Europe and Middle East information technology (IT)
Read the latest European and Middle East information technology (IT) news and articles covering IT management topics, including information security, data storage, networking, data centre, cloud computing, mobile applications, virtualisation, big data and more.
-
News
09 Dec 2024
Bahrain faces legal action after planting Pegasus spyware on UK blogger
A court has given the go-ahead to UK-based blogger Yusuf Al-Jamri to seek damages from the Kingdom of Bahrain after it deployed spyware from Israel’s NSO Group to hack his phone Continue Reading
-
News
04 Dec 2024
Nordics move to deepen cyber security cooperation
Nordic countries are increasing collaboration on cyber security amid more sophisticated and aggressive attacks Continue Reading
-
News
31 Jan 2018
Swedish banks embrace rapidly evolving chatbots
Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly important business role for Sweden’s banks – and chatbots are the starting point for many Continue Reading
-
News
31 Jan 2018
Dutch port readies itself for autonomous ships
The Port of Rotterdam is using IoT and AI technology from IBM to improve efficiency and become the model for ports of the future Continue Reading
-
News
30 Jan 2018
IT Priorities 2018: Data protection a top priority ahead of GDPR
Data protection continues to be a key focus for IT security investment for European firms in 2018, as does the emphasis on cloud and mobile security as companies move to these technology platforms Continue Reading
-
News
30 Jan 2018
Davos: Cyber risks grow as countries turn towards protectionism
The cost of natural disasters is now at record levels, but the cost of cyber crime is far higher. The World Economic Forum hopes to persuade governments to work together on the problem, but with isolationist politics back in fashion, can it succeed? Continue Reading
-
News
29 Jan 2018
NGO to fight for GDPR rights set to launch
A new breed of NGO aimed at helping EU citizens fight for privacy rights under the GDPR is set to launch after achieving the minimum funding required Continue Reading
-
Blog Post
25 Jan 2018
Only the hardiest need apply for freezing Finnish startup fest
If you’ve ever gone through the process of getting a tech startup off the ground, you’ll be familiar with the nerve-wracking process of pitching a group of stony-faced investors with your idea to ... Continue Reading
-
News
25 Jan 2018
Driverless buses hit the streets of Stockholm
Self-driving buses are being used in real traffic environments as part of a trial in Stockholm Continue Reading
-
News
24 Jan 2018
Sweden puts government IT outsourcing under increased scrutiny
Government introduces rules to tighten security in IT outsourcing deals following a very public data leak last year Continue Reading
-
News
23 Jan 2018
New controversies as Trump passes US Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act
The amended Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which seeks to legitimise US surveillance on foreigners, has been signed off by president Trump Continue Reading
-
News
23 Jan 2018
Interview: Kaspar Korjus, Estonian e-Residency lead
As the number of people signing up to become Estonian e-residents exceeds the country’s birth rate, Computer Weekly speaks to the man heading up the programme Continue Reading
-
News
22 Jan 2018
Norwegian healthcare breach alert failed GDPR requirements
Norwegian healthcare authorities failed General Data Protection Regulation requirements for notifying those affected by a personal data breach by waiting a week before disclosing a breach discovered on 8 January 2018 Continue Reading
-
News
22 Jan 2018
European Parliament votes to restrict exports of surveillance equipment
European Parliament votes to tighten export controls to restrict supply of surveillance and encryption technology to states with poor human rights records amid fears British companies may not have to comply after Brexit Continue Reading
-
News
18 Jan 2018
Nordic IT executive interview: Daniel Kjellén, CEO, Tink
Sweden could have a head start in the race to open up banking through the European Union’s PSD2 regulation Continue Reading
-
News
18 Jan 2018
Demand for cloud services drives increase in IT outsourcing
Cloud services spending in Europe, the Middle East and Africa offset a drop in traditional IT outsourcing in 2017 Continue Reading
-
News
17 Jan 2018
Davos: Disintegration of the internet could create economic turmoil
Politicians and business leaders will discuss the risks posed by fake news, cyber attacks, and artificial intelligence to jobs, political stability and global security, at the World Economic Forum in Davos Continue Reading
-
News
16 Jan 2018
Sweden pilots surveillance technology to combat terrorism and crime
The Swedish police and security agencies are trialling surveillance equipment to help them respond to terrorism and crime more quickly Continue Reading
-
News
16 Jan 2018
Abu Dhabi continues fintech agenda in 2018
Abu Dhabi is open to developing its fintech ecosystem, with the next 12 months expected to see more focus on the sector Continue Reading
-
News
16 Jan 2018
Skygofree Android spyware active since 2014, say researchers
Powerful, highly advanced spyware has been targeting Android mobiles for the past four years, security researchers have discovered Continue Reading
-
News
11 Jan 2018
Retail banking regulations hit UK with the potential of a ‘Big Bang’ moment
The UK retail banking sector is at the beginning of a journey towards to a more competitive future as new regulation hits them Continue Reading
-
E-Zine
11 Jan 2018
CW Middle East: Technology transforms healthcare delivery in Gulf region
The Gulf’s healthcare sector has witnessed exponential growth in the past two decades, driven by a rapidly growing population and a rise in lifestyle-related diseases. Read how technology is helping the region’s healthcare sector cope with demand. Also in this issue, find out how an initiative at Avaya hopes to use blockchain networks to help make the citizens of Dubai happy, and how the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s smart transformation is progressing. Continue Reading
-
News
10 Jan 2018
UAE tech growth prompts firms to review internal IT security
As IT becomes more prominent in the UAE economy, more and more internal connections between people and systems are created, all of which need to be secured Continue Reading
-
News
10 Jan 2018
Germany’s Lemoncat disrupts business catering through cloud computing
Startup is shaking up Germany’s business catering sector with a platform that harnesses Amazon and Salesforce clouds Continue Reading
-
News
09 Jan 2018
Max Schrems champions NGO to fight for GDPR rights
Privacy activist whose legal challenge of Facebook led to the scrapping of the Safe Harbour Agreement says crowdfunding a new type of non-government organisation is essential to deliver privacy rights Continue Reading
-
News
09 Jan 2018
Dutch bank tests wearable technology payments
ABN Amro is testing out wearable payment devices with 500 customers as part of a four-month pilot Continue Reading
-
News
09 Jan 2018
Spanish authorities ready roads for autonomous vehicles
Spain’s Directorate General of Traffic has selected Mobileye technology to develop vision and data analysis for driver assistance and autonomous vehicles Continue Reading
-
News
09 Jan 2018
Cyber attacks in 2017 drive Nordic security efforts
The volume of cyber attacks last year has increased boardroom focus on security in the Nordic region Continue Reading
-
News
08 Jan 2018
Sweden steps up cyber defence measures
Sweden is tightening up its cyber security defences as part of a wider national security strategy Continue Reading
-
News
04 Jan 2018
Nordic banks face digitisation decisions over PSD2
With the latest version of the EU payment services directive coming into force, traditional Nordic banks can’t afford to slow their digital transformations Continue Reading
-
News
03 Jan 2018
Top IT priorities for Nordic CIOs in 2018
Nordic CIOs tell Computer Weekly about their intentions for the year ahead Continue Reading
-
News
20 Dec 2017
Sweden’s Stena Line sets sail for digital transformation
Ferry operator’s CTO tells Computer Weekly how the company can differentiate itself by using digital tools to make its processes more efficient Continue Reading
-
Opinion
20 Dec 2017
How to boost your personal brand as an IT professional
Seven steps to help you build a personal brand in the workplace, articulate the value you provide and build your professional reputation Continue Reading
-
News
19 Dec 2017
Top 10 enterprise IT in the Nordics stories in 2017
The Nordic region might be best known in IT circles for its startup communities – but it has much more to offer Continue Reading
-
E-Zine
14 Dec 2017
CW Europe: Eurosport pumps up digital technology for cycling fans
Read how Eurosport is using a novel combination of technology and information to develop immersive viewing experiences for sports fans across a range of platforms. Also find out how Russian state bank Vneshekonombank expects to become a vehicle for a blockchain revolution in the country’s public sector, and what the European Parliament's approval of a new electronic system to store biometric information might mean for UK citizens after Brexit. Continue Reading
-
News
11 Dec 2017
Bumps in the road ahead for Nordic cashless societies
Sweden and Norway are global leaders when it comes to reducing the use of cash in the economy – but what about the Nordic region as a whole? Continue Reading
-
News
07 Dec 2017
Tieto wins Stockholm’s multimillion IT outsourcing contract
Swedish capital switches IT services provider after “administrative error” ruled original contractor out of agreement Continue Reading
-
Opinion
06 Dec 2017
How to attract investors for your enterprise software startup
Are you looking to find an investor for your enterprise software company? This expert advice explains what investors will be looking to find in an innovative software business seeking backing Continue Reading
-
News
05 Dec 2017
Third of Sweden's IT providers could be gone in two years
The IT services sector in Sweden will be decimated as hundreds of local suppliers disappear Continue Reading
-
News
04 Dec 2017
Barclays Bank stops offering Kaspersky software to new users
Bank is no longer offering customers Kaspersky anti-virus software after UK security agency issues warning Continue Reading
-
News
29 Nov 2017
Norway merges payment systems to combat global competition
Norwegian banks are merging three payment and identification systems in the face of increased competition from companies in other countries Continue Reading
-
News
28 Nov 2017
Dutch digital coin miners offered datacentre space to reduce costs
The Netherlands’ Datacenter Group is providing digital coin miners with space in a professional datacentre Continue Reading
-
News
28 Nov 2017
Fintech is increasing operational risk to banks
European Banking Association report reveals fear of greater operational risk because of increased take-up of fintech in financial services sector Continue Reading
-
Video
28 Nov 2017
Lauri Love: how reformed hackers halted the WannaCry virus
Lauri Love presents a compelling story of the WannaCry malware that nearly brought down the NHS, and the behind the scenes work of former hackers, and security researchers that helped to prevent lives being lost. Love is facing extradition to the US after allegedly taking part in a hacking protest over the death of internet pioneer Aaron Swartz, who faced jail for using a hidden computer to downloading academic journals at MIT. Continue Reading
-
Opinion
27 Nov 2017
My brother Lauri Love should have the right to a trial in the UK
Lauri Love should face trial over hacking allegations in a British Court, rather than be extradited to the US, where his extraordinary skills will be lost to society, says his younger sister Continue Reading
-
News
27 Nov 2017
Norway’s print media responds to digital threats
Subscription-based models are among the tactics being deployed by Norway’s print media organisations as they react to the digital threat to their traditional income streams Continue Reading
-
News
26 Nov 2017
UK only average in terms of digital public services
UK government has the innovation skills to become a digital public services leader, but needs to improve the ID and authentication that sits underneath it to reach this goal Continue Reading
-
E-Zine
23 Nov 2017
CW Nordics: IT companies focus on job satisfaction
The Nordics IT industry’s increasing focus on job satisfaction is paying off. Computer Weekly’s global salary survey shows Nordic IT professionals are happy with their pay and training opportunities and few are actively seeking a new job. Also in this issue, read how there is still gender inequality in the IT sector despite Nordic countries being hailed as pioneers of digital and equal worker rights. And Anna Eriksson, CIO of the Swedish National Land Survey, talks about the organisation’s approach to digital transformation. Continue Reading
-
News
21 Nov 2017
Nordic CIO interview: Emil Dahlin, Svevia
Swedish construction company Svevia is transforming digitally, driven by chief information officer Emil Dahlin Continue Reading
-
News
20 Nov 2017
Dubai Health Authority completes final phase of Salama electronic medical records system roll-out
Dubai Health Authority completes medical records digitisation scheme, 21 months after the project was first unveiled Continue Reading
-
News
16 Nov 2017
Europe not ready for imminent cyber strikes, say infosec professionals
Information security leaders in Europe believe a major breach of critical infrastructure is coming and that data breaches in their own organisations are imminent – yet most are not ready Continue Reading
-
News
16 Nov 2017
Private Swiss bank Julius Baer to save $1m a year with cloud HR
Julius Baer banks on higher returns after replacing on-premise systems with cloud HR services Continue Reading
-
E-Zine
09 Nov 2017
CW Benelux: Young wayward hackers could help fill Dutch IT skills gap
In this issue, read how an initiative in Rotterdam is helping young people get into the IT sector by targeting those overlooked by traditional methods. Also find out how Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport is utilising open source software to create and use a multi-cloud platform with an open API, and how the Netherlands’ Rabobank has moved from tape libraries and robotic arms to a platform-based storage and retrieval system. Continue Reading
-
Opinion
08 Nov 2017
A guide for businesses to China’s first cyber security law
Companies that break China’s new cyber security law may be fined or even have their licence to trade in the country removed Continue Reading
-
News
03 Nov 2017
Go beyond GDPR for a competitive edge
By exceeding the bare minimum requirements set by privacy regulations, businesses can win customers by offering greater assurances, says a business adviser Continue Reading
-
News
02 Nov 2017
Middle East blockchain forum moves to accelerate adoption of the distributed ledger technology
Blockchain technology is becoming more widely used by financial services companies in the Middle East, and is finding its way into other sectors in the region Continue Reading
-
News
27 Oct 2017
Nordea lays off 6,000, citing digital transformation as the driver
Nordea is cutting staff as a result of its ongoing digital transformation, which means it needs less people Continue Reading
-
News
27 Oct 2017
Carglass France feels benefit of employee knowledge sharing
Automobile glass repair company Carglass France is using knowledge-sharing technology to distribute expertise among 3,000 employees Continue Reading
-
News
27 Oct 2017
Airbus saves millions after building a digital learning library
Airbus has created a digital learning library that is helping more than 100,000 staff in 35 countries keep their skills updated Continue Reading
-
News
24 Oct 2017
Nordic finance watchdogs losing patience over anti-money laundering systems at banks
The financial services watchdogs have informed banks that they have to do more to improve anti-money laundering systems Continue Reading
-
News
19 Oct 2017
Norway’s Trondheim embraces the cloud with Google G Suite
Municipality is reaping the benefits of moving productivity software to the cloud Continue Reading
-
News
17 Oct 2017
RSA’s Middle East cyber security conference gains its own identity
RSA Abu Dhabi conference focuses on region’s cyber security needs as digital technology deployments expand Continue Reading
-
News
16 Oct 2017
How technology is transforming healthcare delivery in Gulf region
IT will transform the healthcare sector in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries over the coming years Continue Reading
-
News
16 Oct 2017
ADMCC monitors Abu Dhabi with Cisco technology
Abu Dhabi's surveillance system is using technology from Cisco Continue Reading
-
E-Zine
12 Oct 2017
CW Middle East: Internet of things can help Gulf countries to diversify
The Middle East’s push towards economic diversification is driving innovation in internet of things (IoT) applications for emerging services sectors, such as transport and logistics, telecommunications, financial services and tourism. Also read how the Dubai Health Authority is rolling out Salama, a unified electronic medical record (EMR) system, and a survey shows organisations in the Middle East are not offering IT staff enough training and don’t employ enough women in IT. Continue Reading
-
News
11 Oct 2017
Teva Pharmaceuticals turns to cloud HR as it weathers difficult trading conditions
One of Israel’s largest manufacturing companies has invested more than $10m in cloud HR. The technology is helping Teva Pharmaceuticals turn its fortunes around. Continue Reading
-
News
11 Oct 2017
Dutch government agreement increasingly focuses on IT security
The coalition government in the Netherlands has agreed its plan for the next four years, with IT security prominent Continue Reading
-
News
10 Oct 2017
Abu Dhabi transport department uses drones to improve traffic flows
Data collected by live video stream from drones is analysed at control centre to help alleviate traffic jams and other issues Continue Reading
-
News
10 Oct 2017
Belgian telco Proximus picks Cloudify to support NFV roll-out
Belgium’s largest telecoms operator Proximus will deploy a cloud-native orchestration platform to support its adoption of NFV services in the business Continue Reading
-
News
06 Oct 2017
All EU countries sign up to implement digital-by-default services
Declaration reaffirms commitment to bring public sector services into the digital age and improve citizens’ interaction with government Continue Reading
-
News
03 Oct 2017
Dubai Land Department launches interactive app
Mashrooi app will track real estate project progress and allow users to compare construction against developers’ plans Continue Reading
-
News
02 Oct 2017
Hard Brexit would see UK tech exports fall by £1.7bn
UK manufacturers including those in the technology sector will lose billions of pounds of export revenue if the government completes a hard Brexit Continue Reading
-
News
27 Sep 2017
UK-EU talks have failed to raise confidence of IT leaders
IT decision-makers are no more confident about how Brexit will affect them despite this year’s general election and talks between the EU and the UK Continue Reading
-
News
25 Sep 2017
Cage director found guilty of terrorism offence after refusing to disclose passwords
Muhammad Rabbani, international director of Cage, is convicted of an offence under the terrorism act after refusing to disclose his mobile phone PIN and laptop password under Terrorism Act Continue Reading
-
News
25 Sep 2017
Amazon launches Middle East region
Amazon opens its latest delivery hub in Bahrain to serve customers in the Middle East Continue Reading
-
News
15 Sep 2017
Banks across Europe cut thousands of staff and branches as IT replaces them
Banks across Europe cut jobs and close thousands of branches as IT shakes the industry Continue Reading
-
E-Zine
14 Sep 2017
CW Europe: The Macedonian surveillance scandal that brought down a government
In this issue, we look at evidence that Macedonia may have been running covert internet surveillance using sophisticated software supplied by a western technology company. We also look at how politics is changing IT buying habits in France, with French CIOs looking at alternatives to storing data with US-based suppliers as a result of one of President Trump’s executive orders. Download the issue now. Continue Reading
-
News
06 Sep 2017
European Union states question copyright law proposal
European states are questioning legality of a new copyright law proposed by the EU Continue Reading
-
News
04 Sep 2017
Women still under-represented in Nordic IT despite region’s efforts
Although countries in the Nordic region are often hailed as pioneers of digital and equal worker rights, there is still gender inequality in the IT sector. Continue Reading
-
News
31 Aug 2017
Open source helps Schiphol fly to multi-clouds
Amsterdam airport Schiphol is utilising open source software to create and use a multi-cloud platform with an open API Continue Reading
-
News
30 Aug 2017
HCL expands global network with Swedish delivery centre
HCL has opened another delivery centre in the Nordic region, this time in Gothenburg, Sweden Continue Reading
-
News
29 Aug 2017
Saudi Telecom Company creates cloud computing giant
The IT joint venture in Saudi Arabia will drive the digitisation of government services Continue Reading
-
News
29 Aug 2017
Danske Bank taps into the cognitive capabilities of IBM Watson
Danish bank is using IBM Watson as part of a major IT outsourcing deal Continue Reading
-
E-Zine
24 Aug 2017
CW Nordics: Banks and startups increase collaboration
First they were deemed a threat, now they are potential partners. According to a new report by Nordic accelerator Fintech Mundi, banks are increasingly turning to financial technology (fintech) startups in their hunt for new ideas and market opportunities. Also in this issue, read now Baker Brun, a bakery company in Norway, is modernising its business processes through the latest technologies, and hear how Stockholm’s CIO is relishing the challenge of trying to make the Swedish capital the smartest city in the world. Continue Reading
-
News
23 Aug 2017
Dutch e-voting is waiting for an opportunity
Despite years of opposition and distrust in voting machines, a small Dutch initiative is aiming for a new form of e-voting Continue Reading
-
News
23 Aug 2017
UAE telco Du pushes SaaS adoption in Middle East
The Middle East looks set to see strong growth in software as a service and IT departments need to take a different approach Continue Reading
-
News
22 Aug 2017
Wearables on the rise in the Middle East
The take up of wearables in the Middle East is growing mainly as a result of consumer demand for smartwatches Continue Reading
-
News
17 Aug 2017
World's largest’ data center planned in Norway
Norway will soon have the biggest datacenter in the world which will harness the countries rich natural resources Continue Reading
-
News
16 Aug 2017
NotPetya attack cost up to $300m, says Maersk
Danish shipping line Maersk estimates that the NotPetya cyber attack in June cost the company up to $300m Continue Reading
-
News
10 Aug 2017
CIO interview: Daniel Gebler, chief technology officer, Picnic
The Netherlands has the highest supermarket density in the world, yet a technology company has been able to gain market share from the established order Continue Reading
-
E-Zine
10 Aug 2017
CW Benelux: IoT Tech Day showcases innovation
Read about this year’s IoT Tech Day in Utrecht, Netherlands, which featured hobby projects such as light-sensing curtains that automatically open and close, but also showed that the IoT is growing up to encompass more serious applications. Also read about the lessons to be learned from the ‘Petya’ ransomware attack that has hit 60 countries, and find out how Dutch railway stations are monitoring the movement of travellers to reduce people jams. Continue Reading
-
News
09 Aug 2017
Nordic countries top digital nations ranking, but risk stalling
Nordic countries are leaders when it comes to digitisation – but they must continue to innovate to retain their position Continue Reading
-
News
25 Jul 2017
Big data means big risk, Swedish Transport Agency leak shows
The Swedish Transport Agency exposed sensitive information by transferring its databases to a third party cloud provider without following data protection procedures Continue Reading
-
News
25 Jul 2017
Nordea deploys AI to speed up customer service
Nordea is reaping the rewards of its fintech investments through its latest project to use artificial intelligence to support customers Continue Reading
-
News
24 Jul 2017
UAE hotel upgrades wireless network and internet connectivity
Beach resort completes major project to revamp its wireless infrastructure with TP-Link technologies Continue Reading
-
News
24 Jul 2017
What are Amazon Web Services’ Nordic plans?
Amazon Web Services' head in the Nordic tells Computer Weekly about the region's increasing demand and use of the cloud Continue Reading
-
E-Zine
13 Jul 2017
CW Middle East: How women can fill the tech skills gap
The growth of the IT sector continues to drive both innovation and employment in the Gulf, but women – as with all industries in the region – are under-represented in technology by significant margins, and could help to fill the tech skills gap. Also in this issue, read about growing threats in Saudi Arabia’s cyber sector, and how Dubai is becoming a world leader in smart city developments. Continue Reading
-
News
12 Jul 2017
UK ranked as top 10 digital economy
The UK has been ranked among the top 10 nations in terms of digital capabilities Continue Reading
-
News
10 Jul 2017
Nordic CIO interview: Ann Hellenius, City of Stockholm
Stockholm’s CIO is relishing the challenge of trying to make the Swedish capital the smartest city in the world Continue Reading
-
News
07 Jul 2017
Second phase of Dubai Health Authority’s electronic records implementation to start in August 2017
Unified electronic medical record (EMR) system to be rolled to more medical facilities across Dubai Continue Reading
-
News
07 Jul 2017
Europe takes measured approach to 5G, driven by ROI concerns
European operators may be more concerned with getting the maximum value for money from their 3G and 4G networks than rushing to roll out 5G Continue Reading
-
News
05 Jul 2017
Sweden trials blockchain for land registry management
Swedish land registry is trying out blockchain as a means of proving ownership Continue Reading