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New IT consultancy launched to support SMEs

A new IT consultancy firm, SecureNet Consulting , has been launched in the South West to guide and consult on small and medium businesses in Torbay and the wider region, and ensure their businesses are protected and not falling behind.

SWTD spoke to SecureNet’s founder about the company, his ambitions and why he has launched this new venture.

Firstly, tell us about SecureNet and...
Ryan Pullen

Up-and-coming cyber security provider Stripe OLT appoints new director

Cyber security specialist and Microsoft partner Stripe OLT has announced that Ryan Pullen has joined the company board as its Director of Cyber Security.

Pullen originally joined the company in 2020 as Head of Cyber Security. He has spent the last three years establishing an award-winning managed cyber security arm of the business which has brought continued growth year-on-year....

Cyber security is a growing threat facing mid-market UK businesses

Cyber Security: The UK mid-market on Code Red

South West cyber security specialists Censornet , sponsors of the SW Tech Analysis Report 2022 , provide inside on the growing cyber threat facing British businesses - and how to respond.

Hackers are shifting from “big-game” to mid-sized targets

The UK is a popular target for cyber-attacks. It is now the third most targeted nation by hostile states, according to cabinet minister...

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Timewade: 5 tips to boost your cyber security

Cyber attacks are on the rise, and becoming increasingly sophisticated. When deploying technology, cyber security as standard is essential to make sure your employees, customers and business are safe from the threat of viruses, malware, hackers and human error.

Read on for key advice from Timewade’s expert team on boosting your cyber security. For specialist support, get in touch to...

McLaren Formula 1 Team selects Immersive Labs as Official Partner supporting cyber workforce optimiz

McLaren accelerates cyber workforce optimization with Immersive Labs

Bristol-based cyber security firm Immersive Labs has announced a multi-year partnership with McLaren Racing as an Official Partner supporting cyber workforce optimization of the McLaren F1 team. The deal, announced on the Immersive Labs website, sees the team using the Immersive Labs Platform, as well as carrying branding on both cars from the 2022 season.

With valuable intellectual...

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The rise of phishing - and how to fight back

Insight provided by techhnology strategy experts Timewade .

We’ve all heard that cyberthreats are on the rise. In this blog we look at the rise of phishing, explaining what it is, why it’s on the rise and how to combat it.

What is phishing?

Phishing is a type of social engineering attack, often used to steal user data, including passwords or bank details. It is considered...

Golden Valley Development selects partner for £1bn first phase

The Golden Valley Development, an ambitious project aiming to deliver the UK's first cyber campus, has announced its preferred development partner to assist in the £1bn first phase of the programme.

HBD X Factory, a joint venture between UK property developer HBD and the international innovation campus developer Factory, will work on the the Golden Valley Development in Cheltenham....

Software Cornwall's Tech Connect Event, July 2021

Software Cornwall hosts Tech Connect event on July 22nd

Software Cornwall are hosting their quartlery Tech Connect event on Thursday 22nd July, 1-3pm.

Tech Connect events offer the perfect opportunity to engage with Software Cornwall members as well as the wider tech and software community. They can include a mixture of talks, workshops and some guided networking.

This month's Tech Connect will explore facial recognition, virtual...