1 hr 10 min
Episode 4: Brexit & Tech: What's next? A Decade Apart: Technology & Politics Podcast
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This week we talk about brexit and what impact it has on technology as a concept in government and as a vital industry in our economy. We discuss aspects of the gig economy, a digital single market, data centres and why tech has featured so little in mainstream media on discussions around brexit.
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Amazon Affiliate: Five on Brexit Island (Enid Blyton for Grown Ups) : It is the night of the referendum and the Five have retired to Kirrin Island to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine, fed up with the rancour of public debate. George is firmly a 'remainer,' whilst Julian, who is in the 'Brexit' camp, is tolerated on the grounds that Anne cannot bear to go camping without him.Links:
A Glimpse into the Future: Technology and Governments in A Glimpse into the Future — How does a successful transition to a digital government look like? Why haven't countries around the world adapted to the Third Industrial Revolution yet? What are some of the new technologies that will both challenge governments and give them tools to become more efficient and safe? Tune in and find out!Prime Minister’s letter to Donald Tusk triggering Article 50 - GOV.UK — Prime Minister Theresa May has written to European Council President Donald Tusk to notify him of the UK’s intention to leave the EU.TechUK: Brexit - Our latest Brexit work — As the UK forges a new relationship with Europe, techUK and its members have been working hard to ensure the voice of the tech sector is heard in forthcoming negotiations.Infrastructure at the heart of the digital economy - Raconteur — Businesses are moving from office IT rooms to strategic data-centre hubs that connect them to the cloud and much moreSilver Linings: The Implications of Brexit for the UK Data Centre Sector — This paper explains the role of data centres in the economy, how they provide the core digital infrastructure that underpins all industry sectors and enables our digital economy.
This week we talk about brexit and what impact it has on technology as a concept in government and as a vital industry in our economy. We discuss aspects of the gig economy, a digital single market, data centres and why tech has featured so little in mainstream media on discussions around brexit.
Sponsored By:
Amazon Affiliate: Five on Brexit Island (Enid Blyton for Grown Ups) : It is the night of the referendum and the Five have retired to Kirrin Island to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine, fed up with the rancour of public debate. George is firmly a 'remainer,' whilst Julian, who is in the 'Brexit' camp, is tolerated on the grounds that Anne cannot bear to go camping without him.Links:
A Glimpse into the Future: Technology and Governments in A Glimpse into the Future — How does a successful transition to a digital government look like? Why haven't countries around the world adapted to the Third Industrial Revolution yet? What are some of the new technologies that will both challenge governments and give them tools to become more efficient and safe? Tune in and find out!Prime Minister’s letter to Donald Tusk triggering Article 50 - GOV.UK — Prime Minister Theresa May has written to European Council President Donald Tusk to notify him of the UK’s intention to leave the EU.TechUK: Brexit - Our latest Brexit work — As the UK forges a new relationship with Europe, techUK and its members have been working hard to ensure the voice of the tech sector is heard in forthcoming negotiations.Infrastructure at the heart of the digital economy - Raconteur — Businesses are moving from office IT rooms to strategic data-centre hubs that connect them to the cloud and much moreSilver Linings: The Implications of Brexit for the UK Data Centre Sector — This paper explains the role of data centres in the economy, how they provide the core digital infrastructure that underpins all industry sectors and enables our digital economy.
1 hr 10 min