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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 Mary E. Shacklett, 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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Enabling Your Workforce for the Digital Workplace

Building the digital workplace helps increase agility and resilience, but there are distinct steps to implementing it effectively, especially on an accelerated timeline.

By Malcolm Cohron, Digital Transformation Services Leader, BDO Digital , 3/9/2021

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Microsoft Exchange Server Attack Escalation Prompts Patching Panic

US government officials weigh in on the attacks and malicious activity, which researchers believe may be the work of multiple groups.

By Kelly Sheridan Staff Editor, Dark Reading, 3/8/2021

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CISA to Federal Agencies: Immediately Patch or 'Disconnect' Microsoft Exchange Servers

The US Department of Homeland Security agency's new emergency directive comes in the wake of major zero-day attacks on email servers revealed by Microsoft this week.

By Dark Reading Staff , 3/3/2021

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Why 2021 May Turn Out to be a Great Year for Tech Startups

Last year was great for new technology firms. This year could be even better.

By John Edwards Technology Journalist & Author, 2/24/2021

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SolarWinds Attackers Lurked for 'Several Months' in FireEye's Network

Top execs from FireEye, SolarWinds, Microsoft, and CrowdStrike testified before the US Senate Intelligence Committee today on the aftermath - and ongoing investigations - into the epic attacks.

By Kelly Jackson Higgins Executive Editor at Dark Reading, 2/23/2021

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How AI Can Save the World, or Not

Lead artificial intelligence advisor to the United Nations, Neil Sahota shares his perspectives on major UN AI projects and the major challenges to AI today.

By Jessica Davis Senior Editor, Enterprise Apps, 2/22/2021

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White House Says 100 Private Sector Orgs Hit in SolarWinds Campaign

Anne Neuberger, a top Biden cybersecurity official, provided an update on the government's investigation into the massive breach.

By Dark Reading Staff , 2/17/2021

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