SME CYBER INSIGHTS: Thursday 12 June 2025 – Today’s SME Cybersecurity News & Intel

1). AI: How AI Council Tools Could Transform SME Operations: Lessons from Government’s £45bn Digital Push. Government trials of AI meeting assistant “Humphrey” reveal potential for small businesses to slash admin costs by 50% while improving service delivery The UK government’s ambitious rollout of artificial intelligence tools across 25 local councils offers valuable insights for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) seeking to streamline operations and reduce administrative burden. The trial of “Humphrey,” an AI suite that includes the meeting assistant tool “Minute,” demonstrates how intelligent automation can transform traditionally paper-heavy processes. What SMEs Can Learn from Council AI Trials The government’s pilot program has revealed that AI-powered meeting assistance can save one hour of administrative work for every hour-long meeting. For SMEs where owners and managers often wear multiple hats, this represents a significant opportunity to reclaim valuable time for strategic business activities …