Marco Ryan
Technology & Leadership
Marco Ryan is a Non-Executive Director, author and former Chief Digital Officer at BP with more than 30 years of experience in digital transformation and board-level leadership. He has held senior roles at BP, Wärtsilä and Thomas Cook, advising organisations on AI strategy, cybersecurity and ethical technology governance.
The co-author of Rewire or Retire: AI for Leaders, Marco is also Cyber Leader in Residence at Lancaster University Management School. For The European, he writes on the challenges of digital leadership, the ethics of emerging technology and how businesses can adapt to an AI-driven world.
Israeli genomics firm opens easier route to AI system for NHS labs
Marco Ryan reports on Geneyx Genomex gaining UK approval, opening an easier procurement route for AI-powered genomic analysis in NHS...
European investors can now trade thousands of US stocks through Kraken
Kraken launches regulated US stock trading across the EEA, giving European investors access to over 7,000 shares alongside crypto.
Healthcare AI plans hampered by spreadsheets and legacy systems
Marco Ryan reports on how spreadsheets, legacy systems and fragmented workforce data could undermine healthcare organisations’ plans to adopt AI.
Could this be the future of cheap flying? World’s largest electric aircraft uses just $5 of power
The world’s largest electric aircraft completes a record-breaking test flight, pointing towards cheaper and cleaner regional air travel.
Banks face calls for ban on ‘dangerous’ AI
Banks could face bans on dangerous AI as Durham University research calls for tougher safeguards across financial services.
Artemis II countdown begins as astronauts prepare for first crewed Moon mission in 50 years
NASA’s Artemis II mission will carry four astronauts around the Moon, marking the first crewed lunar journey in over 50...
When AI customer service fails, don’t blame technology — it’s leadership at fault
Poor leadership in AI customer service is damaging trust, as automation failures leave customers frustrated and unable to resolve issues.
AI is rewriting Europe’s networks from the inside out — and the continent isn’t ready
AI-driven European networks are redesigning telecom infrastructure, but regulatory and investment challenges risk leaving the continent behind.
Spain’s rocket builder just landed €180 million — and Europe’s case for space sovereignty just got harder to ignore
PLD Space raises €180m to develop MIURA 5 rocket, strengthening Europe’s push for independent space launch capability.
Nokia built the brains for the AI network revolution — so why is American capital leading the charge?
Nokia’s AI-RAN technology could redefine mobile networks, yet American investment and deployment are outpacing European adoption.
Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey cuts nearly half of Block staff, says AI is changing how the company operates
Jack Dorsey trims Block staff from over 10,000 to under 6,000, citing AI-driven restructuring and operational changes.
Deepfake celebrity ads drive new wave of investment scams
Deepfake Investment Scams are evolving into sophisticated, multi-stage operations using AI-generated media and impersonated public figures to deceive investors.
Europe opens NanoIC pilot line to design the computer chips of the 2030s
Europe opens NanoIC pilot line in Belgium, letting researchers design next-generation computer chips years before manufacture.
Meet the AI-powered robot that can sort, load and run your laundry on its own
Dreame has unveiled an AI-powered laundry robot capable of sorting, washing and drying clothes without human involvement.
Research highlights rise of ‘solopreneurs’ as technology reshapes small business ownership
New research shows experienced professionals driving the rise of solopreneurs, using digital tools to build flexible one-person businesses.
Parliament invites cyber experts to give evidence on new UK cyber security bill
UK cyber security experts are invited to submit evidence as MPs scrutinise new legislation expanding cyber regulation and resilience requirements.
