TechTarget News - Week of Apr 12, 2020
Mon Apr 13, 2020
How Singapore’s Niometrics is changing network analytics
By extracting granular data and emphasising privacy protection, Niometrics’ network analytics technology is being put through its paces in a variety of use cases
Mon Apr 13, 2020
Object storage vendors turn to analytics, AI, machine learning
The view of object stores as nothing more than cheap and deep storage is changing, as the technology finds its way into AI, machine learning and analytics use cases.
Mon Apr 13, 2020
Agiloft adds AI engine to its no-code CLM platform
With a new AI engine for its contract lifecycle management (CLM) platform, Agiloft is giving developers assistance in building CLM applications using the company's no-code tech.
Mon Apr 13, 2020
Economic slowdown due to COVID-19 leads to Domo layoffs
With the economy suffering as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, BI vendor Domo laid off part of its staff on April 9. Domo has failed to turn a profit since being founded in 2010.
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Coronavirus puts brakes on 5G core deployments
Research firm identifies short- and long-term impacts that global pandemic will have on 5G core and edge networks
Tue Apr 14, 2020
SAP preliminary Q1 2020 results: Covid-19 takes a bite as in-person events cancelled
The coronavirus public health crisis has hit SAP’s first quarter, according to its preliminary financial results statement
Tue Apr 14, 2020
UK altnets increase full-fibre coverage by 50%
Independent network providers notch up notable year in 2019 as fibre access for all becomes political hot potato
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Coronavirus: Supply issues hit PC market
Despite strong demand, the pandemic caused problems in sourcing kit and forced the PC market to reverse three quarters of growth
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Coronavirus: Zoom user credentials for sale on dark web
IntSight researchers say they have found a database containing thousands of Zoom usernames and passwords being sold on the dark web
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Inside Alibaba’s NLP labs
Alibaba is among a growing crop of technology companies that are rising to the challenge of solving the toughest problems in natural language processing
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Apple and Netflix most imitated brands in phishing attacks
A new report highlights the brands which are being most frequently spoofed by cyber criminals in phishing attacks
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Coronavirus: European network traffic curves flatten but security issues increase
Nokia research finds networks are taking the strain despite a huge increase in upstream traffic during the day from videoconferencing and downstream during weekends from video-on-demand
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Cohesity funding nets $250M despite pandemic
After its latest funding round, Cohesity doubled its valuation in two years. It indicates how hot the backup market is as vendors add data reuse capabilities to their portfolios.
Tue Apr 14, 2020
SolarWinds adds e92plus to the distributor roster
Vendor looks to security distributor to take its ITSM offering out to resellers across UK and Ireland
Tue Apr 14, 2020
WHO wades into UK fake 5G Covid-19 links row as regulator probes leading broadcaster
World Health Organization publishes myth-buster guide to Covid-19 as Ofcom investigates remarks made on leading ITV programme casting doubt on media proof of fake news
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Booking.com celebrates women in tech with annual awards
Booking.com has announced the winners of its 2020 Technology Playmaker Awards, an annual recognition of female talent launched in 2017
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Backup trends include security awareness, cloud protection
Data protection experts discuss important backup trends outlined in research, as well as customer tendencies in the age of the coronavirus. Security best practices are critical.
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Microsoft Teams to display 9 video panels, but users want more
Microsoft Teams will display as many as nine video feeds at once by early May. But some users say the change doesn't go far enough.
Tue Apr 14, 2020
Russian threat group suspected of hacking SFO
San Francisco International Airport disclosed a data breach affected employees and third-party contractors, and ESET researchers said a Russian APT was likely behind the attack.
Tue Apr 14, 2020
GitHub Free expanded to support teams
The free tier of GitHub’s version control platform is now available to entire teams, after previously being limited to individuals and small groups.
Wed Apr 15, 2020
GitLab expands into Australia as DevOps tooling market heats up
DevOps platform supplier GitLab expands Down Under with a bigger workforce to meet the needs of local firms that are looking to speed up software development
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Tech firms, academia and charities unite to deliver 4G tablets to Covid-19 patients
The Life Lines project aims to keep critically ill patients connected when they are being cared for inside intensive care units across the UK
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Coronavirus: More than two-fifths of employees likely to continue remote working after pandemic
Research firm Gartner offers guide to managing remote workers during Covid-19 pandemic as new normal for work emerges
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Coronavirus: Apple and Google unite for contact tracing technology
Silicon Valley giants announce collaboration to prevent the spread of Coronavirus
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Coronavirus: Nordic authorities use tech in fight against Covid-19
Nordic government organisations are working with private technology firms in the region to support their efforts to contain the coronavirus
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Samsung claims 4.3Gbps 5G speed breakthrough
Korean tech giant’s latest lab demonstration uses MU-MIMO technology to showcase 5G’s potentially vast capacity, new radio, NR, 28GHz access unit
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Microsoft patches 19 critical bugs in another heavy Patch Tuesday
The volume of vulnerabilities being uncovered by Microsoft remains high, with more than 100 fixes pushed out in April’s Patch Tuesday
Wed Apr 15, 2020
[email protected] invites people to share processors to combat coronavirus
In the 1990s, people could donate their spare computing in a distributed project to find aliens. Now distributed simulations are tackling the Covid-19 pandemic
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Coronavirus: Dell makes moves to ease channel finances
With the current challenges caused by Covid-19, the supplier has made changes to its MDF programmes to make life easier for the channel
Wed Apr 15, 2020
SecureAge and ITQuoter on the hunt for partners
The Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic has not stopped some fresh arrivals landing in the UK with the intention of building up a channel base
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Coronavirus: Researcher finds security vulnerability in Slack
Some common assumptions about the security of cloud-based messaging platform Slack may not be entirely accurate, says an Alien Labs researcher
Wed Apr 15, 2020
LogMeIn launches CCaaS platform to complement GoToConnect
LogMeIn releases GoToConnect call center as a service features during a high-demand period for supporting remote customer service work amid COVID-19 stay-at-home orders.
Wed Apr 15, 2020
3 zero-day fixes in heavy April Patch Tuesday release
Complications arising from the coronavirus pandemic could slow the rollout of this month's Microsoft security updates as IT teams deal with an influx of remote workers.
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Coronavirus: Lloyds Bank to give thousands of tablet devices to over-70s
Banking group is giving away tablets and basic digital training to help vulnerable customers stay connected during the UK’s Covid-19 lockdown
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Malware found on 45 percent of home office networks
New research by BitSight compared malware infections on home office networks versus corporate networks, and the results were unsettling for remote enterprise users.
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Managed services rev up revenues for SD-WAN in fourth quarter of 2019
Analyst Omdia highlights the steady transition in 2019 from hardware-based to software-defined networking and predicts good times despite Covid-19
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Coronavirus: Standard Chartered bans employees from Zoom
Standard Chartered is the first bank to have instructed its staff to refrain from using Zoom
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Coronavirus: Round-up of free cloud infrastructure services to support enterprises through Covid-19
Amazon, Google, Alibaba and OVHcloud are among public cloud providers offering enterprises, researchers and healthcare free access to services to support them through the coronavirus pandemic
Wed Apr 15, 2020
House of Commons reports progress on virtual Parliament
Plans to take certain proceedings online are on track but ‘bumps along the way’ are expected, according to the Speaker of the House of Commons
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Short-depth Supermicro SuperServer targets 5G telecoms
New 2U Supermicro SuperServer provides compute in micro data centers. The vendor said it aims to help telecommunications firms adopt open systems to support edge computing.
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Government urged to delay digital services tax amid coronavirus outbreak
Delaying liabilities for a year could help technology companies already stretched thin by the outbreak of the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic, according to TechUK
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Coronavirus: ICO temporarily relaxes regulatory approach
The Information Commissioner’s Office sets out a revised approach to its regulatory duties during the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic
Wed Apr 15, 2020
SADA, Google partner on disease surveillance system
An infectious disease surveillance portal incorporates a mapping application from SADA Systems and visualization technology from Google's recent Looker acquisition.
Wed Apr 15, 2020
Atrium offering combines powers of Salesforce and Tableau
A new offering from the Atrium consultancy hints at how Salesforce's Einstein Analytics and Tableau may complement each other now that Salesforce has acquired Tableau.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Coronavirus: Indian IT sector takes hit
India’s IT market will see slower growth this year though opportunities abound in artificial intelligence and cyber security
Thu Apr 16, 2020
BT inks Ericsson 5G supply deal but delays schedule to replace Huawei kit
UK telco engages Swedish tech firm to deploy cloud-native dual-mode 5G core, but rows back on deadline to remove all Huawei technology from mobile core by end of year
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Orange expands mesh Wi-Fi into Belgium, reinforces marine service capabilities
SoftAtHome’s mesh Wi-Fi now available for Orange Belgium customers while Orange ship begins undersea cabling survey work off coast of Sicily
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Coronavirus: Cyber attacks on banks seen spiking, says Carbon Black
VMware’s Carbon Black observes a spike in cyber attacks on financial services organisations
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Coronavirus shines spotlight on mobile connectivity
Mobile operators in Asia-Pacific are playing their part in the fight against Covid-19, even as some of them are facing roadblocks in rolling out 5G networks
Thu Apr 16, 2020
NHS Wales to get free security services during coronavirus pandemic
NHS Wales Informatics Services enlists Thales to help it face down security threats and let its teams focus on the Covid-19 coronavirus crisis
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Rolls-Royce alliance focuses on Coronavirus economic recovery
The Rolls-Royce industry alliance aims to bring together data teams across industries and academia to help governments and businesses get back to work
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Coronavirus: India eases lockdown restrictions for IT service providers
Indian government allows IT services firms to bring half their staff back to delivery centres
Thu Apr 16, 2020
DWP turns to Government Gateway to support Universal Credit claims
Existing users of HMRC’s digital identity system can use their credentials to apply for benefits, in a move designed to ease bottlenecks caused by Gov.uk Verify performance problems
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Nuage Networks declares SD-WAN first for desktop, mobile and IoT devices
Nokia subsidiary integrates Asavie SD Edge to allow enterprise IT managers to extend security policies beyond branch to mobile users and connected devices
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Microsoft aims to build Planetary Computer system for sustainability
Microsoft’s Planetary Computer platform will combine global datasets to help organisations manage biodiversity and reduce climate change
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Check Point sounds alarm over double extortion ransomware threat
Researchers say double extortion ransomware attacks are likely to increase in frequency, and warn organisations to be on guard
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Coronavirus: Telcos in developed markets to lose more than $40bn
Big increases in unemployment will see a 3.4% decline in telecoms revenue this year, with the negative impact to persist for the next 12 months, says analyst
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Coronavirus: Nordic digital educators collaborate with authorities amid pandemic
Nordic education technology startups are supporting education establishments in offering continued education during the Covid-19 crisis
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Coronavirus: e92plus increasing practical support for resellers
Distributor e92plus increases financial aid for partners that want to keep the customer orders flowing
Thu Apr 16, 2020
St Albans council integrates systems in effort to streamline processes
The council of St Albans has implemented a unified digital platform to streamline how citizens interact with its services, as well as its own decision-making processes
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Supermicro veut peupler les futures antennes 5G de mini-serveurs
Après un modèle 1U destiné à mettre de l’informatique dans les boutiques, le fabricant décline sa gamme SuperServer pour le edge en une version qui répond aux impératifs des télécoms.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
No pause for the funding rounds
Over the past few days, there have been a few lucky firms securing more investment to bulk up their growth ambitions
Thu Apr 16, 2020
SaaS-based Unitrends Helix automates tedious backup tasks
Unitrends Helix automates the tasks of monitoring, remediating and maintaining backup servers. While tedious, they are necessary to prevent failed backups.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Scality launches NAS Archiver to migrate cold file data
Scality's new NAS Archiver product assesses tier-1 NAS systems for inactive data and lets customers set policies to move the data to its Ring object and file storage.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Lower-cost IBM z15 mainframes add security for multi-clouds
Two new low-end IBM z15 mainframes and security software aim to help users better prevent internal attacks, as well as monitor workloads across on-premises and multi-cloud environments.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Hackers embrace cryptocurrency laundering to evade the law
Cybercriminals are turning to cryptocurrency laundering methods to hide illicit proceeds as law enforcement agencies find success in tracing bitcoin transactions.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
COVID-19 remote work forces shift on SecOps strategy
Security risk was mostly an afterthought as businesses scrambled to support remote work in response to COVID-19, but SecOps is now at the top of IT shops' priority lists.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Blockchain database startup Fluree invests in channel sales
Fluree has formalized a partner program for offering its blockchain-based data management technology. The startup said it aims to recruit a diverse set of channel partners.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
Cisco, HPE counter COVID-19 impact with tech financing
Cisco and HPE are offering special tech financing to businesses struggling to keep IT projects going in an economy rocked by the COVID-19 crisis.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
TPG Capital combines 3 vendors to form Digital.ai
Private equity firm TPG Capital combined three acquisitions -- CollabNet VersionOne, XebiaLabs and Arxan Technologies -- to create the new DevSecOps-focused vendor.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
COVID-19 drives PC market supply down, demand up
The COVID-19 pandemic pushed PC market shipments down, despite higher demand for remote work devices. A looming recession, though, could dampen sales.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
New cloud features highlight Qlik analytics platform update
Enhanced SaaS capabilities and tools to help customers migrate their analytics operations to the cloud highlight the latest platform update from Qlik.
Thu Apr 16, 2020
With Zoom under fire, Microsoft rushes to boost Teams security
Microsoft is accelerating the launch of features meant to enhance Teams meeting security on the heels of widespread criticism of rival video conferencing provider Zoom.
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Coronavirus: Security certification body puts exams online
Candidates for certification by the International Association of Privacy Professionals will now be able to sit their exams remotely
Fri Apr 17, 2020
EU warns no compromise on privacy as NHS clashes with tech firms on contact tracing
EU and UK regulators express data privacy concerns days after Silicon Valley giants announce collaboration on contact-tracing apps to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Verizon Business zooms in to acquire conferencing company BlueJeans
With conferencing and collaboration rocketing due to the Covid-19 outbreak and no real end in sight to the increased usage, Verizon swoops in to acquire conference applications provider BlueJeans
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Coronavirus: How Nominet fights back against malicious domains
Domain name registry has thwarted hundreds of attempts to register malicious .uk domain names during the coronavirus pandemic
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Certification exams move online
Training bodies have reacted to the lockdown with moves to make it easier for resellers brushing up on their skills to sit exams
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Coronavirus: Big hit to European 5G as smartphone industry set for sharpest falls in 20 years
Screeching halt to telecoms money truck predicted for 2020 as Covid-19 outbreak impacts phone production and 5G roll-out
Fri Apr 17, 2020
AWS slams lack of White House cooperation in JEDI cloud contract investigation
The Department of Defense claims the Inspector General's report into the controversial JEDI cloud contract should nullify a number of allegations pertaining to the deal, but Amazon Web Services seems to disagree
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Fifth of UK small businesses concerned about prolonged remote working
Small firms find the potential prospect of indefinite working from home a major challenge to future business
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Government investigates perceptions about data sharing of health and social care
A project has been launched to find out about citizen understanding around data uses, and how perception may have been affected after the Covid-19 outbreak
Fri Apr 17, 2020
HP ProBook 400 series additions aimed at SMBs, remote work
The new ProBooks -- the 445 GH and 455 G7 -- feature the latest AMD Ryzen 4000 chip processor and enhanced security features to enable remote work and aid small businesses.
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Amazon deletes employees’ calendar invites to Covid-19 event
Virtual panel organised by Amazon workers after the company fired multiple employees for protesting over work conditions
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Vast Data wows investors with 'flash everywhere' design
In the throes of economic uncertainty caused by a global pandemic, investors pour $100 million into startup that sells a million-dollar storage system, Vast Data Universal Storage.
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Coronavirus: Treasury set to announce startup rescue package
With pressure mounting to aid firms not covered by the existing coronavirus loan scheme, the government has been in talks with industry on how to get support to hard-hit startups
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Covid-19 will leave its legacy on global IT services
IT services buying and selling will go through a transformation during the coronavirus crisis
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Ofcom publishes technical data debunking 5G links to Covid-19
Ofcom makes latest response to the unfounded and dangerous fake news suggesting links between 5G networks and coronavirus
Fri Apr 17, 2020
New fast-launch tool aims at SAP on AWS deployments
SAP on AWS projects could get easier for customers with the release of a new fast-launch tool native to the public cloud platform. AWS' move aims to attract more of these valuable ERP workloads.
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Digital transformation projects face mixed fate in pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic and near-nationwide shutdown is causing organizations to reprioritize their IT projects, industry watchers said; more channel news from the week.
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Verizon to buy Zoom competitor BlueJeans
Verizon plans to acquire Zoom competitor BlueJeans for less than $500 million. The carrier wants to use the video conferencing technology to support telemedicine and remote learning.
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Ransomware attacks see 148% surge amid COVID-19
VMware Carbon Black saw a 148% increase in ransomware attacks in March over baseline levels in February, plus a massive spike in attacks on financial institutions.
Fri Apr 17, 2020
Cisco online certification tests are now available
Cisco online certification testing launched April 15. To prevent cheating, the Pearson VUE testing software commandeers the video cameras and microphones on candidates' home PCs.