More than 90 businesses have been given some stark facts about the possibility of cyber attacks on their computer systems. Eleven top UK speakers including Europe’s Number One ethical hacker Jamie Woodruff (above) outlined the risks and the realities of being attacked, and provided useful advice on how to conquer the threat during Exeter’s recent Cyber Security Awareness Week.
Mr Woodruff, who is employed by companies to hack into their systems and expose their weaknesses, gave a fascinating insight into the mind of a hacker. His work has included demonstrating the vulnerabilities...
Exeter MP Ben Bradshaw has praised the city’s forthcoming Cyber Security Awareness Week for leading the war against increasing online crime.
Mr Bradshaw said it was a timely reminder for all businesses to review their online security and prepare for General Data Protection Regulation coming into force in May, requiring companies to change the way they capture and store personal details.
Congratulating Exeter-based Bluegrass Group for organising a week long programme of free seminars and workshops, Mr Bradshaw said: ‘ Cyber Security Awareness Week is yet another excellent...
Exeter businesses are being offered the chance to prepare themselves for the escalating war against cyber crime.
The City’s Cyber Security Awareness Week (CSAW) will offer a series of free workshops and seminars on all aspects of cyber crime, from taking preventative steps to watching a live data recovery demonstration.
One whole day of events will be devoted to the implications of the forthcoming General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) coming into force in May. Delegates will learn how to prepare to be data compliant as well as manage their day to day data protection,...
There’s been more praise for Exeter businesses organising this week’s Cyber Security Awareness Week.
The Minister of State for Digital and Culture, Matt Hancock has sent a message congratulating them on taking the problem head on.
‘It’s great to see businesses in Exeter and the south West getting together to tackle this growing area of concern,’ he said
Mr Hancock said cyber security is a top government priority, with a £1.9 billion investment to make the UK the safest place to live and do business online. He urged all businesses to take up free advice and training...
A newly-formed Scout group in Cranbrook has been handed a £1,000 boost towards a storage container.
Persimmon Homes South West has made the donation to 1st Cranbrook Scout Group. The group was formed to serve the new Devon town and already has a Beaver colony, a Cub pack and a Scout troop. The group currently rents its meeting venues from the local community and council but has nowhere to store activity or camping equipment. Leaders are raising funds for a small shipping container. Group scout leader Mo Ricketts said: “We are extremely grateful to Persimmon Homes South West for...
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Snows Group is delighted to announce that in response to growing demand, it will be relocating its Exeter Toyota and Lexus dealerships to a fantastic, sustainably-orientated new site.
As of Monday 9th May 2016, Snows Toyota and Lexus Exeter will be located at Snows House, 4 Matford Way, Matford, Marsh Barton, Exeter, Devon EX2 8FN.
The dealerships have been built using a range of energy efficient measures, including supplemental natural lighting at Snows Toyota, the first Toyota Centre in the UK to benefit from this technology. Meanwhile, the stunning design of the Lexus...
Anyone with experience of the RD&E’s cancer services is being invited to help boost public and patient membership of a joint group set up by the Trust.
The Trust has set up the Exeter Cancer User Group as part of its commitment to continuously improve its cancer services.
One of its key aims is to hear the views and experiences of both past and present cancer patients and their families/carers and in particular identify ways they feel the Trust can develop and strengthen its cancer services.
The level of commitment needed for anyone wanting to join is very light...
The Association for Independent Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians (AIO) held the first of a series of local meetings for Independent optical professionals in Bath.
Both members and non-members of AIO gathered together at Restaurant Martini to establish a local forum for Independent practitioners to discuss the issues that are foremost in their minds. The group found that there was strong agreement about a number of key issues and general support for the soon to be launched Independents Code of Conduct (the IC).
In particular, the Group expressed dismay that use of the...
