Technology

NHS cyber attack: Man who saved the world from ransomware 

Marcus Hutchins, the man who saved the world from the ransomware attack that took down the NHS didn't pass his IT GCSE.

Facebook Ireland base to gain capacity for additional 5,000 workers 

Facebook has officially confirmed that it is to move its EMEA headquarters to the site of the AIB Bank Centre in Ballsbridge.

Northern Ireland boy's golf guide proves a hit with foreign fans planning Open visit 

A teenager from Co Down has swung into action to write his own unofficial online guide to next year's Open Championship at Royal Portrush - and it's proving popular with overseas golf fans.

New software will double jobs at fintech firm Vox Financial Partners 

A fintech consultancy firm based in Belfast plans to double its team by 2020 on the back of new software it says will guide the financial services industry in a post-Brexit world.

New iPad Pro, MacBook Air and Mac Mini: everything you need to know 

Apple has made sweeping updates to its main tablets and computing devices, with a focus on better performance and bigger displays.

Tech giants slapped with new tax as Chancellor throws lifeline to high street 

Online tech giants such as Amazon and Google will be slapped with a new digital services tax as part of a package of measures meant to ease the burden on the beleaguered high street.

Online learning company announces creation of 20 new jobs in Derry 

The economy of Londonderry is set for a boost with the announcement 20 new jobs at global online learning company Learning Pool.

‘Encouraging girls into IT is incredibly difficult and I still haven’t really figured out why’ 

Mother knows best goes the well worn expression, but in Georgina O’Leary’s case it’s certainly true. Now one of the most prominent figures in Northern Ireland’s fast-growing fintech sector, the Londonderry-based Allstate director could easily have chosen a very different career save for the intervention of her mum Anne.

EU exit used as mask for skills deficit, claims tech firm founder 

Brexit is being used as a smokescreen for fundamental flaws in Northern Ireland's skills supply chain, a Belfast-based workforce specialist has claimed.

Shipbuilding to return to Belfast Harbour with creation of 35 jobs 

Commercial shipbuilding is set to return to Belfast Harbour with Artemis Technologies establishing a new facility in the area, creating 35 jobs.

Growth the aim following £1.2m boost for software firm Oroson 

Northern Ireland software company Oroson has raised investment of £1.2m from private investors and Co-Fund NI for its product development.

Tech hub on site of former Mackie's factory celebrates creating 200 jobs since 2016 

A hub for tech businesses on the site of the former Mackie's factory in west Belfast is marking the creation of 200 jobs.

Belfast firm seals National Gallery deal ahead of Big Data conference 

Belfast-based tech firm Analytics Engines has secured a new three-year contract with The National Gallery.

Twitter releases election meddling data 

Twitter is releasing all known accounts and posts related to “information operations” dating back to 2016, when it was first learned that foreign operators were using social media to meddle in US elections.

YouTube returns after outage takes site offline 

YouTube has apologised after technical issues took the site offline for more than an hour overnight on Wednesday.

Cyber security threat in spotlight at Dublin Information Sec 

Cyber security specialists from across the island have gathered in Dublin to discuss the risks and threats facing organisations.

Return of Stormont 'would help drive for better digital skills' 

The head of a Lloyds Banking Group project to improve Northern Ireland's digital skills has said restoration of the Executive would be helpful for its progress.

Openreach NI backing new tech category for awards 

Openreach Northern Ireland, the new name for BT's Northern Ireland Networks engineering division, is the sponsor of the Innovative Use of Smart Home Technology category at the Belfast Telegraph Property Awards 2018.

Belfast firm behind sports clubs TeamFeePay app sets its sights on US 

A west Belfast company that makes an app to enable sports clubs to collect members' payments is hoping to expand into the US.

Software bugs inevitable, but they needn't threaten security 

It's all just software. Really, it is. Software runs our applications and software makes our hardware work. Software has always had bugs, due to the fundamental fact that humans, unlike computers, are not finite state machines which follow predictable paths.

Are you Digital Ready? 

Machine learning and artificial intelligence are advancing at a tremendous pace, redefining the role of professionals in the workplace.  So what impact will this have for accountants and finance professionals in the future?

Google Plus to close after bug leaks personal information 

Google is shutting its underwhelming Plus social network for regular users, following the disclosure of a flaw discovered in March that exposed personal information of up to 500,000 people.

Apple's Siri and Amazon’s Alexa struggle with Northern Ireland accents 

29.6% of Northern Irish people say they struggle to be understood by smart home devices such as Apple's Siri and Amazon’s Alexa.

Dublin Information Sec 2018 schedule: speakers and times for cyber security conference October 15, RDS 

Cyber proof your business at the cyber security event of the year. Join speakers like Mikko Hypponen, a world-wide authority on computer security and privacy issues and Jenny Radcliffe, Hunter at Channel 4’s hit series Hunted aka the 'people hacker'.

Belfast social media project Humans of Belfast back after five years 

A popular social media project telling the stories of Belfast residents has returned following a five-year hiatus.

Invest NI helps seal £1m Canadian deal for Belfast tech firm 

A Belfast-based wireless sensor firm has secured a $1.2m (£0.9m) exporting deal with a Canadian company.

Co Down agency Eyekiller lands Broadway website deal 

Northern Ireland digital agency Eyekiller is expanding after winning a deal with a centre for the performing arts on Broadway.

Hunt for new Northern Ireland tech companies to be propelled 

The search is on for technology start-up entrepreneurs to join the 2019 Ignite NI Propel Pre-Accelerator programme.

Belfast-based space imaging firm expands workforce by 33 

A Belfast space technology company is creating 33 jobs with an average £45,000 salary over the next four years as it seeks more uses for its expertise.

Feminist attacks Apple saying iPhone size not suitable for women's hands 

A feminist has criticised Apple for focusing on bigger-sized iPhones she says are not suitable for women's hands.

I'm convinced Facebook isn't listening to any of your chats 

This is a conversation I now have at least once a month. Person: "I was talking to my friend about getting a car the other day. The next day I start seeing car ads in my Facebook. Are they listening to me through my phone?"

Entrepreneur Newry-bound for Innovation Nation conference 

Mark Little, one of the world's most renowned digital entrepreneurs, is to headline the inaugural Innovation Nation 2018 conference in Newry later this month.

'We now live in an exciting era of technology, what a time to be alive!' 

Q: What's the best piece of business (or life) advice you've ever been given?

Alchemy founder outlines plan to go global 

A Northern Ireland entrepreneur has said there is "no question" that his insurance software firm will grow beyond the 256 jobs announced for Londonderry yesterday.

Twitter permanently bans Alex Jones and Infowars over abuse 

Twitter is permanently banning right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his Infowars show for abusive behaviour.

Big Data tech conference back in Belfast 

The Big Data tech conference is set to return to Belfast with a high profile line-up of speakers offering their insights into new technologies, ideas, and tools from right across the sector.

How to work hard and save big with a powerful cut price smartphone 

In a month's time, Apple will launch its newest iPhone, sparking an annual wave of upgrades and holiday wish lists. But rival smartphone manufacturers have quietly released a different, almost as intriguing, batch of smartphones this summer: powerful ultra-budget models.

Tech jobs on way as brothers pick Belfast for global base 

A global software company is to set up its international base in Belfast, creating up to 15 jobs.

Apple valued at $1 trillion as shares surge 

Apple has become the world’s first publicly traded company to be valued at $1 trillion.

Northern Ireland sector now employing 9,000, says new report 

The number of people employed in Northern Ireland's digital technology sector rose to almost 9,000 last year, according to a report.

Google's £102m deal to buy Dublin building 'imminent' 

Tech giant Google is close to signing a deal with developers Paddy McKillen and Belfast-born Johnny Ronan to acquire the Treasury Building in Dublin for a figure in excess of €115m (£102m), it has emerged.

Queen's University wants to build new wing at £6.3m Titanic IT research facility 

Queen's University has launched plans to significantly expand its £6.3m digital research facility in Belfast's Titanic Quarter.

Belfast firm Zenith Network obtains new clients in major deal 

A Belfast IT company has expanded its operations by acquiring the clients of another business.

Newry's First Derivatives seals 'next generation' deal with the operator of Finnish power grid 

Newry-based global financial services software firm First Derivatives has announced a deal with Finnish electricity transmission operator, Fingrid.

Technology review: Lenovo's ThinkPad a sleek, quiet weapon 

You generally get what you pay for with a laptop. If you can afford it, the ThinkPad X1 Yoga really is top-of-the-line stuff. It has a best-in-class keyboard, effortless power and an amazing (touch) display. The only thing that's less than superb on it is its battery life, which is only average (at around five or six hours per charge).

Google introduces new job search feature for UK workers 

Job seekers will be able to ask Google to find “jobs near me” as the company makes its first foray into the UK’s recruitment sector.

Twitter move over locked accounts to cut followers 

Twitter has warned users to expect a drop in numbers of followers as it begins removing locked accounts.

Belfast is beautiful, says tech billionaire Elon Musk after visit 

US tech billionaire Elon Musk hailed Belfast as “beautiful” after he visited the city with his family, but scotched hopes he was on the hunt for an investment opportunity.

Tesla tycoon Elon Musk enjoys Belfast pub grub and Game of Thrones set visit with children 

US tech billionaire Elon Musk was in Belfast on Wednesday, and stopped by a pub for some food with his family.

Kainos develops NHS app as £8m spend announced 

Northern Ireland IT firm Kainos has unveiled an £8m research and development investment as it also announces a smartphone app for patients of the NHS.