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Thought leadership and practical notes.

Articles on technology leadership, governance, AI-assisted delivery, operating models and the practical work of turning ambiguity into usable systems.

Data sharing, biometrics and the price of convenience

Reflections on data sharing, biometric privacy and facial recognition governance, drawing on practical experience across policing, secure identity, retail security and privacy impact assessment work.

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Responsible AI Adoption

AI can improve productivity, but responsible adoption must preserve entry-level pathways where young people learn judgment, context and the bigger picture.

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My love of computing: From calculator to Chief Executive, and back again

An autobiographical reflection on early computing, the Commodore 64, business technology leadership and returning to hands-on creation through AI-assisted development.

Newspaper article titled Ben's the video game champion.
Early newspaper coverage of Benjamin Smith's Super Nintendo Championship win.
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