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The capabilities of quantum computing have been rapidly developing over the last decade, and are expected to mature over the next. By 2030, in fact, the industry widely expects commercial quantum computing offerings to be available in the mainstream. While the business use cases of quantum computing are being contemplated,…

The UK government has officially banned the TikTok app from devices across government due to national security concerns. Oliver Dowden, chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, confirmed the decision during an address in House of Commons on Thursday. Dowden's speech followed days of speculation that the UK would follow the…

Stewart McDonald said he was targeted in a phishing attack on January 13.

UK cyber-security chiefs on Thursday warned that Russia and Iran were increasingly targeting government officials, journalists and NGOs with so-called "spear-fishing" attacks in order to "compromise sensitive systems". The National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) urged those in such roles to familiarize themselves with material on its website explaining the techniques…

Sophisticated campaigns against politicians and media aim to steal secrets or embarrass high-profile figures rather than to extort money

Texts and emails claim to offer government schemes for discounted energy bills and tax refunds

Scottish Business Resilience Centre offering support to firms of all sizes

Brits across the country will be rushing to bag themselves a bargain this Black Friday - but they should remain cautious, as the sales are likely to attract scams worth thousands

£15.3m was lost to scammers by online shoppers in Britain in the festive period last year, but there are steps you can take to protect yourself