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Capella Space Goes with AWS to Handle Satellite Downlinks
Leading Through Uncertainty: Tech Execs Talk 2020
Taking Steps To Boost Automated Cloud Governance
Deploying and Managing Hybrid IT Architectures
IT Career Paths You May Not Have Considered
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Gartner Forecast Sees 7.3% Shrinkage in IT Spending for 2020
Joao-Pierre S. Ruth, Senior Writer
Commentary
Revenue uncertainty triggered by the pandemic could push CIOs with tighter budgets to migrate to cloud resources, according to research company.
By Joao-Pierre S. Ruth Senior Writer, 7/15/2020
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How Data-Driven Investments Paid Off in Pandemic
Jessica Davis, Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps
News
When restaurants shut down, they set off a chain reaction all the way up the supply chain. Here's how one regional gourmet food distributor was able to pivot quickly.
By Jessica Davis Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps, 7/15/2020
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Overcoming the IoT Security Skills Gap
Guest Commentary, Guest Commentary
Commentary
While the tech industry is currently challenged by an IoT skills gap, there are steps that companies and leaders can take to minimize these issues and drive change.
By Brad Ree, CTO, ioXt Alliance , 7/15/2020
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Microsoft Patches Wormable RCE Flaw in Windows DNS Servers
Kelly Sheridan, Staff Editor, Dark Reading
News
Patch Tuesday security updates address a critical vulnerability in Windows DNS Servers, which researchers believe is likely to be exploited.
By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 7/14/2020
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KPMG: Choosing to Go 'Cloud' Is Only a Start
Lisa Morgan, Freelance Writer
Commentary
Organizations have accelerated their moves into the cloud, but they need to change their approach if they want to be successful in the long run.
By Lisa Morgan Freelance Writer, 7/14/2020
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Google Cloud Unveils 'Confidential VMs' to Protect Data in Use
Kelly Sheridan, Staff Editor, Dark Reading
News
Confidential Virtual Machines, now in beta, will let Google Cloud customers keep data encrypted while it's in use.
By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 7/14/2020
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Cloud Computing Evolution May Drive Next Stages of Robotics
Joao-Pierre S. Ruth, Senior Writer
Commentary
The future of robotics may be interwoven with the continued development of cloud computing and wireless infrastructure.
By Joao-Pierre S. Ruth Senior Writer, 7/14/2020
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10 Ways AI Is Transforming Enterprise Software
Cynthia Harvey, Freelance Journalist, InformationWeek
News
AI capabilities are showing up in places you might not expect.
By Cynthia Harvey Freelance Journalist, InformationWeek, 7/13/2020
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How to Detect Fakes During Global Unrest Using AI and Blockchain
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Commentary
Until the next technical evolution, current blockchain and AI/ML applications will continue to raise the trustworthiness bar in our zero-trust world.
By Avivah Litan, VP, Distinguished Analyst, Gartner Inc. , 7/13/2020
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Robotics Will Prevail Over Other Tech Sectors Post-Pandemic
James Kobielus, Tech Analyst, Consultant and Author
Commentary
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of robotics in roles normally reserved for susceptible humans, but which robotics applications will thrive once we get ahead of the virus?
By James Kobielus Tech Analyst, Consultant and Author, 7/10/2020
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3 Key Stages for Effective Data Modernization
Guest Commentary, Guest Commentary
Commentary
Don’t get stuck in a room going nowhere. Follow the Plan-Build-Execute model, and your data modernization initiative will lead to success.
By Juan Riojas, Chief Data Officer, Rackspace , 7/10/2020
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Capella Space Goes with AWS to Handle Satellite Downlinks
Joao-Pierre S. Ruth, Senior Writer
Commentary
Earth observation data company takes a cloud native approach to reduce technology costs and be more responsive.
By Joao-Pierre S. Ruth Senior Writer, 7/9/2020
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Leading Through Uncertainty: Tech Execs Talk 2020
Jessica Davis, Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps
News
The year 2020 has tested the leadership skills of many top tech execs, and at HPE's Discover virtual event, a panel of women executives shared their experiences.
By Jessica Davis Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps, 7/9/2020
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As More People Return to Travel Sites, So Do Malicious Bots
Nicole Ferraro, Contributing Writer
News
Attacks against travel-related websites are on the rise as the industry begins to slowly recover from COVID-19, new data shows.
By Nicole Ferraro Contributing Writer, 7/8/2020
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The Best Way to Get Started with Data Analytics
John Edwards, Technology Journalist & Author
Commentary
As data analytics matures, it's attracting a wider range of adopters. Here's how your organization can tap into this essential business technology.
By John Edwards Technology Journalist & Author, 7/8/2020
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How CIOs Can Keep Up with Changing Customer Needs
Guest Commentary, Guest Commentary
Commentary
The role of the chief information officer is becoming ever-more important in creating experiences that drive long-term market success.
By Harry Datwani, Principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP , 7/8/2020
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Deploying and Managing Hybrid IT Architectures
Mary E. Shacklett, Mary E. Shacklett
Commentary
Here are three steps IT teams can take to create a strategy for a unified IT architecture as they deal with surges in cloud adoption and greater demands for cloud services.
By Mary E. Shacklett Mary E. Shacklett, 7/7/2020
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Taking Steps To Boost Automated Cloud Governance
Joao-Pierre S. Ruth, Senior Writer
Commentary
ONUG’s recent whitepaper outlines how establishing uniform event reporting could lead to improved transparency from cloud providers.
By Joao-Pierre S. Ruth Senior Writer, 7/6/2020
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3 Tips to Recognize Hidden Costs of the Cloud
Guest Commentary, Guest Commentary
Commentary
Cloud usage and demand has spiked, but businesses must be wary of hidden cloud “gotchas” when it comes to modernizing and scaling their cloud infrastructure.
By William McKnight, President, McKnight Consulting Group , 7/6/2020
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Anatomy of a Long-Con Phish
Chenxi Wang, Founder and General Partner, Rain Capital
Commentary
A fraudster on LinkedIn used my online profile in an apparent attempt to pull off a wide-ranging scam business venture.
By Chenxi Wang Founder and General Partner, Rain Capital, 7/2/2020
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