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The current cloud landscape presents organisations with complex challenges in securing and managing their infrastructure, as highlighted in a recent Checkpoint Cloud Security Report. This study revealed that 76% of cybersecurity professionals are deeply concerned about cloud security, with challenges ranging from misconfigurations to skill gaps. These issues underscore the critical importance of adopting hybrid cloud solutions for disaster recovery (DR) planning, enabling resilience while addressing the complexities of multicloud environments. Story here: https://lnkd.in/g72u6-bi

Intel Corporation recently announced the release of a set of graphic cards under the code-name “Battlemage”. The cards fall under the umbrella of the Arc B-Series and consist of the Intel Arc B580 and B570 GPUs. Story here: https://lnkd.in/gxCtnWGV

SlashNext has revealed that AI and automation are driving a huge increase in credential compromise attacks, with the threat accelerating at a shocking pace. How shocking? Well, according to the report, credential theft attacks surged by 703% in the second half of 2024, with a sharp escalation in the use of sophisticated phishing kits and social engineering tactics. “The 703% increase in credential phishing and 141% rise in social engineering attacks align with the expanded use of generative AI,” said Callie Guenther, Senior Manager of the Cyber Threat Research Team at managed detection and response provider Critical Start. Nicole Carignan, Vice President of Strategic Cyber AI at Darktrace, said that we should be fighting AI with AI. “As sophistication of phishing attacks continue to grow,” she said, “organisations cannot rely on employees to be the last line of defence against these attacks.” Story here: https://lnkd.in/gBkfgi7T

By 2025, Gartner predicts that 75% of enterprise-generated data will be created and processed outside traditional data centres or the cloud, a significant increase from less than 10% in 2018. This exponential growth underscores the rising importance of edge computing, a distributed computing model that processes data closer to its source. Here, we explore what edge computing is all about in more detail: https://lnkd.in/gvGd4PpR

The world is addicted to data. And it’s not just individuals but corporations and organisations too. In our contemporary setup, data has emerged as a core asset for businesses – the new oil. However, safeguarding this valuable resource requires a robust storage and backup strategy, particularly in the face of mounting cyber threats, natural disasters and operational errors. Without a solid plan, organisations risk losing not just data but also their competitive edge, customer trust and compliance footing. Read more about it, here: https://lnkd.in/gfjJRpxV

Understanding the distinctions between hybrid cloud and multicloud environments is critical for organisations aiming to optimise their IT strategies. While both architectures involve multiple cloud services, they differ significantly in structure and application. Choosing the right approach depends on a business’s specific needs – such as scalability, security and operational efficiency – making it essential to grasp these concepts thoroughly before implementation. We explain the differences, here: https://lnkd.in/gczwzeuM

Choosing between solid-state drives (SSDs) and hard disk drives (HDDs) comes down to your preferences regarding performance, longevity and cost-effectiveness. The comparison below delves into the nuances of SSDs and HDDs, providing insights tailored to various use cases. Here, we focus on 2.5in SSDs as opposed to M.2 SSDs. The former are more commonly found in servers, data centres and desktop PCs, while M.2 SSDs are favoured by laptop makers for their slim designs. They’re also faster… and cost more. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/gCy8BNFT

Networking virtualisation is a technology that abstracts networking functions from the underlying hardware. In doing so, it allows enterprises to optimise resource utilisation, enhance scalability and simplify network management. This decoupling of network services from underlying hardware often leads to better flexibility and efficiency. Here's how it all works and why it matters for businesses: https://lnkd.in/ghm96mD9

Meta’s 2024 Sustainability Report unveils its ambitious environmental strategy, showcasing efforts to balance ecological goals with the demands of powering global digital infrastructure. The comprehensive document highlights both successes and challenges in meeting green targets with pioneering renewable energy projects and sophisticated carbon accounting methods being used across operations. While the report promotes a firm statement of sustainability, it also reveals the complexities and occasional setbacks. Even for an operation the size of Meta, green is a tough shade to pull off, writes Lee Grant. Story here: https://lnkd.in/gQY7byt8

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has published its latest set of financial results, with a strong quarter driven by traditional server sales. The results, for the financial quarter that ended on 31 October, showed the company’s revenue reaching $8.5 billion, a 15% increase on the corresponding quarter a year ago. Story here: https://lnkd.in/gEWPZT26