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Is Augmented Analytics Making the Difference It Advertises?
The Ever-Expanding List of C-Level Technology Positions
How to Optimize Your Cloud Operations
CIOs to Hit the Gas on Digital Business in 2021
How to Negotiate with Software Providers for the Best 2021 Deals
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CISA Director Expects to Be Fired Following Secure Election
Kelly Sheridan, Staff Editor, Dark Reading
News
Meanwhile, key legislators and former DHS officials are speaking out in support of CISA director Chris Krebs, who has led the agency's efforts in election security.
By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 11/13/2020
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Top 10 Data and Analytics Trends for 2021
Jessica Davis, Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps
News
How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the world of data and analytics in the enterprise? Here are the trends for 2021.
By Jessica Davis Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps, 11/13/2020
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What Rubber Bands Can Tell Us About Enterprise AI
Guest Commentary, Guest Commentary
Commentary
If we pay close attention to how AI is falling short and leaving humans with extra work, we can see exactly where the future lies (and how to get there).
By Dominic Gallello, CEO, Symphony AzimaAI , 11/13/2020
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'Pay2Key' Could Become Next Big Ransomware Threat
Jai Vijayan, Contributing Writer
News
Researchers from Check Point say an Iranian-based threat actor has successfully attacked multiple Israeli companies could soon go global.
By Jai Vijayan Contributing Writer, 11/12/2020
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New 'CostaRicto' Hack-for-Hire Group Targets Global Businesses
Kelly Sheridan, Staff Editor, Dark Reading
News
The group of APT mercenaries uses bespoke malware and strong operation security to target a range of organizations, located primarily in Southeast Asia.
By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 11/12/2020
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Ways to Fight the Skills Gap in DevOps and the Cloud
Joao-Pierre S. Ruth, Senior Writer
Commentary
Engineers and developers need to break out of their specialized zones and learn more tricks to meet hiring demands, say stakeholders.
By Joao-Pierre S. Ruth Senior Writer, 11/12/2020
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Why Distributed Cloud Is in Your Future
Lisa Morgan, Freelance Writer
Commentary
Most companies have a hybrid cloud strategy but IT departments are struggling with it. Distributed cloud addresses some of the issues.
By Lisa Morgan Freelance Writer, 11/12/2020
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NSF-Funded Research Aims to Help Disrupt Cybercrime Supply Chains
Steve Zurier, Contributing Writer
News
The National Science Foundation awarded a grant to Georgia State University (GSU) to come up with innovative ways to thwart the supply chains for counterfeiting, loan- and unemployment fraud.
By Steve Zurier Contributing Writer, 11/11/2020
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Want to Avoid an Extreme Cyberloss? Focus on the Basics
Robert Lemos, Contributing Writer
News
New analysis of attacks and breaches -- to the tune of more than $20 million in damages and losses of at least 20 million records -- underscores the importance of planning for these events.
By Robert Lemos Contributing Writer, 11/11/2020
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Security Hiring Plans Remain Constant Despite Pandemic
Kelly Sheridan, Staff Editor, Dark Reading
News
Although we saw workforce gains this year, 56% of businesses surveyed report staff shortages are putting their organization at risk.
By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 11/11/2020
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IT Employment Trending Up; Data, Cybersecurity Skills in Demand
Jessica Davis, Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps
News
There's a light at the end of the tunnel for IT pros who have been keeping a close eye on the job market. Plus, here are the skills that employers want in 2021.
By Jessica Davis Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps, 11/11/2020
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Is Augmented Analytics Making the Difference It Advertises?
Lisa Morgan, Freelance Writer
Commentary
Vendors are continuously adding new capabilities to their products, but there are some fundamental things that enterprises need to get right before they see the benefits.
By Lisa Morgan Freelance Writer, 11/11/2020
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Microsoft Patches Windows Kernel Flaw Under Active Attack
Kelly Sheridan, Staff Editor, Dark Reading
News
This month's Patch Tuesday addressed a Windows zero-day in a release of 112 vulnerabilities, 17 of which are critical.
By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 11/10/2020
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The Ever-Expanding List of C-Level Technology Positions
Cynthia Harvey, Freelance Journalist, InformationWeek
News
IT professionals are gaining more opportunities to move up the corporate ladder. Here are 10 C-level IT titles that we know of right now, along with salary averages for those roles.
By Cynthia Harvey Freelance Journalist, InformationWeek, 11/10/2020
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4 Methods to Scale Automation Effectively
Guest Commentary, Guest Commentary
Commentary
Here are best practices on how to scale automation successfully beyond the initial deployment to create a high-demand and thriving automation function.
By David Borowski, Director, IT Strategy & BPO, West Monroe Partners , 11/10/2020
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Data Privacy Gets Solid Upgrade With Early Adopters
Robert Lemos, Contributing Writer
News
The United Kingdom and the regional government of Flanders kick off four pilots of the Solid data-privacy technology from World Wide Web inventor Tim Berners-Lee, which gives users more control of their data.
By Robert Lemos Contributing Writer, 11/9/2020
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How to Optimize Your Cloud Operations
John Edwards, Technology Journalist & Author
Commentary
Fast, efficient, and affordable cloud performance is an achievable goal when you take advantage of essential optimization techniques.
By John Edwards Technology Journalist & Author, 11/9/2020
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Cloud Tech: The Make or Break in Today's Business Resiliency
Guest Commentary, Guest Commentary
Commentary
Cloud is non-negotiable for business continuity in the COVID-19 era. Yet the scramble to get online has led businesses to forget about three key components.
By Paul Gaynor, Global Technology and Alliance Consulting Leader, PwC , 11/9/2020
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New Gitpaste-12 Botnet Exploits 12 Known Vulnerabilities
Kelly Sheridan, Staff Editor, Dark Reading
News
Researchers discover a new worm and botnet dubbed Gitpaste-12 for its ability to spread via GitHub and Pastebin.
By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 11/6/2020
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CIOs to Hit the Gas on Digital Business in 2021
Jessica Davis, Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps
News
Corporate boards will fund digital business initiatives at a higher rate in 2021. Here's what else is coming.
By Jessica Davis Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps, 11/6/2020
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What Quantum Computing Could Mean for Software Development
Joao-Pierre S. Ruth, Senior Writer,  11/5/2020
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9 Ways CIOs Can Creatively Use IT Audits
Mary E. Shacklett, Mary E. Shacklett,  11/4/2020
News
CIOs Brace for 2021: A Bumpy Ride With Lots of Opportunity
Jessica Davis, Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps,  10/28/2020
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