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Because of AI, data has become the most valuable competitive asset for organizations regardless of industry. However, cyber-attacks are continuing to escalate, so the need for robust security measures is more important than ever. It is no longer enough to focus solely on prevention, so organizations must shift their mindset and resources toward rapid recovery and resilience.

For years, IT leaders have funneled time and investments into hardening their networks, building firewalls, and implementing the latest access controls to prevent breaches from malicious threat actors. Yet, despite these efforts, the unfortunate reality remains: cyberattacks, particularly ransomware attacks, are no longer a question of "if," but "when."

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When it comes to portable storage, it is easy to get overwhelmed by all the choices nowadays. Thankfully, a new addlink solid state drive is something that stands out from the pack. You see, the company’s new P30 USB 4.0 Super-Speed Magnetic SSD is here, and it offers a mix of speed, portability, and a clever design.

Thanks to USB 4.0 technology, the P30 is capable of impressive transfer speeds up to 4000MB/s. To put that into perspective, you can move a 10GB file in about 2.5 seconds. That kind of speed can be a godsend, especially for those working with large 4K video files, raw photo collections, or massive game libraries.

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AI agents are having a moment. From automating customer service to optimizing supply chains, AI agents are constantly promising to transform how organizations operate -- faster, smarter and more efficiently. In fact, recent research from Salesforce shows that 93 percent of IT leaders plan to implement AI agents in the next two years. But what exactly is an AI agent?

An AI agent is a software system that can autonomously perform tasks like answering customer inquiries and translating documents in multiple languages, improving overall efficiency and customer experience. Unlike traditional automation tools that follow static rules, AI agents continuously learn from data and adapt to changing conditions to make decisions on their own, in real time. That’s what makes AI agents powerful and risky.

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Midsize companies are actively rethinking their virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) and Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) strategies, with cost, complexity, and IT resource demands driving urgent change.

A new report from Parallels shows 63 percent of midsize companies are actively seeking new VDI or DaaS solutions to reduce costs and streamline IT management.

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A new report reveals that 73 percent of UK fraud professionals report that online fraud has negatively affected their company's revenue in the past year.

The UK Fraud Industry Pulse Survey from Veriff shows 72.5 percent of businesses have seen an increase in online fraud over the past 12 months.

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Social media has managed to make everyone more connected and informed than ever before, but it has also created a confusing mix of fact and misinformation. Part of the problem is knowing whether to trust that an individual on a particular platform is who they say they are.

Becoming verified on Twitter used to be a goal -- a dream, even -- for many people, but this changed when Twitter morphed into X and verification became a paid-for label available to anyone. Now rival platform Bluesky has unveiled a new component to its existing system of verification. It is an approach that others may learn from.

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Well, folks, it could be GAME OVER when it comes to scoring affordable handheld emulators from overseas. You see, Anbernic (a wildly popular manufacturer amongst retro gaming enthusiasts) has announced it will no longer ship products from China to the United States -- effective immediately. The company cites recent changes in American trade policy, which conveniently lines up with President Donald Trump’s renewed push for aggressive tariffs on Chinese imports.

For now, Anbernic is urging customers in the U.S. to buy only from its domestic warehouse, which isn’t yet affected by these tariffs. But the selection may be limited, and pricing could shift as inventory tightens. This is a clear warning for gamers who’ve grown used to budget-friendly devices packed with retro gaming power.

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Earth Day is tomorrow, and it is a time to reflect on how we treat the planet we all share (until Elon Musk colonizes Mars, at least). While some people mark the day by picking up trash or planting a tree, there’s another simple yet powerful way to help the environment that you might not have considered -- install Linux on your aging computer instead of tossing it in the trash!

Old computers don’t have to die. In fact, most of them still have plenty of life left in them -- if you’re willing to ditch bloated operating systems that no longer support them. That’s where Linux comes in. Unlike Windows 11, which demands modern processors and fairly high-end specs just to boot, many Linux distributions run smoothly on older hardware. Whether it’s a decade-old laptop collecting dust or a desktop with a failed Windows installation, Linux can breathe new life into machines that would otherwise end up in landfills.

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A new report from Zafran Security shows that enterprise risk management is shifting from volume to value, and from patching everything to fixing what matters most.

The study, carried out by Foundry MarketPulse, reveals that only one in 50,000 vulnerabilities actually pose a critical risk -- and the ones getting exploited the most are often old, quiet, and ignored.

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AI and machine learning tools have had an important role in software development for many years, helping to drive efficiency and automation. The new generation of AI tools has the potential to supercharge this transformation, bringing even greater improvements to efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and innovation cycles.

However, these tools also come with new risks, including security vulnerabilities, governance challenges, and regulatory uncertainty. As with any new technological approach, organizations bringing new AI tools and specifically AI-generated code into their development lifecycles must balance benefits with the potential risks.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is transitioning from an emerging technology to a business mainstay. While many businesses are already reaping the benefits of strategic AI implementation, others are adopting AI solutions without first considering how to integrate the tools strategically. While some AI tools offer tangible gains in automation and efficiency, others overpromise and underdeliver, leading to costly investments with little return.

Distinguishing marketing buzz from real-world impact is critical for businesses looking to make AI a true driver of operational success. Despite AI’s potential, many businesses fall into common pitfalls that prevent them from realizing the full value of innovative technology. From unclear objectives to poor integration and security risks, these challenges can turn AI from a competitive advantage into an expensive mistake.

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Generative AI is already defeating traditional identity verification (IDV) methods like knowledge-based authentication, 2FA, and more.

This shift is likely to see the acceleration of new forms of IDV in 2025 that place a greater emphasis on ensuring they're both more secure and easy for people to use. This will result in a convergence of customer identity and access management (CIAM) which essentially gives customers more control over their identity and verification.

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Google is hitting back at the Department of Justice over a proposed plan that could force massive changes to how the company operates. The DOJ, which sued Google back in 2020 over search distribution practices, is now pushing for remedies that Google says go way too far -- and could end up hurting American consumers, innovation, and even national security!

In a new blog post, the search giant says the proposed changes are not only unnecessary but also dangerous. At the heart of the issue is how Google partners with phone makers and browsers to make its search engine the default. According to Google, people use its search because they want to -- not because they’re forced to. The company says blocking these deals would just make it harder for people to get to the services they prefer, with alternatives like Microsoft’s Bing being pushed on users instead.

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TrueNAS 25.04, codenamed “Fangtooth,” was recently released (download here), and with it comes a full embrace of Linux as the underlying base. While previous versions of TrueNAS were confusingly split between CORE (built on FreeBSD) and SCALE (built on Linux), this release finally pushes the project further into its beautiful Linux future.

This version builds on the foundation laid by TrueNAS 24.10 “Electric Eel.” That version brought improved performance and Docker support, and Fangtooth expands on it with more than 1,000 changes, including over 150 bug fixes. The update is being offered as a release version, but iXsystems is still recommending it for early adopters only -- at least for now.

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Want to hear something absolutely insane? Apparently, Jack in the Box has decided it wants to be more than just a place to grab curly fries at midnight. You see, the fast food chain is now venturing into the world of Fortnite with something called “Jack’s CEO Minigames.”

Wait -- what exactly is that? Well, it is a very strange gaming experience where players compete in several challenges for the chance to become… CEO of Jack in the Box. No, seriously. This is really happening.

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