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NetOps has become fundamental to network management, yet training efforts are lacking
Nearly two-thirds (64%) of network managers, network architects, and network engineers said their organizations have hired dedicated network automation engineers to transition …

Confidence that quantum computers will solve major problems has soared
Confidence that quantum computers will solve major problems that are beyond the reach of traditional computers—a milestone known as quantum advantage—has grown fast in the …

Week in review: Verifiable credentials, API security, how to develop a skilled cybersecurity team
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, interviews and articles: Ransomware can penetrate quickly, significantly damaging an organization …

Why isn’t cloud backup part of common security practices?
The threat of ransomware is omnipresent, and the tactics deployed by cybercriminals are constantly evolving to wreak as much havoc as possible. Recent attacks like the one on …

Engaging with governments is a data security priority
Global tax systems are responsible for handling and storing vast amounts of data. Whether it’s details of a supplier’s transactions with its customers, or personal financial …

What should IT leaders look for in an SD-WAN solution?
The phrase “game-changing” has become almost overused in recent years, particularly in the world of tech. To an extent, this reflects the degree of constant innovation taking …

Curious to see how healthcare cybersecurity fared this year?
Most hospitals critically lack the ability to secure their supply chain systems, according to CynergisTek. In a new report, CynergisTek reviewed just under 100 assessments of …

Most marketers support federal consumer privacy protections
Kubient conducted a survey of marketing and advertising professionals to provide a snapshot of industry perspectives on increasing privacy regulations, including the …

Cloud and security are top priorities for MSPs
Datto announced the release of the fifth annual Global State of the MSP Report. Based on an independent survey of more than 1,800 MSPs worldwide, the report reflects how MSPs …

Employees want more AI in the workplace to improve productivity and decision making
81% of employees believe AI improves their overall performance at work, according to SnapLogic. As a result, more than two thirds (68%) are calling on their employers to …

Average total cost of a data breach increased by nearly 10% year over year
Data breaches now cost companies a total of $4.24 million per incident on average, according to the Cost of a Data Breach Report, conducted by Ponemon Institute and analyzed …

Ransomware can penetrate quickly, significantly damaging an organization
Cloudian issued its 2021 Ransomware Victims Report, based on an independent survey of 200 IT decision makers whose organizations experienced a ransomware attack between 2019 …
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