How financial services cyber regulations are hotting up for API security
Financial services firms deploy an increasingly complicated mix of technologies, systems, applications, and processes to serve customers and partners and to solve organizational challenges. Focused heavily on consumer hyper-personalization, banks are evolving more and more digital assets and services to meet and exceed growing customer experience expectations.
As a result, the modern banking environment is heavily reliant on APIs to the point that they are now indispensable. APIs allow financial banks to connect with their ecosystem, while inspiring innovative developers to create new products, improve existing services, and work more efficiently.
Satechi Dual Dock Stand provides NVMe SSD storage and multi-screen flexibility
Today, Satechi launches its newest product, the Dual Dock Stand – a fusion of a docking station with an NVMe SSD Enclosure. The Dual Dock can transform an Apple MacBook or Windows laptop into a makeshift desktop. The stand, built from robust aluminum, sports a space-gray and black finish.
The Dual Dock Stand boasts two HDMI ports and a DisplayPort, allowing users the flexibility to expand their screen capacity with a crisp 4K/60Hz resolution. This expansion can accommodate up to two monitors, although those with Mac M1/M2 systems should note the limitation of just one external display.
New tool helps IT teams measure their environmental footprint
All organizations are under pressure to make their operations greener and more sustainable. But sometimes it can be hard to accurately measure the impact of your operations, especially if you're relying on cloud services.
Nutanix is launching a new tool to help organizations understand how different factors can influence their environmental footprint by estimating annual power and emissions for various solutions and locations.
Why composability is the key to delivering outstanding digital experiences
In today’s fast-paced digital world, it’s tough enough for organizations to attract customers and keep them loyal let alone to build sustainable and profitable growth. Being up against competitors that invest further in tech, it’s a challenge to deliver the innovative and highly personalized experiences customers expect.
One of the biggest tech drivers for digital experiences, a Content Management System (CMS), is the digital transformation tool for elevating digital experiences. With the availability of modern (hybrid and/or headless) CMS , brands are realizing they need to reassess their approach if they are to deliver for users’ expectations and evolving business requirements.
Enterprises struggle with basic security hygiene
Both ransomware groups and APTs continue to exploit vulnerabilities in public-facing applications, particularly in security appliances, business email technologies and enterprise file transfer products.
The latest mid-year threat review from Rapid7, based on the company's threat analytics and underground intelligence data, shows almost 40 percent of incidents Rapid7 managed services teams saw in the first half of 2023 were the result of missing or lax enforcement of multi-factor authentication, particularly for VPNs and virtual desktop infrastructure.
Google launches new Transparency Center as a central hub for policy information
Google has announced a new online hub called Transparency Center, where it will provide information about the policies that relate to its various products and services, including AI-related policies.
The company says that in the Transparency Center, visitors can find details about the decisions and processes that resulted in certain policies, access transparency reports and more. The hub can also be used to report policy violations to Google.
Google Chrome to warn users about problematic extensions
Google Chrome 117, the next major version of Google's dominant web browser, will inform users if an installed extension is no longer available on the Chrome Web Store.
Browser extensions may be removed from the official Chrome Store for extensions for a number of reasons: extension developers may pull them from the Store, Google may remove them because of malware or policy violations.
Microsoft is giving Windows 11 users the option to remove some bloat
Few people would argue with the notion that Windows 11 comes with more than a little baggage. If you buy a computer with the operating system pre-installed, you can almost always expect the inclusion of bloatware from the manufacturer, but there are plenty of unwanted components even after a clean installation.
With the latest build of Windows 11, however, this is changing. Microsoft is apparently aware, and -- more importantly -- taking notice, of the fact that users are annoyed by having apps forced upon them without the option of uninstalling them. So the company is making it possible to remove more of Windows 11's built-in apps and components.
Microsoft reveals a secret keyboard shortcut that makes Task Manager easier to manage
For power users, people troubleshooting problems, and anyone looking to kill a troublesome app, Windows' Task Manager is a seriously useful utility. Having been around for so many years, you might think there would be nothing new to learn about the tool. Think again!
Microsoft has just shared details of a keyboard shortcut that works in the Windows 10 and Windows 11 versions of Task Manager. For anyone who has been frustrated by the speed at which the list of processes changes, this tip is absolute gold.
ADATA unveils XPG CORE REACTOR II: 80 PLUS GOLD PSU ready for PCIe 5.0 and ATX 3.0
Today, ADATA unveils the XPG CORE REACTOR II series of 80 PLUS GOLD modular power supply units (PSU). A sequel to one of the most acclaimed gaming PSUs, this series embodies the same legendary build quality, compact form, and the promise of delivering consistent and efficient power. And did I mention the optimal fan curve that ensures a peaceful and quiet gaming experience?
Heeding the call from its dedicated community, XPG has incorporated direct feedback into the CORE REACTOR II. Now flaunting an updated sleek design that reflects its gaming-centric prowess, this series also introduces two robust wattage classes: 1000W and 1200W.
Sabrent Rocket Nano XTRM SSD features Thunderbolt and USB compatibility
There are few tech experiences as frustrating as waiting for large files to transfer. It's why Sabrent’s all-new Rocket Nano XTRM (SB-XTMN) is so exciting. If you've been on the hunt for a blazingly fast external SSD, look no further.
The Rocket Nano XTRM is not just about speed; it’s about maximizing it. When connected via its Thunderbolt 3 mode, expect a staggering 40Gbps, allowing transfers to reach an awe-inspiring 2,700MBps. If you're thinking this kind of speed might tie it down to newer tech, think again. For older USB devices, the SB-XTMN falls back to USB mode, achieving a very respectable 900MBps (USB 3.2 Gen 2x1).
Sensitive data is exposed in over 30 percent of cloud assets
New analysis of more than 13 billion files stored in public cloud environments reveals that more than 30 percent of cloud data assets contain sensitive information.
The study by Dig Security shows personal identifiable information (PII) is the most common sensitive data type that organizations save. In a sample data set of a billion records, more than 10 million social security numbers were found -- the sixth most common type of sensitive information -- followed by almost three million credit card numbers, the seventh most common type.
A quarter of IT professionals are considering quitting their jobs
New research released today by Ivanti shows that a quarter of IT professionals are seriously contemplating leaving their current jobs within the next six months, potentially costing US companies upwards of $145 billion dollars.
The report also shows IT staff are 1.4 times more likely to disengage and 'quiet quit' their jobs compared to other knowledge workers.
The evolution of cyber threat tactics [Q&A]
Data breaches and cyberattacks are seldom far from the news, and it's an area that seldom stands still for long.
We spoke to founder and CEO of White Knight Labs, Greg Hatcher, to discuss how threat tactics are evolving and what organizations can do to protect themselves.
Microsoft rolls back KB5028244 update and issues advice following ClickOnce issues in Windows 10
Windows 10 users who installed the recent KB5028244 update have been experiencing issues with apps deployed with ClickOnce. The problems have seemingly been widespread as Microsoft has been forced to implement a Known Issue Rollback (KIR).
No details about the cause or scale of the issues have been revealed but KIRs are relatively rare, pointing to serious concerns. Microsoft has also issued some advice to those who have run into problems.
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