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Get Control Over Unstructured Data

Information Week

The No. 1 data management problem today is coping with the 80% of data that is unstructured. Its time for IT to define a methodology.

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Quantum Security Isn’t Hype, Every Security Leader Needs It

Forrester IT

The commercial availability of quantum computers that can compromise traditional asymmetric cryptography is still five to 10 years away. But security and risk (S&R) professionals must assess and prepare for the impact of quantum security now.

Security 243
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The 8 new rules of IT leadership — and what they replace

CIO Business Intelligence

The CIO role continues to evolve, changing as dramatically as the technology it manages and maintains. Moreover, the pace of the chief IT positions transformation seems to be accelerating likewise mirroring the speed of change in the tech stack. As a result, tech executives must lead, manage, and work differently than they did in the past. Here, veteran CIOs, researchers, and advisers share the changes theyre seeing, offering a look at the new rules of IT leadership along with the old ones they

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Apple Taking Legal Action Against UK Over Backdoor Demands

Tech Republic Big Data

Apple told TechRepublic it is gravely disappointed to remove Advanced Data Protection in the U.K., as it fights government demands for an iCloud backdoor.

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The AI Race Isn’t Just About Tech Superiority – It's the Supply Chain, Stupid!

The race to dominate AI is no longer about who has the smartest algorithms — it's about who can build and scale faster. Behind every AI breakthrough lies a battle for resources: data centers, compute hardware, power, and telecom infrastructure. And right now, even tech giants are hitting a wall. Our latest white paper reveals the six critical supply chain elements that are increasingly separating AI leaders from the rest.

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Data center vacancies hit historic lows despite record construction

Network World

Space supply in major data center markets increased by 34% year-over-year to 6,922.6 megawatts, considerable growth over the 26% increase in 2023 , according to CBRE research. Primary markets such as Northern Virginia, Atlanta, and San Francisco, had a record 6,350 megawatts (MW) under construction at the end of 2024, more than double the 3,077.8 MW capacity being built at the end of 2023.

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A private company has successfully landed landed on the Moon for the first time

TechSpot

Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost Mission 1 lander successfully touched down on the lunar surface at 3:34 a.m. ET (02:34 CST) on Sunday, becoming the first non-governmental object to land on the Moon without issue. The feat marks an early step in NASA's efforts to establish a lunar economy.

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Seattle gaming startup Rec Room lays off 16% of staff — read CEO’s memo to employees

GeekWire

(Rec Room Image) The eponymous Seattle-based company behind the virtual hangout app Rec Room has cut 16% of its workforce. “This wasnt an easy decision, but ultimately its one we had to make for the long term success of Rec Room,” CEO Nick Fajt wrote in a memo to employees posted to the company’s blog. The memo blames the layoffs on changes in video game market growth, higher interest rates, and a more challenging fundraising environment.

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Troubleshoot and Compare Devices with Intune Copilot Prompt

Anoop

Hello - Here is the new HTMD Blog Article for you. Enjoy reading it. Subscribe to YouTube Channel [link] and LinkedIn page for latest updates [link] The post Troubleshoot and Compare Devices with Intune Copilot Prompt appeared first on HTMD Community Modern Device Management News & Guides by Anoop C Nair.

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Streamlining data analysis: Chrome extensions every data scientist should know

Dataconomy

Data scientists and analysts are constantly seeking ways to optimize their workflows and enhance productivity. High-performance Chrome extensions help data professionals work faster by automating tasks. A report states that there are over 100,000 Chrome extensions, with the workflow subcategory being the largest, comprising more than 35,000 extensions.

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Microsoft’s Veeam partnership signals data resiliency market shift

Network World

Veeam recently announced a multi-faceted expansion of its partnership with Microsoft. The first facet is that Microsoft is making an equity investment in Veeam. Although no terms of the financial arrangement were given, this does follow a $2 billion round in late 2024 in which Veeam was valued at $15 billion. There have been rumors swirling regarding the Kirkland, Wash.

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Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook For Smarter Knowledge Work

Speaker: Frank Taliano

Document-heavy workflows slow down productivity, bury institutional knowledge, and drain resources. But with the right AI implementation, these inefficiencies become opportunities for transformation. So how do you identify where to start and how to succeed? Learn how to develop a clear, practical roadmap for leveraging AI to streamline processes, automate knowledge work, and unlock real operational gains.

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Chinese cyber espionage growing across all industry sectors

CIO Business Intelligence

Security researchers are warning of a significant global rise in Chinese cyber espionage activity against organizations in every industry. Over the course of 2024, researchers from security firm CrowdStrike observed a 150% average increase in intrusions by Chinese threat actors worldwide, with some sectors experiencing two- to three-fold surges. Researchers at the firm also identified seven new Chinese-origin cyber espionage groups in 2024, many of which exhibited specialized targeting and tools

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How I Apply Third-Party Lab Results In My Security Operations Research

Forrester IT

Last week, I attended the AV Comparatives conference in Innsbruck, Austria. This conference brought together many cybersecurity vendors, particularly those with a European focus, as well as a few non-profits, academic institutions, and analyst firms.

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How to Build a Reliable AI Governance Platform

Information Week

AI governance platforms play an important role in ensuring that AI systems are ethical and transparent. Here's what you need to know to create a platform for your organization's needs.

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VMware ESXi gets critical patches for in-the-wild virtual machine escape attack

Network World

Broadcom released emergency patches for its VMware ESXi, Workstation, and Fusion products to fix three vulnerabilities that can lead to virtual machine escape and are actively being exploited by attackers. Products that include VMware ESXi, such as VMware vSphere, VMware Cloud Foundation, and VMware Telco Cloud Platform, are also impacted. VMware products, especially the ESXi enterprise hypervisor, are high-value targets and have been repeatedly attacked by cybercriminal and cyberespionage group

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How AI Is Revolutionizing Contact Centers: 2025 Strategy + ROI Playbook

In 2025, contact centers aren’t just changing—they’re being rebuilt by AI. This no-fluff, executive-ready guide shows you how to capitalize on the transformation. Inside: proven ROI calculators, workforce optimization tactics, deflection strategies, and a 90-day AI deployment plan. Built for CIOs, COOs, CX leaders, and contact center strategists, it goes beyond buzzwords into play-by-play implementation.

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Making mindfulness a leadership success factor

CIO Business Intelligence

Many industries are currently undergoing massive change. They are adapting organizationally, introducing modern technologies and developing newbusiness models. This is accompanied by a fundamentally changedworking environmentand a rethinking of corporate culture. Managers find themselves at the nexus of this transformation affected by change and at the same time asked to play a crucial role as role models and multipliers.

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It’s Time To Change The Rules For Defining The Value Of B2B Data

Forrester IT

Or, All the Best Ways To Cheat I Learned By Kindergarten One of the hard early lessons for most kids is that life isnt fair. Sometimes you are simply not going to win. For the lucky ones, those teaching moments are fairly harmless. Thats how it was for me.

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What To Expect From the Intersection of AI and Biometrics

Information Week

AI and biometrics are ubiquitous parts of modern life. How are these technologies interacting and reshaping one another?

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HPE cuts 2,500 jobs, expects Juniper buy to close year-end ’25, faces tariff issues

Network World

Despite a mostly positive revenue report for the first quarter of its fiscal 2025, HPE executives detailed a number of challenges the company will face in the coming months, including layoffs, a court case over its proposed buy of Juniper Networks, and the U.S. governments tariff plan. Revenues were up $7.9 billion, or 16% year-over-year, CEO Antonio Neri told Wall Street analysts.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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MWC25: KSA accelerates digital transformation with Huawei-Zain partnership

CIO Business Intelligence

In a landmark move for Saudi Arabias digital economy, Huawei Cloud and Zain KSA have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate cloud adoption and digital transformation across industries. Signed at MWC Barcelona 2025, this collaboration aligns with Saudi Arabias Cloud-First policy and underscores both companies commitment to advancing cloud technologies in the Kingdom.

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The Insurance Industry’s Data Posture Is An Existential Risk

Forrester IT

Insurers collect a wealth of data, but only a few have found ways to harness its true potential. Most insurance business and technology leaders have very low confidence in their data assets ability to meet customer and competitive demands.

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How to Create a Winning AI Strategy

Information Week

After making hefty investments in artificial intelligence, many organizations are not seeing the value they expected, but a few simple changes can make a world of difference.

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Seven important trends in the server sphere

Network World

The pace of change around server technology is advancing considerably, driven by hyperscalers but spilling over into the on-premises world as well. There are numerous overall trends, experts say, including: AI everything: AI mania is everywhere and without high power hardware to run it, its just vapor. But its more than just a buzzword, it is a very real and measurable trend.

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Conquering Tail Spend in 2025: New AI-Powered Tools and Strategies for Success

Tail spend — often unmanaged, fragmented and costly — can account for as much as 80% of total transaction volume. Without the right strategy, enterprises face hidden risks and unnecessary spend. It’s time to shift from fragmented, ad hoc purchasing to a strategic, technology-driven approach. Download this GEP-sponsored Everest Group research for insights on how your competitors are upping their tail spend management game.

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Chinese cyber espionage growing across all industry sectors

CIO Business Intelligence

Security researchers are warning of a significant global rise in Chinese cyber espionage activity against organizations in every industry. Over the course of 2024, researchers from security firm CrowdStrike observed a 150% average increase in intrusions by Chinese threat actors worldwide, with some sectors experiencing two- to three-fold surges. Researchers at the firm also identified seven new Chinese-origin cyber espionage groups in 2024, many of which exhibited specialized targeting and tools

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Another Cautionary Tale On Perils Of Using Password Managers

Forrester IT

Last week, password wallet vendor LastPass experienced an outage. All LastPass systems and services have since been restored and are up and running. It is worth noting that this is not the first incident involving password wallet products.

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Are We Losing the Data Management Battle?

Information Week

Too many companies say that data and its management challenges are spinning out of control. How can we change this?

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AI driving a 165% rise in data center power demand by 2030

Network World

Global power demand from data centers will increase 50% by 2027 and by as much as 165% by the end of the decade compared with 2023, according to a recent report from Goldman Sachs Research The industry is shrugging off the potential of DeepSeek which claimed large-scale AI modeling capabilities from low-end hardware and is instead focused on efficiency, wrote James Schneider, a senior equity research analyst covering US telecom, digital infrastructure, and IT services, in the data center deman

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The Ultimate Contact Center Buyers Guide: A Crucial Decision

Harness the True Power of your Contact Center In today’s fast-paced business environment, selecting the right contact center solution is critical for enhancing customer experience, improving operational efficiency, and optimizing costs. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the essential factors to consider when choosing a contact center software that aligns with your business needs.

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IT leaders brace for the AI agent management challenge

CIO Business Intelligence

With AI agents poised to take over significant portions of enterprise workflows, IT leaders will be faced with an increasingly complex challenge: managing them. There is a pending concern about how to manage AI agents in the cloud, says Dave McCarthy, research vice president at IDC, noting that the expanding availability of AI agents from startups and established vendors will give CIOs asset management, security, and versioning challenges.

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Women in Cyber Security on the Rise, But Facing More Layoffs and Budget Cuts Than Men

Tech Republic Security

In 2024, women accounted for 22% of global security teams on average, compared to 17% in 2023, according to ISC2.

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Why Using Multiple AIs Is Trending Now

Information Week

Somehow, one AI is never enough. Heres why.

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Startup Fractile tackles AI inference bottlenecks with new chip design

Network World

A 29-year-old entrepreneur with a Ph.D in robotics is looking to shake up the AI chip industry with an innovative approach that promises to deliver hardware that is 100 times faster, 10 times cheaper, and 20 times more energy efficient than the Nvidia GPUs that dominate the market today. Walter Goodwin (pictured) says he got the idea for the company when he was at the Oxford Robotics Institute researching ways to use large language models (LLM) to build general-purpose robots that could navigate

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How to Achieve High-Accuracy Results When Using LLMs

Speaker: Ben Epstein, Stealth Founder & CTO | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO, Aggregage

When tasked with building a fundamentally new product line with deeper insights than previously achievable for a high-value client, Ben Epstein and his team faced a significant challenge: how to harness LLMs to produce consistent, high-accuracy outputs at scale. In this new session, Ben will share how he and his team engineered a system (based on proven software engineering approaches) that employs reproducible test variations (via temperature 0 and fixed seeds), and enables non-LLM evaluation m