IT professionals stories - Page 4
Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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outsourcing
A mere 4% of public sector IT professionals believe graduates are fit for real-world roles, revealing a stark skills gap affecting project delivery.
AI plans to drive UK growth as public embraces technology
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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cartech
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genai
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled plans to harness AI for growth across the UK, citing its potential to enhance public services and daily life.
IT leaders advocate for stricter email authentication rules
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
A recent study by EasyDMARC reveals that 87% of IT leaders support expanding email authentication to tackle phishing and spam, following Google's and Yahoo's earlier mandates.
Remote workers logging longer hours than office peers
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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productivity
A report by Cloudbrink reveals that remote workers log longer hours than office employees, challenging productivity misconceptions in hybrid work environments.
AI threats top concern for UK SMEs' cybersecurity in 2025
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
A study by Six Degrees reveals AI-generated attacks are the top cybersecurity worry for 35% of UK SMEs heading into 2025, eclipsing traditional threats.
Zyxel Networks launches AI-driven security tool SecuPilot
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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firewalls
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data analytics
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network security
Zyxel Networks unveils SecuPilot, an AI assistant designed to help IT professionals swiftly tackle security threats amid complex data challenges.
New malware CookiePlus targets nuclear sector workers
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Kaspersky has unveiled CookiePlus, a malware from North Korean hackers Lazarus, targeting nuclear and defence sectors amid threats of data theft.
Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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dr
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The Cloud Security Alliance's new report reveals that 78% of financial institutions use single-cloud systems, emphasising resilience amid rising cyber threats.
Businesses struggle with IT security, Kaspersky reports
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
A recent Kaspersky report reveals 38% of businesses struggle with IT security, facing downtime and productivity losses amid evolving cyber threats.
Public sector IT faces budgetary hurdles, says survey
Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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solarwinds
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it budget
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it professionals
A recent SolarWinds survey reveals that only 18% of public sector IT professionals believe their budgets meet their needs, intensifying financial strains globally.
IT pros face challenges with AI in app development by 2025
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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application security
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lcnc
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genai
OutSystems' 2025 report reveals 88% of IT professionals are exploring generative AI for app development, amid concerns over security and integration challenges.
New study highlights challenges in ITDR adoption by firms
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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it professionals
A Quest Software study reveals 84% of firms engaging in Identity Threat Detection and Response see benefits, despite facing significant implementation challenges.
KnowBe4 launches AI agents to boost cyber risk management
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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genai
KnowBe4 has launched its AIDA suite of AI security agents, designed to improve human risk management and combat evolving cybersecurity threats.
SolarWinds survey reveals widening IT skills gap concerns
Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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it industry
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outsourcing
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solarwinds
A recent SolarWinds survey reveals 41% of IT professionals are struggling to find qualified candidates, highlighting a significant skills gap in the industry.
Kaseya survey finds human behaviour a top cyber threat
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
Kaseya's 2024 Cybersecurity Survey reveals human behaviour as the top concern for IT professionals, affecting 89% of respondents amid rising cyber threats.
Expel to create 50 remote cybersecurity jobs in Ireland
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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government
Expel plans to establish a fully remote workforce in Ireland, creating 50 cybersecurity jobs over the next three years, supported by IDA Ireland.
UK faces significant IT skills shortage reveals new report
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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edge computing
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partner programmes
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ai
Hyve Managed Hosting's 2024 report reveals a severe skills shortage in the UK's IT sector, impacting 81% of businesses amid rapid technological advancement.
Deepfake threat worries 94% of IT professionals, report finds
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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data protection
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
A report from IRONSCALES reveals that over 94% of IT professionals are concerned about deepfake technologies threatening cybersecurity amid a pivotal election year.
Research shows workplace AI use outpaces security measures
Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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vpns
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mfa
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data privacy
Ivanti's report reveals a disconnect as 81% of employees using Gen AI lack training, raising security concerns; only 13% of security pros prioritise user experience.
UiPath report reveals 90% of automation pros adopting AI
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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it automation
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ai
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education, learning & training
A recent report from UiPath reveals that 90% of automation professionals are now integrating AI into their workflows, driven by a surge in productivity.