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Industrial systems under increasing ransomware, spyware attacks
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Ransomware persisted in 2022 despite improved detection
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Global AI revenue set to boom
The global artificial intelligence (AI) market is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21,4% from $81,3-billion in 2022 to reach $383,3-billion in 2030, according to research organisation GlobalData. The company's latest thematic report,...
Executives frustrated by payment failure rate
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New MD for Tarsus On Demand
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These are the top strategic imperatives for HR technology
The three most important HR technologies this year are skills management, learning experience platforms and internal talent marketplaces, according to a survey by Gartner. The survey of 138 HR leaders revealed the top strategic imperatives for HR technology in 2023....
New malware steals social media credentials under the guise of ChatGPT
Kaspersky researchers have identified a new and ongoing malware campaign that capitalises on the increasing popularity of the ChatGPT AI chatbot which has garnered overwhelming attention from IT enthusiasts, creatives, and other individuals for several months....
European ICT spend to reach $1,2trn
According to the International Data Corporation (IDC)'s Worldwide ICT Spending Guide: Enterprise and SMB by Industry, ICT spending in Europe will reach $1,2-rillion in 2023 and will surpass $1,4-trillion by 2026, posting a 5,4% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over...
Warning about possible flare-up of Gameredon attacks
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