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AI can outsmart cyber attacks  

Posted on 19 April 2021 by Peter Rawlinson

Spotting early signs of cyber attacks – and automatically defending against them – will form the basis of a new funded research and innovation programme between Airbus and Cardiff University. The two organisations have worked on shared cybersecurity projects for nearly a decade. Here, Professor Pete Burnap, Director of the Airbus Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Analytics – located within the Cardiff Centre for Cybersecurity Research (CCCR), explains the exciting programme ahead. 
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Banking on loyalty

Posted on 12 April 2021 by Peter Rawlinson

Zeet is an exciting high-growth FinTech start-up that lets customers instantly collect loyalty points as they use their bank cards – spelling an end to purses full of store cards. Founded by Cardiff University graduate Steve McCormick (BSc 2020), and Josh Sparkes, a Technology Consulting Manager at a ‘Big Four’ firm, Zeet lets customers choose
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Professional development at the heart of Semi-Conductor cluster’s future growth.

Posted on 8 April 2021 by Peter Rawlinson

As the UK prepares for its gradual emergence from the pandemic, evidence suggests tech will continue to boom. The global emerging markets for 5G connectivity, electric vehicles, healthcare technologies, robotics and Artificial Intelligence are expected to drive demand for semiconductors to 2025 and beyond. Cardiff University is home to innovation in Compound Semiconductors (CS) –
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Clwstwr reimagines R&D for creative industries  

Posted on 29 March 2021 by Peter Rawlinson

Clwstwr is an ambitious programme to create new products, services and experiences for screen and news. Clwstwr is putting innovation at the core of media production in South Wales to move Cardiff’s thriving screen sector from strength to leadership. Here, Professor Justin Lewis, Director of Clwstwr, discusses progress so far at the half-way stage of
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