A YouGov survey looks into whether working professionals prefer VR workspaces over conventional offices. Are we ready to strap on a VR headset to tackle the loneliness that often comes with being a freelancer? Is it time we said goodbye to isolation? The initial awkwardness many of us felt conducting our first client video call […]

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Citigroup’s move to significantly reduce its reliance on external IT contractors could be cause for concern for contractors who have built their portfolio in the banking industry In an internal presentation by Tim Ryan, Citigroup’s head of technology, staff were informed that the bank intends to decrease its reliance on external IT contractors, reducing their […]

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Tech conference insights: AI, networking, freelance opportunities. Learn how to maximise events like Talent Arena Do you ever find yourself feeling a bit out of sorts at those massive tech conferences? Networking a bit of a chore? Well, if you’re freelancing, it’s worth shifting your perspective. Think of these events as a chance to really […]

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Understanding Meta AI on WhatsApp: the basics when it comes to keeping your messages private Meta has integrated its AI, called Meta AI, into WhatsApp. This lets you ask questions, generate images, and get information directly within your chats. However, if you are using WhatsApp for business with clients or family and discussing private or […]

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Imagine logging on one morning, ready to tackle your tasks for a thriving US-based tech client, only to find their website vanished, replaced by a competitor’s welcome message. That’s the harsh reality facing employees and contractors following the abrupt closure of Skybox Security, a once-promising cybersecurity firm headquartered in San Jose, California, with additional operations […]

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SPECIAL REPORT Meta, the tech giant with a $1.86 trillion market cap behind platform brands including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has served a wave of layoffs that has rattled the nerves of tech talent the world over. These job cuts, initially framed as a response to low employee performance, have raised concerns about the treatment […]

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Microsoft Azure hiring spree around the corner: roles in sales, infrastructure, and support Microsoft’s latest earnings report reveals a mixed bag for its Azure cloud computing platform. While revenue continues to climb, cracks are starting to show in the tech giant’s armour. This presents a golden opportunity for skilled IT contractors in the UK, as […]

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While you might be picturing a future world dominated by AI, cybersecurity, and robotics, the reality is that the most in-demand jobs of 2030 might be more familiar than you think. The future of work is looking surprisingly… human.   According to the World Economic Forum’s latest Future of Jobs Report the freelance job sector […]

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Freelance software developers are being targeted by North Korean hackers who are using fake profiles on popular platforms to lure them into cloning malicious repositories. The malware used in these attacks is designed to steal files and monitor user activities. The hackers are also using social engineering tactics to deceive developers. The objective of this […]

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Elon Musk’s recent call for software engineers to join X and submit their best work has sparked excitement and curiosity among developers. However, some concerns should be raised regarding intellectual property (IP) protection. While Musk has stated that X doesn’t care about where you went to school or what “big name” company you worked at, […]

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