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Waste-to-energy plant for Auckland's rubbish moves closer
Climate change

Waste-to-energy plant for Auckland's rubbish moves closer

Support is growing for a proposed GBP £570 million Kaipara incinerator that could burn Auckland and Northland rubbish and power 165,000 homes by 2028.

By Susan Botting • 4 min read • Sun, 10th Mar 2024

Global Stories

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How to calculate your utilization: Professional Services 101
DevOps

How to calculate your utilization: Professional Services 101

Determining your consultancy's utilisation – involves assessing billable hours as a proportion of total hours worked, with automation offering time-saving calculation benefits.

By Nicola Stewart • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2024
AI in physical security: Opportunities, risks, and responsibility
Generative AI

AI in physical security: Opportunities, risks, and responsibility

AI technology is changing the physical security industry, with machine learning and deep learning enhancing detection and object classification.

By George Moawad • 8 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024
The convergence of endpoint security & automated investigation & response
Malware

The convergence of endpoint security & automated investigation & response

Endpoint threats soared by 50% in 2023, prompting organisations to adopt Endpoint Automated Investigation and Response (EAIR) to enhance security and respond swiftly to data breaches.

By Nils Krumrey • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024
Generative AI and the rise of 'AI-nxiety'
Data Analytics

Generative AI and the rise of 'AI-nxiety'

'AI-nxiety' amongst tech professionals is prevalent, but generative AI presents an opportunity rather than a threat, potentially driving further innovation and efficiency within the industry.

By Jeremiah Stone • 5 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2024
A proactive approach to cyber and physical security
Network Infrastructure

A proactive approach to cyber and physical security

Recent Genetec survey reveals a rising awareness of cyber threats targeting physical security systems, sparking increased investment in cybersecurity resources and protocols.

By George Moawad • 5 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2024
Embracing change: Making the shift from CEO to CPO & President
Recruitment

Embracing change: Making the shift from CEO to CPO & President

Projectworks' CEO steps down to take on dual role as Chief Product Officer and President, welcoming former Nexient CEO, Mark Orttung, to steer the company's global transition.

By Matthew Hayter • 7 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2024
Factors to consider before undertaking an AI deployment
Data Protection

Factors to consider before undertaking an AI deployment

As AI advancements continue, businesses grapple with factors such as data security, workflow changes and employee impact, while exploring beneficial AI opportunities.

By Petar Bielovich • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2024
How to calculate your margin: Professional Services 101
Financial Systems

How to calculate your margin: Professional Services 101

Ensuring fiscal health: Understanding and regularly checking your margins can unlock insights about your firm's financial state, calculate gross profit and avoid common errors.

By Nicola Stewart • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: Transformative tech key to supporting student wellbeing
Digital Entertainment

IWD 2024: Transformative tech key to supporting student wellbeing

Higher Education institutions in the UK face considerable challenges as outdated tech intensifies problems around student wellbeing and retention.

By Sarah Fry • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024
Overcoming the threat of account takeover fraud
Multi-factor authentication

Overcoming the threat of account takeover fraud

Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting online accounts in identity theft surge, with ATO fraud attacks increasing by over 350% in 2023, finds digital fraud management firm, Sift.

By Ashley Diffey • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024
The benefits and risks of Artificial Intelligence
Data Analytics

The benefits and risks of Artificial Intelligence

AI is a powerful business tool, yet it carries potential risks. According to Immuta's 2024 Data Security Report, robust data governance is crucial to maintain security.

By Anthony Farr • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024
The power of embedded green finance
Marketing Technologies

The power of embedded green finance

Banks wrestling with outdated systems can bolster sustainability efforts by leveraging carbon management to personalise client services, ensuring greener finance integrates seamlessly with consumer lifestyles.

By David Beer • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: In my first business, I exclusively hired working moms. Here's why.
Unified Communications

IWD 2024: In my first business, I exclusively hired working moms. Here's why.

Challenging stereotypes, a director recounts hiring working mothers for her first business, spotlighting their productivity and resilience, and championing gender equality.

By Lisa Marie Maxson • 4 min read • Sat, 9th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: DEI dilemmas: Why rethinking inclusivity is crucial
International Women's Day

IWD 2024: DEI dilemmas: Why rethinking inclusivity is crucial

On IWD 2024, addressing substantial gender pay gaps and shrinking DEI teams challenge the effectiveness of current strategies, demanding a strategic shift towards genuine inclusivity.

By Lauren Ryder • 4 min read • Sat, 9th Mar 2024
IWD 2024: New paths for women into data analytics
EduTech

IWD 2024: New paths for women into data analytics

IWD 2024: Unconventional strategies such as mid-career resets and conversion courses seek to increase women's representation in data analytics, amid concerning gender gap.

By Dr Clare Walsh • 4 min read • Sat, 9th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Five ways AI is already strengthening cyber-defences
Firewalls

Five ways AI is already strengthening cyber-defences

While attackers leverage AI for phishing and automated attacks, it also bolsters defenders' toolkit with enhanced threat detection, email security, training, response, and application security.

By Matt Caffrey • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2024