Diversity in IT
The IT industry is notoriously male-dominated, with fewer than one in five IT professionals being female in many countries. For IT to serve all of society, IT employers need a more diverse workforce that is representative of gender, race, ethnicity, sexuality, ability, skills and talent. Find out about the latest news and analysis on initiatives to increase the diversity of the IT workforce
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News
19 Nov 2024
Computer Weekly’s Women in UK Tech Rising Stars 2024
Each year, Computer Weekly selects a number of Rising Stars who are making waves in the women, diversity and inclusion in tech space and may find themselves on the top 50 list in the future Continue Reading
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News
19 Nov 2024
From beauty model to tech role model – this year’s most influential woman in UK tech
This year’s most influential woman in UK tech, Sheridan Ash, talks about her path into the tech space, from modelling after leaving school at 16, to creating an organisation dedicated to encouraging girls and women to pursue tech roles Continue Reading
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News
23 Nov 2021
Commons committee launches STEM diversity inquiry
Inquiry will assess the lack of diversity in UK science, technology, engineering and maths and will measure current attempts to improve representation Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Nov 2021
Lessons from Lisbon: Reflections on a week at Web Summit
Russ Shaw, founder and CEO of Tech London Advocates and Global Tech Advocates, assesses the key takeaways of Web Summit 2021 Continue Reading
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E-Zine
23 Nov 2021
Can the tech community show us how to save the world?
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we report from the COP26 conference on how the tech world’s collaborative open source model could help tackle climate change. Gartner has urged IT leaders to rethink their role as business come to rely on digital technologies. And we ask if your office security is at risk as staff return. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
18 Nov 2021
When is it time to log off?
In an article for The Guardian newspaper, Ana Catarina Mendes, the parliamentary leader of the Portuguese Socialist party, discussed the “the right to switch off”. As a result of the campaign run ... Continue Reading
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News
17 Nov 2021
Security startups line up on Cyber Runway
Some 108 cyber security startups representing the UK’s most cutting-edge innovators are to join Plexal’s Cyber Runway accelerator Continue Reading
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News
17 Nov 2021
Out of the shadows: The rise of ethical hackers in 2021
Ethical hackers working on the Bugcrowd platform have saved organisations almost $30bn in risk during the Covid-19 pandemic, as the community sheds old stereotypes Continue Reading
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News
16 Nov 2021
Unit4 research finds divergence between decision-makers and employees in SMEs
Sponsored research among mid-sized enterprises finds decision-makers and employees to be radically at odds in reading what makes a successful organisation Continue Reading
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E-Zine
16 Nov 2021
How cosmetics retailer Lush authenticates with ease
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out how Lush has modernised user authentication, governed by a desire to care for customer data. We also talk to the chief data officer at Nasa about data as a strategic asset, and the ground of better decision-making. And we foreground a call for the government and the Post Office to compensate victims of the Horizon computer system without delay. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Nov 2021
Building bridges to better diversity
Tibco CIO Rani Johnson describes how the C-suite need to make themselves uncomfortable if they are to increase diversity in their organisations Continue Reading
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News
09 Nov 2021
Tech’s reaction to the Budget’s skills promises
During the 2021 Autumn Budget, chancellor Rishi Sunak announced several measures aimed at increasing skilled workers in the UK – but does the tech sector think it’s enough? Continue Reading
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News
07 Nov 2021
Technology spending reaches record levels, fuelling jobs boom
Spending on IT has reached its highest levels for a decade but a shortage of skilled IT professionals could dampen growth Continue Reading
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News
04 Nov 2021
Women grossly underrepresented in global fintech
Women are CEOs at less than 6% of global financial technology firms and even fewer hold top tech jobs Continue Reading
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News
29 Oct 2021
Interview: Asel Sartbaeva, chemistry researcher, University of Bath
Everywoman in Tech Woman of the Year 2021, Asel Sartbaeva, talks about her work with vaccines, and the importance of role models in encouraging young women into science Continue Reading
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News
27 Oct 2021
Cyber sector growth exacerbating skills shortage
Data from security association (ISC)² shows demand for cyber pros is still outpacing supply as the sector continues an upward growth trajectory Continue Reading
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News
27 Oct 2021
TSB opens 100-seat tech centre in Scottish capital
TSB has opened its latest tech centre in Scotland while IT services provider CGI announces the creation of hundreds of UK tech jobs Continue Reading
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News
22 Oct 2021
Women more likely to have retrained for tech roles than men
Research by WISE finds women are more likely to have retrained for a tech role than men, and half of people in tech think soft skills are more important than tech skills Continue Reading
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News
18 Oct 2021
How Samlesbury, Lancashire became the home of the National Cyber Force
The National Cyber Force, a new branch of the military, is gearing up to fight battles in cyber space from the fields of Lancashire. Its presence is expected to bring a high-tech renaissance to the region Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2021
Making a mark in cyber security
Claudean Zheng’s knack for hacking landed her a career in cyber security, working in both public and private sectors Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2021
How women can succeed in cyber security
Elaine Muir, security education and awareness manager at insurance company IAG, shares her career journey and advice for women seeking to carve out a successful career in security Continue Reading
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News
14 Oct 2021
IBM pledges to reskill 30 million people by 2030
Tech giant launches worldwide initiative to provide about 30 million people with technology and digital skills over the next nine years Continue Reading
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News
14 Oct 2021
Denmark takes another step towards empowering women in tech
A programme to increase the participation of women in the thriving Danish startup ecosystem moves to the second of three planned stages Continue Reading
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Video
14 Oct 2021
Poppy Gustafsson, most influential woman in UK tech 2021 - winner’s speech
In this video from Computer Weekly’s annual diversity event, in partnership with Spinks, Poppy Gustafsson, CEO of Darktrace, gives her acceptance speech as the 2021 Most Influential Woman in UK Tech Continue Reading
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Opinion
13 Oct 2021
How to prevent developer burnout
The pandemic has led to more pressure on software developers, many of whom have reported increased levels of stress and anxiety Continue Reading
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E-Zine
12 Oct 2021
How AI – and puffins – are boosting renewable energy
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out how an artificial intelligence system for tracking puffins could help boost renewable energy use. We examine the often-overlooked, but often damaging, diversity issue of age discrimination in tech. And we look at the key considerations when choosing enterprise cloud file services. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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11 Oct 2021
Age discrimination: An overlooked diversity issue in tech
When people talk about a lack of diversity in technology, age discrimination is not the first issue to come to mind, but it’s one that is prolific across the UK’s tech sector Continue Reading
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News
08 Oct 2021
Lewis Hamilton charity aims to help train 150 black STEM teachers
A charity led by Formula1 driver Lewis Hamilton has plans for a two-year pilot aimed at training and recruiting black teachers for science, technology, engineering and maths subjects Continue Reading
- 06 Oct 2021
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Podcast
06 Oct 2021
Top women in UK tech, AI on puffin island – Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
In this episode, Caroline Donnelly, Clare McDonald and Brian McKenna discuss CW’s annual programme to choose the most influential women in UK tech, as well as Newham Sparks, and puffin-counting AI Continue Reading
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News
05 Oct 2021
CIO interview: Lisa Heneghan, chief digital officer, KPMG
KPMG UK’s digital leader says that in her 25-year career she has never known a more exciting time to work in IT Continue Reading
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Opinion
05 Oct 2021
Britain needs its amazing migrants
Fintech entrepreneur Michael Kent explains why Britain needs migrants and why government policy and media horror stories will damage the UK’s economy and reputation Continue Reading
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05 Oct 2021
Computer Weekly’s 2021 women in tech Rising Stars
Despite a lack of women in the technology sector, new champions of diversity, inclusion and technology are always surfacing – so who is likely to appear in Computer Weekly’s top 50 list in the future? Continue Reading
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05 Oct 2021
Stop being ‘apologetic’ for differing skillsets, says Most Influential Woman in UK Tech 2021
There are many routes into technology, and many different skillsets that contribute to making great tech work, so people need to be ‘less apologetic’ for a less technical skillset, says Poppy Gustafsson, this year’s Most Influential Woman in UK Tech. Continue Reading
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05 Oct 2021
Computer Weekly announces the 2021 Most Influential Women in UK Tech
Computer Weekly has revealed who is on the 2021 list of the 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech, including this year’s winner Poppy Gustafsson Continue Reading
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E-Zine
05 Oct 2021
The Most Influential Women in UK Technology 2021
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we reveal the 50 women chosen as the most influential in UK technology for 2021, and talk to the 10th winner of our annual list – Poppy Gustafsson, CEO of Darktrace. Also, our latest buyer’s guide looks at digital customer experience technologies. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Oct 2021
Local Digital Capital Index: A framework for levelling up
How can the tech sector ensure digital equality across the UK in support of the government's levelling-up agenda? TechUK is trying to set the benchmarks Continue Reading
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News
30 Sep 2021
Computer Weekly announces the 2021 Most Influential Women in UK Tech
Computer Weekly has revealed who is on the 2021 list of the 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech, including this year’s winner Poppy Gustafsson Continue Reading
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News
30 Sep 2021
Computer Weekly’s 2021 women in tech Rising Stars
Despite a lack of women in the technology sector, new champions of diversity, inclusion and technology are always surfacing – so who is likely to appear in Computer Weekly’s top 50 list in the future? Continue Reading
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News
30 Sep 2021
Stop being ‘apologetic’ for differing skillsets, says Most Influential Woman in UK Tech 2021
There are many routes into technology, and many different skillsets that contribute to making great tech work, so people need to be ‘less apologetic’ for a less technical skillset, says Poppy Gustafsson, this year’s Most Influential Woman in UK Tech Continue Reading
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News
30 Sep 2021
Team leaders urged to address developer mental health
The pandemic led to many developers working from home, and many have experienced burnout Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Sep 2021
Will the end of furlough help fill tech vacancies?
The closure of the government’s furlough scheme may not help the tech sector fill the most technical vacancies, but it could bolster available talent for the longer term Continue Reading
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News
29 Sep 2021
Women in fintech welcome Barclays initiative and demand more from the sector
Women in UK financial technology have welcomed bank’s new female-focused lab and funding initiative and call for more like it from the sector Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Sep 2021
A late career route into tech
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Abby Xiaotong Su, graduate software engineer at a large e-commerce company, talks about her unexpected route into tech, and discusses the many roads into ... Continue Reading
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News
28 Sep 2021
Former PwC initiative Tech She Can becomes independent charity
Initially a charter aimed at educating young women about tech careers, PwC-led initiative Tech She Can is now an independent charity with 200 members Continue Reading
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News
27 Sep 2021
Women and BAME people bear brunt of cyber crime impact
Cyber crime has a disproportionate impact on women and BAME people, according to a new report Continue Reading
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Guide
27 Sep 2021
APAC women in cyber security
In this Essential Guide, we examine the state of women representation in cyber security in APAC, the challenges that women face in the field, and what can be done to reduce the gender gap in cyber security. Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2021
What it takes to attract and retain women in cyber security
The narrowing gender gap may be a cause for cheer, but more needs to be done to curb discrimination, and attract and retain women for cyber security roles in Asia-Pacific Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2021
Digdata partners with Facebook to encourage future data talent
Educational initiative Digdata and Facebook have developed a programme aimed at encouraging young people to consider careers in data science Continue Reading
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News
24 Sep 2021
Big Data London: Mitigate AI bias rather than try to remove it, say experts
Bias cannot be stripped from artificial intelligence systems, but organisations can work to mitigate it, Big Data London 2021 attendees heard this week Continue Reading
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Video
24 Sep 2021
Empowering APAC women on the frontlines of cyber security
In this webinar, we discuss the issues facing women in cyber security, the challenges of breaking into the field and why it’s important to close the gender gap Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2021
Tech job adverts increasing outside London bubble
The need for skilled tech workers has increased throughout the UK, with many cities seeing a growth in adverts for tech or digital roles Continue Reading
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News
22 Sep 2021
Foreign professionals and upskilled locals in demand as UAE sets ambitious coding targets
The United Arab Emirates is on a mission to grow its tech sector as part of its economic diversification plans, but it needs more talent from inside and outside the country Continue Reading
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Podcast
21 Sep 2021
Chancellor Rishi Sunak listens to UK tech – Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
In this episode of the CW Downtime Upload, CW editor in chief Bryan Glick joins the podcast team to discuss his interview with Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak at a Treasury Connect conference Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Sep 2021
Is the tech sector facing an IT skills exodus?
Three out of five of tech professionals say they are looking to move jobs over the next year. Why is this, and how big a skills problem is the tech industry facing? Continue Reading
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News
15 Sep 2021
Interview: Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak on supporting the UK tech sector
Computer Weekly talked to Sunak at a Treasury event in front of an audience of tech sector leaders, investors and startups, to discuss how the government can support the digital economy Continue Reading
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News
08 Sep 2021
Covid positive for security market, but still a source of stress
CIISec’s latest “State of the profession report” highlights both positives and challenges for cyber pros arising from the past two years Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Sep 2021
Bridging the gender gap in cyber security
Some professional groups and companies in Asia are working hard to improve awareness of the cyber security profession and mentoring talented women in a bid to bridge the gender gap Continue Reading
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News
07 Sep 2021
TLA Black Women in Tech to launch book about tech role models
Not-for-profit organisation is raising funds to publish a book showcasing black women in tech to give young people in UK schools access to role models Continue Reading
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News
06 Sep 2021
Nokia launches online tech scholarship for under-represented talent
Alongside Udacity and the Blacks in Technology Foundation, Nokia has launched an online nanodegree aimed at increasing the number of people from underrepresented backgrounds in tech worldwide Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Sep 2021
Age discrimination: An overlooked diversity issue in tech
When people talk about a lack of diversity in technology, age discrimination is not the first issue to come to mind, but it’s one that is prolific across the UK’s tech sector Continue Reading
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News
02 Sep 2021
Apple workers challenge company on toxic workplace culture
Workers participating in the #AppleToo movement say they have collected nearly 500 testimonies from employees about their experiences of discrimination, harassment and abuse at Apple Continue Reading
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News
02 Sep 2021
Twitter tests auto-block feature for accounts at risk of abuse
Latest Twitter feature automatically blocks abusive users, and is intended to help victims regain control of their experience on the platform Continue Reading
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News
01 Sep 2021
Makers announces winners of 2021 Women in Software Power List
Software engineering bootcamp Makers has announced its third annual list of up-and-coming women in the software sector Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Sep 2021
Making a mark in cyber security
Claudean Zheng’s knack for hacking landed her a career in cyber security, one that has been dotted by stints in both public and private sectors Continue Reading
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News
31 Aug 2021
Interview: Sofie Blakstad, CEO, hiveonline
Everywoman in Technology award winner and CEO of hiveonline, Sofie Blakstad, has a long history in the tech sector, and has been using tech to help those in sub-Saharan Africa set up businesses and become digitally literate Continue Reading
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E-Zine
26 Aug 2021
CW Nordics: Klarna alumni energise Stockholm’s startup scene
Klarna, established in 2005, has not only grown into a well-known Swedish fintech brand, but former staff have gone on to create some of the Nordic region's new startup ventures that are currently riding a wave of growth. Find out more about the so-called ‘Klarna academy’. Also read in this issue why growing tech companies in Stockholm say the city's startup environment needs to diversify more. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Aug 2021
How women can succeed in cyber security
A cyber security professional at Australia’s IAG shares her career journey and insights on how women can succeed in the field Continue Reading
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E-Zine
24 Aug 2021
How datacentre power growth is leaving Dublin in distress
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we look at the challenges faced by Dublin’s datacentre sector, as growth leaves the city’s electricity infrastructure creaking. We ask whether recent initiatives to close the UK’s digital skills gaps are working. And we examine the latest injustice to hit the Post Office Horizon scandal. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
19 Aug 2021
Inside Estonia’s tech startup scene
Estonia is a Baltic tech tiger that is fast-gaining an international reputation for competently delivered government e-services at a level that surpasses most of its European and international counterparts Continue Reading
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Podcast
17 Aug 2021
Computing exams, AI, water and datacentres – Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
In this episode of the CW Downtime Upload, Clare McDonald, Brian McKenna and Caroline Donnelly discuss the recent A-level and GCSE computing results, AI appropriacy and datacentre water consumption Continue Reading
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News
12 Aug 2021
Number of girls taking GCSE computing drops in 2021
While the overall number of students in the UK taking computing GCSEs in the UK in 2021 increased from last year, the number of girls taking the subject saw a year-on-year drop Continue Reading
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E-Zine
12 Aug 2021
CW Benelux: Netherlands sees increase in the number of women opting for an ICT career
The IT skills gap in the Netherlands could be about to narrow as more women take up jobs in the sector. Figures from last year revealed that the number of female ICT professionals grew by 6.5%, while the number of male ICT professionals increased by only 1.7%. Read more about it in this issue. Also find out why more openness about ransomware attacks in the Dutch business community could be the first step to defeating a growing problem. Continue Reading
- 12 Aug 2021
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News
10 Aug 2021
Number of students taking A-level computing rose in 2021
Numbers of both male and female students sitting A-Level computing exams rose in 2021, although there is still a long way to go to encourage more girls into tech Continue Reading
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News
05 Aug 2021
Around 75% of minority tech employees don’t feel a sense of belonging at work
Research by Capgemini found just over three-quarters of global tech employees who are women or ethnic minorities don’t feel a sense of belonging at work Continue Reading
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Podcast
03 Aug 2021
DWP IR35 bill, women in tech – Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
In this episode of the Computer Weekly Downtime Upload, Caroline Donnelly, Clare McDonald and Brian McKenna speak about the DWP’s IR35 tax bill, the Most Influential Women in UK Technology, and company culture Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2021
Vote now: Most Influential Woman in UK Technology 2021
Who should be the 2021 most influential woman in UK tech? Submit your vote to tell us what you think Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2021
Most Influential Women in UK Tech 2021: Entrants to the Hall of Fame
Each year Computer Weekly recognises several great women from the IT industry and their lifetime achievements in its Most Influential Women in UK Tech Hall of Fame Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2021
SAS steps up free data skills programme for job seekers
SAS has expanded its free data skills for jobseekers’ programme, aiming it at people who have been adversely affected by the economic fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic Continue Reading
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News
22 Jul 2021
Most Influential Women in UK Tech: The 2021 longlist
Each year, Computer Weekly publishes the longlist of all of the women put forward to be considered for its list of the top 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech. Here are all of 2021’s nominees Continue Reading
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News
22 Jul 2021
Respect in Security challenges abuse and harassment in cyber
With around a third of cyber pros saying they have personally experienced harassment at work or online, a new initiative is urging organisations to pledge their support to help free the community from the scourge of abuse. We met its founders Continue Reading
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News
21 Jul 2021
Makers launches third year of the Women in Software Powerlist
Software bootcamp Makers is looking for up-and-coming women in the software development scene to celebrate diversity in the sector Continue Reading
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News
19 Jul 2021
SAP invests €250m in UK economy
Investment includes a new, UK-based cloud service, two new offices, and a beefing up of SAP’s apprenticeship and internship programmes Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 Jul 2021
Everywoman in tech 2021: Creating a legacy with action
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Julie Perkins, digital workplace director at Lloyds Banking Group, and an everywoman in tech awards 2021 judge, talks about how day to day actions are ... Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2021
UK workforce needs reskilling for net-zero transition
Green Jobs Taskforce report looks at how the UK’s workforce can be skilled up to support the transition to net zero Continue Reading
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News
15 Jul 2021
UAE offers ‘golden visas’ to coders as part of national IT skills programme
The United Arab Emirates is offering visas to coders across the world as it attempts to attract talent to support its economic diversification Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jul 2021
What steps can we take to finally close the tech skills gap?
Despite ongoing efforts from government, education providers and industry to close the tech skills gap, not much has changed, so will new initiatives start to close the chasm? Continue Reading
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News
07 Jul 2021
How the UK Cyber Security Council plans to professionalise security
As chair of the new UK Cyber Security Council, Claudia Natanson is in a superb position to develop professional standards in IT security and she intends to fundamentally reimagine what a security job actually is Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Jul 2021
Everywoman in tech 2021: Creating a legacy with sustainability
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Lyn Grobler, CIO, Howden Group Holdings and an everywoman in tech awards 2021 judge, talks about some of the ways CIOs and tech leaders can create a ... Continue Reading
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Photo Story
25 Jun 2021
Important LGBTQ+ figures who shaped tech’s history
As the world celebrates Pride month, we take a deep dive into the lives of some of the people who have shaped the technology we use today, who are also LGBTQ+. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2021
Increasing numbers of Dutch women opt for career in ICT
There’s a shortage of IT professionals in the Netherlands, but the skills gap can be bridged by attracting further women to the sector Continue Reading
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News
16 Jun 2021
Tech Nation launches D&I toolkit for tech founders
Tech Nation has launched a public diversity and inclusion “toolkit” including guidance for tech company founders to help create more inclusive businesses Continue Reading
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News
16 Jun 2021
Nominate now: Most influential women in UK technology 2021
Computer Weekly is now looking for nominations for its 2021 list of the most influential women in UK technology Continue Reading
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Blog Post
14 Jun 2021
Creating an equal and positive working environment for LGBTQ+ community
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Anthony Smith-Wells, account manager at Advanced, talks about how to create a more inclusive and equitable environment for LGBTQ+ people in the tech ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Jun 2021
Shaping a Digital Strategy to support UK productivity and jobs
With an all-party parliamentary group calling for evidence on digital skills, there are three key areas that policymakers should address Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2021
Accenture supports tech bootcamp for people facing barriers to employment
Accenture is donating almost half a million pounds to help a tech training prgramme targeted at young people outside education Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2021
We Open Tech community supports non-binary and trans security pros
New tech community established to advocate for the interests of non-binary people, trans and cis women, trans men, and other marginalised genders in security Continue Reading
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E-Zine
27 May 2021
CW Nordics: Denmark takes a top-down approach to gender equality in tech entrepreneurship
Tech Nordic Advocates has adopted a new approach to closing the gender gap in Danish technology startups, looking to emulate Canada’s top-down approach. Also in this issue, find out the state of play with the adoption of open banking in Europe. Continue Reading
- 26 May 2021
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News
25 May 2021
DBS to fill tech roles at women-focused careers fair
DBS Bank is looking for more women to fill over 140 openings in engineering roles in a bid to improve gender diversity among its ranks Continue Reading
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News
20 May 2021
Credit Suisse to recruit more than 1,000 tech staff in India
Credit Suisse is hiring more IT professionals in India to supports its plan to develop a global tech hub Continue Reading