Lucy Ingham, Author at World Construction Network

Virtual sterling? Bank of England ponders digital currency

Lucy Ingham — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 11:36:26 +0000

The world of banking is poised for a step-change as many central banks ponder the introduction of a digital currency, and among those leading discussions is the Bank of England.

CBDCs and cross-border payments: Are central bank digital currencies the future?

Lucy Ingham — Thu, 27 Aug 2020 16:38:16 +0000

As central banks look to the future, they are increasingly exploring the potential of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) to improve speed, transparency and efficiency. But one area where CBDCs have particular benefits is in cross-border payments.

Worst UK recession in recorded history sparks calls for digital recovery

Lucy Ingham — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 07:50:25 +0000

The news that the UK is experiencing the most severe recession since records began as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic has prompted calls to focus on digital industries to fuel recovery.

Withings: From Nokia acquisition to $60m funding round

Lucy Ingham — Tue, 28 Jul 2020 07:23:15 +0000

When you’re acquired by one of the biggest names in tech, you don’t typically announce a $60m Series B funding round four years later, but that’s exactly what healthtech pioneer Withings has done.

“Confusing and reeks of politics”: Cybersecurity community reacts to Russia report

Lucy Ingham — Tue, 21 Jul 2020 14:59:04 +0000

The cybersecurity community has reacted with criticism and concern to the Russia report, which was finally published today after a nine-month delay.

5G growth, startup funding and post-Covid success: Verdict Magazine Issue 4 is Out Now

Lucy Ingham — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 08:45:19 +0000

Issue 4 of Verdict Magazine is , covering the latest and greatest developments in technology.

Christopher Wylie at H&M: From whistleblower to fashion data maven

Lucy Ingham — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 10:54:34 +0000

Christopher Wylie shot to global prominence as the leading whistleblower in the Cambridge Analytica scandal, but now he is turning his considerable data skills to fashion, through his current role as research director at H&M.

“There is a permanent shift towards ecommerce”: Ikea CDO

Lucy Ingham — Tue, 30 Jun 2020 09:06:31 +0000

The coronavirus has forever transformed many aspects of our lives, not least the way we shop, and if the experience of Swedish furniture giant Ikea is any measure, we are seeing a marked switch to ecommerce that is set to stay long after the pandemic has subsided.

Life as a Service: The unstoppable rise of the subscription model

Lucy Ingham — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 09:29:03 +0000

In the early days of consumer electronics, when prices were high, renting your radio or TV was a commonplace occurrence. But as technology advanced, prices dropped, and paying a monthly fee for something you could afford to buy outright became less and less appealing for consumers.

Design & Build Review: Issue 42

Lucy Ingham — Fri, 09 Feb 2018 17:37:15 +0000

We are delighted to announce that Design& Build Review has re-launched on new fully responsive platform, meaning for the first time the magazine is available to read on any device of any size.