Nicholas Fearn
Nicholas Fearn is a freelance technology journalist and copywriter from the Welsh valleys. His work has appeared in publications such as the FT, the Independent, the Daily Telegraph, the Next Web, T3, Android Central, Computer Weekly, and many others. He also happens to be a diehard Mariah Carey fan. You can follow Nicholas on Twitter.
Latest articles by Nicholas Fearn
How safe are cryptocurrencies?
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth Their use of blockchain and anonymity of transactions may make digital currencies seem safe, but hidden weaknesses lurk below the surface
Why the Internet of Things needs security by design
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth As adoption of connected devices skyrockets, technology manufacturers hold an increasingly important role in defending against security threats
How can facial recognition be made safer?
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth AI brings a new dimension to the balance between security and privacy, with boundaries of acceptable behaviour yet to be set
Will hack-resistant chips really work?
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth They're touted as the future of cyber security, but how much they will increase safety is in dispute
What threat do nation state hackers pose to businesses?
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth Whether it's spying, disruption or economic sabotage, companies are increasingly at risk of state-sponsored cyber attacks
Why did the government’s 2025 full-fibre dream fail?
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth Just months after it was first pledged, the PM's plan to "unleash full-fibre” across the country has all but disappeared. What went wrong?
Can the UK tech sector still attract investment post-Brexit?
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth Some sectors may be upping sticks for the continent, but the tone in tech is far more upbeat
How technical debt can damage business competitiveness
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth A “deploy now, fix later” attitude can speed processes along, but at what cost?
Are smart cities a disaster waiting to happen?
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth Urban IoT promises to provide better healthcare, utilities, education and policing, but the cost to privacy could be high
Co-op embarks on major digital transformation project
By Nicholas Fearn published
News The food retailer aims to streamline operations with SAP HANA and cloud-based systems
BA check-in vulnerability exposes passenger information
By Nicholas Fearn published
News Wandera discovers unencrypted links within BA's e-ticketing process
NatWest trials voice banking in the UK
By Nicholas Fearn published
News Customers will be able to use a Google Home to access their accounts
Samsung's European device market share surges to 40%
By Nicholas Fearn published
News Apple's footprint shrinks as it struggles to fend off Chinese rivals
How will we staff the IT workforce of the future?
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth In the face of breakthrough technologies, STEM education isn't enough
The age of the smartphone is coming to an end
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth AI and folding displays are about to redefine our relationship with mobile technology
4G vs 5G - what's the difference?
By Bobby Hellard, Nicholas Fearn published
Vs From 3G to 4G, mobile connectivity has revolutionised our lives. Now 5G is set to do it again
Apple's open data policy is a lesson in how to exploit GDPR
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth Being open about the data you process isn't just a box ticking exercise, it's a means to build customer trust
What does a Microsoft buyout mean for GitHub?
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth Those that use GitHub for a living share their predictions for the platform
Using Big Data to transform business processes
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth From cost management to gaining new insights, Big Data is becoming an invaluable business tool
Are we ready for cyber war?
By Nicholas Fearn, Bobby Hellard published
In-depth Where do businesses' responsibilities lie when it comes to protecting the national interest?
The UK's AI sector is booming... at least for now
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth Unprecedented funding opportunities mean it's a great time to be an AI startup
A lack data sharing could lead to 'brain drain' post-Brexit
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth With the UK now the most targeted region for cyber attacks, cooperation with the EU post-Brexit is critical
UK ISPs exploit the 'acceptance of mediocre broadband'
By Nicholas Fearn published
In-depth Experts say dishonest advertising stymies innovation and artificially inflates the value of lower-grade connections