My interview with Raconteur on the need to prevent any personally identifiable information from being released in public data sets.
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Proactive defence: A new take on cyber security
My interview with public technology where I explain that taking a proactive approach to cybersecurity means being prepared for potential threats and mitigating risks before they can be exploited.
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Irish Times apologises for hoax AI article about women’s use of fake tan
My interview on BBC Radio Foyle about the Irish Times newspaper apologising for running an article about Irish women’s use of fake tan that was submitted by a hoaxer who used artificial intelligence.
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WhatsApp could disappear from UK over privacy concerns
My interview on BBC Radio Foyle about the UK’s online safety bill which gives Ofcom the power to impose requirements for social networks to use technology to tackle terrorism or child sexual abuse content, with fines of up to 10% of global turnover for those services that do not comply.
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New rules ban subscription traps and fake reviews
My interview with BBC Radio Foyle on the UK government’s new Digital Markets, Competition and Consumer Bill which aims to help consumers and increase competition between big tech firms.
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UK-wide emergency alert to sound this weekend
My interview on Highland Radio about a nationwide test of the UK’s emergency alert service which will take place on 23rd April. At around 3pm, a message will pop up on phones around the country and automatically stop after 10 seconds. Phone or tablet users will need to tap ‘OK’ or swipe away the notification.
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Twitter removes Blue verified badge of non paying users
My interview with BBC Radio Foyle on the removal of traditional Blue tick Twitter accounts. We also discuss the UK emergency alert system.
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Rape victims’ charities had data stolen in attack on Derry company
My interview on BBC News about organisations dealing with rape and sexual abuse victims who had their data stolen following a ransomware attack on a company in Derry.
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Cyber attack: Data from charities stolen in ransomware attack
My interview with BBC Radio Foyle on hackers stealing data from charities and community organisations in a cyber attack on a Londonderry-based IT company.
Evide manages data for about 140 organisations across the island of Ireland and the UK, including groups that work with victims of sexual crime. It was targeted in a ransomware attack last month.
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The government’s plans to regulate artificial intelligence with new guidelines on “responsible use”
My interview on BBC Radio Foyle about the government’s plans to regulate artificial intelligence with new guidelines on “responsible use”.