Carly Page
Carly Page is a freelance technology journalist, editor and copywriter specialising in cyber security, B2B, and consumer technology. She has more than a decade of experience in the industry and has written for a range of publications including Forbes, IT Pro, the Metro, TechRadar, TechCrunch, TES, and WIRED, as well as offering copywriting and consultancy services.
Prior to entering the weird and wonderful world of freelance journalism, Carly served as editor of tech tabloid The INQUIRER from 2012 and 2019. She is also a graduate of the University of Lincoln, where she earned a degree in journalism.
You can check out Carly's ramblings (and her dog) on Twitter, or email her at hello@carlypagewrites.co.uk.
What is AdTech?
Data & insights
What is AdTech?
The UK data regulator has come under heavy fire for consistently delaying much-needed action, privacy groups say
3 Aug 2022
Why the UK is dragging its feet on regulating big tech
Policy & legislation
Why the UK is dragging its feet on regulating big tech
Britain’s delay to empowering the Digital Markets Unit (DMU) with the powers it craves could see the once-frontrunner fall behind the rest of the worl…
1 Aug 2022
The rise of double extortion ransomware
ransomware
The rise of double extortion ransomware
With the use of this tactic increasing, we look at how you can protect your business
13 May 2022
Are cloud-based PCs the future of the enterprise?
operating systems
Are cloud-based PCs the future of the enterprise?
With the likes of Microsoft 365 Cloud PC and Google's own Chrome OS Flex maturing this year, we examine which industries might benefit
28 Apr 2022
Exposing Silicon Valley’s remote working hypocrisy
flexible working
Exposing Silicon Valley’s remote working hypocrisy
Why the world’s greatest disrupters are paradoxically clinging onto tradition
1 Apr 2022
CES 2022: Sustainability is the new frontier for innovation
Technology
CES 2022: Sustainability is the new frontier for innovation
As businesses put green credentials at the heart of their buying decisions, hardware manufacturers are beginning to pay attention
2 Mar 2022
MWC 2022: Lenovo unveils its first Arm-based ThinkPad boasting 29 hour battery life
Laptops
MWC 2022: Lenovo unveils its first Arm-based ThinkPad boasting 29 hour battery life
The Qualcomm-powered Windows 11 machine also features baked-in 5G and is built using 90% recycled magnesium
28 Feb 2022
Solving cyber security's diversity problem
Careers & training
Solving cyber security's diversity problem
Why failing to address a shortage of women in senior cyber security positions may open businesses up to greater threats
5 Jan 2022
The most spectacular tech gaffes of 2021
Technology
The most spectacular tech gaffes of 2021
Outages, IT blunders and devastating cyber security misunderstands comprise this year’s most embarrassing incidents
30 Dec 2021
Are we hurtling towards digital transformation burnout?
Development
Are we hurtling towards digital transformation burnout?
With decision makers and developers under stress, innovation efforts could stagnate
30 Nov 2021
How the pandemic has shaped the office of the future
Technology
How the pandemic has shaped the office of the future
From 3D video calls to AI meditation, the workplace will never be the same again
29 Oct 2021
Apple expected to unveil MacBook Pro revamp at 18 October event
Laptops
Apple expected to unveil MacBook Pro revamp at 18 October event
The company has confirmed its next hardware-focused virtual reveal for next week
13 Oct 2021
Flexible salaries for flexible workers?
Business strategy
Flexible salaries for flexible workers?
With Google confirming plans to slash salaries for remote workers, others are looking to follow suit. But is it all above board, necessary, or even fa…
30 Sep 2021
Google begins appeal against record €4.34 billion Android antitrust fine
Google Android
Google begins appeal against record €4.34 billion Android antitrust fine
The tech giant will argue that the open source operating system has created more choice and supports thousands of successful businesses in Europe
28 Sep 2021
Small businesses: How to fix the weakest link in cyber security
SMB
Small businesses: How to fix the weakest link in cyber security
Hackers have turned their attention to SMBs - and the consequences could be grave
30 Aug 2021
NHS Digital delays patient data-sharing plans as millions opt-out
privacy
NHS Digital delays patient data-sharing plans as millions opt-out
The controversial GPDPR initiative has been put on hold indefinitely amid growing backlash
24 Aug 2021
Is this the end of the road for ransomware?
ransomware
Is this the end of the road for ransomware?
Hackers seem to have developed a conscience, but it’s unlikely they are gone for good
31 Jul 2021
GDPR 2.0: What do Europe’s new AI rules mean for businesses?
IT regulation
GDPR 2.0: What do Europe’s new AI rules mean for businesses?
Although they target 'high-risk' use cases, swathes of organisations could be affected
28 Jun 2021
EU opens antitrust probe into Google's advertising business
Policy & legislation
EU opens antitrust probe into Google's advertising business
The European Commission will investigate whether the tech giant favours its own services at the expense of rival advertisers and publishers
22 Jun 2021
EU privacy watchdogs call for facial recognition ban in public spaces
artificial intelligence (AI)
EU privacy watchdogs call for facial recognition ban in public spaces
The EDPB and EDPS claim a ban is needed if we want to preserve our freedoms and create a human-centric legal framework for AI
22 Jun 2021
UK watchdog to investigate Apple and Google's mobile 'duopoly'
Policy & legislation
UK watchdog to investigate Apple and Google's mobile 'duopoly'
The Competition and Markets Authority will examine whether the tech giant's dominance stifles competition and reduces innovation
16 Jun 2021
Is AI making us lazy?
artificial intelligence (AI)
Is AI making us lazy?
Some believe automation is making us work-shy, but others believe the benefits outweigh the potential risks
29 May 2021
Samsung becomes latest big name to pull out of MWC 2021
business continuity
Samsung becomes latest big name to pull out of MWC 2021
The company said it no longer plans to exhibit at this year's show over attendee safety concerns
11 May 2021
Apple faces UK class-action over "excessive" App Store charges
Policy & legislation
Apple faces UK class-action over "excessive" App Store charges
The claim alleges that Apple deliberately shuts out competitors by forcing customers to use its own payment processing system
11 May 2021
Meet the companies leaving the office for good
flexible working
Meet the companies leaving the office for good
We speak to the businesses embracing remote working beyond the pandemic
5 May 2021
Google and Microsoft profits surge as cloud demand continues
Business operations
Google and Microsoft profits surge as cloud demand continues
Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure report impressive growth as digital adoption continues to accelerate
28 Apr 2021
What are NFTs, and should your business care?
blockchain
What are NFTs, and should your business care?
We decipher the crypto craze of the moment
20 Apr 2021
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 official with AMD and Intel CPU options
Laptops
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 official with AMD and Intel CPU options
The firm claims the machine, which has been designed for hybrid working, is up to 70% faster than the Surface Laptop 3
13 Apr 2021
How smart city tech could help us return to ‘normal’
Internet of Things (IoT)
How smart city tech could help us return to ‘normal’
IoT, 5G and big data will be critical to our post-pandemic recovery
31 Mar 2021
AMD unveils Ryzen 5000 Pro chips for business laptops
Hardware
AMD unveils Ryzen 5000 Pro chips for business laptops
The company claims the mobile CPUs will outperform Intel's 11th-generation 'Tiger Lake' vPro processors
16 Mar 2021
The most interesting tech of CES 2021
Technology
The most interesting tech of CES 2021
While this year’s expo was much smaller than usual, there was still some interesting tech – and major announcements – on offer
2 Mar 2021
Brits could be owed £480m due to Qualcomm 4G "overcharging"
Policy & legislation
Brits could be owed £480m due to Qualcomm 4G "overcharging"
29 million people may be entitled to compensation of up to £30 each if a legal claim from watchdog Which? is successful
25 Feb 2021
UK antitrust court blocks Epic's case against Apple
Policy & legislation
UK antitrust court blocks Epic's case against Apple
However, the Competition Appeal Tribunal has ruled that the game developer's case against Google can move forward
24 Feb 2021
Acronis strikes distribution partnership with EveryCloud
Security
Acronis strikes distribution partnership with EveryCloud
The British distributor and email security vendor will offer Acronis’ range of security solutions
9 Feb 2021
Ransomware payments are declining as more victims refuse to pay
ransomware
Ransomware payments are declining as more victims refuse to pay
Coveware data shows that the average payment decreased by 34% to £112,800 in the fourth quarter of 2020
3 Feb 2021
Game on: How playing video games could level up your career
Careers & training
Game on: How playing video games could level up your career
Far from being lazy or a waste of time, gaming can build important transferable skills
31 Jan 2021