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3 business benefits of stronger security using Zero Trust principles

CIO

Historically, these weren’t designed with security in mind. OT assets are highly vulnerable to attack because they don’t have built-in security, traffic isn’t encrypted and there’s low visibility into their functioning. Security is paramount for the core infrastructure that supports manufacturing and industrial operations.

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More connected, less secure: Addressing IoT and OT threats to the enterprise

CIO

It also introduces new security challenges that demand our attention, especially as IoT is integrated into operational technology (OT) environments. 6 IoT vulnerabilities to watch out for Security risks are a significant concern for businesses using LoT and OT technology.

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Why IT leaders are putting more business spin on security spend

CIO

Gartner projects that spending on information security and risk management products and services will grow 11.3% To better focus security spend, some chief information security officers (CISOs) are shifting their risk assessments from IT systems to the data, applications, and processes that keep the business going.

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CIOs are worried about the informal rise of generative AI in the enterprise

CIO

He also identified technologies to secure the AI engines and workflows used by the company (or its 3 rd party partners) that support creative content development. Not all companies have security systems that can detect, block, or remediate this type of behavior.

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Top Tools for Your Cloud Data Security Stack in 2023

Smart Data Collective

Cloud data security is a crucial aspect of safeguarding sensitive data stored in cloud environments from unauthorized access, theft, and other security threats. This entails implementing a wide range of robust security measures that can protect cloud infrastructure, applications, and data from advanced cyber threats.

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IT services company Atos finalizes plan for IBM-style split

CIO

The deal will spell an end to the current one-stop shop for IT services that it offers its enterprise customers, but will free up capital and cash-flow for it to invest in more modern activities: digital transformation , smart digital platforms, cloud technology, cybersecurity, high-performance computing and AI.

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Atos contemplates fire sale as break-up plan falters

CIO

Negotiations over the sale of its legacy infrastructure services business are dragging on, and the company is contemplating the sale of more profitable activities such as its big data and security business to meet debt repayment obligations. billion and €1.8 billion from Airbus.

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