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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The future of our towns and cities is being shaped by Artificial Intelligence (AI), and IT contractors are uniquely positioned to seize this burgeoning opportunity. With the rise of AI-powered smart cities, contractors are not only contributing to groundbreaking projects and apps but also commanding lucrative contracts. Get news, career tips and market opportunity updates […]

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New research reveals a disturbing trend: cybercriminals are enlisting freelance penetration testers (pentesters) to amplify the effectiveness of their ransomware attacks Traditionally, organisations employ pentesters to identify vulnerabilities in their systems. Now, ransomware gangs are leveraging this same strategy, hiring skilled individuals on the dark web to rigorously test their malware payloads against various virtual […]

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The IT industry, known for its relentless pace of change, presents a unique challenge for experienced contractors looking to launch a new product or service as part of their second career act. Age is Just a Number: The Rise of Entrepreneurship Over 50 Contrary to popular belief, entrepreneurship isn’t just a young person’s game. A […]

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What Contractors and Freelancers Need to Know The future of fixed-term contracts under a Labour government would likely be influenced by the party’s historical stance on workers’ rights and its current policy proposals. Labour typically prioritises strengthening workers’ protections and ensuring fair employment practices. Here are some potential changes and initiatives that could be expected: […]

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As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, IT contractors are facing new challenges and expectations. Human expectations. To be successful in this changing landscape, IT contractors will be wise to develop strong communication and problem-solving skills to communicate to clients what is and isn’t possible just yet. But how do you go about it? Communication […]

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