The digital landscape for local councils across the UK has never been more challenging. Recent alarming figures reveal a staggering 388% surge in cyber data breaches within UK local authorities over the past three years. This isn't just a statistic; it represents a profound threat to not only the privacy of citizens and their personal
Data centres are the unsung heroes of our digital lives, powering everything from your morning news scroll to complex business operations. But this essential infrastructure comes with a significant energy footprint. Recent headlines, including concerns over a proposed AI data centre in Lincolnshire that could emit five times the emissions of Birmingham Airport, highlight a
The recent cyber attack on Adidas, disclosed on 28th May 2025, serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present and evolving threat landscape in the digital world. While the sportswear giant quickly moved to contain the incident and assure customers that no payment or password data was compromised, the breach of customer contact information through
“Criminal activity online — including, but not limited to, ransomware and data extortion — is rampant. Attacks like this are becoming more and more common. And all organisations, of all sizes, need to be prepared,” - Jonathon Ellison, NCSC’s national resilience director Within a single week, cyberattacks struck three prominent UK retailers: Marks &
“The Cyber Security and Resilience Bill will make the UK’s digital economy one of the most secure in the world” - Technology Secretary, Peter Kyle. April 2025 marks a significant step forward in the UK's commitment to safeguarding its digital infrastructure with the announcement of the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill. As a UK-based data
In last week’s update we touched upon the International Agency’s latest report that by 2030 data centres could consume three times more electricity than the entire UK currently uses today. Is this sustainable? And where do UK data centres go from here? Recognising the significant energy challenges posed by the burgeoning artificial intelligence sector, the UK
"By 2030, data centres could consume 945TWh (terawatt hours) of electricity each year - three times more than the entire UK." - International Energy Agency report 2025 The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming businesses across the UK, from streamlining operations to creating entirely new revenue streams. But behind every intelligent algorithm and
“Data centres are the engines of modern life, they power the digital economy and keep our most personal information safe” - UK Technology Secretary Peter Kyle. The UK is currently home to the highest number of data centres in Western Europe, becoming an increasingly valuable driver of the economy here. In a significant move,
Let’s delve into the challenges posed by Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware. The immediate impact on users is reflected in rising costs, disrupted license models, and growing apprehensions about Broadcom’s focus on short-term financial gains potentially compromising VMware’s historical innovation prowess. The core concerns mainly revolve around price increases, changes in business models, and the impact
The technology world was shaken recently by a significant global IT outage caused by disruptions in Microsoft's services. This incident affected millions of users and businesses worldwide, causing interruptions in essential applications and services such as Azure, Office 365, and more. In this blog post, we’ll delve into what happened, the impact it had, how
Over the last 12 months, 50% of UK businesses experienced some form of cyber security breach. With common attacks ranging from phishing communications, the rise of AI, ransomware, and even internal threats, businesses of all sizes and sectors continue to be targeted by cyber criminals. It’s never been more important to improve your cyber security
The demand for robust cyber security measures has never been more critical. At Datacentreplus, we've always placed the security and reliability of our data centre solutions at the forefront of our operations.It's with great enthusiasm that we announce our strategic partnership with Citation, a leading figure in the cyber security industry. This collaboration signifies a
As we approach the year's end, it's time to reflect on the strides made in the hosting industry and look ahead to what the future might hold. Here we discuss some key developments of this year and our expectations for 2024.Industry Highlights of the YearThis year, the hosting industry has witnessed significant trends and innovations.
In the era of artificial intelligence (AI), businesses are experiencing an unprecedented demand for data. As AI technology continues to advance, organisations are recognising the tremendous value that data holds in driving insights, improving decision-making, and gaining a competitive edge. This blog post aims to explore the increased demand for data on businesses due to
We are pleased to announce that Datacentreplus is now listed on the G-Cloud portal. This means we are now a government-approved supplier of cloud hosting and other services. This index is used by public sector customers to purchase cloud-based computing services. To become a named supplier on the G-Cloud 13 framework we had to pass
Firstly, we would like to wish you a (belated) Happy New Year and hope you've had a good start to 2023. We would like to start the year off with an update on Datacentreplus and our plans for 2023! Our Plan As part of our commitment to providing excellent customer service, we are continually reviewing
With Christmas and the new year on the horizon, the team at Datacentreplus would like to reflect on the year and discuss our plans for 2023. Firstly, we would like to thank all our customers for being with us at Datacentreplus during a somewhat challenging year. From the extreme heatwave of the summer to the
With the United Kingdom announcing an 80-per cent mega hike in gas & electricity bills, to go alongside the dramatic worsening of the cost-of-living crisis all before winter the country is set to see a huge tightening of its financial belt. So how does this impact the wider country and industries? From our perspective and
Here at Datacentreplus we recognise just how important the youth of today are and how offering opportunities for them to grow within their career is vital to their future. That is why we have been involved in the Kickstart Scheme a number of times. The Kickstart Scheme, which was launched by the government, offers 16-24
We are very excited to announce that Gavin Upsall has just joined our growing Client Communications team as Senior Account Manager. Gavin is a very well-known and respected figure within the hosting business sector and has more than 12 years of experience. Notably, Gavin has worked for a number of hosting providers, including Melbourne Hosting
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