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Edgybees appoints new Global Business Development Director

Land December 23, 2019

Edgybees has announced the appointment of defense and sales executive Vincent Hearn as Global Business Development Director. Hearn will play a central role in the Edgybees’ growth as it expands operations to meet rising demand for augmented reality (AR)-enabled visual intelligence technology in the US. “We’re thrilled to have Vincent join our ...

How the military is approaching 5G technology in its infrastructure

Homeland November 13, 2019

The next leap forward in information technology, 5G is a cause for excitement as well as contention. It allows for faster communications and high quality, fast downloads, but it has also raised concerns over security and health. Defence Online’s Ciara Houghton takes a closer look… Using a higher radio frequency than ...

DASA invests £1million in training and welfare

Homeland November 4, 2019

DASA has invested £1million into new technology to improve training and welfare conditions. The funding will go towards technology such as AI, brain scanners, and neuroscience to improve training and welfare for service personnel. It is hoped that the innovations will improve mental health and wellbeing through improved support. The £1million funding ...

How AI Can Combat the Rising Threat of Encrypted Malware

Homeland September 4, 2019

Omar Yaacoubi, CEO and co-founder of cyber security company Barac, examines the dangers of encrypted malware and how artificial intelligence could play a significant role in combating its threat.   Cyber security and data protection have become a top priority in the UK. Fear of exploitative ransomware attacks, high–profile data breaches, sophisticated nation state attacks and ...