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28 Mar 2024
Microsoft intros new responsible AI tools in Azure Studio
By Esther AjaoThe new tools address one of the barriers of adoption for enterprises looking to use generative AI technologies. It shows Microsoft’s thought process on government regulations.
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28 Mar 2024
US AI policy for federal agencies requires transparency
By Makenzie HollandThe OMB's new policy calls for federal agencies to be transparent about AI use and designate chief AI officers to coordinate efforts.
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28 Mar 2024
Hybrid work drives demand for SASE, zero-trust networking
By Joe O’HalloranAryaka report finds five key trends with 70% of CISOs seeking secure access service edge and software-defined WAN convergence for simplified infrastructure management
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06 Dec 2023
Government launches UK-wide Cyber Explorers Cup
By Alex ScroxtonSchoolkids across the UK are being called on to team up and defeat Herbert the Hacker in a new government-backed competition
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06 Dec 2023
Post Office prioritised its ‘bottom line’ over justice
By Karl FlindersThe Post Office was more concerned with saving money and recovering unexplained losses than getting to the bottom of subpostmaster claims that Horizon errors caused shortfalls, inquiry told
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06 Dec 2023
Singtel’s DC Tuas datacentre to cater to AI workloads
By Aaron TanOffering 58MW of capacity, DC Tuas will be the first of Singtel’s new generation of artificial intelligence datacentres to incorporate more efficient cooling technologies
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05 Dec 2023
IBM, Meta form AI Alliance to promote open AI
By Esther AjaoMeta and IBM launched the new group with more than 50 other organizations to foster an open community that helps accelerate the development of responsible AI systems.
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05 Dec 2023
IBM quantum computers make sizable leap
By Don FluckingerThe largest enterprises now invest in quantum computing strategies -- but it's still a long way off for the typical business. IBM's Condor and Heron QPUs accelerate its arrival.
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05 Dec 2023
Exposed Hugging Face API tokens jeopardized GenAI models
By Rob WrightLasso Security discovered more than 1,600 exposed Hugging Face API tokens provided access to generative AI and large-language models contained in hundreds of repositories.
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05 Dec 2023
EE fulfils 4G coverage commitments in remote Scottish islands
By Joe O’HalloranUK mobile network operator extends mast-building programme to furthest reaches of Scotland to offer reliable 4G connectivity
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05 Dec 2023
Government to trial new border tech
By Lis EvenstadThe software, which the government hopes will make it easier for border staff to identify what is inside the container, will be tested in the New Year as part of plans to ‘cut red tape’ for UK exporters
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05 Dec 2023
Ransomware ramps up against private sector in November
By Arielle WaldmanRansomware disclosures and reports increased again in November, with the most disruptive and dangerous attacks occurring against healthcare organizations.
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05 Dec 2023
Quantum supercomputing: IBM plots roadmap beyond Condor
By Cliff SaranNew quantum system and classical computing hybrid forms the basis of next-gen supercomputing at IBM
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05 Dec 2023
BICS and Telcofan team up to streamline private networks
By Joe O’HalloranCollaboration aims to simplify adoption of private networks and ease transition to internet of things ecosystem, removing complexities like provisioning SIM cards and enabling device roaming
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05 Dec 2023
Operator of Sellafield nuclear facility denies hacking claims
By Alex ScroxtonThe operator of the Sellafield nuclear site has denied allegations that senior managers covered up a series of cyber security lapses that enabled Chinese and Russian threat actors to compromise its networks
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05 Dec 2023
CIO interview: Jarrod Phipps, Holman
By Mark SamuelsThe automotive services firm is accumulating vast amounts of data from its fleet and using it to bring insights to improve customer and employee experiences
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05 Dec 2023
Cubic gains SoftBank investment for software-defined connected vehicles, IoT
By Joe O’HalloranLeading Japanese mobile network operator makes significant investment in connected vehicle software provider to accelerate growth of software-defined vehicle market and enter new sectors
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05 Dec 2023
Lone workers hook onto connected safety solutions
By Joe O’HalloranNew safety regulations, higher employee insurance costs, greater awareness of risks workers face and better understanding of efficiency benefits associated with protection services drive connectivity demand in emerging market
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05 Dec 2023
Majority of GPs now give patients online access to records
By Lis EvenstadNHS England is close to reaching its target of having nine in 10 GPs offering patients access to their primary care records online
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05 Dec 2023
Undisclosed document could reveal pressure on Fujitsu expert witness in Post Office prosecution
By Karl FlindersDetails of Post Office prosecutor’s meeting with Fujitsu IT expert witness, used in subpostmaster prosecution, not yet disclosed to public inquiry
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05 Dec 2023
Singapore to develop Southeast Asia’s first large language model
By Aaron TanSingapore has spearheaded a S$70m initiative to build research and engineering capabilities in LLMs, including the development of Southeast Asia’s first LLM
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04 Dec 2023
Fancy Bear hackers still exploiting Microsoft Exchange flaw
By Arielle WaldmanMicrosoft and Polish Cyber Command warned enterprises that Russian nation-state hackers are exploiting CVE-2023-23397 to gain privileged access to Exchange email accounts.
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04 Dec 2023
CCaaS platform subscriptions to generate $18bn revenue by 2028
By Joe O’HalloranStudy finds contact centre as a service set for strong revenue gains, driven by growth of RCS and OTT messaging apps as leading providers reduce data silos
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04 Dec 2023
AWS customers grapple with generative AI shortfalls
By Antone GonsalvesEnterprises fear failing to accommodate technical immaturity, ensure data security and governance, prevent biases built into models, and correct the erroneous responses of LLMs.
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04 Dec 2023
CIO interview: Sasha Jory, Hastings Direct
By Mark SamuelsFor a company aiming to be the biggest digital insurer in the UK, that means going cloud-first, and focusing on innovation for both customers and employees
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04 Dec 2023
eSIM adoption drives growth and market disruption in cellular IoT
By Joe O’HalloranStudy reveals that embedded subscriber identity modules have gained more popularity from users and device makers than mobile operators but that is changing thanks to a new specification for IoT eSIMs
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04 Dec 2023
Microsoft leaves SME resellers in the dark over Cloud Compute 2 framework snub
By Caroline DonnellySME IT suppliers are calling on Microsoft to explain why it has banned them from reselling its services through the government's new £1.35bn Cloud Compute 2 framework
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04 Dec 2023
5G to be the last 'G' for Orange as comms hits singularity
By Joe O’HalloranTelco believes mobile communications has hit tipping point with imminent end of traditional generational paradigm and delivery of products to be replaced by services enhanced on a continuous basis
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04 Dec 2023
CTO interview: Greg Lavender, Intel
By Pat BransComputer Weekly caught up with Intel’s chief technology officer to find out the semiconductor giant’s plans for the European market
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04 Dec 2023
Atos selected for UEFA Euro 2024 IT contract
By Karl FlindersIT services company Atos will deliver on-site and remote IT services for next year’s international football event in Germany
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04 Dec 2023
Rhysida ransomware gang hits hospital holding royal family’s data
By Alex ScroxtonRansomware gang boasts of having stolen data on the royal family in an attack on a private London hospital
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04 Dec 2023
Digital Realty and BT team to unlock data value with NaaS
By Joe O’HalloranComms provider teams with datacentre, colocation and interconnection solutions firm for network as a service combined with orchestration platform to offer flexibility and choice when connecting digital hubs to unlock data value
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01 Dec 2023
S3 Express One Zone set to power generative AI workloads
By Tim McCarthyAndy Warfield of AWS Storage breaks down the new AWS S3 tier of fast object storage and discusses future S3 development in a session at the vendor's re:Invent 2023 conference.
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01 Dec 2023
Human augmentation tech requires dual use oversight
By Sebastian Klovig SkeltonResearchers investigating human augmentation technologies must acknowledge the potential military applications of their work, and military bodies cannot be allowed to dismiss ethical concerns in their pursuit of national security interests, says NGO Drone Wars UK
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01 Dec 2023
Report reveals sorry state of cyber security at UK football clubs
By Alex ScroxtonFootball clubs up and down the country are putting staff, players and fans alike at risk through outdated attitudes to cyber security, according to a report
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01 Dec 2023
Republican skepticism over federal telework gets airing
By Patrick ThibodeauHouse Republicans put federal agencies on the defensive over federal telework, with two lawmakers suggesting that working from home is equivalent to sitting on a couch all day.
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01 Dec 2023
AWS partners look to GenAI, competencies, marketplace sales
By John MooreThis week's AWS re:Invent conference was notable for AI, industry-specific offerings and accelerators, but partners also pointed to specializations and online deal-making.
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01 Dec 2023
Lords committee urges caution on UK use of autonomous weapons
By Sebastian Klovig SkeltonUK government must ensure proper democratic oversight of its development and use of AI-powered weapon systems, says Lords committee
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01 Dec 2023
The Security Interviews: Mark McClain, SailPoint Technologies
By Alex ScroxtonSailPoint founder and CEO Mark McClain reflects on how the concept of identity has evolved over the past 20 years, and points to rapid evolution still to come
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01 Dec 2023
Microsoft to invest £2.5bn in doubling AI datacentre capacity in UK
By Caroline DonnellyPrime minister Rishi Sunak has hailed Microsoft's show of commitment to helping the UK achieve its goal of becoming an AI superpower
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01 Dec 2023
Almost 60% of UK workers have had no digital skills training
By Clare McDonaldCompanies often complain of a lack of skilled workers, but many employees have also claimed they’ve not received any digital training, according to CV Genius
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01 Dec 2023
BT Group simplifies network for quicker live services
By Joe O’HalloranBT’s digital unit simplifies orchestration and delivery of its network services for customer orders, reducing engineering costs and complexities, and leaving infrastructure better prepared to scale to meet future demands
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01 Dec 2023
Cologne Bonn Airport extends Tetra digital radio network
By Joe O’HalloranGerman Airport taps Motorola Solutions in 10-year agreement to provide essential radio technology supporting safe and reliable airport services
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01 Dec 2023
Altnets spread wings across UK
By Joe O’HalloranAlternative broadband providers from northern and southern countries, plus leading indie provider in metropolitan area, boost gigabit options
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01 Dec 2023
Post Office lawyer with his fingerprints all over IT scandal spreads blame
By Karl FlindersSenior Post Office criminal lawyer was just following orders and claims his only mistake was believing those that told him the Horizon system was robust
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30 Nov 2023
Yarra Valley Water to roll out smart water meters
By Stephen WithersThe move is expected to stem water losses, alert customers to possible leaks and improve the affordability of water
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30 Nov 2023
Accenture, SAP partner on supply chain visibility
By Jim O'DonnellA partnership between Accenture and SAP builds supply chain capabilities on SAP IBP that enables organizations to identify and respond to changes in supply, demand and inventory.
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30 Nov 2023
Black Basta ransomware payments exceed $100M since 2022
By Arielle WaldmanInsurance provider Corvus and blockchain analytics vendor Elliptic partnered to examine how much damage the Black Basta ransomware group has caused in less than two years.
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30 Nov 2023
ScamClub spreads fake McAfee alerts to ESPN, AP, CBS sites
By Rob WrightMalwarebytes said the malicious affiliate behind the fake virus alerts and other malvertising attacks has been flagged many times over the years, but McAfee has yet to take action.
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30 Nov 2023
AWS debuts model evaluation tool in Bedrock
By Aaron TanThe Model Evaluation tool in Bedrock will help organisations evaluate and test large language models that are best suited to their needs based on criteria like accuracy, toxicity and cost
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30 Nov 2023
Government’s Online Fraud Charter welcomed
By Alex ScroxtonThe government has corralled 11 of the largest tech platforms in the world to commit to its Online Fraud Charter, designed to tackle online scams, fake adverts, and more
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30 Nov 2023
Infosys and Shell collaborate on push to accelerate adoption of immersion cooling in datacentres
By Caroline DonnellyIT consultancy and energy giant are looking to accelerate the take-up of immersion cooling in datacentres through collaboration
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30 Nov 2023
CGI and Google Cloud join forces to support United Nations in climate change fight
By Caroline DonnellyIT consultancy pools resources with public cloud giant to support United Nations agency helping members fight climate change
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30 Nov 2023
Rhysida gang stole hundreds of gigabytes of British Library data
By Alex ScroxtonThe Rhysida ransomware gang behind the cyber attack on the British Library has published almost 600GB of stolen data to its dark web leak site
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30 Nov 2023
Government sets out AI training framework for business
By Cliff SaranThe Alan Turing Institute’s AI Skills for Business Competency Guidance for the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology is now live
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30 Nov 2023
Slow government response to Post Office scandal compensation forces new legislation
By Karl FlindersSubpostmasters who exposed widest miscarriage of justice in UK history still waiting for compensation after decades of fighting
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29 Nov 2023
AWS intros new GenAI tools for images and model training
By Esther AjaoThe 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
By Jim O'DonnellNew 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
By Tim McCarthyThe 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
By Arielle WaldmanOkta 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
Law enforcement dismembers major ransomware operation in Ukraine
By Alex ScroxtonA 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
By Karl FlindersFaced 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
By Eric AvidonThe 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
New AWS tools simplify access, management of data at scale
By Eric AvidonThe 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
Aerodyne taps AWS to power drone platform
By Aaron TanThe 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
By Joe O’HalloranCollaboration 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
By Alex ScroxtonOkta 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
Re:Invent 2023: Selipsky cues Q to project future shape of work
By Brian McKennaAt 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
By Esther AjaoThe 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
By Patrick ThibodeauBroadcom 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
By Mary ReinesThe 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
Europol, Ukraine police arrest alleged ransomware ringleader
By Arielle WaldmanEuropol 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
Meta faces GDPR complaint over processing personal data without 'free consent'
By Bill GoodwinPaid-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
By Tim McCarthyBackup 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
CCRC refers two posthumous subpostmaster appeals to Crown Court
By Karl FlindersCCRC refers posthumous appeals against convictions to Crown Court for first time
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28 Nov 2023
Infinigate launches next-gen security package
By Simon QuickeDistributor combines offerings from a number of vendor partners to produce fresh option for resellers
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28 Nov 2023
UK retailer The Very Group embarks on GenAI push with AWS
By Caroline DonnellyThe Very Group's collaboration with AWS is geared towards improving the customer experience through personalisation
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28 Nov 2023
Starburst update adds new GenAI, streaming data features
By Eric AvidonGalaxy, 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
By Aaron TanAWS 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
By Alex ScroxtonPersonal 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
By Alex ScroxtonA 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
By Simon QuickeChannel 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
By Joe O’HalloranBrewer 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
By Arielle WaldmanResearchers 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
By Aaron TanComputer 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
By Mary ReinesAWS 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
Advanced metering infrastructure deployment to exceed expectations
By Joe O’HalloranResearch 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
By Cliff SaranWhen 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
By Cliff SaranOutgoing 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
5G service expansion to drive APAC mobile
By Joe O’HalloranStudy 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
By Peter Ray AllisonOrganisations 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
By Simon QuickeChannel 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
By Lis EvenstadMPs 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
By Karl FlindersOver 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
By Alex ScroxtonThe 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
By Joe O’HalloranResearch 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
By Karl FlindersHexaware opens IT services operation in Birmingham, with a plan to recruit 250 people in the region by 2025
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24 Nov 2023
Nebulon continuing to focus on OEM channel-building
By Simon QuickeSmart infrastructure specialist keen to exploit growing enterprise market opportunity via partners
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24 Nov 2023
UK police plan national roll-out of facial-recognition phone app
By Sebastian Klovig SkeltonUK 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
By Simon QuickeEducation 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
By Joe O’HalloranLeading 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
By Joe O’HalloranIT 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
By Aaron TanNearly 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