IT Brief UK - Technology news for CIOs & IT decision-makers

About Shannon

Shannon Williams mugshot photo
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.

Stories by Shannon - Page 74

Techday b1cd77ad6f7ce1f3ddc3
Vertel completes major network upgrade for Icon Water in ACT
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
#
smartphones
#
network infrastructure
#
encryption
Vertel completes major upgrade for Icon Water's network, debuting Airbus Agnet MCx in Australia for secure, 99.99% available communications.
Techday d38260adb76205ed7049
Rackspace launches new OpenStack solution for critical workloads
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
#
virtualisation
#
private cloud
#
open source
Rackspace Technology launches Rackspace OpenStack Enterprise, reaffirming commitment to open-source cloud solutions for secure, efficient, and scalable workloads.
Techday 53c0e8532fa9e6e88f28
AI viewed more favourably in leadership roles, survey finds
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
#
ai
#
cybersecurity
#
ar, vr & metaverse
A Kaspersky survey reveals growing trust in AI, with 34% viewing it as better than humans in leadership and 57% ready to use AI for daily task management.
Techday 007a0a9ae050c600b63d
Orbus Software & Unipart join forces to boost digital solutions
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
#
it training
#
supply chain
#
healthtech
Orbus Software and Unipart Consultancy form a new partnership to enhance digital transformation, utilising OrbusInfinity to provide live digital blueprints for diverse sectors.
Techday c48d63a9cbf5e9008eb9
UK CX leaders anticipate AI will redefine customer service
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
#
cx
#
martech
#
ai
Within the next three years, UK customer experience leaders foresee AI transforming CX, handling complex queries and potentially eliminating wait times.
Techday 2f6a4f943e620e1d906c
Oracle NetSuite glitch leaks data from thousands of websites
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
martech
#
cdp
#
api
Thousands of websites using Oracle NetSuite's SuiteCommerce may be leaking private customer information due to misconfigured access controls.
Techday 3378404543344e176a7d
Kaspersky outlines major cybersecurity challenges for 2024
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
malware
#
ransomware
#
it training
Kaspersky’s 2024 forecast warns of heightened cyber dangers: AI-driven attacks, ransomware-as-a-service, and iOS vulnerabilities through Operation Triangulation.
Techday 3a562d157c8b54dfc0f1
AppOmni unveils new threat detection features for SaaS security
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
saas
#
crm
#
mfa
AppOmni unveils advanced threat detection tools to enhance SaaS security. Key features include identity-centric analysis and a comprehensive SaaS Security Health Dashboard.
Techday d3c4007403a9bf5e2866
Zayo report shows dramatic rise in DDoS attacks across Europe
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
uc
#
ddos
#
ai
DDoS attacks surge 106% in six months, with average duration up 18%. Zayo highlights AI advances and geopolitical conflicts as key drivers.
Techday a524e50f47b901f0ddf2
Yondr Group gains approval for new data centre in Slough
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
cleantech
#
sustainability
#
pue
Yondr Group wins approval for a third data centre on its London campus in Slough. It aims for a 100+MW capacity and eco-friendly features.
Techday 15a338d6cd9f5818e507
Abnormal sees 350% uptick in phishing via file-sharing sites
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
phishing
#
email security
#
cybersecurity
Abnormal Security’s latest report reveals a staggering 350% surge in file-sharing phishing attacks exploiting trusted domains.
Techday 8ee1b2e08dd51c0dba2d
Sophos launches customer success initiative to boost support
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
firewalls
#
ransomware
#
network security
Sophos unveils Customer Success initiative to streamline support, offering security resources and educational tools to elevate cybersecurity.
Techday 6eeb5fa72929f2c2b57b
ViCyber offers affordable cyber solutions to Australian SMEs
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
ransomware
#
cybersecurity
#
healthtech
ViCyber offers SMEs affordable, automated cyber solutions amid stricter regulations and rising cyber threat costs, aiming to prevent substantial losses.
Techday 1937632a9006788af765
Endor Labs unveils tools to enhance OSS security efforts
Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
application security
#
open source
#
black hat
Endor Labs unveiled Upgrade Impact Analysis and Endor Magic Patches at Black Hat, offering new tools to tackle OSS security risks and accelerate vulnerability remediation.
Techday c56a867a831e2b66d972
Rising deepfake threats prompt surge in biometric defences
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
#
ransomware
#
phishing
#
advanced persistent threat protection
Deepfake threats are on the rise, with 47% of firms encountering attacks; 75% are employing biometric defences, while 62% fear current measures are inadequate.
Techday 334945c6ca91a26b37ae
Study reveals Australian drivers' tech hesitations
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
#
cartech
#
llms
#
ai
Australian drivers are wary of new vehicle tech, with 44% uneasy about autonomous driving and 36% anxious over data collection.
Techday 97082ead6573622ec03d
New CSA guide addresses securing LLM-backed software systems
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
#
cloud security
#
llms
#
cloud security alliance
The Cloud Security Alliance releases critical guidance for secure integration of Large Language Models, addressing unique risks and design principles.
Techday 69dfd47461248b06eaea
UK boards lack trust in executives, focus on cybersecurity
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
#
dei
#
ai
#
cybersecurity
Heidrick and Struggles’ 2024 Board Monitor Report reveals a lack of trust between UK boards and executives, with 22% of respondents noting distrust concerns.
Techday c4cb7f7e9c0f1e208eac
Iceland launches IceCloud for eco-friendly cloud solutions
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
#
dr
#
dei
#
power / energy
IceCloud Integrated Services launches in Iceland, offering renewable energy-powered cloud solutions through a new collaboration.
Techday 284625f9b6924b75d004
Microsoft tackles 88 vulnerabilities in latest Patch Tuesday update
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
#
martech
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
agentic ai
Microsoft patched 88 security flaws in October's Patch Tuesday, including seven critical and ten zero-day vulnerabilities.