2023
This week, techUK is showcasing pioneering work across the technology sector which has the power to contribute to and transform UK national security and techUK's members thought leadership on this.
Updated: Mon Jan 16 2023
Government Science for Office publishes Wireless 2030 report
The Government Office for Science has published its Wireless 2030 report, examining four possible scenarios for the future of wireless connectivity in the UK.
Updated: Fri Jan 13 2023
More needs to be done to reboot the economy, says IEA Fellow
Julian Jessop, Economics Fellow at the Institute of Economic Affairs comments on November's GDP figures
Updated: Fri Jan 13 2023
techUK | How do we advance international collaboration for the future of compute? | Summary
This session convened international leaders to explore how to challenge barriers limiting international collaboration as advancements in high-performance compute infrastructure unlock further opportunities for research and innovation.
Updated: Fri Jan 13 2023
The criticality of telecoms in the digitalisation of energy
Guest blog by Archie Breare, Telecoms Programme Intern at techUK.
Updated: Fri Jan 13 2023
The night sky in January
This month there is a chance to see all of the planets in our Solar System, as well as the Pleiades star cluster, Andromeda galaxy, and a comet!
Updated: Fri Jan 13 2023
The state of AI in the UK: What we can expect from 2023 and beyond
As we begin 2023, it is worth reflecting on the progress of AI adoption and what we can anticipate for the year ahead. It is commonly stated that the UK is a global leader in AI, with a cutting-edge research and innovation sector. Nevertheless, AI remains to be at an early stage of development, although some markets, sectors and individual businesses are more advanced than others
Updated: Fri Jan 13 2023
WEF Global Risk Report 2023: What does it mean for Tech?
New WEF report outlines the global risk landscape with implications for the tech sector and sustainability
Updated: Fri Jan 13 2023
IFS - Large real cuts to student financial support to become permanent
The government has allowed the large cuts to student support since 2020/21 to become baked in.
Updated: Thu Jan 12 2023
IFS - Young people who graduated into pandemic suffered no lasting effects on careers, but next two waves of graduates f
In 2020-21, the total number of hours worked by young people aged 16-24 fell by more than a fifth from 2019-20, a drop of over a billion hours.
Updated: Thu Jan 12 2023
The Kings Fund responds to the latest NHS performance stats
There is no shying away from the reality that the NHS is deep in crisis, as demonstrated by unprecedented strikes and widespread, serious and sustained problems in quality of care, despite the best efforts of health care staff.
Updated: Thu Jan 12 2023
Work Foundation - Sunsetting EU laws risks rights of more than 8.6 million UK workers
Government plans to rush the sunsetting' of EU laws by the end of 2023 will put the rights and protections of more than 8.6 million UK workers at risk, the Work Foundation warns.
Updated: Thu Jan 12 2023
Crypto; what is it and how does the law work when things go wrong?
In this video, aimed at all levels of knowledge and expertise in the Crypto world, we hear from Shoosmiths' Blockchain Litigation Lead, Matt Green in his interview with Andy Thornley, Head of Financial Services at techUK, as they discuss what crypto assets are and what they can be used for, as well as unpacking the issue of crypto assets as property'
Updated: Wed Jan 11 2023
Making better, faster decisions with quantum computing
Industry partner PA Consulting has worked with Dstl on prototype tools using advanced quantum principles alongside essential elements of human decision-making.
Updated: Wed Jan 11 2023
Overview of the health and social care programme plans for 2023
The techUK Health and Social Care team have been busy finalising our plans for 2023 and are excited to provide members with an overview of our priorities!
Updated: Wed Jan 11 2023
Prestigious military honours for Dstl staff
Dr Hilary Bird was recognised for her exceptional scientific research and Warrant Officer Class 1 Ian Barrett for his long and meritorious service.
Updated: Wed Jan 11 2023
Foreign Affairs Committee publishes Integrated Review Update Report
The House of Commons Foreign Affairs Committee has published its report on the update to the Integrated Review
Updated: Tue Jan 10 2023
The solution to plastic waste is better plastics, not banning shapes, says IEA expert
IEA Chief Operating Officer Andy Mayer, commented on the introduction of a new single-use plastic ban in England
Updated: Tue Jan 10 2023
techUK at CES 2023 - Day Three: Best Innovations in Smart/Connected Home
The most exciting smart / connected home developments we're seeing on the show floor at CES 2023
Updated: Mon Jan 09 2023
techUK Digital Energy Transition Campaign Week #DigitalEnergyTransition
At present day, we are faced with grand challenges on ensuring the cost of energy is affordable for consumers and that there is sufficient supply, as well as balancing policy and regulation to deliver net zero.
Updated: Mon Jan 09 2023
IPPR responds to Starmer speech: partnership approach is right for the economy, alongside greater investment
Carys Roberts, executive director of IPPR responds to the Labour leader's first major speech of 2023
Updated: Fri Jan 06 2023
Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmers New Year Speeches, what do they mean for UK tech?
The Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition have set out their plans for the year ahead, but what does this tell us about how the Government and Opposition might approach the tech sector?
Updated: Fri Jan 06 2023
techUK CES 2023 - Day One: Applying tech to global challenges
Tech companies highlight their role in addressing global challenges at CES 2023 in Las Vegas
Updated: Fri Jan 06 2023