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Speakers from the Vatican and NASA to headline at Data Summit

Speakers from the Vatican and NASA are amongst a line-up confirmed for The Data Lab’s flagship event, Data Summit 2023. Data Summit is part of Scotland’s data and AI event, DataFest, a festival of innovation dedicated to showcasing the world’s foremost voices in data and AI. The 2023 event has been titled, 'The AI Renaissance: how is it shaping the human experience?­', and in a time where artificial intelligence is at the forefront of public discourse, it will explore how the technology is impacting all areas of our lives – from culture to net zero, privacy to disinformation, and religion to space travel. Taking place at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) on 2 and 3 November, Data Summit is set to bring together some of the leading data scientists, thought leaders, journalists and artists from across industry, public sector, and academia to share their advanced knowledge on the new age of data and AI innovation. Among a distinguished list of delegates, it will welcome Paolo Benanti, AI Advisor to the Vatican, and Katherine Rahill, Senior Scientist of NASA’s Human Research Division at Johnson Space Centre, to headline keynotes at the two-day conference. Other confirmed speakers for the event include: CEO and Co-Founder of Code First Girls, Anna Brailsford, who will be taking part in a fireside chat with Chief Commercial Officer of Strathclyde University, Gillian Docherty. Astrodynamicist and Space Environmentalist, Moriba Jah, who, alongside his work laying the foundation for a safe, prosperous and sustainable near-Earth space environment, is also a MacArthur Fellow, National Geographic Explorer, TED Fellow, Global Space Evangelist, Professor and Spacecraft Navigator. Colin Jarvis, applied AI solutions architect for EMEA at leading AI company, OpenAI will keynote. Professor in the Interfaculty Initiative in Information Studies at the University of Tokyo, Yuko Itatsu, who also serves as a Director for the B’AI Global Forum. Associate Professor in Philosophy at the Institute for Ethics in AI and author of the highly acclaimed economist book, ‘Privacy is Power’, Carissa Véliz. Tim Gregory, Nuclear Chemist for the National Nuclear Laboratory, who is also a public speaker, freelance writer, educator and science advocate. Broadcaster and genomics expert, Vivienne Parry, who hosts medical programmes for BBC Radio 4, writes widely on health, and presents films. She is also known to facilitate high-level conferences and train young researchers. Journalist and disinformation researcher, Olga Tokariuk, who has written for international media titles. DataFest will host a series of fringe events running from 24 October - 9 November, allowing industry and academic professionals to learn, network and explore some of the latest advancements in this technology. The events will take place across the UK and around the world, online and in-person, and will feature some of the world’s leading technology organisations including Meta and SENSE (Centre for Satellite Data and Environmental Science). Gordon Johnstone, Head of DataFest at The Data Lab, says, “Innovations in data and AI are moving at an unprecedented pace and the world is undergoing a complete technological rebirth. This year’s Data Summit agenda will explore what lies ahead for data and AI through various lenses to reveal the challenges and opportunities afforded by these exciting developments. By creating a programme that highlights all the ways these ground-breaking technologies can impact our lives, we hope to demonstrate how they can change humanity for the better.” “We pride ourselves on the unparalleled experience Data Summit has to offer, as it allows attendees to not only network with a variety of thought leaders in the field but will allow the chance to build communities with other like-minded professionals. With this year’s list of high-calibre speakers, the event is set to be the biggest, boldest Data Summit of its time as we welcome the Vatican, NASA, OpenAI, nuclear chemists, genomics experts, professors, astrodynamicists, journalists and broadcasters to inspire and drive positive change in our audience.” Tickets for the event are available on the DataFest website.

DataCentres Ireland - Meet your market in just two days!

DataCentres Ireland is the largest gathering of data centre professionals in the country and this year will take place on 22 – 23 November 2023, at the RDS, Dublin. Focused on the infrastructure involved in the design, build, operation and management of both new and legacy data centres, server and comms rooms, and critical environments, both in Ireland and beyond. Last year’s DataCentres Ireland showcased over 125 exhibitors to over 2000 attendees, and this year it is on course to be bigger and better than ever! The exhibition The exhibition will feature over 100 exhibitors and is your opportunity to see the latest products, solutions, technologies and service providers that can assist you in creating secure and resilient critical infrastructure. Even though the summer is here the list of exhibitors continues to grow. Some of the recent additions include: Stand No.                          Company Name 550                                     OBW Technologies 414                                     Precision Cables Irl Ltd 115                                     Niedax CMS Ltd 313                                     LAPP 522                                     Finning UK & Ireland 439                                     Roxtec 201                                     Critical Business Solutions Europe Ltd 237                                     RWL Advanced Solutions 518                                     Zaun Limited 245                                     Fogtec Fire Protection 519                                     SDM Fuel Solutions Ltd View the full exhibitor list here. Conference programme Whilst the conference programme that supports the exhibition is due for release in early September, the international speaker line up continues to grow with 43 already confirmed including a keynote address from Simon Coveney, T.D. Minister, Enterprise, Trade and Employment. Recent additions to the programme include: Jon Summers, Scientific Lead Data Centres, RISE Keith Maclean-Martin, Technical Director, Piller Power Systems Stefan Frenzel, Open Compute Project David Gyulnazaryan, Open Compute Project Colm Shorten, Senior Director Data Centres, JLL Peter Lantry, Managing Director Ireland, Equinix Damien Wells, Director, Spa Communications Brian Doherty, MD & CEO, Atlantic Hub Daniel Potts, Technical Director, RED Engineering Martina Assereto, DRAI Matt Hawkins, Director of Sales, CNet Fergus Innes, CCO, Crosslake Fibre Steve Hone, CEO, The DCA Juliet Stevenson Brown, Data Centres Analyst, DC Byte View the full speaker list here. DataCentres Ireland is free to attend – Click here to register today. Sponsors Lead conference sponsor Platinum sponsor Lanyard sponsor Session sponsors

International Cyber Expo celebrates women in cyber security

To celebrate and connect cyber security’s remarkable women and their allies, Nineteen Group, organiser of International Cyber Expo, has launched ‘Grab the Mic: Women in Cyber’. The brand-new event, held within the wider exhibition, is produced and hosted by Eleanor Dallaway, Founder of Assured Intelligence and former Editor of Infosecurity Magazine. Kicking off the event will be a keynote entitled, ‘It Takes Two to Tango (If You Want to Tango Exceptionally Well)’, delivered by a female-male duo, a novel approach at a diversity event. The keynote will serve to reinforce the reality that we are stronger together, especially when on equal terms. This will then be followed by a panel discussion on ‘How to Land The Job of Your Dreams’, moderated by Eleanor. Despite the longstanding cyber security skills gap, many still struggle to land their perfect job in the sector. The panel discussion will investigate this disconnect, and invite individuals from various backgrounds to offer their perspectives. This includes a cyber security recruiter, a hiring manager, a senior industry professional that has made it to the boardroom, and a newcomer to the sector. Audience members will also have a chance to ask the panellists questions and seek advice on landing the job of their dreams. “I am over the moon to have the opportunity to bring another 'women in cyber' event to the sector, this time with International Cyber Expo as its home. I am as passionate today as I’ve ever been about improving inclusion in our industry, and nothing motivates me more than a room full of people who share that mission,” says Eleanor. “I’ve designed this event with the attendee at the heart and soul of it. I’ve spoken to people who have expressed a desire for greater opportunity to network at these events, so we’ve made that a core focus. We’ve built in enough time to schmooze, make friends and seek new job opportunities, for those looking. I’ve also been told that attendees want a guarantee that they’ll be granted access. So, I’ve worked with Rachael at Nineteen Group to ensure we have an event space big enough to welcome every single person who registers – without fail.” “We’ve been listening to what the cyber security community wants, and many of the women in the sector want the chance to be heard. This is why we’re delivering an inspiring and educational networking event for women and their allies in the industry,” says Rachael Shattock, Group Event Director at Nineteen Group. “We are so pleased to have Eleanor Dallaway on board to help us bring this new event to life at International Cyber Expo 2023. With almost two decades of experience as a tech journalist, and having founded women in cyber security networking events in her time as editor of Infosecurity Magazine, she brings a wealth of insight and contacts that will no doubt make this event a huge success. Not to mention, she is a formidable industry role model in her own right.” The event will be held on the Gallery Level at London Olympia on Tuesday, 26 September from 14:00 - 16:30 BST. Attendees can register online.

Legendary British astronaut to address AI in space exploration 

Big Data London, organised by Reed Exhibitions (RX), has unveiled its keynote lineup with renowned astronaut, Major Tim Peake, CMG, and the first British European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut to visit the International Space Station, set to headline the event. The exhibition and conference will run on 20 and 21 September 2023 at Olympia, London. Previously an Army Air Corp officer and test pilot, Tim Peake’s work on the ISS and active engagement with the public has made him a role model to millions. He will explain how technology such as AI has made missions to the international space station possible. His closing keynote session will take place at 4:40pm on 21 September in the Y-Axis keynote theatre.  The Big Data LDN keynotes are the centrepiece of the content programme and for 2023, it will be running two keynote theatres in parallel at opposing ends of the hall (x-axis and y-axis). Both theatres will be packed with leading subject matter experts presenting the latest intelligence and opinion on the industry’s hottest topics. The organisation connects data visionaries and real-world pioneers to deliver cutting-edge practical advice to delegates and in addition to Tim Peake, the keynote track will also feature speakers including:  Libby Liu, CEO at Whistleblower Aid, will present on the Y-Axis stage on 20 September from 15:20 - 15:50, to discuss ethics at the cutting-edge of innovation, and shed light on the importance of data privacy and ethics in the digital age. Libby has represented some of the most impactful big tech whistleblowers of the last several years, including Meta's Frances Haugen and Twitter's former Security Lead, Peiter 'Mudge' Zatko. She will speak to what big tech whistleblowers have in common, the ethical dilemmas they face long before their stories shake the foundations of companies and industries, what they grapple with, what motivates them and how they can blow the whistle safely and legally.  Ela Osterberger from Wetransfer, will present at 14:40 - 15:10, in the Data Strategy Theatre on 21 September to discuss ‘Data Strategy 101: The Essential Guide’ and why your company almost certainly needs one, how to assess what's required, what it should include and how to evolve it. The focus of this session will be a practical take home on the importance of how to implement a data strategy at scale that you can implement right away.   Gary Cronin, Director Digital Transformation, Data Engineering and Insights, Grant Thornton, will deep dive into technical data governance and unlocking the power of data assets on 21 September, 13:20 -13:50. Gary will discuss the world of data modelling, focusing on lineage, provenance, and auditability of data platforms to explore how businesses can build a robust data infrastructure that enables them to reverse data transactions and provide transparency for better decision-making and data-driven insights.    The event aims to join together industry leaders, data professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts to explore the limitless potential of data-driven technologies. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with representatives and consultants from over 180 exhibiting organisations to explore effective solutions to address their data challenges and develop a robust data-driven strategy for their businesses. The event will feature a lineup of participating organisations with renowned names such as ITV, Porsche, Google, Microsoft, Bank of England, The AA, EDF, OVO, Jaguar Land Rover, Expedia, Experian, M&C Saatchi, HelloFresh and Lloyds Banking Group.   Registration for the event is now open, and interested participants can secure their spots for free here. 

DTX + UCX Europe 2023 prepares teams for a new realm

As 2023's advancements in technology pose more questions than answers, the industry's most insightful minds come together at Digital Transformation EXPO Europe (DTX) - the home of digital transformation, and UC EXPO (UCX) - the home of customer and workplace tech. Taking place on 4 and 5 October 2023 at ExCel London, the event comes at a time when IT teams and business leaders are starting to realise the impact from emerging technologies which has led to the theme of this year's show being ‘preparing for the next realm'. Organisations can learn how to balance risk with reward - readying their people, processes and infrastructure for the continual evolution of enterprise technology and AI. On day one of the show, three inspiring headline speakers take to the stage with Baroness Martha Lane Fox, President of the British Chamber of Commerce and Founder of lastminute.com, opening the show to explore why businesses need to decide if AI is friend or foe. Plus, world-renowned social engineer and author of ‘People Hacker', Jenny Radcliffe, speaking on the impact of tools such as ChatGPT on human-based attacks and approaches; and former distinguished engineer at Google Cloud, Kelsey Hightower, discussing the future of open source for product innovation. Day two will feature comedian and TV presenter Dara O’Briain alongside presenter & UCL professor, Hannah Fry to discuss the key role of storytelling and the value of being human in the age of machines. Furthermore, 18 stages of content will host case studies, panel debates and peer-to-peer roundtables discussing cloud, networks, cyber security, DevOps, software engineering, unified communications and collaboration, AI and automation and data, plus a new stage dedicated to IT Ops and service management. This year's event will be backed by a host of household names including Cisco, Google, Microsoft, AWS, Zoom and HP, plus Sophos, Okta, ThreatLocker and Checkpoint. Dominie Roberts, Programme Lead for DTX + UCX, says, “Following our hugely successful Manchester show in May, we're even more excited for the Europe edition of DTX+UCX returning to London ExCeL at such a crucial time for IT teams and business leaders.” "This year's event is designed to help organisations gain the knowledge and solutions they need to keep up with advancements in technology and the way a new generation of customers and employees are using it.” “Given the lineup of headline speakers, featured case studies and technology showcases, this year is sure to be one of the best yet and we’ll be announcing the details of the agenda and expo over the next few weeks.” To register, click here. Find more events happening around you here.

Leaders from cyber security sector come to RGU

Major figures from some of the top law enforcement agencies in the world are coming to RGU for an international cyber security conference. The University’s School of Computing has partnered with OSP Cyber Academy to host the Senior Leaders Cyber Summit on 31 August. Speakers include Cynthia Kaiser, Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI’s Cyber Division; David Charters, a former MI6 Intelligence Officer; and Chief Superintendent, Conrad Trickett, who leads Police Scotland’s Digital World Programme. The event has a distinct aim of discussing and setting out practical cyber security solutions which can be used at a national level and beyond. The Senior Leaders Cyber Summit will give a unique insight into the types of cyber security challenges faced by leaders across the globe.   Other speakers at the event come from a range of international sectors including academia, business and public services.   Irene Coyle, Chief Operating Officer of OSP Cyber Academy, says, “To bring this calibre of cyber security expertise and the diversity of the distinguished speakers to Aberdeen is truly remarkable. It is the perfect chance for people to hear from true leading lights in our sector. Working alongside RGU is perfect, as it means we can also use the University’s academic knowledge around cyber security to further accelerate awareness and engagement with this important part of our world.” As well as speakers, there will also be panel discussions and network opportunities for attendees. A senior leaders gala dinner is also being held at the Ardoe House Hotel later in the evening and this will also incorporate the Cyber Security Woman of the World Award.  Click here to find events happening around you.

Global Cyber Summit highlights Ukrainian experience amid geopolitical tensions

Nineteen Group, organiser of International Cyber Expo, has announced its programme for the annual Global Cyber Summit, sponsored by Sonatype, Opentext and Infoblox, and hosted at Olympia London on 26 and 27 September 2023. The summit returns with greater international appeal. Among other topics of discussion, guest speakers will provide the Ukrainian perspective on cyber security, in light of recent geopolitical events. With opening remarks by Professor Ciaran Martin CB, Chair of International Cyber Expo’s Advisory Council, the Global Cyber Summit assembles the industry’s great minds to review ongoing cyber threats, priorities and challenges. Uniquely, the programme this year invites advisors closely associated with Ukrainian government agencies to present their invaluable insight into the reality and impact of Russian cyber attacks on the country and beyond. Special guest speakers include, Oksana Kharchenko, a member of YouControl, who will delve into the challenges of managing sanctions risk in the current geopolitical setting; and Andrew Hural, Director, MDR of UnderDefense, who will reflect on the last 500 days of Russian cyber operations, determining the successes and failures of their espionage. Here are a few agenda highlights: Nicola Whiting MBE, co-owner of Titania Group, will reveal why diversity and inclusion efforts might be stalling and provide a new framework. Theresa Deumchen, Tech Policy Associate at Global Counsel, will examine the regulatory landscape concerning generative AI. Alexsander Gorkowienko, SecurityLabs’ Senior Managing Consultant at Spirent Communications, will explain how EU security regulations, such as the NIS 2 Directive, might affect businesses across the region. Jake Moore, Global Cyber Security Advisor at ESET, will shed light on his attempt to manipulate recruitment staff, land a job inside a company and gain full access to their data. Stewart Bertram, Head of Cyber Threat Intelligence at Elemendar, will utilise a mix of case studies and theories to expose the crossover between misinformation and cyber threat operations. Rashik Parmar, Group CEO of BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, and Dr Saritha Arunkumar, IBM Public Cloud Worldwide Technical Leader - Security, will sit together on a panel to address the question: What does the rise of AI and quantum computing mean for the future of cyber security? Charlotte Hooper, Helpline Manager at The Cyber Helpline, will highlight the impact of cybercrime on individuals and what can be done to support them. Attendees can also take advantage of scheduled talks at the collocated International Security Expo. In fact, Joel Aleburu at Microsoft, will be speaking here about the role of cyber espionage in terrorist activities on the first day of the event, while Joe Wrieden, Intelligence Analyst at Cyjax, will assess the key role of Advanced Persistent Threats(APTs) in serious and organised crime on the second day. All sessions are CPD Certified. To register for free as a visitor: https://ice-2023.reg.buzz/dcnnAs press: https://www.internationalcyberexpo.com/press-pass-registration Click here for latest data centre news.

Cloud Industry Forum partners with Disruptive Live

The Cloud Industry Forum (CIF) has announced a new media partnership with Disruptive Live. This collaboration marks a significant step change in the delivery of high quality and dynamic content to cloud industry professionals in the UK and globally. David Terrar, CEO, CIF, comments, “This strategic media partnership is another demonstrable step on our journey towards revolutionising what we deliver to our members and the broader cloud industry. It sets the stage for innovation, collaboration and knowledge sharing, and we are excited about the opportunities it brings. We collectively look forward to setting new standards for media content creation and engagement, harnessing the impressive thought leaders within our membership.” Highlights of the partnership include: Launch of ‘Cloud Industry Forum presents TWF!’: A weekly, live streamed news and interview show. Lasting five minutes, the show will provide up-to-the-minute news on cloud computing, followed by a 10 minute interview featuring prominent industry thought leaders. This show promises to keep viewers informed and inspired by the latest trends and insights. A mixed reality virtual set: Designed to provide an immersive and visually engaging experience for live streamed programmes and individual events, it brings the benefits of virtual participation to a global audience. Members and attendees can expect enhanced coverage of CIF events and gain access to exclusive expert interviews and valuable insights. Creation of new in-studio events and glass board sessions: Viewers can experience interactive discussions and collaborative sessions covering the latest topics and innovations.   Social amplification and extended reach: CIF and its members will also gain access to CompareTheCloud and Disruptive Live's extensive social media channels, amplifying their reach to a wider audience and generating increased visibility. The partnership will kick off with the first ‘Cloud Industry Forum presents TWF!’ airing on 17 July at 10am. The initial three week run will showcase three industry luminaries including Ian Jeffs, General Manager of the Lenovo ISG in the UK and Ireland and Director and Chair of CIF; Céline Schillinger, acclaimed author of ‘Dare To Unlead’; and Mark Osborn, AI and Data Partner Ecosystem Sales Leader, EMEA.

DataCentres Ireland – registration now open!

DataCentres Ireland has announced that its multi-streamed conference will be held at the RDS on 22 and 23 November 2023. It will bring together everyone involved in the dynamic and fast growing Irish data sector. The conference will look at the strategic issues and opportunities driving the sector, whilst the operational stream will look at the practical issue that can make IT Infrastructure more effective and efficient, whilst remaining safe, secure and resilient. Call for papers The conference programme is currently under construction. However, if people have a case study they think will be of interest to the audience, they can simply go to the Datacentres Ireland website and download the paper submission form. Background DataCentres Ireland has consistently delivered a quality audience of decision makers and specifiers responsible for the Irish data centres sector and beyond. The exhibition is an opportunity to showcase the different companies involved in the sector and various products, services, technologies and solutions they offer. Last year, over 125 companies secured their stand within the exhibition, as they recognised the business opportunities that can be achieved from meeting a quality audience of buyers and decision makers. Join the growing list of exhibitors Whether the company’s objective is direct sales or secure partnerships, it can get invitations to tender, launch new products and services, whilst reenforcing existing relationships and making new industry contacts. New event sponsors The organisers are delighted to announce: Iron Mountain has become the Lead Conference Sponsor Riello UPS has repeated its Platinum Sponsorship for 2023 Africa Data Centres has become the Strategy Stream Sponsor Solar Turbines is sponsoring the event lanyards again for 2023 Hear what delegates said about last year’s event “Great show this year…the best yet.”Eddie Kilbane, CEO, Kilon Holdings “Great event…one of the best I have been to in recent years.”James Rix, Project Director, Accredited Sustainability Advisor, Arcadis Consulting “Well attended event at all levels, stimulating and relevant conference topics with a diverse vendor expo. Ireland shows its data centre credentials…again.”Derek Webster, CEO, Andget

IMServ to highlight net zero ambitions at the Big Zero Show

IMServ has announced that it will be joining the Big Zero Show 2023, as a partner at UK’s net zero conferences. The theme of this year’s sustainability exhibition is net zero, as the partners will shine a spotlight on the UK’s transition to a low carbon economy, from sustainable innovation to insight from figures across the energy industry. During the sustainability forum, IMServ will present its visualisation tool DataVision, which helps businesses to fulfil their energy efficiency potential by helping them analyse their energy use. Justin Vroone, CCO of IMServ, says, "We are pleased to be a partner at the Big Zero Show. Observing such unity among partners that share our values and vision indicates how crucial it is to reach our net zero ambitions. It is a great opportunity to showcase the potential of data and energy efficiency in our transition to a low-carbon economy."   The conference stage will host multiple tech shows and lectures by industry bodies bringing further vision on the UK’s net zero ambitions and the solutions and technologies to meet this ambition.