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Businesses facing a 'growing wave' of ransomware attacks
UK, US and Australian joint advisory warns of increased, globalised threat from increasingly sophisticated ransomware
SBRI competition: Recycling and waste treatment solutions
Up to £300,000 for innovative and scaleable solutions for waste absorbent hygiene products and wastewater inlet screenings
New business programmes promoting vibrancy in Belfast
Belfast businesses to benefit from two programmes developed in response to Covid-19 challenges
Ban on sales of nicotine inhaling products to under-18s comes into effect
New regulations prevent the sale, and proxy sale, of nicotine-containing e-cigarettes or vapes to under-18s in Northern Ireland
NCSC For Startups programme: apply now
The National Cyber Security Centre is urging tech startups to join the fight against ransomware
Businesses urged to 'scam-proof' their messages to public
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has published new guidance for businesses on creating trustworthy customer text and telephone messages
Slurry season brings renewed risks to farmers
Reminder to farmers to follow the slurry mixing code to reduce risks as the closed period for slurry spreading ends on 31 January 2022
Developing automotive technologies and capabilities competition
Apply for a share of £25 million for research and development projects that help accelerate the UK towards a net zero automotive future
Digital marketing programme for Newry, Mourne and Down
This new programme will provide participants with the skills and knowledge to reach new customers and grow their business
Using Animal Health Regulation Export Health Certificates from 15 January 2022
Traders who export certain animals, germinal products and products of animal origin now need to use the AHR EHCs
UK National Security and Investment Act is now in force
From 4 January 2022, the government is able to scrutinise and intervene in certain acquisitions that could harm the UK's national security
Digital Support Programme for Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon
This programme provides digital assistance and mentoring to businesses
SBRI Climate and Environmental Risk Analytics for Resilient Finance
Competition to develop innovative solutions that integrate climate and environmental factors into financial services
Commercialising quantum technologies: feasibility studies round 3
Apply for a share of up to £6 million for projects to advance the commercialisation of quantum technologies in the UK
New UK cyber laws to boost digital tech security
Manufacturers, importers and distributors of digital tech products will have to comply with the new security requirements
Border Controls – ROI & NI goods movements to Great Britain
Border arrangements which currently apply to goods moving from the island of Ireland (ROI and NI) to GB extended
Strategise for Success - new support programme for Newry, Mourne and Down
Get free expert advice and support on how to implement a strong business strategy
FSA launches new Food fraud resilience tool
Food businesses can use a new online tool to assess their vulnerability to food crime
Southern Regional Data Innovation Hub
Support and funding for innovation projects in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough