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Lantronix & Aerora partner to advance AI-powered drone systems

Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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Lantronix and Aerora have teamed up to advance AI-powered drone systems, combining Edge AI tech to enhance navigation, imaging and real-time decision-making.
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Softonic sees surge in wellness app downloads during April

Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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Softonic reports a surge in downloads of stress-relief apps during Stress Awareness Month, with wellness tools now doubling on its platform in a year.
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62% of payment firms risk non-compliance with new payments regulations

Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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According to research by EasyDMARC, 62% of payment-handling businesses risk failing PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance due to delays in implementing the vital DMARC protocol.
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Databricks launches new tools to transition AI to production

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Databricks has launched new tools to assist enterprises in transitioning AI agents from pilot programs to full production, enhancing governance and accuracy.
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Kaspersky launches courses to strengthen cyber skills

Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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Kaspersky has unveiled three new courses aimed at bolstering cybersecurity skills through its Automated Security Awareness Platform, addressing rising cyber threats.
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Cybersecurity month highlights AI & proactive measures

Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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As Cybersecurity Awareness Month kicks off, experts stress the urgency of adopting robust cyber defence strategies amid rising digital threats.
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Exclusive: Bugcrowd's Nick McKenzie discusses the evolving role of CISOs

Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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Bugcrowd's CISO has shared insights into how the role of Chief Information Security Officers is evolving amidst growing cybersecurity challenges.
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Organisations urged to take a proactive approach to ransomware threats

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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With July designated Ransomware Awareness Month, organisations are urged to understand ransomware threats and adopt proactive strategies for better cyber resilience.
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Safeguarding businesses against deepfake threats to employees

Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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As deepfake technology proliferates, businesses must safeguard employees against emerging scams, highlighted by a recent US$25 million fraud case in Hong Kong.
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GitHub unveils new initiatives for Global Accessibility Day

Fri, 17th May 2024
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GitHub launches innovative accessibility initiatives, led by their first Head of Accessibility, Ed Summers, to enhance inclusivity for over 100 million developers.
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Unearthing mining's data and AI potential: Why It's overlooked and how to start

Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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Despite the proven benefits, the untapped potential of data and AI within the mining industry remains overlooked due to traditional mindset, uncertain ROI and a lack of skills and expertise.
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New CIC Tech Channel Ambassadors targets IT skills gap

Tue, 9th Apr 2024
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Tech Channel Ambassadors strives to boost the UK IT industry's profile and inclusivity, targeting recruitment of 100,000 diverse individuals.
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XPO Logistics launches training for neurodiversity champions

Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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XPO Logistics fosters inclusivity by offering training for 'neurodiversity champions', part of a drive to better understand neurodiversity and create a more welcoming work environment.
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Leaked secrets on GitHub rose by 28% in 2023, report reveals

Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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The 2024 State of Secrets Sprawl report reveals a 28% rise in new secret occurrences leaked on GitHub in 2023, exposing a significant security gap and putting various sectors at risk.
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IWD 2024: Fostering an unconditionally inclusive culture globally

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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The global push for an unconditionally inclusive culture is underlined, spotlighting the critical roles tech industries play in promoting diversity and gender equality.
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REGnosys & WISE partner to tackle gender inequality in tech sector

Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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REGnosys partners WISE, a social enterprise, to combat gender inequality in technology by improving young women's awareness of STEM careers and amplifying female role models in the sector.
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ScarCruft's evolving tactics analysed by SentinelLabs

Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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Suspected North Korean threat group ScarCruft is reportedly targeting South Korean entities and experts on North Korean affairs, reveals a new study.
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Norton's new app, Norton Genie, fights cyber scams with Dan Levy

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Amid growing cyber scams, Norton introduces its leading scam detection app, Norton Genie, developed in collaboration with Emmy award-winning creator, Dan Levy, to help users identify and avoid online scams.
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UK landline digital switchover summons connectivity fears

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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UK landline switchover to digital could jeopardise safety of 95% of those over 65, according to disability and elderly advocacy groups urging for delay until 2030.
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Integral Ad Science launches Quality Attention measurement tool

Fri, 5th Jan 2024
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Integral Ad Science introduces the Quality Attention measurement tool, utilising AI, eye-tracking and media quality assessment, to optimise advertisement performance and attention capture.