18 December 2025

Freshwave is rolling out thirteen new outdoor small cells for O2 in Guildford’s city centre, under an open access agreement with Surrey County Council.

Currently, nine of these compact mobile units are operational, significantly enhancing mobile connectivity in bustling public areas and benefiting residents, businesses, and visitors alike.

17 December 2025

Despite a reduction in cybersecurity budget cuts to 36% this year, an overwhelming 95% of organisations continue to face at least one critical skills gap, according to a recent ISC2 survey.

The findings highlight that staffing risks remain deeply entrenched, even as financial pressures begin to ease. Although 2024 saw widespread layoffs, hiring freezes, and budget reductions, there are early signs of stabilisation, with layoffs decreasing slightly to 24%. However, ISC2 warns that easing budget constraints do not mean organisations are out of danger, as ongoing funding limitations continue to hinder security teams and exacerbate staffing challenges.