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Salesforce industry cloud flaws put sensitive data at global risk

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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Security flaws in Salesforce industry clouds risk exposing sensitive data worldwide, with over 20 issues found affecting thousands of organisations' information.
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SMBs overestimate cyber readiness as tools & AI uptake lag

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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A global survey reveals 71% of SMBs feel cyber ready, yet only 22% use advanced defences, exposing a risky gap in actual security measures worldwide.
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NTT DATA named advisory partner for Plug & Play AI hubs

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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NTT DATA is the exclusive advisory partner for Plug and Play's AI Centres of Excellence across North America, supporting startups and corporates with AI innovation.
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Email still vital for business despite messaging app surge

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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Despite instant messaging growth, 48% of IT leaders say email remains the top channel for vital business communications worldwide.
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GenAI surge boosts productivity but raises security concerns

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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network security
Generative AI use in businesses surged 890% in 2024, boosting productivity but doubling security incidents and raising serious data risks.
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Pax8 launches AI initiatives & rewards to boost MSP growth

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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data analytics
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ai
Pax8 launches new AI initiatives, including a research report, learning programme, marketplace upgrades, and rewards to accelerate MSP growth in SMB transformation.
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Basic security controls could prevent most major data breaches

Sun, 8th Jun 2025
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ransomware
Basic cyber security controls could prevent the majority of major data breaches, says analysis of UK and Australian data affecting tens of millions annually.
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Cloudera joins AI-RAN Alliance to boost telecom AI networks

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
Cloudera has joined the AI-RAN Alliance to advance AI integration in telecom networks, enhancing real-time data and edge AI capabilities across next-gen infrastructure.
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Rapid7 Q1 2025 incident response findings

Thu, 5th Jun 2025
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malware
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ransomware
Rapid7's Q1 2025 report reveals stolen credentials without MFA cause 56% of breaches, while manufacturing faces the highest threat from ransomware attacks.
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Rob Tomlin promoted to lead Northern Europe at Exclusive Networks

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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breach prevention
Rob Tomlin has been promoted to Regional Vice President for Northern Europe at Exclusive Networks, expanding his leadership across the Nordics, Benelux, and Baltics.
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Siemens unveils SysML v2 modeler to boost systems engineering

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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software development
Siemens launches Systems Modeler for SysML v2, a web-based tool boosting collaborative engineering across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
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Gallagher Security secures ISO 27001:2022 recertification for ISMS

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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data protection
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physical security
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risk & compliance
Gallagher Security has achieved recertification to ISO 27001:2022, demonstrating its commitment to advanced information security management and risk mitigation.
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Apricorn, Every Child Online to boost safe tech donations

Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
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data protection
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digital divide
Apricorn partners with Every Child Online to enhance secure tech donations, aiming to bridge the UK's digital divide for disadvantaged youth and families.
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ExtensionPedia launches with risk scores for 200K browser add-ons

Thu, 29th May 2025
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data protection
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LayerX Security launches ExtensionPedia, offering detailed risk scores for 200,000+ browser add-ons across Chrome, Edge, and Firefox to enhance user security.
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Seventy-four percent of asset tracking projects deliver ROI

Thu, 29th May 2025
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digital transformation
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cloud services
Research reveals 74% of asset tracking projects deliver expected ROI, with vendor support and system integration key for user satisfaction in various sectors.
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KnowBe4 ranked 51st on 2025 list of most loved workplaces

Thu, 29th May 2025
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KnowBe4 ranks 51st on Newsweek's 2025 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces, praised for employee trust, respect and engagement worldwide.
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Sustenic & Quidos to build core engine for Home Energy Model

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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net zero
Sustenic and Quidos will develop the UK government's Home Energy Model engine to improve energy performance assessments of residential buildings, aiding net zero goals.
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Red Hat launches Advanced Developer Suite with focus on AI

Wed, 21st May 2025
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application security
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devsecops
Red Hat launches Advanced Developer Suite on OpenShift, enhancing developer productivity, AI integration, and application security with new tools and templates.
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Temu joins global council to step up fight against online fakes

Wed, 21st May 2025
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payment technologies
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paypal
Temu has joined the International Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition's Marketplace Advisory Council to strengthen efforts against online counterfeit goods.
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10 brings AI & post-quantum security

Wed, 21st May 2025
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Red Hat launches Enterprise Linux 10, featuring AI integration, enhanced security with post-quantum cryptography, and hybrid cloud support for enterprises.