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Siemens Smart Infrastructure has expanded its Siemens Xcelerator partner ecosystem with the addition of the AI-driven field service and asset management suite from IFS, the world’s pioneering provider of industrial AI and enterprise software for companies that manage complex assets, operations, and service-focused activities. SaaS solution The powerful SaaS solution includes AI-enabled asset monitoring and a scheduling and optimisation engine that enables increased resource utilisation a...

In harsh, disconnected, or mobile environments like disaster zones, remote research stations, or long-haul trucking operations, organisations face significant challenges in providing computing capabilities. Previously, organisations with mission-critical workloads lacked access to important cloud and AI capabilities when in demanding edge environments, including those that present unique challenges and requirements. Cloud and AI capabilities Google Cloud is excited to announce the general ava...

Cloudbrink has expanded its personal SASE service with Internet security features that allow all classes of applications to be managed on one platform under a single policy for work-from-anywhere (WFA) users. With the addition of Internet security controls, Cloudbrink now supports single-policy management of web, SaaS and private enterprise applications from a single lightweight app running on the user’s device. Cloudbrink’s Internet security A single agent for both ZTNA and SWG s...

Black Kite, the pioneer in third-party cyber risk intelligence, announced that it has integrated the European Union (EU) Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) framework into the Black Kite Platform. The regulations, which go into effect on January 17, 2025, are designed to improve resilience and cybersecurity posture in organisations operating in the financial sector. Third-party data breaches The financial industry is one of the most highly targeted industries for cyber attacks due to t...

Alibaba Cloud, the digital technology and intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, has announced that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) will deploy its data-driven sustainability solution – Energy Expert – to help measure and analyse the electricity consumption at the competition venues of the forthcoming Olympic Games Paris 2024 ('Paris 2024'). Cloud-based platform By migrating the intelligence related to the power consumption and demand of the competition venues to the clo...

Acronis, a global pioneer in cybersecurity and data protection, is pleased to announce that its flagship product, Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office, is reverting to its original name, Acronis True Image, with the new version release. Performance and cybersecurity Users across the globe can experience the latest release of Acronis True Image, featuring enhanced performance and cybersecurity capabilities to meet today’s cybersecurity challenges.   Introduced in 2003, Acronis Tru...

Whilst the transformative capabilities of AI have captured the global consciousness, the sustainability of its usage is one such topic that has been slow to attract attention. Due to the intense computational power needed to run and train AI models, the energy consumption of these computers is immense, with one study by Cornell University showing that training some models, such as GPT-3, burned up to 500 metric tons of CO2, comparable to a coal power plant running for 10 hours. AI-powered ph...

Cubbit, the first geo-distributed cloud storage enabler announced the closing of its $12.5M funding round. With this new funding, the company will enable European Service Providers and Companies to take back full independence and control over their data, infrastructures, and costs. Data security challenges More than 180 billion Terabytes of data will be produced in 2025, and 75% of this will be created and processed at the edge. This explosive growth raises data orchestration complexity, cybe...

For a variety of malicious threat actors operating in and out of cyberspace, prominent events with large audiences, such as sporting events and elections, are prime targets for attack. Cyberthreats to Paris With the Paris Olympics approaching, WithSecure™ (formerly F-Secure Business) has issued an evaluation report, "Olympics – Cyber Threats to Paris 2024", to alert businesses, organisations, and the general public to the cyber threats facing the Paris 2024 Olympics.  This r...

LenelS2, a global pioneer in advanced physical security solutions, has announced the launch of OnGuard® Cloud, a managed service leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver the feature-rich OnGuard access control system in the cloud.  OnGuard Cloud allows organisations to focus on their security operations by eliminating the IT burden of managing and maintaining their OnGuard software and servers, all while maintaining control over their unique environment configurations. Lene...

Darktrace, a pioneer in cybersecurity AI, has released its UK State of AI Cybersecurity Report, which surveyed over 200 security pioneers and practitioners across a broad array of industries. The research asked security pioneers their thoughts on the threats facing their businesses following the widespread adoption of AI, which has increased the speed, sophistication, and success of cyber attacks. Report findings Almost three-quarters (71%) of businesses are already seeing AI-powered cyber th...

Progress, the trusted provider of AI-powered infrastructure software, announced new and powerful enhancements in the latest release of Progress® LoadMaster® 360, its cloud-based unified application delivery platform. These enhancements help organisations protect their web applications against increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks and provide customers with an optimal application experience. With the release, Progress provides customers with an e...

Datadobi, a global pioneer in Hybrid Cloud Data Services announced the appointment of Denise Natali to the position of Vice President of Americas Sales. In this newly created position, Natali will report directly to CRO and Co-Founder Michael Jack and be responsible for developing and executing revenue growth strategies, growing and leading Datadobi’s high-performance sales team, and ensuring Datadobi customers remain the most highly satisfied across the industry.  Denise Natali Na...

There is much discussion amongst telecommunications companies about the automation journey of networks, and rightly so because artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and pressure on carriers to increase margins from connectivity whilst protecting prices, are proving powerful agents for change in their market. Impact of hybrid connectivity However, there’s one other development that is not receiving enough attention, and that’s the impact of hybrid connectivity - the b...

AI in video surveillance is transforming how businesses approach security. Bosch Building Technologies is investing in proactive and intelligent solutions for security and business optimisation supporting secure environments in and around buildings, perimeters, and traffic. The increasing importance of video data for security applications and beyond drives the trend of connecting cameras to the cloud. Cloud technology offers benefits such as scalability, cost-efficiency, and centralised managem...

Arcserve, a major data protection and recovery software company, has been recognised for its excellence in SaaS backup, being named Cloud Backup Company of the Year at the Storage Awards 2024. The award recognised Arcserve as a provider of secure and resilient cloud storage and SaaS protection, highlighting the organisation as a trusted provider of data resilience solutions. Cloud data protection The awards showcase the best technologies, products, and solutions across the storage sector Arc...

RiverSafe, a global cybersecurity, DevOps, and AppSec professional services provider, has partnered with education-based charity - World Vision to improve access to education for children in Africa. World Vision World Vision is a global humanitarian organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children, families, and communities around the world. Focusing on providing education, healthcare, and emergency relief to those in need, they aim to break the cycle of poverty and open doors for a...

AI in video surveillance is transforming how businesses approach security. Bosch Building Technologies is investing in proactive and intelligent solutions for security and business optimisation supporting secure environments in and around buildings, perimetres, and traffic. The increasing importance of video data for security applications and beyond drives the trend of connecting cameras to the cloud. Cloud technology  Cloud technology offers benefits such as scalability, cost-efficien...

Aqua Security, the pioneer in cloud-native security revealed new research that shows how credentials, API tokens, and passkeys – collectively referred to as secrets – from organisations around the globe were exposed for years. By scanning the most popular 100 organisations on Github, which collectively includes more than 50,000 publicly accessible repositories, Aqua researchers found active secrets from open-source organisations and enterprises such as Cisco and Mozilla providing...

AlarMax, a national distributor of security, AV, and low-voltage products, announced its distribution partnership with Hanwha Vision, a global provider of intelligent video surveillance systems. Surveillance system portfolio AlarMax dealers nationwide can choose from Hanwha's comprehensive portfolio of surveillance systems and vision solutions, including IP-based cameras and recorders, the WAVE video management system (VMS), AI-driven analytics software, storage devices, and business...

Evolon Technology, Inc., a developer of intelligent software technology that turns surveillance video into real-time actionable information announced the availability of Insites 2.0, the latest major release of its proactive video surveillance and monitoring platform. Packed with powerful features and enhancements, Insites 2.0 offers unprecedented capabilities for mobile applications, web platforms, and edge plugins while introducing groundbreaking advancements in AI-driven security measures th...

A new report from Novaira Insights reveals that the global video surveillance hardware and software market experienced a 3.4% growth in 2023. However, the report, “The World Market for Video Surveillance Hardware and Software”, also reveals this growth was characterised by a decline of 2.7% in the Chinese market. The rest of the world (excluding China) saw an 8.2% growth. A slower rate than the 13.2% growth achieved in 2022. Supply chain distribution According to lead analyst and...

On June 26, budding technologists aged 8 to 19 showcased their technical acumen and problem-solving prowess at the Austrian finals of the World Robot Olympiad. The competition was held for the second year in a row at B&R Headquarters in Eggelsberg, Upper Austria. Under the theme "Earth Allies", contestants illustrated how robots could serve as "allies of the earth", working in harmony with the planet. The triumphant teams, "MMG" from HTL Braunau and "Plasma Bots" from Riedau Middle School,...

Global cybersecurity pioneer AlgoSec has released its annual ‘The State of Network Security Report’ providing a broad view of network security in hybrid cloud environments, identifying the most popular strategies adopted by security professionals. The report sheds light on key market trends and highlights the solutions and technologies that are in demand and why, helping organisations to navigate the complexities of modern network security.       Based...

Apricorn, the globally renowned manufacturer of software-free, 256-bit AES XTS hardware-encrypted USB data storage devices, has been granted ISO 9001:2015 certification from IAPMO SCB, effective immediately. ISO 9001:2015 is a globally recognised business standard focused on quality management systems. "Apricorn makes encryption storage devices that are recognised as the best in the industry and are used across regulated industries such as government, healthcare, financial services and more. Im...

Thales announced the release of the 2024 Thales Cloud Security Study, its annual assessment of the latest cloud security threats, trends and emerging risks based on a survey of nearly 3000 IT and security professionals across 18 countries in 37 industries. As the use of the cloud continues to be strategically vital to many organisations, cloud resources have become the biggest targets for cyber-attacks, with SaaS applications (31%), Cloud Storage (30%) and Cloud Management Infrastructure (...

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI and ML) are recognised as important parts of the future of cyber security and cloud security. But how integrated are these technologies in cybersecurity functions currently? A recent survey by Check Point and Cyber security Insiders asked hundreds of professionals from across different industries how they’ve been using AI so far, how much of a priority it is for their companies, and how it has impacted their workforces. Adoption of AI and...

Secure Logiq and Ivideon are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing cooperation and delivering unparalleled video surveillance capabilities. Harnessing the strength of both companies, this partnership merges Secure Logiq’s advanced server technology with Ivideon's comprehensive cloud solutions, creating a hybrid approach that meets the dynamic needs of modern video surveillance. On-premises solutions With over 12 years of experience, Ivideon has emerged as a rapi...

IRClass Systems and Solutions Pvt Ltd (ISSPL), announces the launch of a Digital Centre to offer a wide range of technology solutions. The Digital Centre, located in Mumbai, was inaugurated by the Chairman of ISSPL – Mr. Arun Sharma. The Digital Centre will provide a comprehensive suite of services to help organisations navigate the digital landscape across maritime and non-maritime sectors. New cybersecurity services ISSPL recognises the critical importance of cybersecurity in the digi...

Regensburg-based video technology manufacturer Dallmeier electronic announces that the company has received ISO 27001 certification for its Information Security Management System (ISMS). The international standard for information security management ensures that companies meet the highest standards of data protection and data security. ISO 27001 certification As IoT components, surveillance cameras, software, and recording systems are just as vulnerable as other IT systems. In the context of...