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IBM's Hot Weather Move, Oracle's Cloud Push: Big Data Roundup
Oracle's assertive cloud plans, and big weather plays from IBM and Amazon were among the top stories in big data for the week ending Oct 30. Here's a look at those developments, and other news from Microsoft, SAS, and more.
NYC Flagship Opens, Outlook Mobile Redesign: Microsoft Roundup
This week brought Microsoft's NYC store opening, a facelift for Outlook on iOS and Android, and the general availability of Surface Book and Surface Pro 4.
Oracle Adds Multi-Tenancy To WebLogic Application Server
Several applications may now be consolidated under one instance of WebLogic, potentially enabling users to decrease server hardware purchases.
Verizon IoT Strategy: Smart Cities, ThingSpace For Developers
The market for the Internet of Things is growing rapidly, and Verizon is stepping up its efforts on a multitude of fronts, the company announced.
Outlook On iOS, Android Gets UI Revamp
Microsoft redesigns the iOS and Android versions of Outlook, which will soon replace calendar app Sunrise.
DMCA Ruling: OK To Mod Code In Cars, Jailbreak Smartphones
Reviewing and modifying automotive software will be lawful in 12 months, thanks to a copyright law exemption.
IBM Buys The Weather Company In Watson IoT Push
IBM has announced it will acquire most assets of The Weather Company, including its data, analytics, and cloud capabilities. Here's how Big Blue will leverage them as part of its Insight and Internet of Things businesses.
Oracle Users Not Rushing To The Cloud
As Oracle OpenWorld focused heavily on cloud, many members of the Oracle Applications User Group are just getting started with hybrid clouds. Here's why on-premises implementations continue to be important to these core organizations.
Windows Tablet Sales Boosted By Enterprise Demand
Microsoft's Surface tablets are bucking overall market trends by meeting enterprise needs, even as Apple iPad and Google Android-based tablets continue to fight for market share. Here's why CIOs and other IT leaders are embracing the Microsoft mobile devices.
Office 2016: 8 Enterprise-Worthy Features
The newest version of Office is designed for consumer and business users alike. So, which new features will matter most in the enterprise? Here's a look at the ones you'll really want for work.
Net Neutrality Vote: EU Will Allow Data Discrimination
Rejecting strong net neutrality protections, the European Parliament has voted to allow Internet fast lanes.
Intel's Saffron Buy Spices Up IoT, Big Data Offerings
The chip-making giant looks to the future of the Internet of Things with the acquisition of cognitive computing company Saffron Technology.
IBM Watson Ecosystem Expands With 6 New Partners
IBM announces six more companies that will create apps and services using IBM's Watson Developer Cloud.
Rimini Street, Oracle Spar Over Lawsuit Outcome
Oracle declares it won a significant victory, but Rimini Street sees silver lining in jury's $50 million damage award.
IBM, Jasper Partner For IoT Services Platform
Large corporations will be able to access Jasper's Control Center through IBM's Bluemix. The goal: To enable companies that sell products such as heavy equipment or vehicles to add a variety of services to their customers, such as predictive maintenance or telematics.
Oracle CEO Hurd Makes Bold Cloud Predictions
Oracle Co-CEO Mark Hurd said the current IT on-premises operating model is unsustainable and much of IT operations will move to the cloud in the next 10 years.
Microsoft Store: First Look Inside NYC Flagship
Microsoft opens the doors of its massive NYC flagship store the same day it releases the Surface Book and Surface Pro 4 to the public.
Larry Ellison: Oracle Sets Sights On Cloud Competitors
In his opening keynote at Oracle OpenWorld on Oct. 25, executive chairman and CTO Larry Ellison distanced the company from the likes of SAP and IBM, while highlighting major cloud service providers such as Amazon AWS and longtime SaaS/PaaS players such as Salesforce.
HTML 5 Vs. Native Apps: What's Best For Developers?
Debate rages on about whether an HTML5 Web application or a native platform application is the best solution for your project team. We've put together this list of arguments -- five for HTML5 and five for native apps -- to help frame the debate.
Windows Phone Fail, Surface Enterprise Update: Microsoft Roundup
Microsoft added to its Surface Enterprise Program, released its quarterly earnings, dealt with its Windows Phone failures, and quietly slashed 1,000 more jobs this week.
Your Robot Replacement Has Arrived
Robotic process automation can help companies operate more frugally and efficiently, though potentially at the expense of human workers.
Microsoft Earnings: Cloud Rises, Hardware Falls
Cloud computing continues to give Microsoft strength amid declines in hardware sales.
SAP Marries Commerce, Community For Engagement
SAP Jam Communities, edition for SAP hybris Commerce aims to create a more coherent link between commerce, analytics, and business engagement.
10 iPhone Apps Only An IT Pro Could Love
The Apple iTunes store is chock-full of apps that are equally useful to IT and business users. Here, we're focusing on 10 iPhone apps that only IT professionals could love. See what we've uncovered.
SAP Reports Strong Q3 Cloud Momentum
SAP reported a huge cloud revenue increase for Q3 at a time when many of its rivals in the traditional enterprise apps space are struggling with cloud. Here are the numbers.
SIM CIO Report: IT Leadership Hits A 'Watershed Moment'
One-third to one-half of the current crop of CIOs will be gone in 5 to 10 years, says the lead researcher for SIM's annual IT trends survey. Do you fit the profile of the CIO of the future? What's top-of-mind for CIOs right now?
Microsoft Enhances Surface Enterprise Program
Microsoft aims to accelerate enterprise adoption of Windows 10 and Surface Pro 4 with additions to its Surface Enterprise program.
IBM Reveals Source Code To China: WSJ
IBM's decision is a "goodwill" gesture aimed at expansion in the Chinese market.
Top Windows 10 Apps To Boost Your Productivity
Whether you're working on a Surface Pro 4, a Surface Book, or an upgraded Windows 10 laptop, here are 10 apps to take your productivity to the next level.
Windows 10 PC, Mobile Builds, Skype For iOS: Microsoft Roundup
Microsoft released preview builds for Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile. Skype for Business came to iOS. Acer launched new Windows 10 PCs.
Red Hat Acquires Ansible For Hybrid Cloud IT Automation
Red Hat said that open source cloud management provider Ansible's technology will enhance its lineup of IT automation tools and help enterprises deploy and manage public, private, and hybrid cloud. Here are the details.
Box Breaks Out Beyond Cloud Storage Toward Content Services
Box is betting on developers to turn what began as a storage service into a content platform with its newly unveiled Box Platform.
SAP, Splunk Dashboards Aim To Satisfy Data Hunger
The "data-driven enterprise" is becoming a reality as more and more executive teams look to support their decisions with data. Dashboards, such as the new products and services from Splunk and SAP, are on their way to becoming key components in the new executive reality.
Dell, EMC Deal Sets VMworld Europe Abuzz
VMworld Europe coincided with the news of Dell's planned acquisition of EMC, which owns 80% of VMware. Naturally, VMware executives, channel partners, and enterprise customers had a lot to say about the deal. Here's how attendees reacted to the news.
Microsoft's Skype For Business Officially Lands On iOS
iPhone and iPad users can now download Skype for Business, which Microsoft has rolled out to iOS devices.
Windows 10 Insider Build 10565: Cortana, Skype Updates
Microsoft releases Insider Preview Build 10565 to the Fast ring and delivers updates to Skype, Microsoft Edge, and Cortana.
Adobe, Dropbox Ease Access To PDFs, E-Signatures In The Cloud
Adobe is looking to make online document management and authentication easier, especially in the cloud, with new e-signature capabilities and enhanced Dropbox integration.
Big Data, Cloud, Mobile, Security Drive ROI, Dell Survey Finds
Dell's second annual Global Technology Adoption Index shows companies investing in big data, cloud, mobility, and security are enjoying about 50% faster revenue growth than their competitors that didn't invest.
Dell, EMC Deal: 10 Things IT Needs To Know
Enterprise IT executives were left wondering what the massive Dell-EMC deal might mean to them. There's a lot you'll want to know (especially if you're an EMC customer). As we ponder the implications of the massive merger, what springs to mind are 10 ways we expect the deal to impact IT.
Dell's EMC Acquisition: Perils, Opportunities Abound
Dell's plan to acquire EMC for $67 billion reflects the major disruptions taking place in enterprise IT as businesses increasingly shift toward cloud computing. Here's what IT leaders need to know about the deal.
7 Microsoft Improvements We Need To See
Microsoft has demonstrated its commitment to building tech for the future, but there is still some room for improvement across Windows, Office, and hardware.
NASA's Mars Journey: Next Steps For Mankind
Sometime in the 2030s, NASA wants to land astronauts on Mars. Here's a look at what it will take to get us there.
Windows 10 Device Bonanza, Lumia Struggle: Microsoft Roundup
Microsoft this week debuted the Surface Book, the Surface Pro 4, Lumia handsets, and an updated Band. Can its new hardware compete and help spike Windows 10 sales?
LogMeIn Acquires LastPass For $110 Million
IT management and remote control software provider LogMeIn is bolstering its identity and access management play by acquiring LastPass, the popular password management service.
10 Emerging IT Trends From Gartner Symposium
Here's a look at the top 10 emerging IT trends from the Gartner Symposium 2015, and what they mean for your IT operation.
Amazon QuickSight Looks To Disrupt BI Market
Amazon's QuickSight provides fast and easy-to-use analytics and visualizations that can draw on multiple data sources including AWS-based services and external platforms such as Salesforce.
Microsoft Devices: PC Potential, Mobile Struggle
Microsoft launched some impressive Windows 10 hardware, but the smartphone remains a weak link for the tech giant.
Cotap Aims To Put Brakes On Texting While Driving
Enterprise messaging app company Cotap can now enforce corporate policies that forbid texting while driving.
Andy Rubin: AI Is The Future Of Computing, Mobility
Andy Rubin, the man behind Google's Android operating system, thinks artificial intelligence will define computing in the future.
GE Charges Into IoT, Cloud Analytics Space
GE is going full steam ahead in its efforts to become a digital company. This includes new emphasis on IoT and analytics.
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