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Top 10 Data and Analytics Trends for 2021
Ways to Fight the Skills Gap in DevOps and the Cloud
IT Employment Trending Up; Data, Cybersecurity Skills in Demand
Why Distributed Cloud Is in Your Future
Is Augmented Analytics Making the Difference It Advertises?
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Looking at the Cloud in 2021: Growth and Changes
John Edwards, Technology Journalist & Author
Commentary
CIOs will have a host of cloud options to choose from in 2021 as the cloud business evolves, according to a new Forrester Research report.
By John Edwards Technology Journalist & Author, 11/18/2020
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Predicting How Biden Might Tackle Tech Policy
James Kobielus, Tech Analyst, Consultant and Author
Commentary
Here's how one independent tech industry analyst thinks the Biden administration will tackle a wide range of tech industry issues in its first 90 days and beyond.
By James Kobielus Tech Analyst, Consultant and Author, 11/18/2020
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Nearly Two Dozen AWS APIs Are Vulnerable to Abuse
Jai Vijayan, Contributing Writer
News
Attackers can conduct identity reconnaissance against an organization at leisure without being detected, Palo Alto Networks says.
By Jai Vijayan Contributing Writer, 11/17/2020
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How to Approach Your Mission-Critical Big Data Strategy
Mary E. Shacklett, Mary E. Shacklett
Commentary
Across industries, big data has joined traditional, structured data as a mission-critical element. Here’s some advice for CIOs and big data leaders on how to get started.
By Mary E. Shacklett Mary E. Shacklett, 11/17/2020
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Breakdown of a Break-in: A Manufacturer's Ransomware Response
Kelly Sheridan, Staff Editor, Dark Reading
News
The analysis of an industrial ransomware attack reveals common tactics and proactive steps that businesses can take to avoid similar incidents.
By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 11/16/2020
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Can Low Code Measure Up to Tomorrow’s Programming Demands?
Joao-Pierre S. Ruth, Senior Writer
Commentary
It might be useful for organizations to adopt AI, automation, low-code, or no-code options for software development, but there may be limits to weigh.
By Joao-Pierre S. Ruth Senior Writer, 11/16/2020
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How DevOps Teams Get Automation Backwards
Guest Commentary, Guest Commentary
Commentary
Will automation speed up your processes, or will you end up with a brittle system that will demand constant attention and frequent, time-consuming fixes?
By Matt Dickens, CPO and Co-Founder, Gearset , 11/16/2020
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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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