Opinion stories - Page 270
Is your network protected? Cyber crime in the age of information
Fri, 27th Jan 2017
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Within the last four years, online security and data breaches have grown increasingly threatening, compromising big name companies.
Stopping the Ransomware of Things in its path
Fri, 27th Jan 2017
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
To stop the IoT becoming home to the RoT, a number of things need to happen; in two different spheres of human activity.
Apple issues security patches for…just about everything
Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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cybersecurity
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google
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apple
Apple rolls out sweeping security updates, plugging flaws in everything from iOS to iCloud. Users urged to patch swiftly.
Secure SD-WAN - how does that work?
Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
IT professionals, especially those involved in telecommunications, should always beware of anything that's connected to the internet.
Cloud marketplaces: The death knell for resellers?
Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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microsoft
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cloud services
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resellers
There will be less need for middlemen, resellers in particular. Cloud platforms and marketplaces eliminate geographical issues...
Retail CIOs must help unify execution of customer-facing processes
Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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opinion
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analyst report
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retail
In this new business environment, the role of the CIO as a trusted advisor to the business, in particular to the CEO, is more relevant than ever.
Cyber insurance is only part of the overall security equation
Tue, 24th Jan 2017
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cybersecurity insurance
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Latest statistics show that more than 28 billion people will be connected to the Internet of Things in 2017, rising to 34 billion-plus next year.
Artificial intelligence: IBM and Microsoft CEOs talk about 'new collar' jobs
Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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ai
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software development
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microsoft
IBM CEO Ginni Rometty and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella discussed the impact of AI on jobs at the World Economic Forum.
8 tech changes to shake up the transportation industry in 2017
Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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fleet management
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Sweeping tech innovations poised to revolutionise transport in 2017, from autonomous vehicle advances to enhanced safety protocols.
CommScope's predictions for 2017 trends in the enterprise
Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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sdn
With changes and uncertainty in the global landscape, 2017 could be the year of massive change as businesses loosen their purse strings and invest.
The chatbot comeback – is your business ready?
Thu, 19th Jan 2017
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uc
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martech
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agentic ai
Despite being born in 2011, it has only been in the last couple of years that businesses have begun to realise how valuable chatbots could be.
Toontastic 3D: a playful storytelling app for kids
Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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google
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opinion
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google for education
Today's digital devices and tools offer amazing opportunities for kids to imagine, invent and explore with technology.
Palo Alto Networks: Second wave of Shamoon 2 attacks identified
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
This latest attack materially impacts one of the primary countermeasures employed against wiper attacks: Virtual Desktop Interface snapshots.
Beware! New WhatsApp scam offering “free internet without Wi-Fi”
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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email security
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
WhatsApp keeps on increasing, with deceptive campaigns coming up with with novel ways of luring in victims. Today we will show you a new example.
Why becoming part of the 'Republic of Digital' will increase your profitability
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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uc
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contact centre
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cognizant
The global impact of digital transformation is estimated at $20 trillion, creating the 'Republic of Digital' valued at $6.6 trillion.
Exec commentary: Don't miss an opportunity - dive into Innovation's deep end
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
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squiz
AI & VR are by far this year's on-trend acronyms. But despite being swept up in the hype, Australian business leaders are still hesitant to adopt.
New WhatsApp scam offering free internet without Wi-Fi
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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email security
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
Beware the latest WhatsApp scam: promises of free internet sans Wi-Fi entice users, but the magic on offer is just cyber trickery.
How to stop your cloud costs from rocketing in 2017
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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cloud services
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opinion
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stax
We all know the benefits of cloud, in reducing upfront costs, potentially reducing ongoing costs and improving the rate of innovation.
Exclusive - IoT: Are we deaf to the machines?
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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data analytics
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martech
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iot
From the devices in our homes, our cars, our work and even to the devices we wear, they are all talking - why are we wasting this useful information?.
How wearable technology is expanding beyond fitness
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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healthtech
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fitness
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ovum
Wearable tech leaps beyond the gym, dazzling at CES with smart attire for fashionistas, game-changing gadgets for parents and innovative health aids.