How many people specifically know where you are right now? Some friends and family? Your coworkers, maybe? If you’re using a Windows laptop or PC you could add another group to the list: the CIA. Read more: WikiLeaks drops ‘Grasshopper’ documents, part four of its CIA Vault 7 files New documents released on Wednesday as part of WikiLeaks’ series of CIA hacking revelations detail a method the...
Tyneside tech firm Atlas Cloud has moved into a new city centre head office after taking on new team members. The Newcastle company, which specialises in delivering cloud-based IT solutions, has moved into its new hybrid working headquarters in Maybrook House, to reflect the changing needs of its workforce following the pandemic. The firm, which recently made the Northern Tech Awards’ 100 fastest...
Telecoms and IT services provider Wavenet has expanded with another acquisition. The Solihull-based firm has bought out OGL Computer Support Holdings and its two subsidiaries, OGL Computer Support and CyberGuard Technologies. OGL is based in Stourport-on-Severn and works with more than 1,200 businesses across the UK, delivering services such as IT products, business software and cyber security...
A Tyneside software company has secured a deal with a Japanese port operator. Wallsend-based Notify Technology has developed a mobile-first software platform allowing clients to deliver improvements to their safety, wellbeing and sustainability culture and compliance. The firm has now extended its global reach after being appointed by Singapore’s Jurong Port (JP) Pte Ltd, a world-class...
Tyneside software giant Sage has agreed to buy a Seattle-based firm that offers accounting products and services for small and medium-sized businesses. Lockstep employs more than 130 people in the US and has a stable of products that aim to connect accounting teams and their systems, streamlining processes and improving cash flows. The undisclosed deal will see it bring its offer to the North...
With the men’s grooming market exploding to the tune of $23m in 2020, things are very much on the up for the best beard trimmers around. But, beard trimmers are like pets, phones and childhood sweethearts: your first one probably wasn’t a keeper. You need to find the right one and, thankfully, there’s plenty of choice now. Even the most cost-effective trimmer can come with a swell of peripherals...
Rural broadband specialist Quickline Communications has opened its new headquarters in East Yorkshire, signalling a huge expansion for the company. The company has more than doubled the size of its workforce since a buyout and significant investment, with more than 130 people now employed. And as it rolls out huge contracts to transform connectivity in hard-to-reach areas, it anticipates doubling...
A vehicle diagnostic tools and automotive training is gearing up for expansion after unveiling a new skills centre. Wrexham-based Maverick Diagnostics has been a pioneer in the sector for more than two decades. During the pandemic, managing director Andy Brooke refocused the business, from sales to service solutions, accelerating growth and winning new customers at home and overseas. Following...
Mesma is a software-as-a-service provider which specialises in helping training providers, colleges, universities, employment support providers and regulatory bodies with quality assurance. The digital firm was founded by Louise Doyle and it is targeting £600,000 turnover in the next 12 months. What was your first job (and how much did it pay)? My first was in my local newsagent. I don’t remember...
For those lucky enough to have access to a caravan or motorhome, this marks an opportunity to get back to exploring the British countryside. Bear in mind that the usual coronavirus restrictionsapply, depending on where you live (find out more in our latest lockdown advice). In England, for example, the ‘rule of six’ (or two households) is in effect for meeting indoors. For the avoidance of any...