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It should be the case that in the business world systems deliver for the customer. But often there can be conflict between what the customer wants -- usability and feeling valued -- and what the developer is looking to provide -- technical mastery, collaboration and self-serve capabilities.

We spoke to Gilad Shriki, co-founder of Descope to discover how enterprises can satisfy the needs of both.

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Exciting news for Linux enthusiasts: Ubuntu Linux 24.10, codenamed "Oracular Oriole," has officially released its daily images for public testing. This release is designed for developers and testers who are eager to get a first look and provide feedback on the upcoming features of this new Ubuntu release.

As of today, the latest build, dated May 9, 2024, is available for download. This continuous development cycle is a crucial part of Ubuntu’s development philosophy, providing a transparent process that allows both developers and users to participate in refining and enhancing the system before its official release.

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CORSAIR today launched the MP700 PRO SE PCIe 5.0 SSD, and it’s insanely fast. This latest addition to the SSD market boasts sequential read speeds of up to 14,000MB/sec and write speeds of up to 12,000MB/sec, nearly doubling the performance of top-tier PCIe 4.0 SSDs and surpassing SATA SSDs by up to 25-fold.

Available in 2TB and 4TB models, the MP700 PRO SE leverages cutting-edge interface, controller, and NAND flash technologies to optimize random read and write performance, which is crucial for small file transfers and operating system functionality. Users can expect significantly reduced load times for applications and games, streamlined large file management, and native support for Microsoft DirectStorage, promising enhanced gaming experiences.

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Patching is something that we all know we have to do. But it is easier said than done. In reality, patching can be hard due to problems around application compatibility, having adequate downtime windows, or more pressing business risks to manage. This can lead to some very serious software problems being left open and vulnerable to exploitation.

Here are three examples of common software vulnerabilities that existed for years with updates available, yet are still regularly targeted by threat actors.

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A new report from Fortinet shows that the second half of 2023 saw attackers increase the speed with which they capitalized on newly publicized vulnerabilities.

Attacks were carried out 43 percent faster than 1H 2023, starting on average 4.76 days after new exploits were publicly disclosed.

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In The DevSecOps Playbook: Deliver Continuous Security at Speed, Wiley CISO and CIO Sean D. Mack delivers an expert analysis of how to keep your business secure, relying on the classic triad of people, process, and technology to examine -- in depth -- every component of DevSecOps.

In the book, you'll learn why DevSecOps is as much about people and collaboration as it is about technology and how it impacts every part of our cybersecurity systems.

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The latest Email Threat Trends report from VIPRE Security Group identifies the US as the top source of spam emails globally, followed by the UK, Ireland, and Japan. The US, UK, and Canada are the top three countries most subjected to email-based attacks.

Looking at targets, the manufacturing, government, and IT sectors are the most attacked by malicious actors. In Q1 2024, the manufacturing sector suffered 43 percent of email-based attacks, with government (15 percent) and IT (11 percent) trailing well behind. This is a change from Q1 2023, when attackers targeted the financial (25 percent), healthcare (22 percent), and education (15 percent) sectors most often.

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Used for productivity, generative AI offers unprecedented potential to improve the performance and impact of modern software solutions. One of its major capabilities is that it lowers the barriers to entry for those without software development knowledge and experience. While this has its advantages, in the wrong hands, it can also be dangerous.

GenAI has also raised the stakes for those looking to protect users against social engineering, with increasingly sophisticated and compelling scams making it more difficult than ever to filter genuine communication from fake.

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In the ever-evolving world of storage solutions, Sabrent has launched a new offering: the Rocket NANO 2242 M.2 SSD (SB-2142-1TB). This drive (available here now) may be compact, but it packs a significant punch, specifically designed for space-limited devices like the Lenovo Legion Go and Lenovo ThinkPads, among others.

The Rocket NANO 2242 stands out due to its size and compatibility. Though primarily designed for M.2 2242 slots, it offers flexibility with an extendable option to M.2 2280, catering to a broader range of motherboard configurations and portable devices. It also supports most add-in-cards, enclosures, and cloners, making it highly versatile.

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A new study from Prevalent shows third-party Breaches have risen 49 percent year-on-year, increasing threefold since 2021.

The survey of IT professionals conducted in February and March this year shows 61 percent of companies experienced a third-party data breach or cybersecurity incident last year.

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Microsoft has unveiled a substantial $3.3 billion investment in Southeast Wisconsin, aimed at bolstering the region's stature as a leading center for AI-driven economic growth, innovation, and job creation. Today, Microsoft President Brad Smith, alongside President Joe Biden, made the announcement at Gateway Technical College, heralding a new era for the state's economic landscape.

Brad Smith, Microsoft's Vice Chair and President, shared his enthusiasm for the initiative, stating, "Wisconsin has a long legacy of manufacturing excellence. We are excited to harness AI to propel the next generation of manufacturing companies, jobs, and skills not just in Wisconsin but nationwide."

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In 2025, a new European Accessibility Act comes into force with the aim of ensuring equal access to digital products and services across the EU.

This will apply to all businesses that wish to trade in Europe, but a new report from testing specialist Applause shows that while a third of global companies are on track to comply with the EAA, over third of European companies are trailing behind.

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A study of 500 senior IT decision makers finds investment in IT modernization is set to increase by 27 percent in 2024, as enterprises look to take advantage of new technologies, such as AI and edge computing, while meeting increasing productivity demands.

But the study from Couchbase finds 59 percent of respondents are worried their organizations' ability to manage data won't meet GenAI's demands without significant investment.

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Discover the capabilities of PowerShell 7 for your everyday tasks with this carefully paced tutorial that will help you master this versatile programming language.

The first set of chapters of PowerShell 7 Workshop will show you where to find and how to install the latest version of PowerShell, providing insights into the distinctive features that set PowerShell apart from other languages. You’ll then learn essential programming concepts such as variables and control flow, progressing to their applications.

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Computers and servers made up 92 percent of DDoS targets in 2013, compared to just eight percent for mobile devices. The split the previous year was 32 percent computers and 68 percent mobile. At the same time the DDoS attack count decreased 55 percent in 2023, but the average attack size grew 233 percent.

The latest DDoS trends report from Nexusguard also finds that shorter attacks lasting 90 minutes increased by 22 percent and made up 81 percent of all DDoS attacks.

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