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Feature
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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Opinion
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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Tip
07 Oct 2025
CIO guide to stablecoins: What they are and how to choose
Stablecoins have emerged as a key component of digital finance. CIOs play a central role in assessing the strategic, regulatory and operational impact of their enterprise payments. Continue Reading
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Definition
06 Oct 2025
What is Hyperledger?
Hyperledger is a collection of open source projects created to support the development of blockchain-based distributed ledgers. Continue Reading
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Definition
03 Oct 2025
What is data culture? A guide for data-driven organizations
Data culture is a set of principles regarding how an organization handles its data. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Oct 2025
Case study: GenAI saves time for Landing Point's recruiters
Executive search firm Landing Point uses GenAI to format resumes and job postings. The project saves every recruiter four hours per week -- all while ensuring data security. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Oct 2025
Business leaders sound off on U.S. tariff impact
U.S. tariffs are reshaping tech budgets. Some CIOs feel the squeeze, while others see limited impact. The full effects may hit harder in 2026. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Sep 2025
Bulletproof IT: How CIOs safeguard the tech supply chain
As geopolitical tensions threaten IT supply chains, CIOs can diversify hardware, prioritize AI workloads and build redundancy. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Sep 2025
How rising H-1B visa costs threaten IT talent strategies
The $100K H-1B visa fee shifts IT hiring, favoring big tech while straining smaller firms, talent pipelines and innovation. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Sep 2025
Nvidia bets on Intel: What it means for IT leaders
Nvidia invests $5B in Intel and partners to combine CPUs and GPUs, creating new integrated architectures that could affect AI workloads, data centers and enterprise computing. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Sep 2025
What is SOX compliance? A complete guide and checklist
SOX compliance entails adhering to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, a U.S. law introduced to enhance investor protection by ensuring greater accuracy, transparency and accountability in public companies' financial reporting. Continue Reading
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Definition
23 Sep 2025
What is a chief marketing officer (CMO)?
A chief marketing officer (CMO) is a C-suite executive responsible for overseeing the planning, development and execution of an organization's marketing and advertising initiatives. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Sep 2025
Beating AI fatigue: Quick wins for CIOs
Rapid AI advancements have left IT and business leaders feeling burned out. CIOs can take steps -- such as finding quick wins and upskilling employees -- to reduce this fatigue. Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Sep 2025
What is regulatory compliance?
Regulatory compliance is an organization's adherence to laws, regulations, guidelines and specifications relevant to its business processes. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Sep 2025
No more AI silos: The CIO integration playbook
AI adoption is accelerating, but scattered efforts create silos, risks and inefficiencies. IT leaders must unify strategy, data and platforms to drive enterprise value. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Sep 2025
What is enterprise architecture (EA)?
An enterprise architecture (EA) is a conceptual blueprint that defines an organization's structure and operation. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Sep 2025
10 examples of smart contracts on blockchain
Smart contracts are powerful tools for automating tasks on a blockchain. Read these use cases and understand the benefits and challenges IT leaders face during implementation. Continue Reading
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Reference
10 Sep 2025
CIO job description: Chief information officer responsibilities
Learn about the role of the chief information officer, including daily responsibilities, necessary skills and how the role is evolving in the digital age. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Sep 2025
Blockchain vs. traditional database: Differences and use cases
Choosing between blockchain and traditional databases -- or using them together -- requires knowing how each one handles data management and the skills needed to make them work. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Aug 2025
Project vs. program vs. portfolio management, explained
Project, program and portfolio management are related, but they represent three distinct disciplines. Learn about the responsibilities and goals of each and how they differ. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Aug 2025
Capital One AI partnerships aim to build trust, grow talent
Capital One's relationships with the National Science Foundation and several universities seek to improve AI's responsiveness and create new metrics to measure its progress. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Aug 2025
10 free IT strategic planning templates and examples for CIOs
As technology becomes a business differentiator, a well-thought-out IT strategy plan is more crucial than ever. These IT strategy templates help CIOs make IT a business driver. Continue Reading
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News
25 Aug 2025
DOJ targets state laws in latest inquiry
In another effort to further President Donald Trump's deregulatory agenda, the DOJ is seeking public comment on state laws that burden U.S. businesses. Continue Reading
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News
21 Aug 2025
U.S. could feel effects of EU AI Act as companies comply
The U.S. may be making a deregulatory push on AI, but the EU AI Act means large U.S. AI developers must comply with AI regulations that will affect their models regardless. Continue Reading
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News
15 Aug 2025
Trump shifts U.S. competition policy
While revoking former President Joe Biden's executive order on competition may make M&A more favorable for tech companies, it doesn't hand the industry a pass for future deals. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Aug 2025
How to become a Web 3.0 developer: Required skills and guide
Becoming a Web 3.0 expert means mixing old and new skills. Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2025
Intel CEO's potential China links a warning for U.S. companies
President Donald Trump called for Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan to resign, another signal of the administration's heightened focus on competition and support of domestic manufacturing. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Aug 2025
Quantum computing technology pushes for IT advantage
Tech and funding issues remain. But work on error handling, an expanding software stack and the growth of quantum ecosystems are advancing the pursuit of 'quantum advantage.' Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Aug 2025
Why digital literacy in the workplace is important
Some examples of digital literacy that are necessary for the contemporary workplace are knowing how to use Excel and generative AI. Learn more about why digital literacy matters. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2025
Domestic manufacturing policy emphasizes U.S. tech, products
Bringing manufacturing back to the U.S. might be a lofty goal for some products, but companies like Apple are making moves to source some components for products locally. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jul 2025
Digital literacy vs. digital fluency: Learn the differences
Business and IT leaders alike need their workers to develop digital capabilities. Here are some terms that can help convey that need. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Jul 2025
4 examples of IT department goals
An important consideration for setting IT goals specifically is aligning them with the overall goals of the larger organization. Learn more about how to set IT department goals. Continue Reading
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Video
24 Jul 2025
An explanation of quantum in computing
Quantum particles have unique behaviors that enable engineers to perform more complex calculations, which could have a significant effect across industries and operations. Continue Reading
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News
22 Jul 2025
Federal research funding cuts could slow tech innovation
With massive funding cuts proposed at both federal research agencies and U.S. universities, U.S. R&D investment is poised to fall behind China and the EU. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Jul 2025
12 best practices to keep in mind for SLA compliance
SLAs outline the criteria for acceptable performance from a service provider. Learn best practices CIOs and IT leaders should follow when creating an SLA with a service provider. Continue Reading
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News
14 Jul 2025
U.S. pushes back on China, invests in rare earth resources
U.S. officials are increasingly concerned about China's dominance over critical minerals used in advanced technologies. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jul 2025
Tariffs could hamper U.S. manufacturing growth
The Trump administration's fluctuating position on tariffs is creating pricing unpredictability for U.S. businesses and manufacturers. Continue Reading
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Definition
07 Jul 2025
What is a procurement plan?
A procurement plan -- also called a procurement management plan -- is a document that is used to manage the process of finding and selecting a vendor. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Jul 2025
Help desk vs. service desk: What's the difference?
Help desks deliver tactical, immediate technical support for specific issues, while service desks offer strategic, comprehensive management of business services. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jun 2025
In an FTC antitrust win, Meta could face divestitures
The FTC argues that Meta acquired Instagram and WhatsApp to eliminate competition in social media networks. If the FTC wins its case, Meta could be forced to sell those products. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2025
Google settlement may affect DOJ antitrust remedies
Google faces numerous antitrust challenges and has agreed to spend $500 million revamping its regulatory compliance structure in a settlement with shareholders. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2025
Trump wants to axe rules affecting business competition
As the FTC and DOJ work to assess what rules to cut, lawmakers disagree on how deregulation will affect U.S. markets. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Jun 2025
What is a quantum circuit? Quantum vs. classical circuit
Quantum circuits are systems consisting of logic gates that operate on quantum bits (qubits) to process information and perform calculations based on principles of quantum mechanics. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Jun 2025
What is prescriptive analytics?
Prescriptive analytics is a type of data analytics that provides guidance on what should happen next. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jun 2025
U.S. senators offer perspectives on U.S. energy policy
Nuclear energy dominates the discussion among lawmakers and the tech industry as a top potential power source for AI data centers, which consume large amounts of electricity. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2025
Big tech, UAE make U.S. energy investments to support AI
The Trump administration has pointed to key partnerships, including with the United Arab Emirates and U.S. tech companies, to bolster U.S. power needs to keep up with AI advances. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Jun 2025
What is a compliance audit? (with an example checklist)
A compliance audit is critical for finding any potential compliance gaps in an organization's operations. Here's what companies can do to prepare for them. Continue Reading
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News
12 Jun 2025
Policymakers assess nuclear energy for AI data centers
Big tech vendors are recognizing the energy demands of their AI services, causing them to make significant energy investments. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Jun 2025
IoT compliance standards and how to comply
To address IoT security concerns, it's critical for IT leaders to adhere to IoT compliance standards. Learn more about IoT compliance and its IT-relevant standards. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Jun 2025
What is an IT strategic plan (information technology strategic plan)?
An IT strategic plan is a document that details the comprehensive technology-enabled business management processes an organization uses to guide operations. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jun 2025
U.S. will need policy to navigate EU rules
Protecting U.S. tech companies from the EU's regulatory regime will present a challenge to U.S. officials, who have pursued antitrust cases against big tech. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Jun 2025
The history of quantum computing: A complete timeline
The theories behind quantum computing go back decades, but progress has accelerated in the 2000s. Know the key milestones to get a quick understanding of how quantum developed. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2025
FTC sends message with Synopsys, Ansys divestiture order
To prevent the creation of a monopoly in software tools used to design semiconductors, the FTC wants the two companies to divest assets before merging. Continue Reading
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News
05 Jun 2025
UK backdoor order to Apple raises bipartisan concerns
U.S. officials fear that gaps in existing law may enable countries to target U.S. companies with data access requests that harm user privacy and security. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Jun 2025
Compliance stakeholders and how to work with them
Stakeholders' involvement can strengthen an organization's compliance program. Learn best practices for engaging key stakeholders in compliance initiatives. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 May 2025
What is a compliance framework?
A compliance framework is a structured set of guidelines that details an organization's processes for maintaining accordance with established regulations, specifications or legislation. Continue Reading
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News
22 May 2025
U.S. policy moves reflect big tech issues with state AI laws
House Republicans proposed a 10-year moratorium on state AI rules, reflecting a concern among tech companies about the growing patchwork of state AI and data privacy measures. Continue Reading
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News
21 May 2025
State AI law moratorium shapes congressional debate
While some policymakers argue that protecting consumers from AI-related harms means regulation, others say existing rules offer sufficient protection. Continue Reading
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Definition
21 May 2025
What is crowdsourcing?
Crowdsourcing is the practice of turning to a body of people to obtain needed knowledge, goods or services. Continue Reading
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News
20 May 2025
Court to weigh divestiture in Google ad tech antitrust case
Forcing Google to divest assets in the DOJ's advertising market antitrust case against it will present a challenging issue to the court during the upcoming remedies trial. Continue Reading
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News
20 May 2025
Early-stage tech companies comb through data, software code
Software startups participating in the 2025 MIT Sloan CIO Symposium's Innovation Showcase take on the challenge of picking out the key signals from vast amounts of data. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 May 2025
What is quantum entanglement and how does it work?
Quantum entanglement is a foundational phenomenon in quantum mechanics where two or more particles become interconnected in such a way that the state of one particle instantly influences the state of the other, regardless of the distance separating them. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2025
Proposed U.S. budget cuts raise fears about tech innovation
President Donald Trump's proposed FY 2026 budget slashes funding for federal agencies, including NSF and NIST, which support tech research and innovation in the U.S. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 May 2025
What is systems thinking?
Systems thinking is a holistic approach to analysis that focuses on the way that a system's constituent parts interrelate and how systems work over time and within the context of larger systems. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 May 2025
What is quantum technology? Use cases and future implications
Quantum technology is a field of physics dedicated to developing new and innovative technologies based on the principles of quantum mechanics. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 May 2025
What is business resilience?
Business resilience is an organization's ability to adapt quickly to disruptions while maintaining continuous business operations and safeguarding people, assets and overall brand equity. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 May 2025
What is NISQ computing? Pros and cons
Noisy intermediate-scale quantum (NISQ) computing defines the present stage of quantum computing, in which quantum devices have a moderate qubit count, ranging from 50 to 1,000. Continue Reading
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Definition
13 May 2025
What is IT asset management (ITAM)?
IT asset management (ITAM) is a set of business practices that combines financial, inventory and contractual functions to optimize spending and support lifecycle management and strategic decision-making within the IT environment. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 May 2025
RIT showcase offers glimpse of early tech innovation cycle
Connected vehicle security, AI and 3D printing were among the technologies featured at Imagine RIT, an annual exhibition focusing on student and faculty innovation. Continue Reading
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News
12 May 2025
Contempt order worsens Apple's antitrust woes
A federal judge found Apple to be in contempt of an injunction ordering the company to make access to alternative payment options in the company's App Store easier. Continue Reading
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Definition
09 May 2025
What is the Sarbanes-Oxley Act? Definition and summary
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) is a federal law that established sweeping auditing and financial regulations for public companies. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 May 2025
Key differences between chief data officers vs. CIOs
CDOs and CIOs hold distinct roles in the tech-driven C-suite. Both roles are key to improving data collection and usage throughout the company. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 May 2025
What is a change agent (agent of change)?
A change agent, or agent of change, is someone who promotes change and enables it to happen within any group or organization. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 May 2025
Chief digital officer vs. chief technology officer: An explainer
For many enterprise organizations, CDOs focus mostly on digital strategy and customer engagement, while CTOs focus on managing and improving internal tech systems. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 May 2025
CIO vs. CTO: Key differences in roles and responsibilities
The emergence of IT and its ever-increasing importance to enterprise operations led to the creation of two tech exec positions with similar duties: the CIO and the CTO. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 May 2025
Emerging technologies in construction help manage work, risk
Emerging technologies in construction include AI and digital twins. Read how companies use advanced IT to improve risk analysis, forecasting, and more. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 May 2025
What is a quantum processing unit (QPU)?
A quantum processing unit (QPU) is a hardware device that uses quantum mechanics -- such as superposition and entanglement-- to perform complex calculations on quantum information stored in quantum bits, or qubits. Continue Reading
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News
01 May 2025
Enterprises need to prepare for DOJ data rule
Organizations must take steps to ensure compliance with emerging rules targeting foreign adversaries' access to U.S. citizens' sensitive personal information. Continue Reading
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News
30 Apr 2025
DOGE divides policymakers on federal IT modernization
A former federal deputy CIO testified that reauthorizing the Technology Modernization Fund will help the government continue IT modernization projects. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 Apr 2025
What is quantum error mitigation?
Quantum error mitigation is a process used to reduce the impact of errors in quantum computing. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 Apr 2025
What is a CIO (chief information officer), and what do they do?
The role of the CIO emerged in the late 1950s, when businesses began to incorporate computing into business operations. Continue Reading
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News
29 Apr 2025
Regulators urge businesses to cooperate on data privacy laws
Providing detailed background information is one way to help data privacy regulators during investigations of potential violations. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Apr 2025
What is Willow? Google's innovative quantum chip explained
Willow is a quantum computing chip made by Google that was unveiled at the end of 2024. Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2025
AI tests limits of data privacy regulation
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman speaks about where data privacy guardrails are needed and where there might be room to rework privacy approaches. Continue Reading
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News
24 Apr 2025
Policymakers look to state laws for federal data privacy law
Twenty U.S. states have adopted comprehensive data privacy laws, meaning that businesses face a complex network of laws with varied privacy requirements and definitions. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Apr 2025
What is a quantum engineer?
Quantum engineering is a technological field that focuses on the principles of quantum physics. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Apr 2025
The top quantum computing jobs in 2025
Quantum research is a growing field with several available career paths for tech professionals, including quantum software engineer and quantum application specialist. Continue Reading
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News
23 Apr 2025
DOJ rule aims to block adversaries' access to personal data
The new federal measure could apply to companies beyond data brokers. It stems from an executive order signed by former President Joe Biden. Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Apr 2025
What is business transformation?
Business transformation refers to fundamental changes in an organization’s operations, strategy or structure to improve efficiency, competitiveness and financial performance. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Apr 2025
9 quantum computing challenges IT leaders should know
While the theory of quantum mechanics is complex, the technology might offer practical uses for organizations. Learn about the challenges and opportunities of quantum computing. Continue Reading
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Definition
21 Apr 2025
What is quantum machine learning? How it works
Quantum machine learning (QML), also called quantum-enhanced machine learning, blends the computing power of quantum systems with the increasing computing demands of evolving machine learning models. Continue Reading
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News
18 Apr 2025
Google, Meta antitrust cases could set legal precedents
The courts dealt Google a blow this week, deciding it operates an illegal monopoly in digital ad tech. Meta's antitrust trial over Instagram and WhatsApp also began this week. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Apr 2025
What are quantum coherence and decoherence?
Quantum coherence and decoherence are fundamental indications of how well a system of quantum objects -- atoms or other quantum particles -- maintains its relationships and how reliably the ongoing operation of that quantum system can be predicted over time. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Apr 2025
How quantum computing can improve supply chains
Quantum's ability to model and analyze complex scenarios is tailor-made for tasks like route optimization and inventory management. Apps exist, but wide availability is years away. Continue Reading
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Definition
17 Apr 2025
What is a SWOT analysis? Definition, examples and how to
SWOT analysis is a framework for identifying and analyzing an organization's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Apr 2025
What is quantum error correction?
Quantum error correction detects and fixes fragile qubit errors caused by interference and decoherence, enabling fault-tolerant, reliable and scalable quantum computing systems. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Apr 2025
The potential business opportunities in quantum computing
Optimization use cases in areas like supply chain, resource allocation, routing and production scheduling are leading the near-term commercial application of quantum computing. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Apr 2025
10 online digital transformation certifications and courses
Whether you're an aspiring IT pro or an experienced business leader, these digital transformation certificates offer an opportunity to gain valuable skills. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 Apr 2025
What is a quantum logic gate?
A quantum logic gate is a basic quantum device that operates on a small number of quantum bits or qubits. Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2025
Global leaders reckon with U.S. tariffs
The Trump administration says it is using tariffs to renegotiate trade deals, stop illegal drug crossings into the U.S. and boost domestic manufacturing. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Apr 2025
Quantum AI: Explaining how it will impact the business world
Quantum computers could boost AI with faster training on big data and better problem-solving abilities. But combining the two in practical business applications could take years. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 Apr 2025
What is Lean management?
Lean management is an approach to managing an organization that supports the concept of continuous improvement, a long-term approach to work that systematically seeks to achieve small, incremental changes in processes to improve efficiency and quality. Continue Reading