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Exclusive: HP's Rachael Williams on why diversity in tech leadership matters
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Rachael Williams of HP highlights the critical need for diversity in tech leadership, urging bold action for better business outcomes and innovation.
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UK tech diversity improves, but challenges remain in 2024
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New research shows improvements in diversity within the UK tech sector, though challenges persist, with 60% of firms still lacking representation.
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New Zealand Women's network marks 5 years in security
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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The New Zealand Network for Women in Security celebrates its 5th anniversary, championing diversity and support for women in New Zealand's security sector.
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Companies with gender-diverse leadership teams perform better and are more Innovative
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Research reveals that companies with gender-diverse leadership outperform others, with a 25% higher likelihood of above-average profitability, enhancing innovation.
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HeyFlow secures GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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HeyFlow has secured GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios to enhance its platform, tackling workplace reproductive health issues and promoting gender inclusion.
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International Women in Cyber Day: Why we need more women in the field
Sun, 1st Sep 2024
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Despite progress, women in cybersecurity still face significant challenges. This International Women in Cyber Day, we explore why the industry needs them more than ever.
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Women in Cyber interview with Yubico's Co-Founder and now Chief Evangelist, Stina Ehrensvard
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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In an exclusive interview, Yubico co-founder Stina Ehrensvard discusses her journey in cybersecurity, the challenges she faced, and her mission to inspire more women to join the field.
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ACS Victoria launches workshop for skilled migrant spouses
Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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The Australian Computer Society's new workshop series in Victoria aims to help skilled migrant spouses navigate the local ICT job market, addressing employment challenges.
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Video-first interviews disadvantage women, study finds
Fri, 10th May 2024
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Sapia.ai Labs' study reveals video-first interviews lengthen recruitment processes and disproportionately disadvantage women.
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Hewlett Packard opens first 'Saudi Made' server facility with female-led workforce
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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Hewlett Packard's debut Saudi Made server production facility, majority-led by female workforce, manufactures ProLiant servers in collaboration with Alfanar, advancing Saudi's Vision 2030 and AI technology fronts.
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IWD 2024: In my first business, I exclusively hired working moms. Here’s why.
Sat, 9th Mar 2024
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Challenging stereotypes, a director recounts hiring working mothers for her first business, spotlighting their productivity and resilience, and championing gender equality.
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IWD 2024: DEI dilemmas: Why rethinking inclusivity is crucial
Sat, 9th Mar 2024
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On IWD 2024, addressing substantial gender pay gaps and shrinking DEI teams challenge the effectiveness of current strategies, demanding a strategic shift towards genuine inclusivity.
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IWD 2024: How and why tech companies should help women reach the c-suite
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Revealing only 26% of UK tech staff are women, an op-ed explores how tech firms can secure gender balance and women's progress to leadership roles.
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IWD 2024: Why we need to see more female leaders in Web3
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Ahead of IWD 2024, addressing gender disparity in Web3 is essential, with 94% of crypto executive roles held by men and the gender pay gap in the UK financial sector at 23.3%.
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IWD 2024: A founders advice on breaking cybersecurity stereotypes
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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A Singapore-based female founder offers advice on overcoming cybersecurity stereotypes and enhancing gender equality within the male-dominated industry.
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IWD 2024: Why it’s time for a raise for women in tech
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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New data exposes Australia's tech industry gender pay gap of 22.5%, underlining the urgent need to bolster fair compensation and career progression opportunities for women.
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IWD 2024: Empower Women Developers in the Open-Source Community
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Celebrating International Women's Day 2024, we reflect on the strides towards gender equality in the open-source software community, with focus on empowering women developers.
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IWD 2024: The demand for more women in tech deepens
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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IWD 2024 hails the call for more women in the technology sector as the industry diversifies women's communication skills, empathy and creative problem-solving abilities.
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IWD 2024: 2024 International Women's Day: Celebrating women in tech all year round
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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On International Women's Day 2024, the tech industry reaffirms commitment to continual, year-round celebratory efforts to highlight female success and promote inclusivity.
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IWD 2024: The success mantra for women technologists
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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Leading women in technology and law show resilience and determination, illuminating the challenges and possibilities in predominantly male fields.