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Strategic Intelligence

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A secure foundation? Cybersecurity in the construction industry

A 2024 GlobalData poll revealed that 73% of respondents said cybersecurity was either already disrupting their industry or would do so in the next 12 months.

An ode to the Nokia 3210

The simplicity of the phone is attractive, yet reality strikes in the sorry realisation that, ultimately, no one texts anymore.

Ransomware in the finance sector: Emerging threats

Cybercriminals capitalise on the lack of awareness among targeted users to make their attacks more successful.

The use of AI in policing and its risk in the criminal justice system

There is a risk that some AI systems have no human chain of command to review results and ultimately be accountable for decisions.

IoT is essential to digitalisation in travel and tourism

Enterprise spending on IoT across the sector is set to experience steady growth over the next few years.

Privacy paradox is impeding social media safety research

Under-regulation would be extremely dangerous, potentially causing untold psychological harm to young people.

Extreme weather: Climate change’s impact on the future of travel

The World Bank estimates that by 2050, a staggering 140 million people will be directly impacted by extreme weather events like droughts, floods, and storms.

What lessons can be learned from a railroad on the Moon?

The railroad is intended to be able to transport all manner of cargo and passengers across the Moon’s surface.

The role of blockchain in the transition towards a circular economy

Blockchain facilitates the tracking of raw materials, ensuring they are sourced sustainably and recycled appropriately.

What can be learned from movie sequels?

Fear of straying from the known underlines the fragility of the film industry.