Computing

Hackers associated with North Korea have compromised Axios, a widely used JavaScript library.

One month to go. Applications for Computing’s IT Leaders 100 2026 close on Friday 1 May. This is one of the UK’s most established and respected lists, recognising senior technology leaders who are delivering real impact, driving transformation, navigating complexity, and leading teams through change. If you’re a CIO, CTO, IT Director, Chief Architect or senior IT leader shaping strategy and outcomes inside your organisation, this is your opportunity to be recognised by the wider UK tech community. ✔ Free to apply ✔ Editorially led ✔ Industry recognition that lasts beyond the list Submit your free application before 1 May. Apply now: https://okt.to/tXysQL #ITLeaders100

Sponsorship opportunities for the AI and Software Development Awards close this month; have you submitted your enquiry yet? As Main Bar, Prize Draw, Category or Food and Drink Sponsor, your organisation will benefit from exclusive brand visibility during peak networking moments, embedding your brand at the centre of conversation, collaboration, and celebration. The earlier you enquire the better so you can take advantage of pre-event exposure too. This highly visible sponsorship positions you as a committed supporter of excellence and partnership within the AI and software community, while ensuring your brand is front‑of‑mind throughout the evening’s most dynamic interactions. 📍 14 May 2026 | Guildhall, London 🔗 Enquire now to explore sponsorship opportunities and lead the innovation conversation: https://okt.to/X4YSiu #AISoftwareDevAwards

The UK's competition watchdog has launched a renewed investigation into Microsoft's business software licensing, as regulators weigh whether to subject the US technology giant to ...

Software giant Oracle has begun laying off thousands of employees worldwide as it accelerates spending on AI infrastructure.

Last week, we proudly crowned our winners at the 10th anniversary of the Security Excellence Awards, recognising the teams, leaders and organisations raising the bar for security across the UK. From innovation to resilience, the calibre of this year’s winners was a powerful reminder of just how far the industry has come, and where it’s heading next. Watch the highlights from an unforgettable evening, and stay tuned to hear exclusive interviews from our winners very soon... 👉 Want to be a part of the 2027 edition? Register your interest here: https://okt.to/DVTxMy #SecurityExcellenceAwards

Here are the UK IT Industry Awards categories for organisations! Showcase how incredible your teams and organisation is, including our new category for this year: Learning Provider or Initiative of the Year. View all the categories here: https://okt.to/I4l9Xh Don't forget to save over £100 by entering before 15 May. In collaboration with BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT and Computing #UKITAwards

Is Q-day (when a sufficiently powerful quantum computer can break public-key cryptography) really nigh? In our latest research, John Leonard investigates developments in quantum computing and cryptography, and looks at whether UK IT leaders believe the risk is urgent and what actions they are taking. Read the research here: https://lnkd.in/ehTkVWup

The war in Iran is threatening the global supply of helium, an essential component in cooling chip-making tools.