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In this episode, Rebecca Paddick spoke to Infotec.NEWS journalist Simon Guerrier, to find out what’s on the horizon in technology reporting over the coming months. 

 

With an imminent election, the potential impact of AI-generated content, and the continuous evolution of digital, how do reporters select their stories? And what role do technology providers play in that? 

 

They also discussed the ways journalism is evolving in response to advancements in big data analytics and visualisation tools. 

 

Looking at public sector tech, Simon explains how the growing importance of privacy and cybersecurity issues could impact the focus and approach of tech journalism in the near future. 

 

As sustainability becomes a more prominent concern, particularly in the tech industry, the pair discuss how journalists can raise awareness and foster dialogue around environmentally friendly practices and innovations. 

 

They also covered a few other topics, like the way technology can connect us all, how news should add light not noise, and… the science of teddy bears…  

 

Take a listen to find out more.  

 

 

Links and resources: 

 

eVTOL (the air taxis of the future)  

 

Science of teddy bears  

 

Dorothy app for people living with dementia 

 

Well-being app for social care staff  

 

Guide to 'second-life' lithium batteries  

  

Can AI swing an election? 

 

Since we spoke to Simon, the British Library has posted a detailed, 18-page report on the cyber-attack it suffered, laying out what happened, how it responded and recommending ways we can all learn from its experience. 

In this episode, we talk to Rob Anderson, Chief Analyst and Service Director, Public Sector at Global Data, about what the future holds for govtech. 

Rob explained how the Procurement Act – a central digital platform for suppliers to register and store their details so that they can be used for multiple bids – could be the biggest change in public sector procurement in a generation.  

Rob then talked about the potential impact of the upcoming election, and why a more digitally focused government should look to build on the existing Roadmap for digital and data. 

He also discussed the potential benefits of Generative AI, the urgency for cyber security funding, and how we can continue to tackle technical debt… aka legacy tech. 

Take a listen. 

We’re kicking off our first episode of 2024 with a focus on student mental health.

Today’s students are facing a very unique set of challenges, the Covid legacy, and the cost-of-living crisis, have added to the ‘traditional’ pressures a student might face during their time at university. But the sector is responding, and there is some fantastic digital tools out there providing extra support.

So what can we expect to see develop further over the coming months? We spoke to Aphrael Spindloe, Content Manager at Student Minds, the UK’s student mental health charity, to find out more about the support that’s out there for both students, and universities, and how tech can play an all important part in the mental health agenda. 

This year, Student Minds is supporting the sector through a number of initiatives, take a look at Aphrael’s top picks below: 

Student Space provides a range of trusted information, tools and services to help with the uncertainty of student life. 

The Student Minds Hub is a place where you can find community, engage with training, and resources, and find out how your university can put student mental health first. 

#UniMentalHealthDay On the 14th March, the nation will get talking about student mental health and working together to make mental health a university-wide priority. No matter who you are, you can take part in this day. 

University Mental Health Manifesto Sign up to Student Minds’ national newsletter to stay up-to-date with progress of the manifesto. 

Welcome to the latest episode of Tech to Transform, the Mantis podcast.  



In the episode, medtech journalist and editor Ian Bolland discusses the first ever medical technology strategy. The government says the plan will support a thriving UK medtech sector and make sure the health and care system can reliably access safe, effective and innovative medical technologies to deliver the best outcomes for patients.  As well as delving into the policy, Ian discusses the sector frustrations left behind by Covid-19 and debates if the pandemic was a lost opportunity for the medtech sector to drive innovation forward.   He also tells us more about the upcoming Med-Tech Innovation Expo, and explains what medtech and healthtech vendors can do to cut through the noise and get their message heard in a busy and thriving sector.  Take a listen. 

Welcome to the first Mantis podcast of 2023.

Tech to Transform is our podcast series featuring the leaders driving digital change forward in the public sector.

In this episode, we talk to education journalist Charley Rogers about trends and challenges facing schools over the coming months.

We discuss the types of edtech stories that cut through the noise in a busy and ever-growing marketplace, and show how the right technology can support overstretched teachers and impact teaching and learning for the better.

We also take a look at what’s in store at this year’s largest edtech trade show, Bett.

Take a listen.

Welcome to the latest episode of TechToTransform, the Mantis podcast. 

In this episode, Mantis Account Director Rebecca Paddick caught up with Dr Sophie Newton, a GP with a diploma in Lifestyle Medicine and YouTube channel, where she aims to share accurate, honest and evidence-based medical information.

They discussed life in a busy GP practice, and the ways in which technology is helping to improve patient access to primary care. 

Sophie also shared what she’d say to Therese Coffey if she had ten minutes in a taxi with her.

Take a listen.