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Opinion
17 May 2024
IT Sustainability Think Tank: Helping CIOs and IT directors navigate the green IT landscape
CIOs and IT leaders must take action now to ensure they have an accurate overview of the carbon emissions, energy use and sustainability of their organisation's overall activities. But how should they go about this? Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2024
Openreach shines as fibre investment hits inflection point in BT financial year
UK’s leading comms provider posts mixed financial year and reports peak capex on full-fibre broadband roll-out after hitting £3bn cost and service transformation programme a year ahead of schedule Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2024
Post Office considered asking Computer Weekly to review Horizon IT system
The Post Office CIO was tasked by directors with sizing up Computer Weekly for the task of reviewing a forensic investigation into Horizon Continue Reading
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Feature
17 May 2024
WEDI Conf. looks at AI for ROI & interoperability
WEDI’s Spring Conference saw experts discussing best practices and emerging trends in artificial intelligence and health information exchange. Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2024
FLiRT COVID variant is now the leading variant across the US
CDC data reveals that the newest COVID variant, KP.2, nicknamed FLiRT, has surpassed JN.1 as the leading variant across the US. Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2024
US overdose deaths declined for the first time in 5 years
Despite ongoing challenges with the fentanyl supply, the CDC reports the first drop in US overdose deaths in five years. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
17 May 2024
Green coding - smartR AI: Cleaning up AI training & inference
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written by Oliver King-Smith, founder and CEO of smartR AI. The company insists that it is committed to developing life-changing ... Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2024
Akamai’s cloud computing play gains momentum
The company’s compute business could eventually account for the majority of its revenues, surpassing its security and content delivery businesses, says CEO Tom Leighton Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
CIOs face obstacles when scaling generative AI
IT leaders can expect data issues, compliance hurdles and technology coordination chores when scaling generative AI. They must also find use cases with the best business value. Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 May 2024
At Red Hat Summit 2024, generative AI goes open source
Analyst Scott Sinclair unpacks this year's Red Hat Summit, where the company launched new AI integration tools and features as part of its open source generative AI strategy. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 May 2024
Industry 4.0
Industry 4.0 refers to the fourth industrial revolution and the cyber-physical transformation of manufacturing. Continue Reading
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Podcast
16 May 2024
Bruce Perens on software in a Post-Open world
What comes after open source software? Bruce Perens shares his ideas on why open source as he first defined it has failed, and what a new paradigm could look like. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
Post Office IT boss failed to raise concern over false Horizon statements
Former Post Office CIO Lesley Sewell failed to raise concern over Post Office’s false stance on Horizon integrity Continue Reading
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Feature
16 May 2024
Insights on generative AI for automation vs. augmentation
At the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium, industry leaders shared experiences with generative AI's benefits and challenges, highlighting the technology's ability to assist human workers. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
What LockBitSupp charges mean for ransomware investigations
At RSA Conference 2024, Recorded Future's Allan Liska discussed evolving ransomware trends and how authorities recently exposed the LockBit ransomware group ringleader. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 May 2024
Mainframes and workload placement: Time for a dose of objectivity?
When Tony Lock and I interviewed Reg Harbeck, Chief Strategist at Mainframe Analytics Ltd, it was immediately obvious that we had different perspectives on the world. As a self-proclaimed ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
16 May 2024
3 reasons Synopsys is selling its app security business
Synopsys is selling its application security business to a private equity firm. Analyst David Vance explains why, as well as what it means for the industry. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
IBM sells QRadar SaaS assets to Palo Alto Networks
The deal with Palo Alto Networks comes one year after IBM announced QRadar Suite, an AI-enhanced security platform that combined existing SIEM and XDR products. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 May 2024
Worldcoin explained: Everything you need to know
Sam Altman's Worldcoin uses iris scans for unique identification with plans to expand for wider adoption of a global currency on the blockchain. However, there are privacy concerns. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
Signetbreedband taps Nokia to evolve network business services
Global comms tech provider announces partnership with Dutch managed network services provider to enable what it claims will be most solid and resilient business networking services in the Netherlands Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
Databarracks adds depth with PlanB
Business continuity player Databarracks picks up Scottish business PlanB to add to the services it can put in front of customers Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
Athenahealth launches specialty EHR tools to improve care
Athenahealth has introduced new specialty EHR solutions that aim to meet the clinical and operational needs of women's health and urgent care practices. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
HMRC Single Trade Window project hits turbulence
Less than a year into the programme to create a Single Trade Window as a digital gateway for traders, HMRC has already gone through a formal dispute resolution process with its supplier Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
Vodafone Business Ireland and RingCentral team for hybrid work collaboration
Business division of telco and cloud comms service provider add Ireland to territories for unified communications and collaboration solutions designed to allow businesses to embrace the evolving landscape of hybrid work Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
FDA approves Roche’s self-collected HPV tests
This week, the FDA approved the first HPV self-collection solution in the US, which will expand options and access to screening. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 May 2024
12 core Azure networking services you need to know
Network connectivity can make or break a cloud deployment. Discover the basics of Azure network services with this list of key offerings and terms. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
Virgin Media O2 claims Shared Rural Network milestone
Community-owned island In the Hebrides becomes 150th site to benefit from improved mobile connectivity after operator deploys helicopters, boats and off-road vehicles to deliver and install a 4G mast to Isle of Eigg Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
Sunak warned against changing foreign student visa rules
Business leaders have called on prime minister Rishi Sunak not to be pressured into altering the graduate visa route Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
HMRC channel shift to digital ‘too aggressive’, says NAO
HMRC digital services have not had the anticipated effect on customer service it hoped for, NAO report reveals, as the auditor says the department needs to develop more realistic plans Continue Reading
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Feature
16 May 2024
Five-minute interview: Karin Pike, Okta
The latest industry figure to share some personal insights is the director of channel partners and alliances for Northern Europe at Okta Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
Physician practices earned large financial bonuses under BPCI-A
A new study finds that CMS paid $421M in bonuses to physician practices participating in BPCI-A, with higher target prices leading to larger bonuses. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 May 2024
Green coding - Diagrid: Code efficiency yields 99% drop in CPU usage
This is a guest post for the Computer Weekly Developer Network written in fully by Mark Fussell, co-founder and CEO, Diagrid. A diagrid is a framework of diagonally intersecting metal, concrete, or ... Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
Tom Read to bid farewell to GDS
The Government Digital Service chief is leaving his role, and the civil service as a whole, in June, after three-and-a-half years in charge of the department Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 May 2024
What to expect from AI_dev EU, Paris 2024
The Computer Weekly Developer Network and Open Source Insider team are fond of extremely pungent cheese, good bread, the departure lounge at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) airport and extreme deep ... Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
Telehealth-enabled acute care does not drive in-person follow-ups
Research shows that synchronous telehealth services for acute care needs did not result in high rates of in-person follow-ups in the month after the virtual visit. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
16 May 2024
The right tool for the job
Without data, a company does not exist. This was one of the answers Lotar Schin, AI centre of excellence lead at Hungarian commercial bank, OTP Bank made during a panel discussion at the recent ... Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2024
31% of colorectal cancer screenings are DNA stool tests
A study published by Epic Research found that while the proportion of colonoscopies as colorectal cancer screenings decreased, DNA stool testing increased. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Avaya looks ahead with acquisition, cloud CX, RingCentral deal
Rumors of Avaya's demise have been greatly exaggerated, CEO Alan Masarek assures longtime customers while making acquisitions, partnership deals and building a SaaS CX stack. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Alteryx unveils AI assistant aimed at improving efficiency
The GenAI assistant, now in preview, aims to provide the data management vendor's users with best practices and other assistance as they develop analytics workflows in Designer. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
HPE updates Alletra MP, expands block storage to AWS
HPE is refining its Alletra MP array along with its GreenLake block storage as it doubles capacity, increases lifecycle management and extends to AWS. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 May 2024
ESG audit vs. green IT audit: How are they different?
Companies often struggle with understanding how to start sustainability reporting. Learn the distinct roles ESG audits and green IT audits play in a complex reporting landscape. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
US authorities crack BreachForums for a second time
The BreachForums data leak website has been seized by the FBI and international partners again Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Schumer's proposed AI policy roadmap blasted by critics
Sen. Chuck Schumer's AI policy roadmap wants $32 billion to boost AI innovation. It also prioritizes a federal data privacy framework and existing laws to govern AI. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 May 2024
Lessons learned from high-profile data breaches
Equifax. Colonial Pipeline. Sony. Target. All are high-profile data breaches, and all offer key lessons to learn that prevent your organization from falling victim to an attack. Continue Reading
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Video
15 May 2024
Jira story vs. epic: What's the difference?
Anyone who has opened a Scrum board in Jira knows projects are organized into stories and epics. But what exactly is the difference between the two of them? Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
GCHQ to protect politicians and election candidates from cyber attacks
The National Cyber Security Centre, part of GCHQ, to protect election candidates from hostile state cyber attacks Continue Reading
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Definition
15 May 2024
out-of-band authentication
Out-of-band authentication is a type of two-factor authentication (2FA) that requires a secondary verification method through a separate communication channel along with the typical ID and password. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Cyber Safety Force wants to change conversation around risk
A consortium to help cyber pros better manage risk has launched, with ambitious goals to change the nature of the conversation from cyber security to cyber safety Continue Reading
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Definition
15 May 2024
overfitting in machine learning
Overfitting in machine learning occurs when a model excessively fits the training data, capturing both relevant patterns and inconsequential noise, resulting in inaccurate predictions of new data. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 May 2024
Beyond algorithms: The rise of data-centric AI
Prioritizing data curation, preparation and engineering -- rather than tweaking model architecture -- could significantly improve AI systems' reliability and trustworthiness. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Critical SharePoint, Qakbot-linked flaws focus of May Patch Tuesday
A critical SharePoint vulnerability warrants attention this month, but it is another flaw that seems to be linked to the infamous Qakbot malware that is drawing attention Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Daisy survey reveals customers are investing in future-proofing while reducing costs
Firm Daisy Corporate Services quizzes customers to lift the lid on concerns and share their planned technology investment areas Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
WikiLeaks founder’s extradition case labelled ‘institutional corruption’
Call for Julian Assange to be prosecuted in the US has been condemned as ‘institutional corruption on a judicial level’ with the WikiLeaks founder a ‘political prisoner’ Continue Reading
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Podcast
15 May 2024
Risk & Repeat: Recapping RSA Conference 2024
Artificial intelligence was center stage at RSA Conference 2024, but the show also focused on secure-by-design principles, the ransomware landscape and more. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 May 2024
Self-checkout systems: What to know before implementing
Between the COVID-19 pandemic and the surge of AI, a new era of business emerged relying less on humans and more on technology -- hence, the rise of self-checkout systems. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
DBT Labs unveils AI assistant, more tools to transform data
The data transformation specialist's latest update includes new governance and metadata management capabilities as well as an AI-powered copilot for developer efficiency. Continue Reading
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Opinion
15 May 2024
Not all AI is created equally – and neither are humans
Lance Williams, CTO at Distology, is convinced that the human factor should not be underestimated in the frontline fight against AI-generated threats Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Infinigate outlines ambitions for fiscal year
Distributor keen to expand channel relationships and increase activity with managed service provider community Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
49% of illicit fentanyl seizures are in pill form
An NIH-funded study revealed that law enforcement seized over 115 million pills with illicit fentanyl, accounting for 49% of all fentanyl seizures. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 May 2024
Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS)
The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) is a public framework for rating the severity and characteristics of security vulnerabilities in information systems. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 May 2024
iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface)
ISCSI is a transport layer protocol that describes how Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) packets should be transported over a TCP/IP network. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 May 2024
8 WSUS alternatives for patch management
Compare the features of eight prominent patch management tools for Microsoft OSes and third-party applications to find the right option for your organization. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
AI-driven attacks seen as chief cloud security threat
Tried and true cloud security threats are on the rise. But according to a new report from Palo Alto Networks, the specter of generative AI threats has organizations concerned. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Government focuses on improving AI security
Two codes of practice are now available to help developers boost the security of their AI applications Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
AWS CEO Adam Selipsky to step down in June 2024
After three years heading up the world’s biggest public cloud company, Adam Selipsky is stepping down to be replaced by long-time Amazon staffer Matt Garman Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Continental implements cross-domain high-performance computer in a car
Qualcomm teams with automotive firm to implement a cross-domain high-performance computer in a car based on cloud-based Automotive Edge Framework and Snapdragon system-on-chip Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
HP, Google bring Starline collaboration out of lab and into workplace
Tech firms unveil collaboration technology project based on AI and 3D imaging, designed to make co-workers feel like they’re together from any distance Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Patient data stolen in DocGo cyberattack
DocGo told the SEC that data was accessed and acquired during a cyberattack against its U.S.-based ambulance service. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
AI, social media help track population-based mental health patterns
Using an AI-driven, language-based mental health assessment framework, researchers could accurately assess depression and anxiety rates at the county level. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Telehealth accounted for nearly 1 in 5 abortions in December 2023
Despite total and near-total abortion bans in several states, abortions remain consistently elevated due in part to an increase in telehealth abortions, data shows. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Comms director at centre of cover-up never thought Post Office were the ‘baddies’
Head of communications at the Post Office painted a rosy picture of the error-prone Horizon system when challenged Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Louisiana moves to criminalize mifepristone, misoprostol
Louisiana lawmakers proposed an amendment to criminalize mifepristone and misoprostol, the pills used for medication abortions, classifying them as dangerous substances. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
15 May 2024
Green coding - VictoriaMetrics: The efficiency vs complexity trade-off
This is a guest post written for the Computer Weekly Developer Network by Roman Khavronenko in his position as co-founder at VictoriaMetrics, a company known for its time series database technology ... Continue Reading
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Tip
15 May 2024
Wie sich Container vollständig sichern lassen
Manuelle Backups können wichtige Bereiche von Kubernetes übersehen. Kasten by Veeam enthält die Funktionen für die applikationsspezifische, vollständige Sicherung von Containern. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2024
Google ups ante in GenAI with Gemini enhancements
Google has updated Gemini 1.5 Pro with a two-million-token context window and debuted a smaller, lightweight model optimised for high-frequency, specialised tasks Continue Reading
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Definition
15 May 2024
What is patch management? Lifecycle, benefits and best practices
Patch management is the subset of systems management that involves identifying, acquiring, testing and installing patches, or code changes, that are intended to fix bugs, close security holes or add features. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
Google readies Gemini for Workspace, adds AI 'Teammate'
Google will roll out new GenAI in Gmail and Docs first and then other apps throughout the year. In 2025, Google plans to introduce an AI-powered assistant named Teammate. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
Microsoft handles 2 Windows zero-days on May Patch Tuesday
In addition to the Windows vulnerabilities exploited in the wild, admins should focus on patching multiple flaws in web browsers from Google, Microsoft and Mozilla. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
Genesys debuts customer service GenAI, journey management
Customer journey management and a bevy of generative AI tools, including more trademark empathy detection, were added to Genesys Cloud's contact center platform. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
Google Gemini generative AI hits all products, including Search
The tech giant made its Gemini GenAI model more powerful and rolled out new Gemini-powered products for enterprises and consumers. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
What Google Gemini AI updates mean for software developers
Google's AI dev tools deliver natively multi-modal models that can process huge amounts of data more efficiently and affordably, making it easier to develop apps using AI. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
GenAI complicates IT vendor management
IT leaders at the MIT Sloan CIO Symposium cited the challenge of managing the 'explosion' of GenAI companies while also working with vendors in maturing technology sectors. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 May 2024
cloud-native application protection platform (CNAPP)
Cloud-native application protection platform, or CNAPP, is a software product that bundles multiple cloud security tools into one package, thereby delivering a holistic approach for securing an organization's cloud infrastructure, its cloud-native applications and its cloud workloads. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
VMware Cloud on AWS now sold exclusively by Broadcom
Broadcom discontinues AWS as a reseller of VMware Cloud on AWS, further evidence that it wants hands-on control of how the VM technology is sold, supported and distributed. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 May 2024
9 keys to a killer recruitment marketing strategy
In a hiring market that presents unprecedented challenges, every HR and recruiting team needs to develop a marketing strategy to attract top-notch candidates. Here's how. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 May 2024
Quiet quitting explained: Everything you need to know
While not a new concept, the term 'quiet quitting' has recently gained popularity on social media as some employees reject the hustle culture and set job boundaries. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
CIOs play a role in responding to cybersecurity regulations
CIOs will need to pay attention to cybersecurity regulations that often include multiple requirements for businesses to maintain safe and secure IT systems. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
Matt Garman to replace Adam Selipsky as AWS CEO
Matt Garman will become the new CEO at AWS. He will replace Adam Selipsky, a tech veteran who came to the role when current Amazon CEO Andy Jassy took over for Jeff Bezos. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
Generative AI adoption outpacing all other forms of AI
A recent survey by the research and advisory firm found that deployment of generative artificial intelligence has exploded after barely being a consideration in the past. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
Google discloses 2 zero-day vulnerabilities in less than a week
Google released fixed versions to address the two vulnerabilities in its Chrome web browser, but the updates will roll out in stages with no specific dates available. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 May 2024
4 steps to ensure mobile payment security
Mobile payments are popular for their convenience, but are they secure? IT must put best practices in place to keep sensitive information safe during the mobile payment process. Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 May 2024
5 key takeaways from RSA Conference 2024
At RSA Conference 2024, the infosec industry showed their efforts to push forward in AI and to fill gaps that should help security practitioners do their jobs more effectively. Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 May 2024
AI PCs need apps with broad use cases to gain traction
There are many ways local AI on PC hardware can help users, but the broader use cases aren't there yet. Learn about the emerging AI PC market and where it still needs to grow. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
China poses genuine and increasing cyber security risk to UK, says GCHQ director
GCHQ director Anne Keast-Butler uses her first major public speech to warn that China poses a significant cyber security threat to the UK Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
HR vendors give managers more upskilling control
New tools from Oracle and ServiceNow focus on giving business leaders more control over upskilling and reskilling in an effort to address the AI skills gap. Continue Reading
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News
14 May 2024
Scotland’s Post Office scandal victims to be exonerated en masse
The Scottish parliament will introduce its own legislation to exonerate subpostmasters with convictions based on evidence from Post Office Horizon system Continue Reading
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Tip
14 May 2024
Cloud vulnerability management: A complete guide
Your security strategy might not grapple directly with cloud vulnerability management. Is it time to consider the possible benefits and challenges of this emerging product class? Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 May 2024
IT Sustainability Think Tank: How CIOs can navigate the green IT landscape
CIOs and IT leaders must take action now to ensure they have an accurate overview of the carbon emissions, energy use and sustainability of their organisation's overall activities. But how should they go about this? Continue Reading
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Tip
14 May 2024
Safeguard data center power with regular UPS maintenance
There are several levels of testing to address when developing a UPS maintenance checklist. Be sure to conduct visual, thermal and load tests to verify UPS health. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 May 2024
RSAC panel debates confidence in post-quantum cryptography
The Cryptographers' Panel at RSAC offered opinions on their confidence in PQC following the release of a paper questioning lattice-based encryption's viability. Continue Reading