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Digicert ONE now available via Microsoft Azure Marketplace
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DigiCert has launched its ONE solutions on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, enhancing digital trust management for customers and streamlining procurement.
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Proto unveils AI-powered holographic conversational agents
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Proto has unveiled the first autonomous AI-powered holographic conversational agents at AWS re:Invent, showcasing groundbreaking multi-agent AI technology.
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Replikant Chat launches on Steam Early Access platform
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REPLIKANT has launched REPLIKANT Chat on Steam Early Access, offering users immersive conversations with 3D AI characters that evolve over time.
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M Group Services appoints Archie Norman as new Chairman
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M Group Services has appointed Archie Norman as its new non-executive Chairman, bringing extensive experience from major British corporations.
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Responsible AI starts with transparency
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Enterprise AI is hampered by a lack of transparency, as firms struggle to trust models that don't explain their outcomes before competitors leap ahead.
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Equinix & Dell collaborate to launch private AI solution
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Equinix and Dell Technologies are launching a private AI solution to help enterprises securely train AI models across clouds, utilising cutting-edge technology.
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Free AI & cyber courses launched to close skills gap
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The Open University and the Institute of Coding have introduced free AI and cyber courses for over 6,000 young adults in the UK to bridge the digital skills gap.
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Keepit secures $50 million to boost global expansion
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Keepit has secured $50 million in funding to bolster global expansion and innovate its data protection services, raising total funds to $90 million.
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Report reveals strategies for Wi-Fi & Private 5G merger
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The Wireless Broadband Alliance has unveiled a report on integrating Private 5G and Wi-Fi, aiming to enhance enterprise network management and cut costs.
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ReliaQuest reveals increase in malware via fake CAPTCHA pages
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ReliaQuest's new report reveals a surge in fake CAPTCHA pages used for malware distribution, with incidents nearly doubling from September to December 2024.
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Thales forecasts cybersecurity trends reshaping 2025 landscape
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Thales forecasts key cybersecurity trends for 2025, pinpointing risks like intellectual property loss and increased attacks on critical infrastructure.
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Businesses face $2.58 million in losses per hour from bots
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Cequence warns businesses could face average losses of USD $2.58 million per hour this December due to surging malicious bot traffic and fraud.
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Ironscales unveils Autopilot to boost AI email security
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IRONSCALES has launched its Winter 2024 Release, introducing AI-driven features to bolster email security against advanced phishing threats.
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Radware strengthens AI security for top Italian bank
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Radware is boosting its AI-driven security services for one of Italy's top five banks, aiming to combat rising cyber threats and comply with EU regulations.
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Check Point named leader in Gartner email security 2024
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Check Point Software Technologies has been recognised as a leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Email Security Platforms, solidifying its position in cyber defence.
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Vectra AI leads in 2024 IDC report on network detection
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Vectra AI has been named a leader in the 2024 IDC MarketScape assessment for its exceptional network detection and response capabilities.
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TechWorks unveils strategy to boost UK semiconductor sector
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TechWorks has unveiled a strategic report aimed at revitalising the UK semiconductor industry, targeting USD $100 billion in value over ten years.
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Nottingham University partners with Explorance to analyse data
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The University of Nottingham has teamed up with Explorance MLY to enhance student survey data analysis, aiming to elevate educational outcomes and satisfaction.
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ISACA report highlights gender gap in IT sector efforts
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A recent ISACA report reveals only 41% of IT firms are boosting female recruitment, despite 87% recognising a significant gender representation issue.
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Trend Micro warns of AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
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Trend Micro's 2025 predictions report warns of AI-driven cyber threats, highlighting risks from digital twins and deepfake technologies that could enable identity fraud.