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The Future of Supercomputers: Democratization Is Critical

To stay ahead in the global supercomputing competition, the US must invest in initiatives that further democratize the high-performance computing field.

By David A. Bader, Distinguished Professor and Director of Institute for Data Science, New Jersey Institute of Technology , 6/4/2021

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Businesses Boost Security Budgets. Where Will the Money Go?

Most organizations plan to spend more on security, leaders say in a report that explores their toughest challenges, post-breach costs, and spending priorities.

By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 5/25/2021

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How Attackers Weigh the Pros and Cons of BEC Techniques

Security researchers discuss attackers' evolving methodologies in business email compromise and phishing campaigns.

By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 5/18/2021

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Cisco Plans to Create 'Premium' SecureX Offering With Kenna Security Features

Executives from Cisco share insights on the networking giant's ambitious security strategy.

By Kelly Jackson Higgins Executive Editor at Dark Reading, 5/18/2021

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Wanted: The (Elusive) Cybersecurity 'All-Star'

Separate workforce studies by (ISC)� and ISACA point to the need for security departments to work with existing staff to identify needs and bring entry-level people into the field.

By Steve Zurier Contributing Writer, 5/5/2021

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Dark Reading Celebrates 15th Anniversary

Cybersecurity news site begins 16th year with plans to improve site, deliver more content on cyber threats and best practices.

By Tim Wilson, Editor in Chief, Dark Reading , 5/3/2021

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Malicious PowerShell Use, Attacks on Office 365 Accounts Surged in Q4

There was also a sharp increase in overall malware volumes in the fourth quarter of 2020, COVID-19 related attack activity, and mobile malware, new data shows.

By Jai Vijayan Contributing Writer, 4/15/2021

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Build a Post-Pandemic AI Strategy for Resilience, Recovery

As companies recover from the pandemic, scaling AI capabilities across the organization can bring the agility and speed demanded to stay competitive.

By Mark Dineen, Managing Director, Accenture IT , 4/2/2021

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Innovation in a COVID World: 4 Steps for CIOs To Get It Done

You want to launch new products, meet your customer�s needs, and grow the business. Here�s how.

By Tom Puthiyamadam, Consumer Markets Consulting Leader, Digital Product Leader, PwC , 3/31/2021

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What We Know (and Don't Know) So Far About the 'Supernova' SolarWinds Attack

A look at the second elusive attack targeting SolarWinds software that researchers at Secureworks recently cited as the handiwork of Chinese nation-state hackers.

By Kelly Jackson Higgins Executive Editor at Dark Reading, 3/30/2021

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Why IT Roles Are Broadening

The world of IT is constantly evolving and with it, IT positions. However, there's no one path that will suit all organizations.

By Lisa Morgan Freelance Writer, 3/30/2021

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SolarWinds Experimenting With New Software Build System in Wake of Breach

CISO of SolarWinds now has complete autonomy to stop product releases if security concerns exist, CEO says.

By Jai Vijayan Contributing Writer, 3/26/2021

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How Quickly Are Companies Really Adopting Cloud? It�s Complicated

While cloud computing is becoming ever-more common in enterprise IT, what the hype leaves out is that most companies are still relatively early in the adoption cycle.

By Nicholas Dimotakis, VP, Worldwide Field Engineering, Canonical , 3/26/2021

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Inside the Web Shell Used in the Microsoft Exchange Server Attacks

The history and details of China Chopper - a Web shell commonly seen in the widespread Microsoft Exchange Server attacks.

By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 3/23/2021

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Texas County Turns to Low-Code Database for Vaccine Registrations

Tarrant County has registered over 800,000 people for vaccines using a cloud-based, web-facing, low-code database technology.

By Jessica Davis Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps, 3/23/2021

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What IT Leaders Need to Know About Open Source Software

Here are answers to some common questions about open source technology, which can be a key enabler of innovation and digital transformation efforts.

By Arun Chandrasekaran, Distinguished Research Vice President, Gartner , 3/23/2021

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5 AI-for-Industry Myths Debunked

Although artificial intelligence has become omnipresent, its uptake in business remains hampered because of gaps in knowledge and awareness.

By Geertrui Mieke De Ketelaere, AI Program Director, imec , 3/22/2021

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Finding the Right Balance of On-Site and At-Home IT Workers

Some IT staffers don't want to come back to the office, while others can't wait to return. Here's how IT leaders can plan for a split workforce in a post-pandemic workplace.

By John Edwards Technology Journalist & Author, 3/16/2021

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How to Define Your Edge Computing Architecture

The growth of edge computing and IoT will require rearchitecting IT infrastructures. Here are some options to consider before you get started.

By Mary E. Shacklett Technology commentator and President of Transworld Data, 3/15/2021

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Microsoft Exchange Server Attacks: 9 Lessons for Defenders

Experts share their guidance for organizations running on-premise Exchange servers in the wake of rapidly spreading attacks.

By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 3/12/2021

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