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How U.S. tariffs are reshaping the tech landscape
The Trump Administration's tariffs levy a minimum 10% tax on global imports, heavily affecting tech industry supply chains.
Short-form video alternatives to TikTok
TikTok wasn't the first of its kind, and it won't be the last. Check out these alternatives if you're looking for a new platform with similar features.
ESG vs. CSR vs. sustainability: What's the difference?
Environmental, social and governance and corporate social responsibility are related but different concepts that can be combined to boost corporate sustainability.
Screening resumes: A how-to guide for hiring managers
Modern job hunters are using AI and flooding portals with resumes, so hiring managers need to filter through the pile intelligently and without bias to find the best candidates.
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What is risk management? Importance, benefits and guide
Risk management is the process of identifying, assessing and controlling threats to an organization's capital, operations and financial performance.
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Enterprise cybersecurity: A strategic guide for CISOs
CISOs and others responsible for safeguarding an organization's systems, networks and data need to manage day-to-day threats while also planning strategically for what's ahead.
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AI in healthcare: A guide to improving patient care with AI
AI is permeating critical healthcare practices, from interpreting mammograms to discovering life-saving drugs, while surgically transforming hospital workflows.
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What is quantum computing? How it works and examples
Quantum computing is an emerging area of computer science focused on building computers based on the principles of quantum theory to dramatically increase computation speeds.
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What is ransomware? Definition and complete guide
Ransomware is malware that locks and encrypts a victim's data, files, devices or systems, rendering them inaccessible and unusable until the attacker receives a ransom payment.
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What is IT automation? A complete guide for IT teams
IT automation is the use of instructions to create a clear, consistent and repeatable process that replaces an IT professional's manual work in data centers and cloud deployments.
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What are virtual agents and how are they being used?
A virtual agent is an AI-powered software application or service that interacts with humans or other digital systems in a human-like manner, most often using natural language. See More.
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72% of hacked healthcare orgs report patient care disruptions
Survey respondents reported longer patient stays and disruptions to care as a result of cyberattacks.
AstraZeneca joins Pfizer in most-favored nation pricing program
AstraZeneca joins Pfizer in the White House's most favored nation drug pricing program, expanding TrumpRx's reach but raising questions about ...
NetApp adds cyber resilience to primary storage
NetApp's new Ransomware Resilience service and expanded partnerships with public cloud providers further highlight its widening focus beyond data ...
Oracle launches new platform to streamline AI development
The suite, which combines capabilities from OCI and other platforms, will help Oracle compete with rivals providing similar feature sets for building...