Category Archives: News

Jason Nurse contributes to an article on the Symantec blog

Posted on January 28, 2019 by cb244

Dr Jason Nurse has contributed to an article on the Symantec blog advising CISO’s to think beyond pure tech when looking for more resources to improve security. The article entitled ‘Advice for CISOs: Want More Resources? Think Beyond Pure Tech’ … Continue reading →

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Carlos Perez-Delgado on IBM launch of commercial quantum computing

Posted on January 25, 2019 by cb244

Carlos Perez-Delgado has written an article for The Conversation entitled ‘IBM launches commercial quantum computing – we’re not ready for what comes next.’ IBM recently unveiled what it claimed was the world’s first commercial quantum computer. While the announcement of the … Continue reading →

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Refinitiv CIO John Finch visits the School of Computing

Posted on January 23, 2019 by jm2145

Presentation by John Finch ALL WELCOME Tuesday 19 February 2-3pm, Marlowe LT1 Book now John Finch is the Chief Information Officer for Refinitiv – formerly the Financial & Risk business of Thomson Reuters – and is responsible for all engineering, … Continue reading →

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Jason Nurse comments on Fortnite’s security flaws

Posted on January 21, 2019 by cb244

Dr Jason Nurse from the School of Computing Cyber Security Research Group commented in an article in Wired on security issues with Fortnite. A security flaw spotted in Fortnite means hackers could have allowed gamers’ login details to be compromised. … Continue reading →

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Why Amazon, Facebook and Google don’t need to spy on your conversations to know what you’re talking about.

Posted on January 17, 2019 by cb244

Dr Jason Nurse from the School of Computing Cyber Security Research Group has written an article for The Conversation on why Amazon, Facebook and Google don’t need to spy on your conversations to know what you’re talking about. If you’ve ever wondered … Continue reading →

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Year In Computing Kickstart Lunch

Posted on January 15, 2019 by cb244

Many students are keen to learn the tech skills that will make them stand out to a graduate employer, or simply want to learn more about computing for their own interests. The Year in Computing gives Kent students from any … Continue reading →

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Virtual queuing system aims to reduce impact of Operation Brock after Brexit

Posted on January 11, 2019 by jm2145

Developed by the University’s School of Computing and Kent Business School (KBS) this dynamic digital solution would manage cross channel traffic in ways similar to air traffic control at airports. For example, during Operation Brock drivers would join the ‘queue’ … Continue reading →

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Bronze Award for School of Computing blog

Posted on January 4, 2019 by jm2145

The International Impact Award scheme has awarded The School of Computing a Bronze award for creating an internationally-focused blog. The scheme, set up in 2016,  seeks to recognise, promote and reward internationalisation-related activity and achievements within schools and departments at … Continue reading →

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Jason Nurse features in article in the Kentish Gazette on cybercrime

Posted on December 17, 2018 by cb244

Dr Jason Nurse, from the School of Computing, featured in an article in the Kent Gazette on Thursday 13 December on safeguarding yourself against the rise in online crime. The article looks at some of the elaborate scams fraudsters use … Continue reading →

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Athena SWAN award presented to School

Posted on December 14, 2018 by cb244

The School of Computing has been presented with a bronze Athena SWAN award for gender equality work at a ceremony at the University of Southampton. The award formally recognises the School’s commitment to advancing gender equality: representation, progression and success … Continue reading →

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