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Young people plan to sidestep UK's under-16 social ban

Many families may face a new safety challenge, with research finding 42% of 11 to 15-year-olds expect to move to apps outside the rules.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 6 days ago

Digital Transformation

BT completes upgrade of Scotland's public sector network

More than 5,000 Scottish hospitals, schools and councils now have upgraded connectivity after BT finished a £350 million network programme early.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

YouTube

Young people plan to dodge social media ban, EE warns

Many families may need to prepare for children to shift to less regulated apps, as research shows 42% of teens expect to bypass the ban.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

Digital Transformation

QualityAI appoints Kenny Small as UK managing director

UK firms moving AI into core operations are driving demand for testing and assurance, as QualityAI names Kenny Small to lead its business there.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week

Smart Cities

Wireless Broadband Alliance sets out 6G & Wi-Fi roadmap

Indoor coverage and user experience are set to depend more on Wi-Fi as the alliance pushes for it to be built into 6G standards from the outset.

By Shadda Lie Catugal • 5 min read • Last month

Digital Transformation

Multiverse launches Mastry to challenge AI consultancies

The platform aims to help employers measure whether AI training changes day-to-day work, as firms seek clearer returns on spending.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month

Firewalls

BT launches Microsoft Sentinel security service in UK

The managed offering targets UK organisations struggling to keep pace with faster AI-driven attacks, with round-the-clock monitoring and response support.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

Digital Transformation

Armstrong Bell acquires Tapcast in six-figure deal

The purchase boosts Armstrong Bell's managed IT and cybersecurity push as BT phases out old analogue lines and wholesale line rental.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

IT Industry

Virgin Media O2 launches GBP £3m device reuse fund

Millions of unused phones and laptops could be redirected to people without kit as the telecoms group backs local reuse schemes until 2030.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2026

Data Protection

Lifecycle Software launches telecom compliance consultancy

Rising scrutiny over data, security and identity checks is pushing mobile operators to bake compliance into daily operations, Lifecycle Software says.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Sep 2026

Social Media

EE launches free online safety sessions for parents

The back-to-school move comes as parents and teachers report that screen time is fuelling rowdy classrooms and family disputes over phones.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 6 min read • Fri, 4th Sep 2026

Global Stories

British Telecommunications (BT) stories

Fintech

GSMA re-elects Gopal Vittal as chair, names Vodafone CEO

The appointments preserve senior operator representation at the mobile industry's top table as security, AI and network investment climb the agenda.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week

Firewalls

BT International expands Global Fabric with security options

Multinational firms can now choose from four security providers on BT's network platform as AI traffic raises demands on speed, resilience and control.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month