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77 percent of companies have seen breaches in their AI

A new survey of 150 IT security and data science leaders shows that 98 percent of enterprises consider at least some of their AI models crucial to their business success, and 77 percent identified breaches to their AI in the past year.

Yet the study from HiddenLayer shows only 14 percent of IT leaders say their respective companies are planning and testing for adversarial attacks on AI models.

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New DMARC rules could see retailer emails not being delivered

New research from email security provider EasyDMARC finds that 25 percent of e-commerce retailers expect to see a notable drop in email deliverability following Yahoo and Google's email authentication policy changes.

Both Google's sender guidelines and Yahoo's sender requirements and recommendations have stated that failure to comply with the new sending standards could negatively impact email delivery. For e-commerce providers that rely on email as a marketing and customer communications channel, these measures could negatively impact customer engagement and sales.

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Europe now has a better version of iOS than the rest of the world

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Apple has released iOS 17.4, with the company pointing to the arrival of podcast transcripts as the highlight. There are also new emoji, improvements to CarPlay, and a number of bug fixes, but things are rather more interesting for users in the European Union.

With the EU's Digital Market Act coming into force today, March 6, Apple has delivered different versions of iOS 17.4 to this market compared to the rest of the world. And by different, we mean better.

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Microsoft has started referring to its CBL-Mariner distro as Azure Linux

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While it came as a bit of a surprise when it first became public, it has been known for some time that Microsoft has its own Linux distro called CBL-Mariner.  The name has been questioned by many, and it is in the process of changing.

The CBL-Mariner moniker is set to become a thing of the past as the distro transitions to being known as Azure Linux.

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Are we being failed by DevSecOps? [Q&A]

Over the years, security vendors have pushed companies to integrate their tools into the DevOps pipeline with the promise of being able to move faster and be more secure.

However, as businesses have matured their DevSecOps practices the more they have been hit by mountains of reported vulnerabilities and problems that have slowed them down. So, has DevSecOps failed in its promise? We talked to Eitan Worcel, CEO at Mobb, to find out.

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Puro Sound Labs launches JuniorJams Plus Bluetooth headphones for kids

Puro Sound Labs, known for its premium children’s headphones, has launched the JuniorJams Plus. Building on the success of the original JuniorJams, the new “Plus” variant introduces a USB-C connector and a new, eye-catching purple color option.

The JuniorJams Plus feature a sturdy aluminum headband and ultra-comfortable protein leather ear cushions, ensuring ease of wear while offering 87% ambient noise isolation. This allows kids to focus on their audio without external distractions.

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AR/VR headset market experiences surge in Q4 2023

The augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) headset market experienced a resurgence during the holiday season of 2023, defying previous trends. According to the latest data from the International Data Corporation (IDC), Q4 2023 saw a 130.4% year-over-year growth, signaling a shift in consumer interest and technological advancements.

This surge in the AR/VR market comes after a challenging year marked by macroeconomic uncertainties and a reliance on legacy products. The latter part of the year saw a shift in momentum, with new product launches and an easing of economic pressures contributing to the impressive Q4 performance.

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SABRENT launches Rocket NANO V2 portable SSD

SABRENT has released the second generation of its popular Rocket NANO SSD. Designed to be compact, fast, and rugged, the NANO V2 is the perfect companion for videographers, photographers, and gamers on the go. Got a Steam Deck or iPhone 15 Pro? This could be the SSD for you!

With storage capacities up to 4TB, you can carry an extensive library of videos, photos, and files without feeling weighed down. The device's aluminum housing is not only attractive but also practical, offering resilience and protection for your data. An outer silicone sleeve further safeguards the SSD from drops and debris, making it an ideal choice for travel in challenging environments.

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Microsoft is killing off Windows Subsystem for Android

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If you are a Windows 11 user who fell in love with Windows Subsystem for Android, Microsoft has just delivered some bad news. The company is ending support for WSA.

Unlike Windows Subsystem for Linux, Windows Subsystem for Android failed to generate the mass appeal Microsoft was probably hoping for. This is likely partly because of the fact that while WSA makes it possible to run Android apps and games in Windows 11, it is limited to apps available via the Amazon App Store. The clock is now ticking for Windows Subsystem for Android

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Malwarebytes 5.0 sneaks out, sporting modern new interface and Trusted Advisor

Malwarebytes is quietly rolling out a major new version of its eponymous anti-malware tool with the release of Malwarebytes 5.0. The tool is available in both free and premium versions for desktop and mobile.

MBAM 5.0 is released almost five years after version 4.0 made its bow in May 2019. Like its predecessor, the major change is a sleek new user interface, although this latest effort packs in improved navigation and user-friendliness to go with the modern look.

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AI use leads to new risks for data security

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According to a new study, 89 percent of cybersecurity professionals agree that their company's sensitive data is increasingly vulnerable to new AI technologies.

The study of 700 respondents across cybersecurity roles, conducted by Vanson Bourne for Code42, also finds that 87 percent are concerned their employees may inadvertently expose sensitive data to competitors by inputting it into GenAI. In addition 87 percent are concerned their employees are not following their GenAI policy.

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Security teams struggle to combat image-based and QR code attacks

Over 70 percent of respondents to a new survey say they feel their current security stack is highly effective against image-based and QR code phishing, however, 76 percent report being compromised by these types of attacks within the past year.

The study of 300 IT and security professionals across a variety of industries and geographies, from Osterman Research for IRONSCALES, shows almost 93 percent of IT and security professionals are aware of image-based phishing attacks targeting their organizations, and nearly 79 percent say the same about QR code attacks.

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AIOps models deliver limited value say tech leaders

A new study reveals that 97 percent of technology leaders find traditional AIOps models deliver limited value, leaving teams unable to tackle data overload.

The global survey of 1,300 CIOs and technology leaders in large organizations, carried out for Dynatrace, also finds that 88 percent of organizations say the complexity of their technology stack has increased in the past 12 months, and 51 percent say it will continue to increase.

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Proton Mail enhances user privacy with hide-my-email alias integration

Proton Mail, the popular email service known for its strong focus on both privacy and security, has integrated hide-my-email alias features directly into its web and desktop platforms. This move gives users more control over their online identity, setting Proton Mail apart from other email providers like Gmail.

The hide-my-email alias feature allows users to generate unique, random email addresses for use with apps, websites, and other digital services. This means that users can keep their personal email addresses private, reducing the risk of being targeted by malware, spam, or online trackers. If an alias is ever compromised, it can be easily deactivated without affecting the user's primary email address.

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Managing the transition from DevOps to Platform Engineering

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DevOps has historically been the dominant force in software development, explained by Pearl Zhu as being “for harnessing integration, interaction, and innovation.” With the increasing pressure on companies to keep pace in a rapidly evolving technological space, these capabilities are essential. 

But this is changing. The standardization of DevOps into Platform Engineering demonstrates the efforts many organizations are going to make developers' lives easier and more productive. While not a new field, this transition represents an evolution in how we design, build, and deliver software.

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