The techUK Podcast

The second episode in this Cyber Series in partnership with BlackBerry explores whether AI is part of the solution when it comes to cyber attacks, the importance of AI regulation, and what to anticipate regarding AI in 2024. In this podcast, Keiron Holyome, Vice President - UKI, Middle East & Africa at BlackBerry joins Katherine Holden, techUK's Associate Director, Data Analytics, AI and Digital ID to talk about AI and cyber.

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As we enter 2024, what next for tech jobs and investment? Each year, Linklaters publishes its Tech Legal Outlook bringing together analysis and insights from their lawyers around the world to identify key themes and trends set to shape the upcoming year. Listen to the brilliant discussion as Jake Wall, techUK's Policy Manager for Skills and Future of Work is joined by Sinead Casey, Employment Partner, Linklaters to discuss employment trends, and Derek Tong, Partner, Global Technology Sector Leader, Linklaters to look at the tech investment landscape. Learn more about techUK’s Future of Work workstream here: www.techuk.org/shaping-policy/future-of-work.html.

International trade matters for the tech sector and as techUK's Local Digital Index has shown this is also an important factor in assessing the strength of local tech ecosystems. Hawksford's latest report "Doing Business in the UK" shows the importance of these global markets and helps companies plan and consider how they'll engage and do business across numerous different countries, with different regulatory systems, specialisms and tech priorities. Read Hawksford's report here: https://www.hawksford.com/ebook-doing-business-in-the-uk?utm_campaign=UK-e-Book-Global-Phase-2&utm_source=techuk&utm_medium=podcast And more about techUK here: https://www.techuk.org/

The first episode in this Cyber Series in partnership with BlackBerry explores the threat landscape, assessing what exactly we are up against in terms of building that resilience and exploring how the threats are evolving in light of both geopolitical conflict and technological advance. In this podcast, Ismael Valenzuela, Vice President of Threat Research & Intelligence at BlackBerry join Dan Patefield, techUK's Head of Cyber and National Security, to talk about cyber threats. You can download the Intelligent report by Blackberry here: www.blackberry.com/us/en/solutions/threat-intelligence/2023/threat-intelligence-report-jan Lear more at www.techUK.org

techUK, in partnership with GfK, is delighted to release the seventh edition of our annual State of the Connected Home report, which surveys a nationally representative sample of 1,000 adults across the UK to ask about their awareness, interest, and ownership of a range of connected or ‘smart’ home products. The full report can be accessed at https://www.techuk.org/resource/state-of-the-connected-home-2023.html In this episode, our Head of Market Access & Consumer Technology Lewis Walmesley-Browne talks through the findings of the 2023 edition of the report with Trevor Godman from GfK who led the research. The 2023 edition of our report finds the UK connected home market to be performing robustly despite challenging macro-economic headwinds and low consumer confidence. We include for the first time some specific questions around the current cost of living crisis and the increasing cost of energy bills to understand how consumers perceive connected home devices in relation to energy saving. Learn more at www.techUK.org.

It’s been a big year for tech already, with the growing prominence of AI to the creation of DSIT. techUK though is also interested in what comes next, so to accompany our relaunch of Policy Pulse, and with a general election on the horizon, we’ve asked influential voices across the UK tech sector what they think will be the big trends and stories in the UK tech sector in the next year. Sitting down with Neil Ross, our Associate Director for Policy, to give their insights on the ‘Look Ahead’ podcast for the year ahead were: • Adam Hawksbee, Deputy Director of Onward, a centre-right think tank • Felicity Burch, the Executive Director of the Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation (CDEI), a government expert body enabling the trustworthy use of Data and AI • Henry Parker, Head of Government Affairs at AI startup Logically, which uses AI to combat misinformation online • Kate Royse, the Director of the Hartree Centre, a research lab that is part of UKRI's Science and Technology Facilities Council investigating supercomputing, data science and AI applications • Bojana Bellamy, President of the Centre for Information Policy Leadership, a GLOBAL PRIVACY AND DATA POLICY THINK TANK • Leo Ringer, co-founder and partner at Form Ventures, an early stage VC focused on markets shaped by public policy and regulation Make sure you subscribe to Policy Pulse to get our analysis of the latest tech policy news. Visit www.techUK.org for more details.

In the latest podcast, Charles Baird, Chief Data Architect, Office for National Statistics and Adrian Harvey, Partner, Data Analytics, KPMG join Georgina Maratheftis, techUK's Associate Director for Local Public Services to talk about effective data sharing and standards in a smarter state. In the lead up to techUK’s flagship public sector conference Building the Smarter State, we are pleased to partner with KPMG to deliver a series of podcasts looking at key enablers of the smarter state. We all want to see a smarter state, for the benefit of both public service efficiency itself and to deliver a better experience to citizens – but there are some critical blockers to this. Book your Building the Smarter State tickets here - https://www.techuk.org/building-the-smarter-state-2023.html.

In this episode, techUK’s Head of Telecoms and Spectrum Policy Sophie James talks to The Rt Hon Sir John Whittingdale OBE MP, Minister for Data and Digital Infrastructure from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, Brian Larkin from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration in the US, and Mavenir’s John Baker. Our guests share their reflections on the recent International Telecoms Summit, held at techUK, as part of London Tech Week, some of the key topics and themes that were explored, and the importance of international collaboration in the global telecoms sector. To learn more visit www.techUK.org

Thomas Beautyman, Deputy Director, Government Digital Capability at the Central, Digital and Data Office (CDDO) and Adrian Clamp, Partner and Head of Digital Transformation at KPMG join Georgina Maratheftis, techUK's Associate Director for Local Public Services to talk about the digital skills gap and the challenges around it, including the importance of digital leadership and what digital transformation looks like in the context of digital skills. Listen to the conversation to hear practical ways and insights into how government and industry can better collaborate to address this issue and bridge the digital skills gap. Help shape the future of the smarter state by attending the annual Building the Smarter State conference on the 27 September: https://www.techuk.org/building-the-smarter-state-2023.html Learn more athttps://www.techuk.org/

In the lead up to techUK’s flagship public sector conference Building the Smarter State, we are pleased to partner with KPMG to deliver a series of podcasts looking at key enablers of the smarter state. We all want to see a smarter state, for the benefit of both public service efficiency itself and to deliver a better experience to citizens – but there are some critical blockers to this. In this first episode, we explore legacy IT – including what it is, and why it is such a difficult, yet important issue for digital transformation in the public sector. John Owen, Chief Technology Officer, Cabinet Office and Adrian Clamp, Partner and Head of Digital Transformation at KPMG join Georgina Maratheftis, techUK’s Associate Director for Local Public Services to talk about how we reframe legacy IT and tackle one of the biggest challenges facing the public sector transformation, as outlined in the National Audit Office’s recent report Digital Transformation in Government: addressing barriers to efficiency. Listen to the conversation to hear practical ways and insights into how government and industry can better collaborate to solve this challenge and future proof tomorrow’s legacy. The next podcast in the Building the Smarter State series will focus on bridging the digital skills gap. Help shape the future of the smarter state by attending the annual Building the Smarter State conference on the 27 September! https://www.techuk.org/building-the-smarter-state-2023.html Learn more about techUK here: https://www.techuk.org/

In this episode, techUK’s Programme Manager for Cyber Security, Jill Broom talks to Shiguftah Malik, Gemserv, Katie Shanahan, Crossword Cyber Security, Nuala Kilmarton, Innovate UKRI and Raya Tsolova, techUK about their journeys into cyber security, the opportunities and challenges of working in the sector and how the Empowering Women to Lead, Cyber Security Programme helped them to realise their leadership potential in this exciting industry.

techUK's latest podcast explores the topic of interoperability within the healthcare system, examining the challenges and opportunities the health and social care sector has in becoming interoperable. Our lineup this month includes: • Alex Eavis: Chief Product Officer - Digital, Data and Analytics at EMIS • Jon Payne: Director of Sales Engineering and Education at Intersystems • Fiona Dawson: Director at Mayden • Andrew Frangleton: Managing Director and Informatics Director at Clinical Architecture Visit our Health and Social care pages at https://www.techuk.org/developing-markets/health-and-social-care.html Learn more and get involved at www.techUK.org

techUK's latest podcast hosts industry leaders discussing biometrics in digital identity, exploring opportunities, challenges, regulations, and the future of this dynamic sector. We discuss enhancing security, safety, and user experience through revolutionary biometric solutions. Gus Tomlinson of GBG plc, Campbell Cowie from iProov, Richard Thompson of Sopra Steria and Martin George representing the Biometrics Institute join techUK’s Iain McCallum in our first Digital ID Programme podcast of 2023 to talk about the opportunities for biometrics in the digital identity ecosystem, what challenges remain to be overcome, what good regulation looks like and exactly what our guests would like to see happen next in the sector. Visit www.techUK.org for more.

techUK’s Sabina Ciofu, Associate Director for International Trade, joins EY’s Sally Jones, UK Trade Strategy and Brexit Leader, to discuss EY’s latest Report co-published with the Institute of Export and International Trade ‘TradeTech A pathway for businesses to seize trade opportunities’, which outlines the key business operational and policymaking developments within the key area of TradeTech.

In this episode techUK’s Head of Justice and Emergency Services Georgie Henley speaks with Charlotte Hails, Virgin Media o2 Business, Linda Wales, Pegasystems and Moira Roberts, Cloud Gateway for Women in Tech Month about what it’s like being women in tech and why they chose this career path specifically in Policing. A really inspiring discussion with three women, from different backgrounds – some which chose this career path and others which fell into it. Their roles, enabling them to really make a difference, urging the next generation to have open conversations, to be inquisitive about differences and understand the value of a diverse workforce. The more diversity you have in any group, the more choices you have, the more opinions – so the better it will be. We need more women, both in tech and law enforcement. We also need more male allies! Featuring: Georgie Henley, Head of Justice and Emergency Services, techUK Moira Roberts, Public Sector lead - Blue Light, Justice & Central Government at Cloud Gateway Charlotte Hails, Justice & Policing Lead at Virgin Media o2 Business Linda Wales, Home Office & Justice Account Director at Pegasystems

In this episode of the techUK podcast we explore key issues around sustainability, cloud computing and the climate challenge. Set against the backdrop of net zero targets, supply chain pressures, instability in the wholesale cost of electricity, and a Government that recently announced a national mission to reduce the UK’s energy consumption from buildings and industry by 15% by 2030, digital infrastructure providers and the customers they serve have a positive role to play in helping the tech sector be as sustainable and energy efficient as possible. Speakers: Elena Avesani - Head of Global Sustainability Strategy, Oracle Stephen Kelly - VP of Managed Services UK&I, NTT Ltd Matt Watts - Chief Technology Evangelist, NetApp Chris Hazell - Programme Manager for Cloud, Tech and Innovation, techUK (Host) For more information please visit: https://www.techuk.org/accelerating-innovation/cloud-computing.html

In this episode of the techUK podcast we explore the different emerging technologies that will underpin the metaverse, and how they will work together to create seamless, interoperable worlds. We are joined by guests Dean Bubley, Founder and CEO, Disruptive Analysis who discusses next generation connectivity; Jamie Allan, Media, Entertainment & Broadcast Lead, NVIDIA, who discusses advanced compute; Victoria Thorpe, Senior Manager, Accenture, who discusses ARVR technologies; Ian Taylor, Head of Crypto & Digital Assets, KPMG who discusses DLT technologies; and finally Sarah Cameron, Legal Director, Pinsent Masons, and Athar Agha, Principal Solutions Architect, Pinsent Masons who discuss AI in the metaverse.

In this episode techUK’s Director of Tech and Innovation Sue Daley sits down with James Eddison CTO of Octopus Energy. This conversation explores James’s current role at Octopus Energy, where his career in tech began, and the technologies that are key to business today. We discuss what's needed to support the UK in becoming a science and tech superpower and, looking into the future, the technologies that will be key for what comes next.

This month’s techUK podcast which looks at the state of local public services digital and what’s to come. Georgina Maratheftis, Associate Director for Local Public Services at techUK and is joined by guests Eddie Copeland, Director, London Office for Technology and Innovation; Suraj Kika - CEO and Founder - Jadu; and Rachael Beer, Business Development Director – Capita Local Public Service, Capita and Co-Chair of techUK’s Local Public Services Committee on this Future Gazing: Where Next for Local Government Tech in 2023? podcast. In this podcast we talk about the importance of collaboration across not only local government, but with suppliers and between suppliers and how we can deliver local public services that our truly inclusive and accessible to all. Each of our speakers look into their crystal ball and make their predictions on what the biggest digital and tech trends will be for next year.