govtech
Whitehall’s Data-Driven Dream: A ‘Yes, Minister’ Reality for the UK Economy?
A classic sitcom joke reveals a serious economic headwind. Can the UK government’s data-driven ambitions overcome its bureaucratic inertia?
The Billion-Pound Information Gap: How Overlooked Social Benefits Impact the Broader Economy
A small news item on fuel allowances reveals a multi-billion-pound economic inefficiency with major implications for finance, investing, and fintech.
From Battlefields to Bytes: Can the Defence Sector Win the War for Tech Talent?
The defence sector faces a critical skills crisis, struggling to attract tech talent. Can it adapt its culture and mission to win over a new generation?
The EU’s New Intelligence Hub: A Big Data Challenge or a Cybersecurity Nightmare?
The EU is launching a new intelligence unit, a massive tech project blending AI, big data, and cybersecurity to unite 27 nations’ security efforts.
The £3 Million Glitch: How a Government Algorithm Mistook Family Holidays for Permanent Exits
HMRC’s flawed use of travel data to suspend 23,500 child benefit payments offers a stark lesson on the risks of poorly implemented government technology.
Beyond the Balance Sheet: How a Local School Meal Program Unveils the Future of FinTech and Economic Growth
A local school meal program in Devon reveals a major trend in GovTech, mirroring innovations in finance, fintech, and the broader economy.
Code on the Frontline: Why Europe’s Military Needs a Silicon Valley Reboot
Stark’s new CEO warns Europe’s outdated military procurement is failing in the age of AI, urging a shift to a software-first model to keep pace.