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
Google breaks ground on its first Norwegian data center as tech giant targets 99% carbon-free operations
By Emma Woollacott published
News Google’s new Norwegian data center in Skien aims to hit net zero emissions by 2030
Why Scotland could be the next big data center powerhouse
By Emma Woollacott published
News Relocating data center operations to Scotland could unlock marked efficiency and cost benefits for organizations, a leading provider claims
Two massive healthcare data breaches just exposed more than half of France's population
By Emma Woollacott published
News French data regulator CNIL confirms attacks on healthcare payment service providers Viamedis and Almerys
UK app developers issued warning amid concerns over user privacy
By Emma Woollacott published
News The UK's data protection watchdog says that many developers need to make changes to protect personal data and keep users informed
Why the UK Ministry of Defence is teaming up with HackerOne to bolster security
By Emma Woollacott published
News The MoD is expanding its vulnerability disclosure program, carried out with ethical hacking outfit HackerOne, in a bid to ramp up operational resilience
Five Eyes advisory raises alarm over state-backed 'living off the land' attacks
By Emma Woollacott published
News State-backed actors may be lurking in critical infrastructure systems, security agencies have warned
Office staff think they’re in safe hands with cyber security teams, but communication could be better
By Emma Woollacott published
News The majority of office staff trust cyber security teams to fend off cyber attacks but remain frustrated at their lack of visibility and communication
UK leads international efforts to tackle 'hackers for hire'
By Emma Woollacott published
News The Pall Mall Process lays out principles for tackling spyware and ‘hackers for hire’
The UK government wants to upskill regulators in the age of generative AI
By Emma Woollacott published
News The government wants regulators to develop practical tools to monitor the use of AI across a raft of industries
Analysts hail “significant opportunity” for UK quantum computing sector as government bolsters funding support
By Emma Woollacott published
News The UK quantum computing sector has received another funding boost, this time aimed at launching a raft of testbed sites to accelerate innovation
The UK government’s AI goals are being stifled by ‘apocalyptic concerns’ over safety
By Emma Woollacott published
News The UK is too concerned with long-term AI safety, according to a Lords committee, and should be focusing more on realistic near-term risks
AI interest is fueling a surge in digital apprenticeships across the UK
By Emma Woollacott published
News The government's aim to increase the number of digital apprenticeships appears to be paying off
Once again, PayPal starts the year with another round of job cuts
By Emma Woollacott published
News The payments firm reveals 200 employees will lose their jobs, 11 months after the closure of its Dundalk office
TechUK launches Scale-up Group to support fast-growing firms
By Emma Woollacott published
News The new group will have around 100 members and builds on the government's recently-announced scale-up support
Thousands of disabled people 'missing' from tech workforce
By Emma Woollacott published
news BCS study highlights the barriers faced by disabled people in the workplace.
UK businesses that adopt AI earn millions more than those that don't
By Emma Woollacott published
News An increasing number of businesses are incorporating AI into their products and it's boosting their bottom line, claims research
Most UK firms pay ransomware demands, despite ‘do not pay’ policies
By Emma Woollacott published
News With ransomware attacks on the rise, organizations are paying up but still take weeks to recover
Logitech says it will now use recycled plastics and 'next life' materials across its entire video conferencing line
By Emma Woollacott published
News The company has also committed to providing a clear carbon footprint profile for every device, and a collect and recycle option for old equipment
A king's ransom-ware: Buckingham Palace is on the hunt for two cyber security pros to join the Royal Household
By Emma Woollacott published
News The Royal Household is looking for cyber security and information security managers to keep the Palace safe
BT to take on 500 graduates and apprentices
By Emma Woollacott published
News The company's recruiting greater numbers this year in everything from software engineering to data analytics and cybersecurity
Lush cyber attack claimed by Akira ransomware gang
By Emma Woollacott published
NEWS The group says it has accessed and will release data including passports, tax information, and client data
The EU just launched a bold new initiative to support regional AI startups and drive innovation
By Emma Woollacott published
News EU-based artificial intelligence firms will be given financial support and access to supercomputers in a bid to accelerate innovation and boost competition with global counterparts
UK's digital markets bill could "cost consumers billions" and harm business investment
By Emma Woollacott published
News The Digital Markets, Competition, and Consumers Bill could lead to poorer services for consumers and harm investment in British businesses