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From beauty model to tech role model - this year's most influential woman in UK tech | Computer Weekly

Sheridan Ash champions gender equality in tech through her role at Tech She Can, advocating for educational reforms combating gender stereotypes.

For women building AI startups, finding community has been the key to success

Women in AI and startups face significant challenges including funding disparities and gender biases, limiting their representation and opportunities.

From beauty model to tech role model - this year's most influential woman in UK tech | Computer Weekly

Sheridan Ash champions gender equality in tech through her role at Tech She Can, advocating for educational reforms combating gender stereotypes.

For women building AI startups, finding community has been the key to success

Women in AI and startups face significant challenges including funding disparities and gender biases, limiting their representation and opportunities.

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#career-development

Pillars Of Success For Women In Tech

There is a significant gender gap in the tech industry, but initiatives are emerging to encourage women's participation and growth.

I moved to the US from India and took out a $59K loan to follow my dream of landing a job in Big Tech. My risk paid off.

Shireen Nagdive took a significant financial risk for her master's degree in computer science in the US, believing it would lead to better career opportunities.

Mark Zuckerberg gave his ex-engineer startup at advice 2am over chess

Sophie Novati transitioned from Facebook intern to tech entrepreneur, aiming to empower underrepresented engineers through her job placement company, Formation.

Computer Weekly announces the Most Influential Women in UK Tech 2024 | Computer Weekly

Sheridan Ash's recognition reflects her commitment to inspiring future women in technology through educational initiatives.

Pillars Of Success For Women In Tech

There is a significant gender gap in the tech industry, but initiatives are emerging to encourage women's participation and growth.

I moved to the US from India and took out a $59K loan to follow my dream of landing a job in Big Tech. My risk paid off.

Shireen Nagdive took a significant financial risk for her master's degree in computer science in the US, believing it would lead to better career opportunities.

Mark Zuckerberg gave his ex-engineer startup at advice 2am over chess

Sophie Novati transitioned from Facebook intern to tech entrepreneur, aiming to empower underrepresented engineers through her job placement company, Formation.

Computer Weekly announces the Most Influential Women in UK Tech 2024 | Computer Weekly

Sheridan Ash's recognition reflects her commitment to inspiring future women in technology through educational initiatives.

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#gender-gap

Only a Quarter of Cybersecurity Professionals are Women

The cybersecurity workforce is only 20-25% women, primarily due to perceived knowledge gaps and industry intimidation.

Number of women choosing computer science degrees up 8% | Computer Weekly

There has been an 8% increase in women studying computer science in the UK, but the tech sector still faces significant gender disparity.

How To Make Cryptos More Inclusive: Bring More Women Onboard | HackerNoon

In the U.S., 13 million women own crypto, revealing a significant gender gap compared to men.

Inclusivity in crypto is essential for broader adoption; without it, the gap will persist.

Only a Quarter of Cybersecurity Professionals are Women

The cybersecurity workforce is only 20-25% women, primarily due to perceived knowledge gaps and industry intimidation.

Number of women choosing computer science degrees up 8% | Computer Weekly

There has been an 8% increase in women studying computer science in the UK, but the tech sector still faces significant gender disparity.

How To Make Cryptos More Inclusive: Bring More Women Onboard | HackerNoon

In the U.S., 13 million women own crypto, revealing a significant gender gap compared to men.

Inclusivity in crypto is essential for broader adoption; without it, the gap will persist.

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Women in Tech: Megha Chaudhary on Leadership, Resilience, and Inspiring the Next Generation | HackerNoon

Highlighting women's accomplishments in tech can inspire future generations.

AI-driven analytics are reshaping supply chain operations for the better.

Data privacy concerns are growing with the rise of cloud computing.

#diversity

Why Tech Talked Big and Did Little on D.E.I.

Silicon Valley excels in innovation but fails significantly on racial diversity, especially for women of color.

Improving pathways for women in cybersecurity

Encouraging growth in women in tech, but slow progress especially in cybersecurity.

Addressing the Gender Imbalance in Technical Leadership

Supporting women in tech and diversity initiatives are crucial in tech corporations.

Brunel acquires 50.1% share in Amsterdam's Equals - Silicon Canals

Brunel's acquisition of Equals aims to empower women in IT and enhance diversity in the technology sector.

Why Tech Talked Big and Did Little on D.E.I.

Silicon Valley excels in innovation but fails significantly on racial diversity, especially for women of color.

Improving pathways for women in cybersecurity

Encouraging growth in women in tech, but slow progress especially in cybersecurity.

Addressing the Gender Imbalance in Technical Leadership

Supporting women in tech and diversity initiatives are crucial in tech corporations.

Brunel acquires 50.1% share in Amsterdam's Equals - Silicon Canals

Brunel's acquisition of Equals aims to empower women in IT and enhance diversity in the technology sector.

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#networking

Two more weeks to go: Connect with Meta, Dropbox, J.P. Morgan, and HP at Disrupt | TechCrunch

Disrupt event supports startups through partnerships, providing resources and community needed for success.

Two more weeks to go: Connect with Meta, Dropbox, J.P. Morgan, and HP at Disrupt | TechCrunch

TechCrunch Disrupt is a pivotal event for startups, offering connections, resources, and community support crucial for success.

Quratulann Annie Jamshed | Women in Security 2024

Curiosity is a driving force behind exploring the cybersecurity industry.

Expo+ 2-for-1 Passes available for Disrupt 2024 | TechCrunch

TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 is approaching, and Expo+ 2-for-1 passes offer significant savings until October 27.

Expo+ 2-for-1 Passes available for Disrupt 2024 | TechCrunch

Limited-time offer of 2-for-1 Expo+ passes for TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 until October 27.

Two more weeks to go: Connect with Meta, Dropbox, J.P. Morgan, and HP at Disrupt | TechCrunch

Disrupt event supports startups through partnerships, providing resources and community needed for success.

Two more weeks to go: Connect with Meta, Dropbox, J.P. Morgan, and HP at Disrupt | TechCrunch

TechCrunch Disrupt is a pivotal event for startups, offering connections, resources, and community support crucial for success.

Quratulann Annie Jamshed | Women in Security 2024

Curiosity is a driving force behind exploring the cybersecurity industry.

Expo+ 2-for-1 Passes available for Disrupt 2024 | TechCrunch

TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 is approaching, and Expo+ 2-for-1 passes offer significant savings until October 27.

Expo+ 2-for-1 Passes available for Disrupt 2024 | TechCrunch

Limited-time offer of 2-for-1 Expo+ passes for TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 until October 27.

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#gender-bias

Women face greater risk of job displacement from automation | Computer Weekly

Job automation poses a greater risk to women, highlighting the need for inclusive upskilling and reskilling in tech.

Accenture, Salesforce, and Bloomberg Beta AI leaders don't want women to fall behind in tech revolution

Women are less likely to use AI tools, exacerbating bias and limiting their opportunities.

AI technology is constantly evolving, encouraging repeated engagement for better outcomes.

Top women officials say there's more work to do on gender balance in government tech

Progress in women holding top tech and cyber positions in the Biden administration.

Challenges faced by women in STEM fields due to gender bias and lack of diversity and inclusion.

Women face greater risk of job displacement from automation | Computer Weekly

Job automation poses a greater risk to women, highlighting the need for inclusive upskilling and reskilling in tech.

Accenture, Salesforce, and Bloomberg Beta AI leaders don't want women to fall behind in tech revolution

Women are less likely to use AI tools, exacerbating bias and limiting their opportunities.

AI technology is constantly evolving, encouraging repeated engagement for better outcomes.

Top women officials say there's more work to do on gender balance in government tech

Progress in women holding top tech and cyber positions in the Biden administration.

Challenges faced by women in STEM fields due to gender bias and lack of diversity and inclusion.

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#cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is the fastest growing tech occupation in the UK - but it's still not enough to dent the growing industry skills shortage

Cybersecurity jobs in the UK are rapidly growing but face a significant skills shortage, with only one security professional per 86 companies.

Challenges and victories women see in cybersecurity

International Women in Cyber Day highlights the contributions of women in cybersecurity and calls for better representation and opportunities for women in the field.

Susan Chiang hired as Chief Information Security Officer at Headway

Susan Chiang appointed CISO at Headway to enhance cybersecurity in mental health care.

Her hiring addresses the rising cybersecurity threats in the healthcare sector.

Cybersecurity is the fastest growing tech occupation in the UK - but it's still not enough to dent the growing industry skills shortage

Cybersecurity jobs in the UK are rapidly growing but face a significant skills shortage, with only one security professional per 86 companies.

Challenges and victories women see in cybersecurity

International Women in Cyber Day highlights the contributions of women in cybersecurity and calls for better representation and opportunities for women in the field.

Susan Chiang hired as Chief Information Security Officer at Headway

Susan Chiang appointed CISO at Headway to enhance cybersecurity in mental health care.

Her hiring addresses the rising cybersecurity threats in the healthcare sector.

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Circuit breaker: How Limor Fried wired Brooklyn's woman-owned tech movement with biz Adafruit | amNewYork

Limor Fried transformed her passion for electronics into Adafruit, a successful multimillion-dollar business, through spontaneous creativity and innovation.

#leadership

I'm a woman working in 'deep tech.' Here's why you don't see more women in AI (hint: it isn't a pipeline problem)

The tech industry struggles to acknowledge women in executive roles, particularly within the generative AI sector, despite their significant contributions.

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky says women founders say they can't go 'founder mode' like men and that it needs to change

Women founders feel excluded from 'founder mode' while their male counterparts do not face the same barriers.

Anastasia-Nikita Bansal is Named Top Women in Media & Ad Tech by AdExchanger and AdMonsters

Anastasia Bansal honored with Top Women in Media & Ad Tech Award for breaking through stereotypes in product and engineering.

I'm a woman working in 'deep tech.' Here's why you don't see more women in AI (hint: it isn't a pipeline problem)

The tech industry struggles to acknowledge women in executive roles, particularly within the generative AI sector, despite their significant contributions.

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky says women founders say they can't go 'founder mode' like men and that it needs to change

Women founders feel excluded from 'founder mode' while their male counterparts do not face the same barriers.

Anastasia-Nikita Bansal is Named Top Women in Media & Ad Tech by AdExchanger and AdMonsters

Anastasia Bansal honored with Top Women in Media & Ad Tech Award for breaking through stereotypes in product and engineering.

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Chip companies like Nvidia and Intel are facing a major gender gap amid the AI boom

Women are underrepresented in the semiconductor workforce, holding few leadership roles despite industry efforts to close the gender gap.

Diverse hiring in tech: How the sector can lead by example

Diversity and inclusion have become essential in thriving businesses, with significant progress observed towards a more inclusive tech environment.

I'm a female software engineer. The men I date treat me like a manic pixie dream girl.

Successful women in tech face unique dating challenges due to men's insecurities and unrealistic expectations.

#ai

Women in AI: Anna Korhonen studies the intersection between linguistics and AI | TechCrunch

TechCrunch is highlighting remarkable women in AI to shed light on their contributions and showcase their work in the field.

Women in AI: EmiliaGomez at the EU started her AI career with music | TechCrunch

Highlighting remarkable women academics in AI.

Emilia Gómez's contributions in AI and computational music.

Women in AI: Chinasa T. Okolo researches AI's impact on the Global South | TechCrunch

TechCrunch interviews remarkable women in AI to highlight their contributions often overlooked in the industry.

Women in AI: Anna Korhonen studies the intersection between linguistics and AI | TechCrunch

TechCrunch is highlighting remarkable women in AI to shed light on their contributions and showcase their work in the field.

Women in AI: EmiliaGomez at the EU started her AI career with music | TechCrunch

Highlighting remarkable women academics in AI.

Emilia Gómez's contributions in AI and computational music.

Women in AI: Chinasa T. Okolo researches AI's impact on the Global South | TechCrunch

TechCrunch interviews remarkable women in AI to highlight their contributions often overlooked in the industry.

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Miss AI shows just how far influencer marketing can miss the mark

The Miss AI competition raises concerns about the objectification and unrealistic standards perpetuated by AI-generated virtual influencers in tech.

#ai-revolution

Women in AI: Allison Cohen on building responsible AI projects | TechCrunch

To shine a spotlight on AI-focused women academics, TechCrunch launches a series of interviews showcasing their contributions to the AI revolution.

Francine Bennett uses data science to make AI more responsible | TechCrunch

TechCrunch launching interview series on AI-focused women academics.

Francine Bennett involved in AI work in biotech and data science.

Women in AI: Allison Cohen on building responsible AI projects | TechCrunch

To shine a spotlight on AI-focused women academics, TechCrunch launches a series of interviews showcasing their contributions to the AI revolution.

Francine Bennett uses data science to make AI more responsible | TechCrunch

TechCrunch launching interview series on AI-focused women academics.

Francine Bennett involved in AI work in biotech and data science.

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TeamViewer launches initiative to bring women into sports tech | Computer Weekly

Initiative SheSportTech aims to support women exploring careers in sports technology.

The program offers financial support, mentorship, and access to events for women aged 18 and above globally.

TechCrunch Early Stage 2024 Women's Breakfast: Exploring AI's impact on founders | TechCrunch

AI is reshaping the entrepreneurial path for women in tech.

AI is redefining the rules of engagement and impacting founders in profound ways.

'I'd heard the big, bad, scary conversation about AI'

Upskilling in AI can enhance job opportunities.

Organizations like Mia are focusing on training women in AI skills.