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Human error is the top cyber threat, according to CTOs
Ransomware

Human error is the top cyber threat, according to CTOs

Human error is regarded as the most significant cyber threat by 59% of Chief Technology Officers, despite high adoption of security measures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Feb 2024
Salesforce introduces Einstein Copilot, a customisable AI assistant
Customer Relationship Management

Salesforce introduces Einstein Copilot, a customisable AI assistant

Salesforce unveils public beta for Einstein Copilot, a customisable AI assistant set to revolutionise customer relationship management by utilising company-specific data securely.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Singapore's Geniebook recognised in top 150 digital learning companies
EduTech

Singapore's Geniebook recognised in top 150 digital learning companies

Singapore-based EdTech company, Geniebook, has been recognised in the GSV 150: Top Growth Companies in Digital Learning and Workforce Skills 2024, being the only entity from Southeast Asia to make the list.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Australia adopts pioneering standard for AI management
Risk & Compliance

Australia adopts pioneering standard for AI management

Standards Australia adopts AI management system standard AS ISO/IEC 42001:2023, marking a global first in addressing operational and ethical AI challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Kaspersky study: 40% of firms face shortage in cybersecurity hiring
Firewalls

Kaspersky study: 40% of firms face shortage in cybersecurity hiring

Over 40% of firms face a crippling lack of qualified cybersecurity professionals, contributing to heightened security risks, a new global study by Kaspersky exposes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
DiDi Global adopts NICE's cloud-based WFM & EEM solutions
Unified Communications

DiDi Global adopts NICE's cloud-based WFM & EEM solutions

DiDi Global teams up with NICE for AI-driven Workforce Management and Employee Engagement solutions to optimise operations and boost employee satisfaction.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Akamai extends Guardicore Segmentation to hybrid cloud environments
DevOps

Akamai extends Guardicore Segmentation to hybrid cloud environments

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.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Rimini Street launches Rimini Custom to optimise business operations
Data Analytics

Rimini Street launches Rimini Custom to optimise business operations

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.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
The importance of cybersecurity training for software developers
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

The importance of cybersecurity training for software developers

Advanced cyber threats rose over 200% in 2023, increasing the need for robust cybersecurity training within software development teams.

By Matias Madou • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
CFOs take active role in GenAI strategy development
Generative AI

CFOs take active role in GenAI strategy development

34% of CFOs are actively developing generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) strategies in their corporations, according to a new survey by Gartner.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Finastra partners with UNITAS to boost digital transformation in South Korea
Digital Transformation

Finastra partners with UNITAS to boost digital transformation in South Korea

Finastra partners with South Korean risk and compliance firm UNITAS to drive digital transformation in local banking operations, tapping into UNITAS's expertise and Finastra's advanced treasury system.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Teranode testing launches, promising blockchain revolution
High Performance Computing

Teranode testing launches, promising blockchain revolution

BSV Association commences testing of blockchain breakthrough, Teranode, designed to underpin 1.1 million TPS and redefine financial transactions and data privacy.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Jersey Telecom acquires Spectrum to boost global online payment security
Physical Security

Jersey Telecom acquires Spectrum to boost global online payment security

Jersey Telecom's acquisition of Australian tech company Spectrum bolsters the fight against online payment fraud, reinforcing security on a global scale.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Exclusive: Tenable highlights the importance of a company's attack surface
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Tenable highlights the importance of a company's attack surface

Tenable's SVP of Product, Jason Merrick, emphasises the criticality of comprehensive cyber attack surface understanding amid accelerating digital transformations and increasing cyber threats.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
A digital revolution in animal conservation
Health Technologies

A digital revolution in animal conservation

United Nations World Wildlife Day highlights the crucial role of digital innovation in enhancing animal conservation efforts, as demonstrated by IAR's partner YIARI's forest protection project in Indonesia.

By Gavin Bruce • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Anthology launches AI policy framework for universities
EduTech

Anthology launches AI policy framework for universities

Education solutions firm Anthology unveils an AI Policy Framework to aid higher education institutes in the ethical use of artificial intelligence, with principles drawn from international standards.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Must read report by Sitecore & Deloitte unveils power of collaboration
Unified Communications

Must read report by Sitecore & Deloitte unveils power of collaboration

Sitecore and Deloitte Access Economics' report reveals that enhanced inter-departmental collaboration could unlock significant revenue growth and innovation despite recognised challenges.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2024
Change fatigue risk to finance employee performance, warns Gartner
Human Capital Management

Change fatigue risk to finance employee performance, warns Gartner

'Change fatigue', a risk to employee performance, is on the rise amongst finance staff, warns global research firm Gartner, emphasising disruptions over volume as the primary cause.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2024
Microsoft AI in healthcare: From data interpretation to tailored training
Data Analytics

Microsoft AI in healthcare: From data interpretation to tailored training

AI advancements, with companies like Volpara and Techion leading the charge, are revolutionising the healthcare industry, promising unprecedented capabilities and potentially triggering a transformation as significant as the discovery of penicillin.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2024