Day Headlines in Computers News: 2026-10-29
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UK surveillance watchdog ‘disappointed’ over government investigatory powers failings (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-10-29 14:24:00)
Operational pressures do not reduce the need for lawful and consistent safeguards, says Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office (IPCO) -
Datacentre covenant pleases developers more than campaigners (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-10-29 12:30:00)
Campaigners dismiss the Budget covenant as a voluntary smokescreen, while developers warn that priority grid access means little without the substations to deliver it -
UK government drafts national policy statement for datacentres (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-10-29 12:30:00)
The draft policy opens England’s fast-track NSIP regime to schemes of 100MW and above, with a presumption of consent and consultation running to 8 January 2027 -
Having a PHP patch available does not mean you're protected (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-10-29 12:04:00)
Patching is not a silver bullet solution. Turning patches into effective protection demands qualified professionals, clear responsibilities and the operational readiness to act. -
Kazakhstan and Nvidia look to open new chapter in physical AI (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-10-29 11:45:00)
Artificial intelligence hardware leader hails Central Asian country’s plans to become a global physical AI hub, tapping vast natural energy resources, heavy industry and a fast-growing local AI ecosystem -
RETN expands Sofia connectivity and adds IP transit customers (ComputerWeekly.com 2026-10-29 06:00:00)
Business communications provider opens connectivity hub for Southeast Europe with Sofia PoP and expands ability to serve customers across the region