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Wincanton bags exclusive rights to Zeus's freight tech in UK, Ireland
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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In a strategic shift, UK supply chain partner, Wincanton, acquires the exclusive rights to use Zeus' digital freight management solutions, strengthening a tech-driven approach.
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Doppelgänger: Russia's suspected influence operation targets Germany
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Doppelgänger, a suspected Russian influence operation targeting global audiences, has been under the watch of SentinelLabs and ClearSky Cyber Security since late 2023.
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Adjust’s Mobile App Trends 2024 unveils boost in global app installs
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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big data
Mobile app installs globally rose by 4% in 2023, marking a recovery in the industry and highlighting the potential for returns, according to a report by analytics firm Adjust and AppLovin.
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UK councils show worrying laxity in AI usage policies
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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FOI data reveal a 'shocking' laxity among UK councils in regulating workplace Artificial Intelligence (AI) usage, with three-quarters lacking usage policies and over a third permitting AI use without policy.
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Zühlke appoints Angela Bishop as new UK CEO
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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leadership
Zühlke appoints Angela Bishop, former UK MD for Industry Sector Practices, as new UK CEO with a focus on promoting diversity in the tech industry.
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Australia adopts pioneering standard for AI management
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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ai
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risk & compliance
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ethics
Standards Australia adopts AI management system standard AS ISO/IEC 42001:2023, marking a global first in addressing operational and ethical AI challenges.
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AI deepfake scams surge with celebrity voice cloning on social media
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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social media
Rise in advanced AI voice cloning scams impersonating celebrities like Oprah and Elon Musk on social media are duping victims in phoney giveaways, reveals security firm Bitdefender.
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Ping Identity leads in 2024 KuppingerCole Identity Fabrics report
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Ping Identity, lauded for its seamless digital experiences, earns 'Overall Leader' status in the 2024 KuppingerCole Leadership Compass for Identity Fabrics, and leads in Innovation, Product, and Market categories.
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Zoom's AI companion now supports multi-lingual team communication
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Zoom extends language support to its AI Companion for enhanced multilingual collaboration, enabling Team Chat in nine languages and Meetings in 36 languages.
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GCRE & Mavin Powercube partner for groundbreaking rail innovation site in Wales
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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The Global Centre of Rail Excellence (GCRE) teams up with Mavin Powercube to incorporate a customised Powercube into their South Wales rail innovation site.
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43% of enterprises investing in breakthrough GenAI technology, EY study reveals
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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EY's study confirms 43% of firms are investing in generative AI, placing it third in emerging technologies, with 80% developing proof-of-concept applications.
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Trend Micro dismantles major ransomware group LockBit
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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cybersecurity
Trend Micro collaborates with global law enforcement agents to disrupt major ransomware group, LockBit, responsible for a quarter of 2023's ransomware leaks amounting to billions of dollars.
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Kaspersky study: 40% of firms face shortage in cybersecurity hiring
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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network security
Over 40% of firms face a crippling lack of qualified cybersecurity professionals, contributing to heightened security risks, a new global study by Kaspersky exposes.
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Developer efficiency boosted by GitHub Copilot Enterprise availability
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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apm
GitHub unveils its AI tool, Copilot Enterprise, boosting developer efficiency by offering customised guidance throughout the software development process.
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DiDi Global adopts NICE's cloud-based WFM & EEM solutions
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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DiDi Global teams up with NICE for AI-driven Workforce Management and Employee Engagement solutions to optimise operations and boost employee satisfaction.
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Intel unveils AI-focused vPro platform for commercial use in 2024
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Intel introduces its new vPro platform, powered by Core Ultra processor, promising clients enhanced security, manageability and AI experiences; revolutionising business technology in 2024.
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Akamai extends Guardicore Segmentation to hybrid cloud environments
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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hybrid cloud
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devops
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cloud security
Akamai Technologies is set to enhance cloud security by extending Guardicore Segmentation to hybrid cloud environments, reducing attack opportunities and improving visibility into application behaviour.
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Rimini Street launches Rimini Custom to optimise business operations
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Rimini Street unveils Rimini Custom, a client-driven service aiming to extend the lifespan and increase the value of existing software, while simplifying the integration of new applications.
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The importance of cybersecurity training for software developers
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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it training
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advanced persistent threat protection
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software development
Advanced cyber threats rose over 200% in 2023, increasing the need for robust cybersecurity training within software development teams.
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AI, automation, and data proving: A potent mix for early adopters
Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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Businesses increasingly integrate AI and automation tools into their workflows, discovering practical benefits and maximising value by utilising the right AI tool, automation, and reliable data.