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Quantum computing is going to become a big deal in certain areas of technology. By 2050, we expect it to have revolutionised certain areas of computing, from cryptography to materials science to medical research. In this brief introduction to quantum computing, we give a simplified explanation of how it works – trust us, you don’t want the complicated version. In particular, how it compares to classical computing. And we also cover its real-world applications right now and in the future. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gFmyVjbu

Batten down the hatches: 2025 in business tech is set to be full of disruption, be it American politics, the arrival of AI agents or quantum confusion. Here's what to expect with 8 business tech predictions that might just come true: https://lnkd.in/gTtfS9aJ

In this opinion piece, Dr. Juan Bernabe Moreno, Director of IBM Research Europe in the UK & Ireland, explains why small language models could deliver value to businesses in 2025. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/g7iw7Ne5

The mobile app landscape is constantly evolving, with new applications vying for users’ attention every single day. Amidst this dynamic environment, a particular breed of app has emerged, capturing significant traction, especially in markets across Asia: the “super app”. These all-encompassing platforms transcend the functionality of traditional single-purpose apps by integrating a wide array of services within a unified user experience. Rather than navigating between multiple apps for various needs – from ride-hailing and food delivery to e-commerce and financial services – users can access everything within a single, centralised hub. This consolidation offers unparalleled convenience and efficiency, driving the impressive growth of the super app phenomenon. Here, Thomas Kriebernegg shares his expertise on how to launch your own super app: https://lnkd.in/gPm2S7Wf

Anonymous owners, shell companies and intricate corporate structures are the perfect hiding place for money launderers and financial criminals worldwide. For fintech firms, however, identifying the Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) of a company isn’t always straightforward. Appearances can be deceptive, and without clarity on who’s pulling the strings, businesses are left exposed to undue risk. In this opinion piece, Andrew Doyle offers advice on how to stay ahead of shady UBOs. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gNpCiW-T

Microsoft has given Stratos hundreds of millions of dollars in return for Direct Air Capture carbon credits. But, like the oil wells in Stratos’ native Texas, the story runs deep. Lee Grant has the story, here: https://lnkd.in/gSy8CUGH Our thanks to Dr Katherine Romanak, Research Professor from the Bureau of Economic Geology based at the Jackson School of Geosciences at The University of Texas at Austin as well as Virginia Palacios, Executive Director of Commission Shift for sharing their expertise for this article.

There’s no question that 2024 was a wild year – and that’s true even if you keep the focus on tech and business. Google faces being broken up by US regulators. A security company patch took out banks, broadcasters and more around the world. Buoyed by AI, Nvidia became the most valuable publicly traded company in the world. Oh, and we all talked way too much about AI. Here’s our year in review: https://lnkd.in/gUSzTshT

It’s that time again when everyone and their auntie Ethel get the crystal ball out and start predicting what security threats are going to emerge in the New Year. Davey Winder is not going to do that in his article, for one good reason: we already know what those threats are. That's because they've been hitting organisations large and small throughout 2024. So rather than hit you with vague concerns about what might be, let Davey tell you what will be. These are security lessons we must learn from 2024's attacks, through the lens of news stories Davey wrote for TechFinitive this year. 💡 Here: https://lnkd.in/g7CbQA_c

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Just in time for Christmas - or, perhaps, New Year resolution lists for those plotting their next move - our full list of the best cities in the EU for tech workers is now fully published. Check out the final standings here: https://lnkd.in/g3fn-5AT Our thanks to the following local business leaders for sharing their insights on this latest round of updates: Shishir Bhanot, Director & Functional Lead, Marketing Pulse Advertising Leonardo Comelli, VP & Business Director, M-Cube Miguel Baltazar, VP of Developer Relations at OutSystems Christian Rebernik, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Tomorrow University of Applied Sciences Michael Duval, Startup Advisor at Baker Tilly