Evolving change management to software value realization
Most digital transformations fail. As a global entrepreneur and former software implementation consultant for Fortune 500 companies, I know that a digital initiative doesn’t end after a platform goes live. Digital change has a huge impact on our employees, who interact with about 13 applications 30 times per day to be successful in their jobs.
When trying to get employees to embrace new technology and tools, leaders say their biggest challenge is hard-to-use applications with a high learning curve (68 percent). It is, therefore, not surprising that many employees’ responses to digital transformation follow a process similar to the Kubler-Ross Stages of Grief. In the context of software adoption, we can think of this in terms of the associated Kubler-Ross Change Curve.
GenAI and its hallucinations: A guide for developers and security teams
With the rapid proliferation of Generative AI (GenAI), developers are increasingly integrating tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, Bard, and Claude into their workflows. According to OpenAI, over 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies are already using GenAI tools to some extent, whilst a separate report shows that 83 percent of developers are using AI-tools to speed up coding.
However, this enthusiasm for GenAI needs to be balanced with a note of caution as it also brings a wave of security challenges that are easily overlooked. For many organizations, the rapid adoption of these tools has outpaced the enterprise's understanding of their inherent security vulnerabilities. This would yield a set of blocking policies for example, Italy had at one point this year completely blocked usage of GPT, which is never the answer.
This misalignment could not only compromise an organization’s data integrity but also impact its overall cyber resilience. So, how should AppSec teams, developers, and business leaders respond to the security challenges that accompany the widespread use of GenAI?
TUXEDO Pulse 14 is an ultraportable Linux workstation powered by AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS
In a market where the word "ultraportable" often means compromising on power, the Pulse 14 emerges as a welcome paradox. This latest offering from TUXEDO is not just another addition to the mobile workstation pantheon; it redefines efficiency and performance in a form factor that challenges the status quo.
True to TUXEDO's roots, the Pulse 14 is a Linux-lover's dream, shipping with full support, pre-installed drivers, and custom-developed software packages. And for those who walk the line between Linux and Windows, the Pulse 14 offers the flexibility of Windows 11 as well.
Microsoft gives admins an extra three years of Extended Security Updates for Windows Server 2012
There is some good news for anyone who wants or needs to stick with Windows Server 2012 for a little longer.
Just a month after Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, and Windows Embedded Server 2012 R2 reached end of support, Microsoft has announced that administrators are able to get three additional years of Extended Security Updates (ESUs).
eufy launches Video Smart Lock E330 with 2K camera and fingerprint access
eufy, a subsidiary of Anker, has recently expanded its home security offerings with the launch of the Video Smart Lock E330. This new product combines several features: a 2K resolution camera, fingerprint access, and a video doorbell, all integrated into a single device.
A notable aspect of the E330 is its 8GB of local storage capacity, which comes without the need for additional subscription fees. This feature could appeal to users looking for a one-time purchase without ongoing costs.
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For many enterprises, the move to cloud computing has raised concerns for security, but when applications are architected with focus on security, cloud platforms can be made just as secure as on-premises platforms.
Cloud instances can be kept secure by employing security automation that helps make your data meet your organization's security policy.
To fix BI, build it into your applications
Business intelligence (BI) was once heralded as a technology that would democratize data, enabling everyone to become more productive and make better decisions. Today, though, analysts in the BI space like to share the same (and possibly apocryphal) statistic: The global business intelligence adoption rate is only 26 percent.
If only 26 percent of potential users ever access BI, something is broken. Why is access so poor? What can developers and engineers do to make BI achieve its full potential?
The evolving challenge of insider threats
Modern security teams need a 360-degree perspective if they are to successfully deal with all the risks they face. As well as protecting networks and data from external threat actors, organizations must also look at the risks posed by insiders -- a major security problem that brings a unique set of challenges.
Indeed, the issues associated with insider threats are growing to near ubiquitous levels. According to recent industry research, three-quarters of organizations say insider attacks have become more frequent, with more than half experiencing an insider threat in the last year. A major part of the challenge is identifying where the threats are coming from, given that employees and contractors already have varying levels of permitted access to systems. While the motivation for insiders can be malicious, employee errors can also result in hugely damaging security breaches.
Why ChatGPT won't solve your real-time translation needs
New technologies debut almost every day. This constant barrage of novel tools creates a perpetual cycle of overshadowing -- someone is always introducing a new technology that eclipses the previous innovation, and then something even newer comes out, and the cycle repeats itself. However, OpenAI’s ChatGPT broke that cycle.
Since ChatGPT’s debut in late 2022, the generative AI tool has exploded in popularity. It took just two months for the platform to reach 100 million users, a speed that shattered the previous record for fastest-growing app. The creators of ChatGPT expect the tool to generate $200 million this year and project that number will grow to $1 billion next year. Other businesses, like Google and Grammarly, are taking note. Both of these organizations have developed their own generative AI tool to enhance their business operations.
Best Windows apps this week
Five-hundred-and-sixty-eight in a series. Welcome to this week's overview of the best apps, games and extensions released for Windows 10 and 11 on the Microsoft Store and elsewhere in the past seven days.
Microsoft announced plans to retire the Tips app on Windows. Three Windows services will also be removed because of security concerns.
Malwarebytes for Business rebrands as 'ThreatDown'
In a bid to distinguish between its consumer and business offerings, Malwarebytes is relaunching its endpoint security platform for business as ThreatDown.
ThreatDown comes with a new Security Advisor dashboard and is available as a number of bundles that combine protection, threat intelligence, and expertise for IT-constrained organizations, reducing complexity and offering user-friendly security solutions.
Microsoft celebrates two decades of delivering scheduled Windows updates on Patch Tuesday
Patch Tuesday, the second Tuesday of each month when Microsoft releases updates for Windows, has been with us for a long time now. In fact, Microsoft has been using the predictable schedule for releasing patches for no less than 20 years.
The emergence of Patch Tuesday -- a day anticipated for its bug-fixing and dreaded for its bug-introductions -- dates back to the days of Bill Gates and Windows Vista. In celebrating the incredible landmark of two decades of update releases on a reliable timetable, Microsoft has shared some of the history behind it and reiterated the importance of updating the operating system in this way.
How contextual analysis can offer insight into the human element behind cyber threats [Q&A]
Cyber threats can come in many forms, over email, messaging platforms or social media. But what they all have in common is that they seek to exploit human weaknesses.
We spoke to Chris Lehman, CEO of SafeGuard Cyber, to discover how contextual analysis of business conversations can help determine if a conversation is benign or if something suspicious is taking place, allowing action to be taken.
Monoprice launches 40-inch CrystalPro Ultrawide QHD 144Hz USB-C monitor
Monoprice is at it again, folks -- this time with an affordable monitor that promises not just to improve your computing experience, but to completely transform it. Introducing the CrystalPro 40-inch Ultrawide Quad HD IPS panel productivity monitor. If you thought your current screen was sufficient, prepare to have your expectations shattered and your productivity amplified by the impressive 3440x1440 resolution.
Let’s talk real estate -- screen real estate, that is. The CrystalPro’s expansive 40-inch Ultrawide display isn’t just a luxury; it’s a game changer. Gone are the days of alt-tabbing through cramped windows. This monitor lets you spread out your projects for side-by-side efficiency that’ll have you wondering how you ever managed with less space.
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