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QR codes may have been invented in 1994 but they rose to popularity during the COVID pandemic, with increased usage ever since 2020. With their ability to hold extra data (4,296 alphanumeric characters or 7,089 numeric characters) compared to barcodes, it’s no wonder that they have become so ubiquitous. From customer payment gateways in car […]

From telecommunications giant BT to educational institutions such as Texas Tech University, December 2024 witnessed a disturbing uptick in both frequency and severity of malicious cyber activities.

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From Amazon and Starbucks being targeted, November 2024 marked a diverse range of cyber attacks and data breaches. Here’s the other top stories you need to read: Cyber readiness report Google Cloud has shared its 2025 cybersecurity forecast with AI-powered attacks, geopolitical tensions, and sophisticated cyber crime attacks being just a few of the challenges […]

From Cisco and the Internet Archive being targeted by hacks and breaches, October 2024 marked a diverse range of cyber attacks and data breaches.

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Louise Taylor is our new Head of Customer Experience at SCG SW and brings a wealth of experience with her into the role. Responsible for keeping customers happy and at the forefront of every interaction, her cheery smile brightens up the office. Customer experience may be her priority but what does Louise love most about […]

From Travel for London (TfL) being targeted by a cyber attack to Blackpool Trust Schools data being held for ransom, September 2024 marked a diverse range of cyber attacks and data breaches.

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Ever used your phone abroad and been faced with an unexpected bill? This should no longer happen as from 1 October 2024, Ofcom is introducing new protections for mobile phone users New protections for mobile phone users Ofcom is mandating that service providers must notify customers when they start roaming. At the same time, mobile […]

From cyber attacks during the Olympics to healthcare providers being targeted, August 2024 marked a diverse range of cyber attacks and data breaches.

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Katie Lancaster is our new Financial Controller, who is responsible for analysing the business revenue, cost and trends. Katie smiles when you ask what she most enjoys about her job: “I love problem solving and analysis, so this role is perfect for me. Her proudest moment at SCG is easy to pick out too: “Completing […]