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  • Ransomware in Healthcare: A Wake-Up Call for Cybersecurity

    Ransomware in Healthcare: A Wake-Up Call for Cybersecurity

    On 12 May 2017, the National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom faced one of the most significant cybersecurity threats in its history. The ransomware attack, known as WannaCry, disrupted services across the NHS, affecting hospitals, GP surgeries, and other healthcare facilities. The Attack: What Happened? WannaCry is a type of ransomware that encrypts files on infected computers and demands a ransom in Bitcoin to unlock them. The attack began on 12th May 2017 and quickly spread across the globe, affecting hundreds of thousands of computers in over 150 countries. The NHS was particularly hard hit, with around 80 out of 236 trusts affected, along with numerous GP practices and other healthcare providers. The ransomware exploited a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows, known as EternalBlue…

  • Beyond the Badge: Ethical AI and the Risks of Hype

    Beyond the Badge: Ethical AI and the Risks of Hype

    Welcome to the second instalment in our blog series exploring the real-world implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business, inspired by the IET AI Technical Network’s insightful podcast discussions. This week, hosts Kirsten McCormick, Phil Clayson, and Andrew Williams return to explore the motivations driving AI adoption, the ethical questions surrounding its use, and the role open source plays in shaping the future of AI deployment. Watch the Podcast below! Key Highlights What’s motivating AI adoption? Is it genuine innovation… or badge-slapping? Kirsten opens with a candid reflection on how some organisations rush to adopt AI not for strategic advantage, but for image. “You start to see companies slapping the badge of AI onto their products,” she says, recalling a noticeable…

  • Inside the Mind of a Hacker: Navigating Cyber-Attacks with Industry Leaders

    Inside the Mind of a Hacker: Navigating Cyber-Attacks with Industry Leaders

    In an era where digital threats loom large, understanding the anatomy of a hack has never been more crucial. The recent IET webinar, "The Anatomy of a Hack," brought together leading experts to unravel the complexities of cyber-attacks and share invaluable insights on safeguarding digital content. From the emotional rollercoaster experienced during a breach to the cutting-edge techniques employed by ethical hackers, this webinar was a treasure trove of knowledge for anyone invested in cybersecurity. Join us as we delve into the key highlights and discover how to fortify your defences against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats. Stephen Stewart a committee member of the IET Media Network opened the session by highlighting the importance of content security in the media industry. He…

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  • Reconnect and share: IET EngX is back online!

    Reconnect and share: IET EngX is back online!

    I’m happy to announce that EngX is now back online and ready for you to dive back in! Over the past couple of weeks, colleagues have been hard at work on essential updates and improvements to our systems at the IET. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. Back to Posting! Now that we're back online, you can again start sharing your questions , projects, and insights with the EngX community. Whether you're looking to seek advice, collaborate on a new project or simply catch up with fellow engineers, our online community is here to support you. Freshen up your profile. When you log back in, take a moment to update your profile information and refresh your profile image. A fresh profile helps others recognise you and understand your expertise. Here's how to do it…

    Lisa Miles
    Lisa Miles
  • Wrapping up our Celebration of Engineers!

    Wrapping up our Celebration of Engineers!

    Throughout this week, we’ve had the privilege of sharing the inspiring stories of IET Award winners, showcasing their groundbreaking projects, and highlighting the profound impact of their work. Their dedication, creativity, and perseverance serve as a testament to the transformative power of engineering. Let’s look back on the highlights of this celebratory week: Insights from the Community Finalists and winners of the IET Young Woman Engineer of the Year Awards shared their stories in our Community Insights blog. We heard from Finalists Salma Al Arefi and Erin Lowe in This engineer wants to educate future engineers and Engineering high hopes for the future and learnt more about Mary George Memorial Prize winner Alexia Williams in Engines airplanes and engineering drive this apprentice…

    Lisa Miles
    Lisa Miles
  • Celebrating a Year of Growth and Engagement in the EngX Community

    Celebrating a Year of Growth and Engagement in the EngX Community

    As we wrap up another incredible year, it’s time to reflect on the remarkable growth and achievements within the EngX community. This year has been nothing short of extraordinary, and we have some impressive numbers to share that highlight our collective efforts and engagement. Welcoming New Members This year, we welcomed 3,735 new members to the EngX community. Each new member brings unique perspectives, skills, and enthusiasm, enriching our collective experience. It’s heartening to see our community grow and thrive with such vibrant participation. Content Creation on the Rise Our community’s creativity and knowledge-sharing have reached new heights, with 10,306 new pieces of content created this year. From insightful blog articles to engaging discussions and innovative projects, the…

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    Lisa Miles

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Latest Partner News

  • Silver Fox and Fluke LinkWare Live: Transforming Cable Labelling

    Silver Fox and Fluke LinkWare Live: Transforming Cable Labelling

    Silver Fox has partnered with Fluke Networks to integrate its Advanced Labelling Software with Fluke LinkWare Live , bringing a faster, smarter way to manage cable labelling. This powerful integration allows engineers to import test data directly from LinkWare Live, eliminating manual entry and ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance . For network professionals, accuracy is critical. This solution streamlines workflows by automatically matching test results with printed labels , reducing errors and improving documentation. Whether you’re working in data centres, telecoms, or electrical installations, this integration saves time and enhances project efficiency . By bridging cable testing and labelling, Silver Fox and Fluke Networks offer a seamless solution that simplifies large-scale…

  • Apprentice's 5,000-mile trip to become a training master

    Apprentice's 5,000-mile trip to become a training master

    An apprentice at the University of Sunderland took a trip of a lifetime to become a training master. Steve Simm, who studies on the Learning and Skills Teacher (LST) Apprenticeship at the University, travelled over 5,500 miles to Japan to be certified as an Overseas Monozukuri Education Master Trainer for Unipres. Receiving this accreditation means that Steve will be able to deliver in-house Japanese-style training in the UK, enhancing the teaching he already delivers through a range of level 2 apprenticeships at the Unipres Training Academy. Steve said: “This trip to Japan was fantastic. Over the four-day training course, I’ve been able to enrich my own professional development which now enables me to incorporate Japanese-style teaching into the training academy here in the UK. “While…

  • Positive impact of apprentices celebrated at awards ceremony

    Positive impact of apprentices celebrated at awards ceremony

    The achievements of University of Sunderland apprentices have been celebrated at a special awards ceremony to mark the end of National Apprenticeship Week. The University’s annual awards recognise the efforts and contributions that its current and graduate apprentices make in the region and amplifying the organisations that create these opportunities. The apprentices taking home prizes this year are: Steph Capewell, founder and CEO of Sunderland-based baby bank charity Love, Amelia – Community Impact Award ( Senior Leader Apprenticeship ) Yan Cunningham, South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust – Impact and Research Award ( Advanced Clinical Practitioner ) Hannah Woodward, Bright Futures NE – Apprentice of the Year ( Community and Youth Work ) Scott Simpson, Kasai UK …

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Latest articles from E+T Magazine

  • London mayor to ‘actively explore’ building new homes on city’s green belt

    London mayor to ‘actively explore’ building new homes on city’s green belt

    Mayor of London Sadiq Khan announced today that City Hall will ‘actively explore’ releasing parts of the city’s green belt to build homes and address the housing crisis. Since assuming his position in 2016, Khan has consistently said that he is opposed to building on the green belt. London’s green belt is a legally protected area of countryside and ‘green’ space surrounding the capital, covering approximately 515,000 hectares. Khan previously said that he wanted to safeguard these areas with a “brownfield-first” approach – developing on sites that have been developed previously but are not in use currently. However, his stance has changed amid London’s escalating housing crisis. The government wants to see 88,000 new homes built in the capital every year over the next decade, equating…

  • Ørsted pulls plug on major UK offshore wind project due to rising costs

    Ørsted pulls plug on major UK offshore wind project due to rising costs

    Danish energy company Ørsted has said it will discontinue the 2.4GW Hornsea 4 project “in its current form” due to increasing supply chain costs, higher interest rates and construction risks. The UK government’s sixth renewable energy auction round in September 2024 saw the 2.4GW Hornsea 4 project secure one of nine contracts for difference (CfD) that were awarded. The competitive CfD scheme is the UK government’s main mechanism for securing clean energy infrastructure for Britain. The scheme supports renewable energy developers by protecting them from fluctuations in the wholesale electricity market. Hornsea 4 is the fourth phase of Ørsted’s huge Hornsea offshore wind farm in the North Sea, off the coast of East Yorkshire. Hornsea 1 and 2 are already operational with 3 and 4 in development…

  • EU unveils roadmap to end its dependency on Russian energy imports by 2027

    EU unveils roadmap to end its dependency on Russian energy imports by 2027

    The European Union has announced a “gradual and well-coordinated” roadmap to completely eliminate its reliance on Russian fossil fuels over the next two years. In 2022, the bloc announced its intention to effectively cut 90% of oil imports from Russia by the end of that year in protest at Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. With the EU importing substantial amounts of Russian gas, oil and coal, and with this overdependence considered a security threat, in May 2022 the European Commission (EC) published the REPowerEU plan to phase out all Russian fossil fuel imports. While progress has been made over the past few years through measures such as sanctions, in 2024 the EU saw a rebound in Russian energy imports. To ensure EU’s full energy independence from Russia, the EC has now launched its…

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