Emma Woollacott
Emma Woollacott is a freelance journalist writing for publications including the BBC, Private Eye, Forbes, Raconteur and specialist technology titles.
Latest articles by Emma Woollacott
UK Government starts to recruit Incubator for AI team
By Emma Woollacott published
News Deputy prime minister Oliver Dowden said wider use of AI could transform productivity across the Civil Service
Supreme Court ruling on AI patents could hinder UK’s future AI ambitions
By Emma Woollacott published
News The US creator of an AI argued that it created two products and should be named as the inventor and granted patents
Insomniac Games breach is a serious blow to Sony's industry standing, experts warn
By Emma Woollacott published
News The Rhysida ransomware group has released terabytes of data from Sony's Insomniac Games
Microsoft eyes improved printer security in sweeping update
By Emma Woollacott published
News Windows Protected Print Mode removes the need for third-party drivers and introduces a number of security enhancements
Digitalization driving surge in operational technology roles as firms tackle skills shortages
By Emma Woollacott published
News An increase in operational technology roles is being driven by digital transformation efforts
UK gov has ramped up broadband roll-outs to tackle 'hard-to-reach' areas in 2023
By Emma Woollacott published
News While some areas remain hard to reach, around 162,600 premises have been connected this year
EU's Digital Europe Programme eyes major funding boost for AI, cyber security innovation
By Emma Woollacott published
News The 2024 budget for the Digital Europe Programme boosts existing projects and adds more cash for cyber security
UK deep tech companies have a serious diversity problem
By Emma Woollacott published
News A new report shows founders of UK deep tech companies require more support to bolster diversity
UK data centers to be classed as critical infrastructure under new gov proposals
By Emma Woollacott published
News The consultation will examine whether UK data center security standards should be overseen by a national regulator
Hiscox is using generative AI to transform underwriting processes
By Emma Woollacott published
News The use of AI means Hiscox can now generate quotes in a matter of minutes, rather than days
UK firms flocking to microservices amid sharpened cloud optimization focus
By Emma Woollacott published
News Rising costs, data visibility, and interoperability issues prompt firms to seek out cloud optimization services
UK ransomware attack could bring country to a "standstill" as scathing report calls for greater security investment
By Emma Woollacott published
News UK ransomware threats are continuing to rise, prompting calls for a more aligned approach to national cyber resilience
Lords backs calls for new UK computing qualifications in bid to drive attainment
By Emma Woollacott published
News New UK computing qualifications could bridge vital talent gaps currently impacting the technology sector
Green Mountain plans new London data center to meet surging demand
By Emma Woollacott published
News The company is the latest to announce new facilities in the booming London data center market
DSIT plans new Salford HQ amid sharpened regional focus
By Emma Woollacott published
News The DSIT plans to double the number of jobs in the region as part of plans to move Civil Service roles out of London
Glasgow innovation hub looks to AI to shape future of financial regulation
By Emma Woollacott published
News The Financial Regulation Innovation Lab (FRIL) aims to examine the use of emerging technologies in financial services
UK tech firms invited to work on ‘secret’ government comms project
By Emma Woollacott published
News The unit has called on tech firms and academic researchers to provide vital assistance
University of Bristol gets green light for new ‘deep tech’ incubator
By Emma Woollacott published
News The new venture aims to support university spin-outs in engineering biology, quantum technology, AI and cyber security
Scottish satellite firm wins major IoT network contract
By Emma Woollacott published
News The deal with Spire Global aims to reduce IoT costs and improve global connectivity
Scope of GDPR fines to be limited under new EU ruling
By Emma Woollacott published
News GDPR fines can only be imposed if infringement was intentional or negligent, according to the court
The EU just launched a €1.2 billion cloud project to crack US dominance
By Emma Woollacott published
News State aid from seven countries will provide support boost competition with US providers
UK workers are warming to generative AI – in the US, not so much
By Emma Woollacott published
News British employees see generative AI as vital, despite most never having used it at work
NCSC Cyber Incident Exercising scheme looks to fine-tune incident response
By Emma Woollacott published
News The NCSC Cyber Incident Exercising scheme will offer bespoke, structured table-top or live-play cyber incident exercises