All articles by Tom Ball
Tom Ball
UK university hackers read up on secret military tech
The number of cyberattacks against top UK universities has doubled in the last two years alone, and the hackers are targetting critical national security information.
UK software firm Aveva in £3bn merger with Schneider Electric
Upon the conclusion of this deal, a new, major player will arrive in the industrial software space, with a global reach and access to an array of markets.
Bitcoin breaks $5000 before price plummets from $13bn sell-off
The year 2017 will go down in the history of Bitcoin as one of explosive success and a huge increase in publicity.
Azure, Google cloud skills more in demand than AWS
Pressure is mounting on AWS as Azure and Google Cloud proficient individuals prove to be more desirable to employers.
Microsoft lines up AR, VR Windows 10 update
The major software update in October 2017 will also bring new features for security on board, in addition to paving the way for AR and VR hardware.
HPE Software, Micro Focus merger reaches $8.8 billion conclusion
Will this move go down as the point at which HPE were able to turn over a new leaf, and leave the past behind?
UK Insurtech investment soars to record highs
Cloud Computing and the Internet of Things are the most powerful drivers of Insurtech progress, with Big Data also accounting for major gains.
UK CIOs brace for GDPR impact as 66% hire staff
This widespread influx of hiring from UK CIOs is a positive indication that companies across the spectrum are taking GDPR seriously and making preparations.
Barclays, HSBC among global banks working on blockchain cash project
The likes of Credit Suisse, MUFG, and the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce are also involved in this latest block chain project.
From space to marriage – 5 outrageous blockchain use cases
You could be visiting Burger King to collect WhopperCoins after getting a blockchain marriage, while exploring space. Meanwhile your lightbulb could be mining bitcoins at home.