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AWS Outage Brings UK Services to a Halt: Are You Ready for the Next One?

AWS outage UK affecting services

The recent major disruption to Amazon Web Services (AWS) should have been a full-blown wake-up call for all businesses. From banking apps and government portals to entertainment platforms and ecommerce services, businesses across the UK experienced unexpected downtime after AWS suffered a serious technical failure. It’s yet another reminder that even the biggest names in …

The Hidden Legal Risks of AI-Generated Content: What Businesses Need to Know

AI tools like Sora can create videos, text, and images in seconds — but using them without understanding copyright law can land you in serious legal trouble. Here’s how to protect your business when using AI-generated content. AI tools like Sora can now generate professional-looking videos, images, and text in seconds, revolutionising the way content …

What Do Certification Bodies Actually Do in the Cyber Essentials Process?

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TL;DR: What Certification Bodies Do in the Cyber Essentials Process Cyber Essentials is a government-backed cyber security certification that protects UK businesses from common online threats. While IASME runs the scheme, Certification Bodies play a key role in reviewing your self-assessment, issuing the certificate, and offering support if needed. Whether you want to go it …