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29 Nov 2023
AWS intros new GenAI tools for images and model training
The tech giant's new image generator produces realistic images while also providing features for editing. SageMaker HyperPod helps reduce training times for foundation models.
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29 Nov 2023
White House unveils plan to build supply chain resilience
New Biden administration actions for supply chains include a cross-governmental council, use of the Defense Production Act for essential medicines and data sharing and analytics.
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29 Nov 2023
Amazon S3 storage picks up speed at re:Invent 2023
The release of Amazon S3 Express One Zone kicked off AWS re:Invent 2023, which featured new storage products that added capabilities to the public cloud's file and object storage.
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29 Nov 2023
Okta: Support system breach affected all customers
Okta warned customers that they face an 'increased risk of phishing and social engineering attacks' after new details emerged from a breach that occurred earlier this year.
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29 Nov 2023
Amazon makes waves with a new… thin client?
The new thin client combines the third-generation Fire TV Cube with a newly-built thin client operating system called Fire TV enterprise edition.
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29 Nov 2023
How to handle Google Cloud Storage costs
The cost of Google Cloud Storage isn't just about stored data. Administrators must also consider processing, network usage, retrieval and replication.
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29 Nov 2023
Law enforcement dismembers major ransomware operation in Ukraine
A joint law enforcement operation between the Ukrainian authorities, Europol and Eurojust has seem five ransomware operators taken into custody
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29 Nov 2023
Paula Vennells’ email fuelled Post Office Horizon cult, inquiry told
Faced with serious questions about the robustness of its core computer system, the Post Office doubled down on reliability myth, public inquiry told
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29 Nov 2023
AWS unveils Amazon Q in QuickSight to add more generative AI
The tech giant's new generative AI chatbot could help more employees within organizations work with data by enabling them to query and analyze data using conversational language.
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29 Nov 2023
Top 5 benefits of marketing automation
If an organization wants to help its marketers, it must invest in marketing automation. This software offers benefits such as better lead conversion and data collection.
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29 Nov 2023
New AWS tools simplify access, management of data at scale
The tech giant revealed serverless tools that eliminate limitations on workload size as well as integrations that simplify access to data within the Amazon Web Services ecosystem.
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29 Nov 2023
8 blockchain security risks to weigh before adoption
Blockchain and smart contracts have their own unique vulnerabilities. But poor code testing, cryptographic keys and generic network attacks will get you, too.
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29 Nov 2023
Build and maintain digital resilience for a stronger DR program
A digital resilience program builds on existing preventive and restorative activities by identifying the ways an organization's infrastructure can become more resilient.
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29 Nov 2023
Evaluate serverless computing best practices
Serverless computing strategies require enterprises to evaluate tools, features and costs, while understanding application requirements and use cases. Here are some best practices.
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29 Nov 2023
Aerodyne taps AWS to power drone platform
The Malaysia-based startup is running its Dronos platform on AWS to expand its footprint globally and support a variety of drone use cases, from agriculture seeding to cellular tower maintenance
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29 Nov 2023
AI to drive Zoom to new levels in 2024
Collaboration and communications company’s GenAI technology to be cornerstone of hybrid workspace where technology aligns with real user needs
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29 Nov 2023
Scope of Okta helpdesk breach widens to impact all users
Okta has widened the scope of the October breach of its systems to include every customer that has used its helpdesk service, after new information came to light
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29 Nov 2023
Waste not, want not: How datacentre heat reuse projects can power ahead
The Nordics, Netherlands, Germany and Canada are progressing district heating initiatives that save energy and emissions, although obstacles remain
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29 Nov 2023
Re:Invent 2023: Selipsky cues Q to project future shape of work
At Amazon Web Services’ annual conference in Las Vegas, Re:Invent, CEO Adam Selipsky hails GenAI capacity of product Q to reshape the future of work
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28 Nov 2023
AWS unveils new AI chatbot, chips, Nvidia partnership
The cloud giant's new chatbot is for enterprises looking for more productivity. It is infused into AWS applications for contact centers and business intelligence.
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28 Nov 2023
VMware layoffs a familiar Broadcom story
Broadcom has started laying off VMware employees this week, a move that reminds some of how it proceeded when it acquired CA Technologies in 2018.
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28 Nov 2023
AWS Amazon Connect adds generative AI for the contact center
The tech giant unveils generative AI capabilities, reminding CX competitors that it has a long history with conversational AI and can offer many intelligent customer service tools.
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28 Nov 2023
How AI is radically changing business process management
Deploying AI's discovery and automation capabilities in BPM powers advancements in front-office processes, process data analysis, business process mapping and process modeling.
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28 Nov 2023
Europol, Ukraine police arrest alleged ransomware ringleader
Europol and Ukraine's National Police arrested the alleged leader of a ransomware gang last week, along with four accomplices, dismantling the cybercrime group.
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28 Nov 2023
Uncertainty lingers with Broadcom’s VMware acquisition
Large enterprises with complex VMware environments are looking to de-risk their businesses from potential changes resulting from the Broadcom-VMware deal
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28 Nov 2023
Meta faces GDPR complaint over processing personal data without 'free consent'
Paid-for service means data protection is only available to those who can afford it, privacy group argues in data protection complaint
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28 Nov 2023
Generative AI tools for backup and DR still in early days
Backup software vendors have pitched generative AI tools for automation and as virtual assistants, but how these additions enhance enterprise workflows remains to be seen.
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28 Nov 2023
AI engineers: What they do and how to become one
Learn what it takes to launch a rewarding career as an AI engineer, including required skills, responsibilities, qualifications, educational opportunities and top salaries.
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28 Nov 2023
IT Sustainability Think Tank: Circular economy concept picks up speed in 2023
The conversation around IT sustainability stepped up a gear in 2023, but has it been another year of all talk and no action?
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28 Nov 2023
Making artificial intelligence fit for all our human futures
Lord Chris Holmes explains why he has introduced a Private Member's Bill on AI regulation for discussion in Parliament - and the important precedents he hopes it will set
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28 Nov 2023
CCRC refers two posthumous subpostmaster appeals to Crown Court
CCRC refers posthumous appeals against convictions to Crown Court for first time
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28 Nov 2023
Infinigate launches next-gen security package
Distributor combines offerings from a number of vendor partners to produce fresh option for resellers
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28 Nov 2023
Hybrid cloud connectivity best practices and considerations
Private and public clouds stress networks in different ways and don't always play well together. Here's what to know to set up a cost-effective hybrid cloud network architecture.
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28 Nov 2023
UK retailer The Very Group embarks on GenAI push with AWS
The Very Group's collaboration with AWS is geared towards improving the customer experience through personalisation
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28 Nov 2023
Use the data center circular economy for sustainability
Building data center servers and hardware requires use of many of Earth's nonrenewable resources. Data center owners must adopt the circular economy system for sustainability.
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28 Nov 2023
Starburst update adds new GenAI, streaming data features
Galaxy, the cloud-based version of the vendor's platform, now includes text-to-code translation capabilities as well as automated governance and real-time ingestion tools.
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28 Nov 2023
AWS sharpens focus in APAC
AWS is doubling down on industry offerings and investing in cloud infrastructure and skills training, among other efforts, to tap growth opportunities in the region
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28 Nov 2023
Scope of British Library data breach widens
Personal data on British Library users has appeared for sale on the dark web following a Rhysida ransomware attack, as the scope of the still-developing incident widens again
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28 Nov 2023
Volume of unique malware samples threatens to overwhelm defenders
A massive increase in malware volumes could cause problems for security teams tasked with adapting their defences against them
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28 Nov 2023
Softcat indicates 2023 on track to finish strongly
Channel player shares trading update for its first quarter, including favourable comparisons lined up against this time last year
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28 Nov 2023
Carlsberg serves up IoT to bring bars into digital world
Brewer taps into global internet of things network to obtain real-time data on what’s selling at what time of day in which type of outlet and to obtain early warning of any technical problems
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27 Nov 2023
Threat actors targeting critical OwnCloud vulnerability
Researchers observed exploitation attempts against a vulnerability affecting OwnCloud's Graph API app, highlighting threat actors' continued focus on file-sharing products.
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27 Nov 2023
Nominations open for Computer Weekly Innovation Awards APAC 2024
Computer Weekly is looking for nominations for its 2024 Innovation Awards to honour digital transformation initiatives that have transformed organisations in six industries
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27 Nov 2023
AWS' remote work gambit: Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client
AWS rolls out a computer in a Fire TV Cube box. The $195 device gives enterprises an inexpensive end-user hardware option for remote workers and promises tighter data security.
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27 Nov 2023
What happens to VMware EUC and Carbon Black under Broadcom?
Following the acquisition of VMware, there are a number of directions Broadcom could go with VMware's end user computing and Carbon Black business units.
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27 Nov 2023
How passwordless authentication aids identity security
Enterprise Strategy Group's Jack Poller discusses survey results on user authentication practices and explains the security benefits of passwordless methods.
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27 Nov 2023
Compare 8 prompt engineering tools
To get the most out of large language models, developers and other users rely on prompt engineering techniques to achieve their desired output. Review 8 tools that can help.
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27 Nov 2023
Use resource tagging to optimize cloud costs
When it comes to cost management in cloud computing, tags and additional metadata can help with reporting, allocation and optimization recommendations.
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27 Nov 2023
Datacentres energy efficiency investment priorities in the race to net-zero
Operators seeking to prioritise one pathway over another to reach sustainability targets may be disappointed, experts warn
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27 Nov 2023
Advanced metering infrastructure deployment to exceed expectations
Research predicts that while proprietary and RF communications technologies will remain pivotal connectivity options for water AMI projects in the foreseeable future, emerging alternatives are rapidly growing
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27 Nov 2023
Interview: Sunil Srivastava, CTO, Pandora
When he joined the jewellery retailer, Sunil Srivastava was labelled as the ‘crazy CTO’ given some of the ideas he had for transforming IT
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27 Nov 2023
SAP needs to address breakdown in trust
Outgoing UK and Ireland SAP user group chair calls on SAP to rebuild trust and plot a path to innovate S/4Hana for those who run ERP on-premise
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27 Nov 2023
Craft a data protection strategy for multi-cloud
Data protection is harder when you have multiple clouds in the mix. Manage this challenge by crafting a data protection strategy and following these best practices.
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27 Nov 2023
5G service expansion to drive APAC mobile
Study forecasts 5G service expansion will drive mobile services market in Asia-Pacific to 2028, with revenue prospects for mobile data segment remaining strong in key territories
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27 Nov 2023
The Security Interviews: Zeki Turedi, field CTO Europe, CrowdStrike
Organisations are racing to keep their security up to date against the latest threats. CrowdStrike’s Zeki Turedi explains how to protect against novel and innovative cyber attacks
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27 Nov 2023
SysGroup grows managed services as H1 revenues dip
Channel player shares financial update indicating it’s lining up behind AI as an area for growth
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27 Nov 2023
MPs have ‘little confidence’ in Making Tax Digital success
MPs say HMRC’s Making Tax Digital programme is riddled with widespread and repeating failures, and criticise the programme for failing to be open about the costs and increased burdens on taxpayers
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27 Nov 2023
‘Excited’ finance firms pump money into digital technology
Over three-quarters of finance firms are currently restricted in what they can spend on technology due to the global economic climate, but expect spending to resume next year
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27 Nov 2023
NCSC publishes landmark guidelines on AI cyber security
The NCSC and its US counterpart CISA have brought together tech companies and governments to countersign a new set of guidelines aimed at promoting a secure-by-design culture in AI development
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27 Nov 2023
Lack of government incentives stifling UK business broadband expansion
Research from UK connectivity provider reveals that while 42% of UK businesses plan vital connectivity upgrades as part of growth strategy, one in every five are receiving insufficient internet speeds
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27 Nov 2023
India's Hexaware creates hundreds of jobs in UK
Hexaware opens IT services operation in Birmingham, with a plan to recruit 250 people in the region by 2025
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27 Nov 2023
IT Sustainability Think Tank: IT leaders must prepare for green challenges in 2024
The conversation around IT sustainability stepped up a gear in 2023, but has it been another year of all talk and no action?
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27 Nov 2023
The future of business software
The enterprise application software market has changed radically. We look at what is driving IT investments
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24 Nov 2023
Nebulon continuing to focus on OEM channel-building
Smart infrastructure specialist keen to exploit growing enterprise market opportunity via partners
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24 Nov 2023
DORA raises the stakes for cloud use in financial services
The EU's DORA regulations will raise the stakes for cloud in financial services but resilience is more than just a tech issue, says NetApp's Steve Rackham
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24 Nov 2023
UK police plan national roll-out of facial-recognition phone app
UK police chiefs plan to expand use of facial-recognition technology through a nationwide roll-out of mobile-based tools and increases in retrospective facial-recognition, but oversight problems persist
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24 Nov 2023
RM shutters Consortium business
Education specialist RM makes difficult decision to shut underperforming supplies and resources unit
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24 Nov 2023
Ooredoo Qatar claims milestone for private networks in Middle East
Leading operator in MENA region reveals first-of-its-kind project designed to provide dedicated voice and customer data services in most remote and challenging locations
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24 Nov 2023
Eir Ireland transforms contact centres to enhance customer experience
IT service provider announces partnership with leading Irish telco and technology firm to transform customer service, replacing legacy call centre systems with an API-first experience orchestration platform
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24 Nov 2023
APAC organisations warm to microsegmentation
Nearly two-thirds of organisations in the APAC region see microsegmentation as a way to protect their IT assets, but lack the skills to deploy the technology
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23 Nov 2023
Microsoft bans SME partners from selling its services via government's Cloud Compute 2 framework
Microsoft is under fire after documents leaked to Computer Weekly revealed it has banned reseller partners from selling its services via the government’s soon-to-be launched Cloud Compute 2 framework
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23 Nov 2023
Aptum expanding channel ecosystem
Recently appointed channel executive outlines plans to increase the cloud player’s routes to market
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23 Nov 2023
DWP to surveil bank accounts of benefit claimants for fraud
The UK government has outlined how it plans to tackle benefit fraud by giving the Department for Work and Pensions new powers compelling banks to collect and share data on claimants’ bank accounts
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23 Nov 2023
MOVEit incident spurred UK decision makers to spend big on cyber
The MOVEit cyber attacks that unfolded in the spring and summer of 2023 seem to have driven an increase in both ransomware awareness and spend, according to a report
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23 Nov 2023
Dell: Channel will need to provide AI reassurances
Dell research exposes levels of hesitancy among UK customers over artificial intelligence
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23 Nov 2023
Expereo on tap for Carlsberg to deliver connectivity in 40 countries
SD-WAN/SASE and internet provider brings brewing giant ‘unrivalled’ connectivity in global network
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23 Nov 2023
Growing European mobile data traffic drives pressure on network investment
Research from global mobile trade association shows that mobile contributed €910bn to Europe’s economy in 2022
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23 Nov 2023
Navigating the DPDI Bill: A transformative shift ahead
The Data Protection and Digital Information (No. 2) Bill, or DPDI, is set to reshape the UK’s data protection framework. Louise Brooks of DQM GRC considers the implications
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23 Nov 2023
North Korean APTs go all in on supply chain attacks, warns NCSC
Threat actors linked to the North Korean regime are becoming more adept at targeting software supply chains in the service of their cyber attacks
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23 Nov 2023
China Telecom, China Unicom, ZTE unveil digital twin-based network assurance
Leading Chinese communications technology firm teams with local operators to apply the industry's first digital twin-based smart operation for the co-construction and sharing network during the 19th Asian Games, providing network assurance for users
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23 Nov 2023
Three-quarters of finance executives expect generative AI to replace them
Survey reveals an expectation that GenAI will take over many of the finance executive roles currently held by people
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23 Nov 2023
Australia ups ante on cyber security
Australia’s new cyber security strategy will focus on building threat blocking capabilities, protecting critical infrastructure and improving the cyber workforce, among other priorities
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22 Nov 2023
4 data loss examples keeping backup admins up at night
Protecting data is a critical task for backup admins, and threats are ever evolving. Preparation is key to preventing data loss and recovering quickly.
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22 Nov 2023
Broadcom completes VMware acquisition, promises investment
Broadcom plans to invest in VMware products that enable enterprises to build and modernize their private and hybrid cloud environments, Broadcom CEO Hock Tan said.
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22 Nov 2023
CISA relaunches working group on cyber insurance, ransomware
Following a hiatus, the Cybersecurity Insurance and Data Analysis Working Group will relaunch in December to determine which security measures are most effective to reduce risk.
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22 Nov 2023
Palo Alto Networks SASE Converge updates boost security, UX
With the announcement of its latest SASE portfolio updates and the acquisition of Talon, Palo Alto Networks connects the dots between security and performance.
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22 Nov 2023
6 common problems with open source code integration
Open source provides its fair share of benefits for businesses that put it to use. However, don't ignore these six hazards that development teams may face along the way.
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22 Nov 2023
OpenAI reinstates Sam Altman as CEO, but problems remain
The AI startup reinstated the former CEO after firing him on Nov. 17. The news seems to end a whirlwind of events that highlighted fundamental problems at the vendor.
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22 Nov 2023
Offline backups are a key part of a ransomware protection plan
Ransomware resilience relies not on a single tool, but on several layered protections. Offline backups are a critical layer in a ransomware protection strategy.
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22 Nov 2023
The evolution of the distributor: From credit lines to sales acceleration
Matt Paynter, vendor alliances director, UK and Ireland at Exclusive Networks compares the then and now in Distribution
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22 Nov 2023
NTT Docomo deploys energy-efficient multi-supplier Open RAN 5G network
Leading Japanese operator and mobile technology pioneer deploys high-performance Open RAN-compliant portfolio in commercial multi-supplier network based on energy-efficient technology to support sustainability objectives
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22 Nov 2023
Improved rural connectivity set to unlock £8.8bn for British manufacturers
Economic modelling from Virgin Medio O2 reveals great rural revival with improved rural connectivity having the potential to unlock huge gains for British manufacturers
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22 Nov 2023
Stop errors with these PowerShell ValidatePattern examples
Using regular expressions to validate input information and generate a tailored error message on a new user script can prevent unnecessary support tickets.
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22 Nov 2023
Key takeaways from KubeCon + CloudNativeCon 2023
Over 14,000 attendees took in KubeCon + CloudNativeCon 2023 from Chicago and saw major announcements across the board in observability, sustainability and more.
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22 Nov 2023
SASE vs. NaaS: What's the difference?
SASE and NaaS are network models with different goals. SASE combines SD-WAN with cloud-based security, while NaaS lets businesses outsource network management via a subscription model.
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22 Nov 2023
Chancellor offers spending boost for IT buyers alongside AI and quantum investments
In his Autumn Statement, chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced a range of measures intended to boost investment in innovation and technology
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22 Nov 2023
Altman to return after OpenAI employees threaten mass exodus
OpenAI employees have some of the most in-demand skills in tech. When a majority threatened to resign over Sam Altman's firing, they had and used that leverage.
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22 Nov 2023
Autumn Statement reveals more AI and quantum initiatives
With the government keen to position the UK as pro-innovation, the chancellor used the 2023 Autumn Statement to discuss more plans to support that ambition
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22 Nov 2023
6 green coding best practices and how to get started
Software developers can support sustainability efforts via a range of green coding tactics. These best practices range from shrinking artifacts to maximizing efficiency.
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22 Nov 2023
An inside look at a Scattered Spider cyber attack
Threat researchers at ReliaQuest share the inside track on a Scattered Spider cyber attack they investigated
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22 Nov 2023
Context: Distribution will enjoy growth next year
Analyst shares its expectations of the amount of IT spending that will go through European distributors in 2024
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22 Nov 2023
Geek gift guide 2023: Security first, at home and on the go
The COVID-19 public health emergency officially ended in 2023, but the threat of cyberattacks grew. Geeks had security on their minds, along with home comforts and travel gear.
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22 Nov 2023
AWS to offer free AI training courses to two million people by 2025
Public cloud giant AWS has set its sights on bolstering the AI skill sets of two million people globally