Posts By: Jacob Charles

Mission: Possible

Martin Vojtek explains how the recent Louvre art heist could have been prevented with LiDAR Seven minutes. That’s how long the recent Louvre heist took. In broad daylight, a group of thieves rode up on a construction platform, smashed display cases, stole several historical jewels tied to the Napoleonic dynasty and escaped on scooters before… Read more »

Opportunity knocks

Chris Morton identifies the key actions from the new EU Readiness 2030 report to help manufacturers leverage this generational opportunity Larger-scale combat operations taking place across Continental Europe have pushed nations to prioritise defence strategies and look at more focused investments to match pressing demand for regeneration and revitalisation of the industrial base. At the… Read more »

Fake new fightback

Andreea Pleşea reveals why trusted editorial ecosystems hold the key to the future of information integrity Disinformation Disinformation has become one of the most persistent and complex challenges of the digital age. The sheer scale and rapid spread of misinformation can threaten democratic institutions, public safety and institutional trust. While not a new phenomenon, the… Read more »

Winds of change

Itay Glick reports on the lessons learnt from the Salt Typhoon breach and examines what can be done to protect defence networks against state-sponsored attacks Cyber adversaries are striking at the core of defence systems, revealing vulnerabilities that could jeopardise national security. Behind these attacks are nation-states wielding cyber warfare and espionage as strategic weapons… Read more »

Testing Testing!

Annie Iakovaki reveals how testbeds are transforming the UK Defence supply chain The UK’s Defence innovation landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the rapid convergence of deep tech innovation and the pressing need for greater agility across the supply chain. With a world-class industrial base, the UK stands at a pivotal moment, balancing… Read more »

From sky to sea

Will Ashford-Brown reveals how the UK is powering the future of autonomy Artificial intelligence, machine learning and advanced edge computing are no longer emerging technologies, they’re part of everyday life. As key enabling technologies have matured, they’ve facilitated the rise of sophisticated autonomous systems with real-world applications and the potential to transform the way we… Read more »

Faking it

Chris Newton-Smith reports on worrying trends in weaponised artificial intelligence Businesses are under increased threat from weaponised artificial intelligence. More than one in four surveyed organisations in the UK and US have fallen victim to AI data poisoning in the past year, wherein hackers corrupt the data that trains AI systems, planting hidden backdoors, sabotaging… Read more »

Ring the alarm!

Paul Fitzgerald explores evolving approaches to school security for creating safer learning environments In today’s climate, ensuring the safety of pupils and staff is a growing priority for education providers. While school leaders focus on nurturing environments for learning and development, they must also navigate an increasingly complex security landscape. From petty vandalism to high-risk… Read more »

Lock down!

Jon Hill unlocks the key to safer prison security Modern prisons are among the most challenging of facilities to manage and secure. They are dynamic, high-risk settings where tensions can escalate quickly and where the consequences of even a minor lapse in security can be serious. The pressures facing these institutions are increasing. They’re compounded… Read more »

Just what the doctor ordered

Simon Wilson considers the digital evolution of access control in healthcare Security is paramount in the healthcare sector, and the safety and wellbeing of patients, staff and visitors is critical. However, the complex nature of these environments can present unique challenges, with disparate areas such as emergency wards, operating theatres, utility areas and IT hubs… Read more »