Privacy concerns slowing UK decision on digital cash
The United Kingdom remains uncertain about the implementation of a state-backed digital pound, deferring any decision until at least next year amid persisting privacy concerns.
Microsoft to enable cloud users to store personal data in EU
In a bid to address concerns over privacy, Microsoft has announced that all cloud customers will have the capacity to hold and process personal data within the EU.
“Breach of trust” lands HelloFresh with data regulator fine
In the UK, meal kit delivery company HelloFresh is facing a £140,000 fine from the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) for sending millions of unsolicited emails and texts to customers.
UK unveils world’s first AI safety institute
The British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, has disclosed plans for the UK to house the world’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Safety Institute.
UK’s AI principles aim for accountability and transparency
The UK has laid out a new set of AI use-principles designed to reduce risk, safeguard consumers and promote fairer competition between developers.
Collaboration central to new UK bill designed to fight financial crime
In its bid to become a global fintech centre and financial services leader, the UK has inadvertently made itself a larger target for the financial criminals, experts argue.
Elaph Media plc: A UK-based media tech and content company
Elaph Media is a British owned MediaTech plc with a track record spanning two decades in providing online independent news, entertainment and lifestyle content to consumers in geographically underserved markets.
Elaph Media plc acquires Low&Behold, a full-service UK-based marketing agency
UK-based media tech and content company Elaph, which owns English and Arabic online news channel Elaph.com, has acquired Low&Behold, an independent, full-service UK-based marketing agency.