Why the mobile experience is important for eCommerce
Mobiles have become a pivotal part of the shopping experience. With each passing year, the statistics favoring mobile shopping increase, further underlining the importance of having an online store configured for mobile shopping. But why is mobile such a key aspect of shopping online? Here, we examine the power of mobile and why your online store should ensure it's optimized for more than one device.
According to Statista, mobile use numbers have grown impressively year on year. There are increasingly more users accessing the web and buying products and services from their smartphones than at any previous point in history, increasing from 52.45 percent of all eCommerce sales in 2016 to an all time high in 2022. This trend in increased m-commerce can been seen globally for example in the US 78 percent of sales traffic came from smart phones.
New security tools aim to protect enterprises from phishing attacks
A new set of zero trust email security solutions from Cloudflare are aimed at protecting employees from multichannel phishing attacks, preventing sensitive data from being exfiltrated via email, and helping businesses speed up and simplify deployments,
Compatible with any email provider, the protection is integrated into Cloudflare's platform, helping to secure all of an organization's applications and data.
Microsoft needs to improve Nearby Share to include mobiles
Microsoft introduced Nearby Share in Windows 10 as a way to quickly transfer files between PCs that support it wirelessly. The system uses Bluetooth or Wi-Fi for the functionality and is supported on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Microsoft improved Nearby Share on Windows 11 by adding sharing over a private Wi-Fi network to the functionality.
Almost half of people think cyberattackers shouldn't be prosecuted -- provided they hand back some of their proceeds
New research from cybersecurity company Naoris Protocol finds 48 percent of people surveyed think criminals who break into computer networks with malicious intent should be paid a percentage of the funds they steal and face no prosecution if they return the majority of their spoils.
The survey of over 500 people working in the cybersecurity and web arenas found just 38 percent saying they disagreed with not prosecuting malicious hackers, while 13 percent were unsure.
Why UK healthcare organizations need a multi-layered approach to protect against ever-evolving threats
Today, England’s aging population, the growth in chronic conditions and co-morbidities, a shortage of young people entering the profession, the deployment of new technologies, processes and treatments, an explosion in data, as well as an escalating threat landscape all contribute to the UK’s healthcare challenges. This complex combination is creating opportunities for threat actors to take advantage of weaknesses in systems security and technology as attention is diverted elsewhere.
Until COVID-19 struck, UK healthcare was structured around face-to-face interactions between patients and clinicians in hub settings such as hospitals and GP surgeries. When the pandemic made this approach too high-risk, it ushered in an era of virtual consultations on a scale never previously attainable.
Microsoft is rolling out an energy-saving software update to Xbox consoles
Anyone with an Xbox Series X or S can expect to see a software update from Microsoft in the near future that will change the way their console uses energy-saving power modes.
The company has announced that it is rolling out an update that should dramatically reduce power consumption when an Xbox is not in use. The update will switch consoles to using Shutdown (energy saving) mode, which Microsoft says can cut power usage by up to 20 times.
Responsible use of tech is seen as a pressing business need
According to a new report, 73 percent of business leaders think responsible technology use will become as important as business or financial considerations when making tech decisions.
The study from Thoughtworks is based on a survey of 550 senior executives from nine countries around the world. When asked about the tangible business benefits of adopting responsible technology, the top response was better customer acquisition/retention (47 percent).
Microsoft is launching Teams Premium and some features that are currently free will be paywalled
Back in October, Microsoft announced plans to launch Microsoft Teams Premium, a paid-for version of its meeting and collaboration software. Now we know that the Premium tier is due to launch next month, and that as of February some of the features and options that are currently available to everyone for free will only be available to Premium users.
Although a precise launch date has not yet been revealed, Microsoft has told partners that the current schedule has Microsoft Teams Premium launching in "early February 2023". The company has also said that "some Teams features will move from Teams licenses to Teams Premium licenses".
New Microsoft 365 Basic tier includes 100GB of cloud storage, ad-free Outlook, Windows 11 help and more for just $2 per month
Microsoft has announced a new low-cost Microsoft 365 tier, giving access to a cloud storage boost and more. Priced at just $1.99 per month, Microsoft 365 Basic includes 100GB of cloud storage, removes advertising from the mobile and web versions of Outlook, and also includes access to the free web-based versions of various Office components.
Microsoft 365 Basic is replacing the current OneDrive Standalone 100GB plan, with existing users being automatically migrated later this month. Microsoft is quick to point out that while there is no change to plan costs, there are now more benefits for the same price -- including technical support for Windows 11.
Nine out of 10 companies plan to grow their investment in automation
More than nine in 10 IT leaders have invested in process automation over the past year, and 91 percent say their organization plans to increase investment in process automation over the next 24 months, compared with 88 percent when asked the same question a year ago.
These findings come from a new report published today by Camunda, based on research carried out by Regina Corso Consulting, but the study also finds there are concerns, as 69 percent say that as more tasks become automated, it's harder to visualize end-to-end processes.
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Apps gain more security flaws as they get older
Just as machinery becomes less reliable as it gets older and people develop more health issues with age, so it seems software is more likely to have security flaws later in its life.
A new report from security testing company Veracode shows that while 32 percent of applications are found to have flaws at the first scan, by the time they have been in production for five years, nearly 70 percent contain at least one security flaw.
Personal details account for almost half of stolen data
Personal employee or customer data accounted for nearly half (45 percent) of all data stolen between July 2021 and June 2022 according to the latest report from Imperva.
Companies' source code and proprietary information accounted for a further 6.7 percent and 5.6 percent respectively. On a more positive note, the research finds that theft of credit card information and password details has dropped by 64 percent compared to 2021.
Should crypto investors seek new ventures?
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, it seems like everything has gone online for safety and convenience -- including work, education, medical care, entertainment, sales and more. It’s no surprise that cryptocurrency, which encompasses all types of digital or virtual currency, took off in 2021 as well.
Crypto investment has skyrocketed recently. Cryptocurrency users and investors have created a lot of buzz about this market and its potential. The biggest cryptocurrencies include Bitcoin and Ethereum, while exchanges like Binance, Coinbase Exchange and Kraken provide places to invest, trade and explore new markets. However, cryptocurrency is volatile. Recently, as the novelty has worn off, many investors have begun questioning crypto's risks and long-term viability. Here are some ways to diversify your investment portfolio or find cryptocurrency alternatives.
Industry reactions to CES 2023
CES 2023 marked the return of the biggest annual events in the tech world. From gaming pods to e-ink laptops to a gel that lets you safely hit your hand with a hammer, this year’s showcase didn’t disappoint eager fans of the event.
We spoke to three industry leaders from Interbrand, Imagination and Tribal Worldwide about what excited and inspired them most about this year’s expo.
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