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18 Sep 2026
AI extinction: What IT leaders need to know -- and do -- now
AI extinction concerns are growing among experts, but for enterprises, the focus should be on governance, accountability and risk management to prevent operational failures. Continue Reading
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18 Sep 2026
AI ate the first rung of the technology career ladder
As AI automates routine tasks in tech careers, it could deprive junior professionals of learning opportunities. And it may create a workforce that lacks experience and expertise. Continue Reading
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15 Jun 2026
What CIOs need to know about community-first AI infrastructure
Data center construction is growing, leading infrastructure providers to adopt a community-first AI infrastructure approach, aimed at building trust and long-term viability. Continue Reading
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12 Jun 2026
Weekly news roundup: Siri AI, Salesforce layoffs, xAI lawsuit and Anthropic expands Mythos access
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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11 Jun 2026
An AI bubble burst? Early warning signs and how to prepare
AI is nearing a reset, shifting focus from hype to measurable value. CIOs must reassess investments, prioritize ROI and guide their organizations toward a sustainable AI strategy. Continue Reading
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10 Jun 2026
Breaking through the enterprise AI plateau
Despite widespread adoption, organizations are reaching an AI plateau because they treat it as a typical technology implementation rather than one requiring fundamental change. Continue Reading
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09 Jun 2026
What CIOs need to know about the 2026 crypto collapse
In the wake of the 2026 crypto collapse, CIOs must reassess blockchain initiatives, vendor stability, technical dependencies, preparedness and governance priorities. Continue Reading
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08 Jun 2026
AI agents are running wild: Secure the reasoning layer now
As AI agents move from pilot to production, traditional security perimeters are being replaced by the reasoning boundary. Continue Reading
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05 Jun 2026
Is AI reducing IT costs? Tech leaders weigh in
IT leaders say AI is adding new costs faster than organizations can measure the benefits. This forces CIOs to weigh rising spending against uncertain productivity gains. Continue Reading
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05 Jun 2026
Weekly news roundup: Anthropic goes public, Nvidia 'superchip,' and SpaceX historic IPO
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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04 Jun 2026
Survey finds CEOs cutting junior roles to AI: How it impacts IT
The IT career ladder is transforming as AI automates entry-level tasks, forcing companies to rethink hiring strategies and redefine what junior roles look like. Continue Reading
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04 Jun 2026
Human-in-the-loop shouldn't rubber-stamp decisions
Organizations struggle to balance AI autonomy with real human oversight, as human-in-the-loop is often symbolic rather than substantive, risking cognitive atrophy and rubber-stamping. Continue Reading
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03 Jun 2026
Deepfakes are killing biometric trust
AI is making biometric authentication easier to spoof, forcing enterprises to rethink identity security and adopt layered authentication models. Continue Reading
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02 Jun 2026
Research shows the vibe coding security crisis CIOs can't ignore
Vibe coding democratizes app development—but at what cost? New research exposes a shadow IT crisis hiding in plain sight. Continue Reading
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02 Jun 2026
The CIO's guide to skills-based workforce planning
Organizations often have enough IT staff but face critical skills gaps that hinder digital transformation. Skills-based workforce planning can solve this issue. Continue Reading
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29 May 2026
The AI agent governance gap: How CIOs can gain control
AI agents are spreading faster than CIOs can manage. AI governance platform CEO David Baum explains why traditional IT governance tools struggle to monitor them. Continue Reading
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29 May 2026
Weekly news roundup: Pope AI warnings, YouTube tackles AI slop and Meta subscriptions
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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28 May 2026
Cloudflare's AI pivot: Agentic AI risk considerations for IT execs
Cloudflare cuts 1,100 jobs despite strong revenue growth, betting big on AI agents to reshape cybersecurity -- but experts warn of hidden risks ahead. Continue Reading
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28 May 2026
'Take a breath:' A CISO's Claude Mythos advice for CIOs
Anthropic's Claude Mythos has generated buzz and alarm among CIOs and CISOs, who fear the model could expose vulnerabilities and drive unprecedented levels of hacking. Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 May 2026
Invest in human-AI collaboration -- not just automation
AI boosts efficiency but can't replicate emotional intelligence or nuanced judgment. Forward-thinking companies pair technology with talent to drive sustainable growth and loyalty. Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 May 2026
The antidote to 'evil AI' is more AI
AI-powered attackers are operating at machine speed. Don't fight back with human-speed defense. Continue Reading
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27 May 2026
AI's cybersecurity paradox: How CIOs can keep up with change
As AI tools such as Claude Mythos Preview can speed vulnerability discovery for attackers, CIOs are automating detection and response to keep pace. Continue Reading
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26 May 2026
Beyond the hype: A CIO's guide to LLM risk management
CIOs must prioritize LLM risk management as adoption grows. They should assess workflows, data security and vendor practices to mitigate risks and ensure safe AI use. Continue Reading
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22 May 2026
Is AI really cheaper than human workers?
Enterprise AI promises cost savings, but hidden expenses often exceed projections—and sometimes surpass the salaries of workers being replaced. Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2026
Weekly tech news: Musk lawsuit verdict, Anthropic acquisition, Meta layoffs and billions for quantum
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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21 May 2026
How CIOs move from AI experimentation to operationalization
MIT Sloan CIO Symposium panelists reveal how businesses are operationalizing AI at scale. Celigo CIO Amy Farrow shares critical lessons learned. Continue Reading
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19 May 2026
The Meta warning: When AI spending becomes a liability
Meta's stock dropped 10% after it revealed higher AI costs. CIOs must prove AI investments deliver value, and AI spending is not becoming a liability. Continue Reading
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15 May 2026
The incident response mistake 73% of leaders make
Having an incident response plan doesn't mean you're ready. Nearly three-quarters of security leaders say their organizations would struggle to execute IR plans during an attack. Continue Reading
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15 May 2026
Startup founder says trust is biggest barrier to AI agents
Despite rapid progress in agentic AI, enterprises still face major concerns around control, cost and reliability. Continue Reading
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15 May 2026
AI is fundamentally transforming organizations
AI veteran Peter Day discusses why enterprise AI transformation struggles: It's an organizational change problem, not a technology one, with rising costs and shifting roles. Continue Reading
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15 May 2026
6 ways to improve the CIO-CISO relationship in 2026
CIOs and CISOs need to work together for the benefit of the whole organization. To break the mold of hostility, C-suite leaders need to prioritize collaboration and mutual respect. Continue Reading
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15 May 2026
Weekly news roundup: Googlebook announced, WhatsApp Incognito, Altman under fire and Foxconn breach
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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12 May 2026
The top CIO challenges: AI hype, security and rapid change
TechTarget asked CIOs the biggest challenge they expect next year. Their answers point to AI adoption, rapid change and pressure to deliver business outcomes. Continue Reading
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08 May 2026
The AI factory model: What CIOs need to know
The AI experimentation phase is over. Enterprises are now racing to build AI factories that generate revenue, not just consume resources. Continue Reading
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08 May 2026
The hidden costs of AI: What leaders must budget
AI implementation costs extend beyond model fees. Hidden expenses such as data preparation, governance, security and talent significantly affect ROI and require careful planning. Continue Reading
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08 May 2026
Weekly News Roundup: OpenAI launch, AI lawsuits and frameworks and Pentagon AI alliances
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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News
07 May 2026
Enterprises are making an AI native transformation
AI agents are transforming enterprises and taking on work in financial analysis, customer experience and coding. But strong leadership is needed for companies to become AI-native. Continue Reading
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06 May 2026
CISO shortage may reflect unrealistic job expectations
A new report warns of a CISO shortage, but interviews suggest the reality is more complex. The gap may reflect unrealistic job expectations rather than a true talent shortage. Continue Reading
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05 May 2026
AI-augmented teams: Training for human-machine collaboration
Organizations must shift from viewing AI as just a tool to a strategic collaborator. This requires workforce readiness and skills developed through training and collaboration. Continue Reading
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01 May 2026
5 IT leadership tips for CIOs
Smart CIOs make IT a driver of business value, not just a back-office function. To do this, they focus on outcomes, ruthlessly prioritize and quickly adapt to market changes. Continue Reading
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01 May 2026
Weekly news roundup: Musk vs. Altman, Google’s Pentagon AI deal, China and EU hit Meta
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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30 Apr 2026
AI security risks force CIOs to rethink strategy
In this Q&A, Michael Spisak of Unit 42, Palo Alto Networks, explains the cybersecurity risks and opportunities that enterprises now face with the rapid rise of AI. Continue Reading
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29 Apr 2026
Tokenmaxxing: How CIOs can extract maximum value from AI tokens
Tokenmaxxing is the key to mastering AI costs. Discover how enterprises can optimize token usage, reduce waste and scale AI responsibly. Continue Reading
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28 Apr 2026
The KelpDAO $292M crypto hack: What IT execs must know
Decentralized finance faces escalating risks as attacks on platforms like KelpDAO reveal vulnerabilities in cross-chain bridges, causing billion-dollar losses. Continue Reading
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28 Apr 2026
How to migrate to a new ERP system
ERP migrations can go off track fast. Strong governance and disciplined scope control can help CIOs improve the odds of success. Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2026
MIT EmTech: 2026 is the year AI goes to work
At MIT EmTech AI, 2026 is called the year for enterprise agentic AI, with companies deploying agents that autonomously handle marketing, service desks and background workflows. Continue Reading
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Opinion
24 Apr 2026
Are CIOs' days numbered?
The CIO's role evolves amid emerging C-level positions such as chief AI officer. Smart organizations integrate these roles under the CIO, ensuring cohesive strategies. Continue Reading
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Opinion
24 Apr 2026
OpenClaw: Moving the perimeter to the reasoning boundary
OpenClaw accelerates agentic orchestration, bridging LLMs to real-world systems. CIOs must focus on governance, securing action and managing risks in autonomous decision-making. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Apr 2026
Top 9 smart contract platforms to consider in 2026
Platform speed, scalability, security, cost, and smart contract support vary widely. Here’s a guide to align trade-offs with enterprise needs and key players. Continue Reading
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24 Apr 2026
Weekly news roundup: Tim Cook exits Apple, Meta layoffs intensify and Anthropic investigates Claude
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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21 Apr 2026
How many jobs will AI create for humans?
Despite common fears of AI taking away jobs, it's poised to create millions over the next few years. Expect to see more job transformation and growth in strategy and engineering. Continue Reading
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21 Apr 2026
IT outsourcing's future: Balancing cost, quality and innovation
Modern IT outsourcing demands more than low-cost providers. CIOs need strategic partners who bring automation, expertise and innovation to drive digital transformation. Continue Reading
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17 Apr 2026
Build vs. buy AI: A CIO's decision matrix
CIOs must decide whether to build custom AI or buy vendor platforms. The choice determines talent deployment, competitive advantage and long-term control over business logic. Continue Reading
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17 Apr 2026
Weekly news roundup: Snap layoffs, OpenAI safety concerns and Altman attack
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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16 Apr 2026
5 real-world GenAI case studies
Real case studies show that GenAI offers value when CIOs target key bottlenecks and balance innovation with data governance. Continue Reading
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14 Apr 2026
What CIOs need to know about Meta's proposed CEO AI agent
Meta's CEO AI agent prototype marks the rise of executive-level autonomous AI, opening governance, accountability, data access and compliance gaps CIOs must proactively address. Continue Reading
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14 Apr 2026
How Sikich balances GenAI innovation with security
Sikich CIO Scott Sanders explains how the firm uses well-defined governance, security controls and a focus on business-driven use cases to scale generative AI. Continue Reading
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14 Apr 2026
The most in-demand AI skills
In-demand AI skills for enterprises include technical foundations and effective teamwork with AI, among other skills crucial for successful implementations and better productivity. Continue Reading
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13 Apr 2026
CIOs face new threat: Relationship-based vendor coercion
Vendor coercion in IT ties business deals to tech adoption, bypassing governance. Discover its risks, especially with AI, and how CIOs can safeguard decisions. Continue Reading
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13 Apr 2026
How CIOs can beat AI challenges: A top researcher's view
CIOs are grappling with moving AI from the pilot stage to genuine implementation, and many are encountering organizational pitfalls that are stalling the delivery of real value. Continue Reading
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10 Apr 2026
Failure is an option as an IT leadership tool
In this Q&A, Gartner analyst Rob O'Donohue argues that CIOs should document failures alongside successes in a "failure resume" to foster a healthy risk-taking culture. Continue Reading
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10 Apr 2026
5 agentic AI case studies for CIOs
Agentic AI can help organizations automate complex workflows. Explore real stories of what worked, what didn't and what challenges kept CIOs up at night. Continue Reading
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10 Apr 2026
Weekly news roundup: Claude Mythos concerns, Muse Spark debut and U.S. infrastructure disruption
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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09 Apr 2026
IT organizational restructuring: Leader's guide to when and how
IT restructuring may be essential to stay agile in a fast-paced market. Discover strategies to align with goals, adapt to AI and drive long-term success. Continue Reading
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08 Apr 2026
Using storytellers in a digital age
As AI-generated content fuels mistrust, the demand for skilled storytellers rises. IT leaders should use storytelling to gain a strategic edge in today's digital economy. Continue Reading
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07 Apr 2026
Career advice for aspiring CIOs: 5 tips
CIOs weigh in on what it takes to rise to the top of IT. Tips include building business acumen and knowing the difference between management and leadership. Continue Reading
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07 Apr 2026
What CIOs must know about bossware strategy
Bossware helps track remote worker productivity, but CIOs must balance legal compliance, employee privacy, morale and retention risks when implementing surveillance tools. Continue Reading
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07 Apr 2026
The AI talent wars explained: What CIOs need to know
CIOs struggle to hire AI talent due to high demand and limited supply. The competition, known as the AI talent wars, drives up salaries and extends hiring timelines. Continue Reading
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06 Apr 2026
Agentic AI in practice: Lessons from real deployments
Martin Bufi of Info-Tech shares lessons from real deployments, including why multi-agent architecture and code-driven approaches are critical to scale. Continue Reading
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06 Apr 2026
ITPro Today, Network Computing, IoT World Today combine with TechTarget
Our editorial mission continues, offering IT leaders a unified brand with comprehensive coverage of enterprise technology trends and practical guidance. Continue Reading
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03 Apr 2026
Weekly news roundup: Oracle layoffs, geopolitical risks and Claude Code leak
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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31 Mar 2026
CIOs must now model war as an enterprise risk
In the wake of the Iran-backed hacktivist attacks on Stryker, CIOs rethink enterprise risk models to account for different attacker intents and methods. Continue Reading
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31 Mar 2026
How Axis Communications navigates global AI regulation
As AI rules evolve, compliance grows more complex. CIO Jonas Hansson encourages IT leaders to assess data risk and track vendor sub-processors to stay compliant. Continue Reading
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31 Mar 2026
The ROI of IT training: How CIOs can prove business value
The ROI of IT training highlights its value as a strategic investment. Its improved productivity, innovation and risk reduction can justify training costs to executive teams. Continue Reading
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27 Mar 2026
What CIOs need to know going into AI vendor negotiations
CIOs must treat AI vendor negotiations differently than legacy software deals, by using data assets, examining contracts and accounting for hidden costs to avoid costly lock-in. Continue Reading
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27 Mar 2026
Agentic AI streamlines PromptCare's operations
As organizations deploy agentic AI, Phil Merrell, CIO of PromptCare, encourages IT leaders to focus on the end-to-end process and use the 80/20 rule for agility. Continue Reading
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27 Mar 2026
Weekly news roundup: Meta lawsuit, Sora shutdown and DarkSword leak
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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26 Mar 2026
Why cyber insurance won't cover the next generation of attacks
Geopolitical cyberattacks are rising, but cyber insurance may not cover them. CIOs must understand war exclusions, assess exposure and build resilience beyond risk transfer. Continue Reading
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24 Mar 2026
AI talent strategy: How Rayburn Electric builds AI-ready teams
Rayburn Electric doesn't need to build its own AI models, but it needs AI champions who can implement the technology across operations. Continue Reading
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24 Mar 2026
Why AI backlash is a leadership problem -- not a tech one
AI backlash is shaping up to be more of a trust issue than a tech one. Open communication and accountability can help overcome resistance and lead to successful AI integrations. Continue Reading
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23 Mar 2026
OpenClaw and Moltbook explained: The latest AI agent craze
OpenClaw, a viral open source AI agent, promises local control and autonomous task execution. But security, governance and hype raise serious concerns for IT leaders. Continue Reading
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20 Mar 2026
Weekly news roundup: Stryker cyberattack, Meta layoffs and AI spending surge
Stay up to date with the latest U.S. tech news, IPOs and executive moves shaping the industry each week. Continue Reading
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20 Mar 2026
AI disruption: How CIOs should prepare for a new economy
AI disruption may not hit as quickly as the Citrini Research scenario imagined, but CIOs still need to prepare. Consider what the scenario got right and how IT leaders can respond. Continue Reading
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20 Mar 2026
A lawyer's advice for CIOs creating AI-use policies
AI is transforming the way companies work in unprecedented ways, and CIOs must implement policies to protect their intellectual property, as well as that of their customers and partners. Continue Reading
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19 Mar 2026
Business travel in high-risk areas: Key precautions for leaders
Amid rising global risks, corporate travel faces new challenges. Learn how businesses can protect employees and adapt strategies for safe, effective travel. Continue Reading
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18 Mar 2026
The CLARITY Act explained: Enterprise and IT impacts
The CLARITY Act establishes federal regulatory framework for cryptocurrency and blockchain, defining SEC and CFTC roles while providing compliance clarity for digital assets. Continue Reading
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18 Mar 2026
Trump Tariff Refunds: A CIO Playbook for Capturing Cash
The Supreme Court voided Trump-era tariffs, enabling corporate refund claims, but unclear processes, eligibility rules, fragmented data and long timelines complicate recovery. Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2026
A day in the life of a CIO: 5 real examples
In a typical day, CIOs juggle outages, strategy and global teams. Insights from five CIOs reveal how they manage it all. Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2026
AI sprawl vs. CIOs: The battle to control enterprise AI
CIOs can prevent AI sprawl by balancing innovation with governance, avoiding blanket AI rollouts, aligning tools to roles, and fostering secure experimentation. Continue Reading
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17 Mar 2026
How companies are reducing their carbon footprints
Companies' reliance on digital technologies has an environmental cost that few CIOs and IT teams understand. Learn why a digital carbon footprint is critical and how to address it. Continue Reading
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16 Mar 2026
Silicon Valley Bank collapse: Lessons three years later
The Silicon Valley Bank collapse revealed financial and operational risks for businesses. Three years later, CIOs still play a critical role in strengthening resilience. Continue Reading
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16 Mar 2026
Middle East AWS attack highlights data center vulnerabilities
Drone strikes that hit AWS's Middle East data centers show the cloud’s physical risks and prompts enterprises to improve disaster recovery and multi-region resilience strategies. Continue Reading
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12 Mar 2026
Surveillance backlash: A wake-up call for CIOs
Ring's abandoned Flock Safety partnership shows how AI surveillance and third-party integrations can spark backlash, highlighting the need for stronger data governance and trust. Continue Reading
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11 Mar 2026
How to upskill in AI: Lessons from a CIO
Sedgwick CIO Sean Safieh explains how CIOs can use course-based training, hands-on learning and safe experimentation to lead AI upskilling across IT and the broader workforce. Continue Reading
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10 Mar 2026
The psychology behind AI resistance: What CIOs need to know
AI is reshaping the way the world does business at breakneck speed, yet many CIOs are facing adoption resistance because of how it plays into our most primal fears. Continue Reading
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10 Mar 2026
Tackling transformation fatigue: A CIO playbook
CIOs can combat transformation fatigue by delivering clear, sustainable changes, engaging employees, celebrating wins, and aligning transformation with capability growth. Continue Reading
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09 Mar 2026
Real time payments: Are your systems ready?
Real time payments demand more than faster transactions. IT teams must overhaul legacy systems, adopt APIs and strengthen compliance to support instant settlement. Continue Reading
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09 Mar 2026
What CIOs can learn from Anthropic's safety pullback
Anthropic’s clash with the Pentagon shows how AI vendor safety policies can shift politically, forcing CIOs to strengthen governance and manage supplier risk. Continue Reading
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06 Mar 2026
CIO risk management: Lessons from Southern Glazer's CIO
Steve Bronson, CIO of Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, explains how his team tackles AI, talent, operational and vendor risks to keep the business resilient. Continue Reading
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05 Mar 2026
How big tech AI talent poaching affects the AI talent wars
Big tech companies are fiercely competing for AI talent. These talent wars drive up compensation, use aggressive strategies to acquire experts and shrink the available talent pool. Continue Reading
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03 Mar 2026
What CIOs can learn from Marc Benioff's ICE joke
Marc Benioff's ICE agent joke at a Salesforce all-hands meeting puts spotlight on IT system and operational risks with enterprises relying heavily on foreign labor. Continue Reading
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03 Mar 2026
AI workforce training: How BDO USA trains its employees
Getting employees comfortable with AI is tough for CIOs. BDO USA uses AI ambassadors, tailored training and a virtual escape room to train its workforce in AI skills. Continue Reading