In harm’s way? The government’s plan to protect us online could break the internet In the coming days, it is likely that the government will signal the direction it plans to take on its journey to enhance the regulatory framework for content on the internet. As we wait to assess the details in the final response to the Online Harms White Paper, it is important to take a step [...]
From Mad Men to micro-targeting: The internet has democratised advertising The coronavirus pandemic has shown that the internet is something we can no longer live without. It has helped us to connect with loved ones we have been unable to physically meet, build communities and groups online to provide help to those who needed it most, and crucially it has enabled small businesses to continue [...]
The internet can help left-behind constituencies step into the future Here's how the internet can help "Workington Man" catch up It can sometimes be easy to forget that the internet plays a vital part of everyday life. It makes a substantial economic contribution to the UK, creating approximately 400,000 jobs, 80,000 businesses, and £45bn in gross value added to the UK’s GDP. Most importantly, the internet improves people’s lives with products and services that make [...]