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Free guide to low-code & no-code platforms
Platforms that enable shadow IT are changing development roles and processes. Here's why it's time to embrace this new reality.
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News
09 Dec 2024
Post Office senior leadership warned of IT project data safeguarding risk
Post Office board members and senior executives have been made aware of the risk to data related to its ill-fated Horizon system replacement project Continue Reading
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Blog Post
09 Dec 2024
Wiz Sygnia alliance bolsters cloud DevSecOps
While managed detection and response (MDR) was always the sole preserve of the security team, its presence as a key practice inside DevSecOps teams means that software application developers are ... Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Dec 2024
Jenkins shared libraries in pipelines example
Keep complex logic out of your build scripts and take advantage of Jenkins shared libraries instead. Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Dec 2024
Six trends that will define cyber through to 2030
From Covid-19 to war in Ukraine, SolarWinds Sunburst, Kaseya, Log4j, MOVEit and more, the past five years brought cyber to mainstream attention, but what comes next? The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank looks ahead to the second half of the 2020s Continue Reading
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Video
06 Dec 2024
Maven and Eclipse tutorial
Maven is the Java industry's most popular Java build tool. Eclipse is the Java industry's most popular open source IDE. Here's how to combine the two. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Dec 2024
How to prepare for long-lasting cloud outages
Cloud outages are more than a technical inconvenience -- they can threaten business continuity, customer satisfaction, security and innovation. Will your business survive one? Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
JPMorganChase, NFL, Georgia-Pacific share GenAI ups, downs
Enterprises share how they've used GenAI to transform operations, boost revenue, and find new opportunities. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
Ultralytics YOLO AI model compromised in supply chain attack
While Ultralytics has not released an official security advisory, the company pulled two recent versions of its YOLO11 AI model after reports said they contained a cryptominer. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Dec 2024
Diffusion of innovations theory: Definition and examples
Discover how the diffusion of innovations theory unravels the journey of ideas and tech, from bold innovators to cautious laggards, shaping adoption trends across industries today. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
OpenAI targets knowledge workers with pricy ChatGPT Pro
The new 'pro' subscription offers access to many of the vendor's top GenAI models. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
Grow with SAP expands cloud ERP access for SMBs on AWS
The new offering is designed to provide companies with an easier way to implement S/4HANA Public Cloud Edition. While aimed at SMBs, it could prove useful to enterprises. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
US TikTok ban imminent after appeal fails
TikTok’s appeal against a US government ban has failed, with a judge dismissing its arguments that its First Amendment free speech rights are being restricted Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
Trump appointments show potential for U.S.-China relations
Apart from President-elect Donald Trump's promise to take a strong stance on goods imported from China, collaboration might be possible in some areas of technology. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
06 Dec 2024
How to create an EC2 instance from the AWS Console
AWS has made launching EC2 instances an easy task, but there are still many steps to the result. Learn how to successfully create an EC2 instance from AWS Console. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Dec 2024
Why Agile estimation and planning never works
Modern application development can defy traditional project planning and delivery. Here's how to incorporate more flexibility into your Agile estimation and planning. Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Dec 2024
How AI can help you attract, engage and retain the best talent in 2025
On the Fifth Day of AI, we explore how AI is reshaping HR – boosting productivity, addressing concerns, and preparing organisations for the future. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
Pharmacy closures pose risk for minority communities
A study analyzing trends in pharmacy closures found that closures exceeded pharmacy openings between 2018 and 2021, disproportionately impacting marginalized communities. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
Trains delayed due to ‘nationwide fault’ with comms system
A fault instigated by the installation of new hardware at a major communications hub hindered the ability of train drivers and signallers to automatically log in to onboard radio communications system Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
Lawmakers promote access to direct primary care in Medicaid
While Medicaid programs can use waivers to implement direct primary care, a law that is under consideration in the Senate would make it easier for states to take this approach. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Dec 2024
Passkey vs. password: What is the difference?
Companies are turning to passkeys as a secure login for consumers. Passkeys make it more difficult for thieves to steal information, and they are also more convenient for users. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
AvePoint growing an aware channel community
The vendor’s UK channel lead shares an update on progress to increase communication with partners Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Dec 2024
8 Microsoft Power Apps use cases for organizations
When Power Apps hit the market, developers saw it as a tool for users with any level of tech expertise. It took off, and its major success is how it can address common challenges. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
Virtual acute care at home cuts length of hospital stay
A study shows that an at-home care model incorporating virtual care, remote patient monitoring and urgent care was linked to shorter hospital stays than standard inpatient care. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Dec 2024
Understanding SaaS migration benefits and best practices
Consider the four common approaches to single-tenant and multi-tenant SaaS migration and get a good grasp on tradeoffs and challenges before making a move. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
TfL cyber attack cost over £30m to date
TfL provides more detail on the financial impact of the September 2024 cyber attack that crippled several of its online systems Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Dec 2024
Is diversity suffering because of budget management?
Many are considering quitting their jobs over the next year because of rising workloads and falling team sizes. Are firms misallocating budgets and causing retention issues? Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
Zero trust and AI driving observability interest
For channel partners wondering where there should be pockets of revenue next year, there is a case to be made for deep observability Continue Reading
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Blog Post
06 Dec 2024
Greater industry collaboration will help move customers to the latest tech
The annual UK and Ireland SAP User Group Connect in Birmingham at the start of December, gave a little insight into the challenges SAP faces. It clearly costs loads of money to support each variant ... Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Dec 2024
Top 12 business intelligence challenges to manage
BI teams face various technical and project management challenges on deployments. Here are the top BI challenges, with advice on how to address them. Continue Reading
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News
06 Dec 2024
What do the home secretary’s policing reforms mean for the future of the Police Digital Service?
The government is to create a new central body for policing with IT strategy in its proposed purview, but what does this mean for the Home Office-backed Police Digital Service? Continue Reading
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Podcast
06 Dec 2024
Podcast: Storage and AI training, inference, and agentic AI
We talk to Hitachi Vantara CTO for AI Jason Hardy about training, inference and agentic AI, and how competing workloads bring context switching that storage for AI has to handle Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Dec 2024
What is a collaborative robot (cobot)?
A collaborative robot, also known as a cobot, is an industrial robot that can safely operate alongside humans in a shared workspace. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Dec 2024
Project Silica takes archive data through the looking glass
As data grows, so does the need to store it. Microsoft's Project Silica is offering an archive alternative to tape with the promise of permanence. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Businesses face uncertainty with U.S. AI regulation in 2025
An uncertain future for U.S. AI regulation doesn't mean business leaders are backing down from AI governance. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Dec 2024
Employing VR to provide neonatal resuscitation training
Despite some challenges, VR-based neonatal resuscitation training enhances realism and engagement and is well-received by healthcare providers. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Dec 2024
What to expect from OpenUK’s State of Open Con 2025
OpenUK, the non-profit organisation representing the UK’s Open Technology sector, confirmed its State of Open Con 2025 will take place on 4th and 5th February 2025 at Convene Sancroft St. Pauls in ... Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Salesforce revamps Heroku PaaS for Kubernetes, .NET
Thought Heroku was a 2010s artifact? Think again. Continue Reading
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Opinion
05 Dec 2024
2025 identity security and data security predictions
From securing nonhuman identities to post-quantum cryptography to DSPM and DLP combining, here's what's in store for identity and data security in 2025. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Dec 2024
5 examples of cloud migration success stories to learn from
Senior executives from Experian and TCW explain why and how they moved to the cloud. Plus: case-study highlights from Johnson & Johnson, Unilever and Capital One. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Dec 2024
What are vulnerable populations in healthcare?
Identifying vulnerable populations in healthcare is essential to good risk stratification and population health work. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Dec 2024
Supply chain wanes in 2025, but resilience remains key trend
The supply chain might be losing its seat at the executive table, but the work must continue to provide more resilience and agility. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Ping fatigue sparks push for right-to-disconnect laws
The fight for right-to-disconnect laws is heating up as workers push back against after-hours pings. The U.S. lags, but global momentum is at full-speed. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Amazon Q, Bedrock updates make case for cloud in agentic AI
Amazon and its partners rev their engines in anticipation of agentic AI with updates that challenge the cost and quality claims of self-hosted infrastructure competitors. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Dec 2024
What are Common Criteria (CC) for Information Technology Security Evaluation?
Common Criteria (CC) is an international standard (ISO/IEC 15408) for evaluating information technology security products. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Dec 2024
What is a recommendation engine?
A recommendation engine is a system that gives customers recommendations based on their behavior patterns and similarities to people who might have shared preferences. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Government agencies urged to use encrypted messaging after Chinese Salt Typhoon hack
Chinese hacking of US telecom networks raises questions about the exploitation by hostile hacking groups of government backdoors to provide lawful access to telecoms services Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Dec 2024
The 7 R's of cloud migration: How to choose the right method
Gartner's easy-to-remember model summarizing cloud migration options, later expanded by AWS, neatly captures the choices. Here are the benefits and drawbacks of each. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Police bust cybercrime marketplace, phishing network
As part of Europol's announcement of the cybercriminal marketplace's disruption, the agency included an image of a takedown notice referencing the 'Manson Market.' Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Met Police challenged on claim LFR supported by ‘majority of Lewisham residents’
A community impact assessment for the Met Police’s deployment of live facial-recognition tech in Lewisham brings into question the force’s previous claims to Computer Weekly that its use of the technology is supported by ‘the majority of residents’ Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Experts urge DOGE to prioritize tech over agency cuts
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy want to 'delete' federal agencies. However, some hope the duo will turn their focus to improving outdated processes to better serve U.S. citizens. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
GTDC: Distribution pivotal to delivering security
Industry organisation shares report that aims to highlight the role its members play in making sure complex technology gets into the hands of partners Continue Reading
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Podcast
05 Dec 2024
Justifying ECC upgrade: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
We speak to the chair of the UK and Ireland SAP User Group about SAP ECC and the need to upgrade at your own pace Continue Reading
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Tutorial
05 Dec 2024
How PowerShell can automate Hyper-V deployments
This tutorial explains the basics of how to build a proper template to stand up a Hyper-V VM with a script, then go further with advanced configurations for smoother deployments. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
05 Dec 2024
Amazon SageMaker, knows its onions
Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) used AWS re:Invent 2024 to announce its next generation of Amazon SageMaker. Amazon SageMaker AI is a fully managed machine learning (ML) service for data scientists ... Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Dec 2024
Traditional media vs. new media: Differences, pros and cons
Traditional and new media have several differences but can still influence each other. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Dec 2024
5 pillars that underpin payer population health strategies
The healthcare system faces many challenges, but by focusing on these five pillars, payers can establish holistic and effective population health strategies. Continue Reading
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Opinion
05 Dec 2024
Are you on the naughty or nice list for responsible AI adoption?
On the Fourth Day of AI, we discuss the value of adopting AI responsibly, and outlines how businesses can build responsible adoption into their plans Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
High-acuity inpatient stays up 41%, likely result of upcoding
The upward trend in high-acuity hospital stays and upcoding in medical billing have yielded billions in hospital reimbursements. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Dec 2024
10 data storage issues and how to overcome them
Don't overlook or ignore these 10 data storage issues -- including those related to staff, security and cost -- as they could disrupt operations without the proper planning. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
New Qlik integrations ready data for AI development
The longtime analytics and data management vendor's new integrations are designed to enable customers to ingest and prepare data for GenAI. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Rubrik expands into AWS, GenAI management
Rubrik customers can now integrate their backup data into AWS Bedrock and Azure OpenAI with the new Annapurna API service. The vendor is also expanding its backup services for AWS. Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
UK medical trial of four-day week finds staff happier and more productive
Researchers said the results of the trial conducted with employees of a learning technology firm provide ‘further compelling evidence’ on the benefits of four-day work weeks for employees Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
UK government set to hit target for 85% gigabit broadband coverage in 2025
The latest figures for full-fibre broadband roll-out from telecoms watchdog Ofcom show 83% of the country now has access to gigabit connectivity – even if many households are yet to use it Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
CMA gives Vodafone-Three merger green light
The deal is on. Now Ofcom will need to ensure Vodafone-Three doesn’t raise consumer or wholesale mobile network prices Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Sateliot closes €30m financing with EIB for satellite IoT
Long-term lending institution of the European Union announces first venture debt operation with Spanish space company to aid internet of things connectivity Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Post Office Fujitsu contract extended by a year as decision time looms
The Post Office has let contractors and third parties go as it completes its analysis of the future Horizon replacement options Continue Reading
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News
05 Dec 2024
Exclusive Networks deepens commitment to Netskope
Launch of managed services and training options follow just weeks after the distributor gained skills via the Cloudrise buy Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
Grab deepens AWS partnership to fuel AI ambitions and growth
Southeast Asian super app Grab names AWS as its preferred cloud provider to optimise costs, enhance infrastructure and support its growing AI workloads Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
Shared digital gateway was source of three NHS ransomware attacks
Alder Hey children’s hospital confirms ransomware operators accessed its systems through a shared digital gateway, but is standing firm in the face of the gang’s demands Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Dec 2024
Why data backup is important
Not every organization has a backup infrastructure in place. There are several reasons why that is a mistake, including recovery costs and rising threats to critical data. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Dec 2024
Understand the limitations of running Hyper-V in Windows 11
There are many reasons to use Hyper-V on Windows 11 instead of hosting on Windows Server, but there are some key limitations to keep in mind before deploying this technology. Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
FDA finalizes AI-enabled medical device guidance
New FDA guidelines streamline the process for approving modifications to medical device software that incorporates artificial intelligence and machine learning. Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
NCA takes out network that laundered ransomware payments
NCA-led Operation Destabilise disrupts Russian crime networks that funded the drugs and firearms trade in the UK, helped Russian oligarchs duck sanctions, and laundered money stolen from the NHS and others by ransomware gangs Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
Zepbound outperforms Wegovy in weight loss clinical trial
Researchers comparing the safety and efficacy of Zepbound and Wegovy in a phase 3b clinical trial find that Zepbound might achieve better weight loss results than Wegovy. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Dec 2024
Linux text editor tips for cloud admins using Vim and Nano
Vim and Nano are common Linux text editors that can help cloud admins manage cloud-based Linux VMs. While the tools might seem overwhelming, a few basic skills can go a long way. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
04 Dec 2024
3 ways to achieve the full potential of HR technology
Challenges like resistance to change and working in silos can hinder HR technology use. Learn more about how HR leaders can overcome some of these issues. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Dec 2024
AWS re: Invent 2024: A ‘critical inflexion point’ for AI & data
Suitably named for his deep-tech expertise and expansive knowledge of the Amazon Web Services (AWS) universe is Swami Sivasubramanian in his role as VP for AI and data at AWS. Hosting the day two ... Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
OCR issues $1.19M HIPAA penalty against Florida provider
OCR imposed a $1.19 million HIPAA penalty against Gulf Coast Pain Consultants after a former contracted employee improperly accessed PHI to submit fraudulent Medicare claims. Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
FBI: Criminals using AI to commit fraud 'on a larger scale'
As AI technology becomes more widely adopted, attackers are abusing it for their scams, which the FBI says are becoming increasingly more difficult to detect. Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Dec 2024
The most pressing challenges for CISOs and cyber security teams
From Covid-19 to war in Ukraine, SolarWinds Sunburst, Kaseya, Log4j, MOVEit and more, the past five years brought cyber to mainstream attention, but what comes next? The Computer Weekly Security Think Tank looks ahead to the second half of the 2020s Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Dec 2024
Computer Weekly series: The age of data engineering
We have entered the age of data engineering. That’s a lie, in truth, we’ve been working with data engineering methodologies, tools and processes since the sixties as we entered the “IBM” PC era and ... Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Dec 2024
From front to back: tech vice-president Dan Lake on Notonthehighstreet.com’s tech strategy
Notonthehighstreet.com vice-president of technology, Dan Lake, says that the online marketplace has underinvested in back-end systems – but it’s time for change Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Dec 2024
2025: The year of AI for business - top trends to watch out for
On the Third Day of AI, we explore some of the key trends to keep an eye on, and prepare for, in 2025 Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
AWS on using GenAI to speed up legacy VMware and Microsoft datacentre migrations
At AWS Re:Invent 2024, CEO Matt Garman shared details of how its GenAI technologies are helping enterprises accelerate the pace of Microsoft and VMware datacentre migrations Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Dec 2024
How to protect against malware as a service
Malware operators are further monetizing their malicious software by selling it to other attackers on a subscription basis. Learn how to detect and mitigate the threat. Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
WBBA sets out roadmap for next-generation broadband
Global connectivity association warns of pressing need for investment, legislation and deployment plans to enable the migration towards all-fibre broadband networks for next-gen internet Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Dec 2024
Collaboration in digital health a rising trend
Amazon One Medical and Cleveland Clinic plan to open hybrid primary care clinics, pointing to a rising trend of digital health disruptors partnering with traditional providers. Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
Vodafone UK, eSIM Go look to remove MVNO barriers to entry
Embedded subscriber identity module provider and operator look to allow organisations with subscription model able to provide UK mobile services via rapid, automated MVNO-in-a-box enablement without upfront risk, cost or commitment Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
FOSS security concerns increase amid widespread adoption
A new report from the Linux Foundation, OpenSSF and Harvard University calls for transparency and standardization to address growing security risks in open source software. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Dec 2024
How to recover from a DDoS attack
Learn how to recover from a DDoS attack and get operations back online quickly, while minimizing impact on customers and brand reputation. Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
Nordics move to deepen cyber security cooperation
Nordic countries are increasing collaboration on cyber security amid more sophisticated and aggressive attacks Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
ITU launches advisory body to support submarine comms cable resilience
Alliance created with mission statement that strengthening resilience of submarine cable networks – such as recently damaged C-Lion1 – is key to digital connectivity and economies Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
Quocirca: Print industry must promote remanufactured goods programmes
Printer world continuing to improve its green position through a range of internal and external moves, but there needs to be more promotion of remanufactured goods Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
Neos Networks and CityFibre expand partnership to boost Ethernet availability
Enhanced collaboration increases access to leading independent network provider’s national high-capacity Ethernet solutions, looking to offer more competitive connectivity options for businesses across the UK Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Dec 2024
Headline: Major SI Commits To A Properly Good, Modern Technology... As Tested!
In recent blogs – and in many recent conversations with folks from various echelons and shades of IT – I’ve talked about the need for some bravery among the SI and MSP communities to run with some ... Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Dec 2024
Oracle Java licensing explained: Addressing complexity, cost and audits
Now that Oracle Java SE is sold as a subscription, organisations using the Oracle JDK have a minefield of licences to navigate Continue Reading
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News
04 Dec 2024
Salesforce partners alerted to AI Agent opportunities
Vendor shares details of current state of UK’s ability to use AI as it looks to shake-up the market Continue Reading
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Blog Post
04 Dec 2024
An example of how to easily add Git submodules
This git submodule add example demonstrates how a developer can use these steps to create a Git repository and add a new Git submodule to it. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Dec 2024
On-premises-to-cloud migration: Top methods and tools to use
One of the first steps in a cloud migration is to choose a data transfer model. There are two options to consider -- online and offline -- but you need to weigh the pros and cons. Continue Reading
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News
03 Dec 2024
AWS intros new foundation model line and tools for Bedrock
The cloud provider launched Nova, a new family of generative AI models available on Amazon Bedrock. It also tackled some problems with generative AI, such as hallucinations. Continue Reading