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Find Your New Job in IT Today
James M. Connolly, Editorial Director, InformationWeek and Network Computing
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By James M. Connolly Editorial Director, InformationWeek and Network Computing, 5/20/2019
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97% of Americans Can’t Ace a Basic Security Test
Steve Zurier, Contributing Writer
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Still, a new Google study uncovers a bit of good news, too.
By Steve Zurier Contributing Writer, 5/20/2019
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7 Signs of the Rising Threat of Magecart Attacks in 2019
Ericka Chickowski, Contributing Writer
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Magecart attacks continue to grow in momentum. Here are the stats and stories that show what's behind the mayhem.
By Ericka Chickowski Contributing Writer, 5/20/2019
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How a Manufacturing Firm Recovered from a Devastating Ransomware Attack
Kelly Jackson Higgins, Executive Editor at Dark Reading
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The infamous Ryuk ransomware slammed a small company that makes heavy-duty vehicle alternators for government and emergency fleet. Here's what happened.
By Kelly Jackson Higgins Executive Editor at Dark Reading, 5/20/2019
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Six DevOps Misconceptions Debunked
John Edwards, Technology Journalist & Author
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The road to DevOps success is littered with myths and misconceptions. Here are the largest potholes you need to avoid.
By John Edwards Technology Journalist & Author, 5/20/2019
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Will the Real AI Please Stand Up?
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Make sure that your use of machine learning has more substance than hype. Here’s a framework you can use to help you cut through the noise.
By Steve Herrod, Managing Director, General Catalyst , 5/20/2019
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Q1 2019 Smashes Record For Most Reported Vulnerabilities in a Quarter
Jai Vijayan, Contributing Writer
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Once again, a high-proportion of the reported flaws have no current fix, according to Risk Based Security.
By Jai Vijayan Contributing Writer, 5/17/2019
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Smart Cities NY: A Mix of Civics, Big Data, Security
Joao-Pierre S. Ruth, Senior Writer
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City officials meet technology innovators to pursue solutions that may improve life in urban centers as smart cities.
By Joao-Pierre S. Ruth Senior Writer, 5/17/2019
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The Basics of CI/CD for Data Science and Machine Learning
Pierre DeBois, Founder, Zimana
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Continuous integration and continuous deployment are IT practices that encourage testing code often. Learn how these practices also shape data-driven initiatives.
By Pierre DeBois Founder, Zimana, 5/17/2019
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Enterprise Leadership in the Digital Age
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We are in an era when technology can help to drive business success, but it requires that everyone in the organization understand tech's potential.
By Bill Kracunas and Brian Becker, Consulting Leaders, RSM , 5/17/2019
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US Charges Members of GozNym Cybercrime Gang
Jai Vijayan, Contributing Writer
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The FBI and counterparts from other nations say group infected over 41,000 computers with malware that steals banking credentials.
By Jai Vijayan Contributing Writer, 5/16/2019
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CIOs Share Secrets of Innovative New Projects
Jessica Davis, Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps
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At Interop, three CIOs will share the details of their most innovative projects during keynote Lightning Talks. Then we'll dive deeper into their strategies with a moderated panel discussion.
By Jessica Davis Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps, 5/16/2019
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Millennials are Changing the Role of the Finance Team
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Should CFOs and other C-suite execs accept Millennials for who they are and reap the benefits, or should they insist that they play by the rules?
By Stephanie Mewhiney, MSA, Controller, Centage , 5/16/2019
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You Can Be at Interop, Even When You Aren't
James M. Connolly, Editorial Director, InformationWeek and Network Computing
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If you can't get to Las Vegas for Interop19 be sure to catch the keynote presentations through streaming video.
By James M. Connolly Editorial Director, InformationWeek and Network Computing, 5/15/2019
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9 Steps Toward Ethical AI
Cynthia Harvey, Freelance Journalist, InformationWeek
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Few current laws address the use of artificial intelligence. That puts companies under greater pressure to reassure the public that their AI applications are ethical and fair.
By Cynthia Harvey Freelance Journalist, InformationWeek, 5/15/2019
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How to Deploy Your Data Science Team Across the Business
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The crux of the problem in deploying a data science team is aligning the technical knowledge of a team to the needs of the business and choosing an alignment that offers the greatest impact.
By Gabriel Mohanna, Director of Data Science, Mike Shaw, Managing Director of Data Engineering, Clarity Insights , 5/15/2019
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Commercial Spyware Uses WhatsApp Flaw to Infect Phones
Robert Lemos, Contributing Writer
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A single flaw allowed attackers — thought to be linked to a government — to target human rights workers and install surveillance software by sending a phone request. The victims did not even have to answer.
By Robert Lemos Contributing Writer, 5/14/2019
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Baltimore Ransomware Attack Takes Strange Twist
Kelly Jackson Higgins, Executive Editor at Dark Reading
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Tweet suggests possible screenshot of stolen city documents and credentials in the wake of attack that took down city servers last week.
By Kelly Jackson Higgins Executive Editor at Dark Reading, 5/14/2019
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How to Assess Digital Transformation Efforts
Lisa Morgan, Freelance Writer
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Not all organizations are succeeding with their digital transformation efforts. For one thing, the focus of their success metrics may be too narrow.
By Lisa Morgan Freelance Writer, 5/14/2019
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Your Guide to Interop Thought Leaders
James M. Connolly, Editorial Director, InformationWeek and Network Computing
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Industry leaders scheduled to speak at Interop share their thoughts on key IT trends, challenges and opportunities
By James M. Connolly Editorial Director, InformationWeek and Network Computing, 5/14/2019
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