Day Headlines in Computers News: 2026-06-26
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Why network automation is creating an observability paradox (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-06-26 11:13:00)
In the past few years, several organisations have invested more in automation to enhance visibility, resilience and speed. This has been through a blend of intent-based networking, AI-driven tools and zero-touch provisioning
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Why frontier AI must be stress-tested before CISOs trust it (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-06-26 11:02:00)
The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank considers if Anthropic’s Claude Mythos frontier AI model is a benefit or barrier to achieving resilient enterprise IT security, and how security leaders need to adapt.
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SES, Tototheo global expand multi-orbit maritime services (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-06-26 10:50:00)
Space solutions company expands partnership with connectivity and technology firm promising to deliver worldwide maritime customers with consistent, reliable connectivity that supports critical vessel operations
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World Cup venues score with Extreme, MatSing multi-beam Wi-Fi (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-06-26 10:30:00)
Strategic partnership delivers stadium connectivity promising increased capacity, simplified operations and reduced infrastructure requirements
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The ‘year of AI’: 2026 sees influx of ransomware attacks (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-06-26 10:16:00)
At Infosecurity Europe 2026, Cynthia Kaiser, former FBI cyber deputy director and now SVP of anti-ransomware platform services supplier Halcyon, warns that ransomware is evolving with AI and becoming readily available on the dark web
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Met Palantir pilot: The DPIA that raises more questions than answers (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-06-26 08:45:00)
We examine the Data Protection Impact Assessment for the Metropolitan Police’s Palantir Foundry pilot, and the governance gaps it exposes around surveillance, transparency and staff consultation
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Former ICO boss found using ‘vulgar’ language with female staff (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-06-26 07:12:00)
An independent investigation into UK’s former information commissioner John Edwards uncovers his use of ‘highly sexualised’ language with staff, days after his resignation
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AI surge sees fibre become nervous system of thinking economy (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-06-26 07:00:00)
Study shows how fibre broadband and AI infrastructure are becoming increasingly interdependent – from datacentre interconnection and middle-mile capacity to edge connectivity, resilient transport and real-time applications
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Metropolitan Police chief warns against law updates amid substantial tech expansion (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-06-26 04:45:00)
The Metropolitan Police is to significantly expand use of AI, drones and facial recognition to ‘regain the advantage’ over criminals, but warns progress could be held back by legislation and data integration issues
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CW@60: Powering progress – the unsung hero of innovation (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-06-26 03:00:00)
On 22 September 2026, Computer Weekly turns 60. To mark the milestone, we asked some of our friends - experts, trusted contacts, IT leaders and suppliers - for their perspectives on how tech has changed their lives over six decades