Enterprises reevaluate virtualization strategies amid Broadcom uncertainty

Enterprises reevaluate virtualization strategies amid Broadcom uncertainty

This dilemma of whether to absorb the Broadcom price hikes or embark on the arduous and risky journey of untangling from the VMware ecosystem is triggering a broader C-level conversation around virtualization strategy. “For enterprises navigating this uncertainly, the challenge isn’t just finding a replacement for VMware. IT shops of all sizes see Broadcom’s actions as an opportunity to rethink their approach to virtualization, cloud strategy and IT modernization,” says Steve McDowell, chief analyst at…

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The next wave of cybersecurity: Cloud and SOC integration

The next wave of cybersecurity: Cloud and SOC integration

In today’s modern business landscape, cloud technology adoption has skyrocketed, driven largely by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). This shift has completely transformed how businesses operate, with 63% of organizations citing AI as the primary driver for cloud investment. However, this rapid growth in cloud technology has also attracted more threats, with nearly 29% of cyber incidents originating in cloud environments. Traditional approaches to cloud security can’t keep up with real-time attacks. While today’s…

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These Sony earbuds fit comfortably while working out – and they're on sale

These Sony earbuds fit comfortably while working out – and they're on sale

ZDNET’s key takeaways On sale for $179, Sony’s new LinkBuds Fit are shaping up to be a gym-goer’s new workout buddy. These earbuds boast a solid ANC feature and a comfortable design that is second to none. Their audio output, however, isn’t very powerful. more buying choices What is the most important aspect of a pair of earbuds? My answer changes depending on the circumstances. I prefer power and volume when I’m at home listening…

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US Legislators Demand Transparency in Apple’s UK Backdoor Court Fight

US Legislators Demand Transparency in Apple’s UK Backdoor Court Fight

Read more about Apple’s UK backdoor court battle: A bipartisan group of five US Members of Congress and Senators has called for full transparency in the ongoing legal battle between Apple and the UK government over law enforcement access to encrypted data. In a March 13 letter, the group requested the Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT), part of the UK’s Home Office, to “remove the cloak of secrecy related to notices given to American technology companies…

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I finally found a 2-in-1 laptop that's equally suited for creatives and professionals

I finally found a 2-in-1 laptop that's equally suited for creatives and professionals

ZDNET’s key takeaways HP’s 16-inch Envy x360 2-in-1 (2024) comes in a variety of configurations, but the version with 1TB of storage and an OLED display starts at $1,299. It sports one of the most gorgeous displays I’ve seen on a convertible laptop in this price range. It’s a little on the heavy side, and the configuration swapping can be buggy. We saw a host of great 2-in-1 laptops in 2024, forcing more and more…

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I found an E Ink tablet worthy of replacing my Remarkable (and it's better in some ways)

I found an E Ink tablet worthy of replacing my Remarkable (and it's better in some ways)

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Boox Note Max comes bundled with the pen and case for $649. It’s thin and light, has a high-contrast display, and has a long list of features that make it a very versatile device. Theres no backlight, it’s monochromatic, and there’s a bit of a learning curve to use it to its fullest. more buying choices I went hands-on with the Remarkable Paper Pro last year and thought that was a…

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NordPass vs. Bitwarden: Which One's Easier & Safer to Use?

NordPass vs. Bitwarden: Which One's Easier & Safer to Use?

Just about every online service requires visitors to create an account, and that typically means more passwords than you can possibly remember. With repetitive passwords considered a poor security practice, using password managers becomes imperative as they help to generate and store complex, unique passwords for each of your accounts. Among the top password managers on the market are NordPass and Bitwarden. While NordPass is notable for its quality encryption and VPN integration, Bitwarden’s open-source…

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Preparing For The AI-Generated Cyber Threats Of 2025

Preparing For The AI-Generated Cyber Threats Of 2025

There has been a gradual but alarming shift in the digital threat landscape over the last few years, as Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) become more prominent and more potent. The volume of overall cyberattacks reached a crescendo in 2024, experiencing a 75% increase compared with the previous year. Moreover, according to Gartner, AI-enhanced malicious attacks were the highest ranking cited risk among enterprise risk executives in 2024. The year ahead will likely see this continue, with the level of…

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Qualtrics bets its new 'empathetic' AI agents can fix customer service

Qualtrics bets its new 'empathetic' AI agents can fix customer service

Getty Images / Bloomberg / Contributor AI agents are the next frontier of AI assistants, going beyond answering questions to performing tasks. Qualtrics is implementing agents so its technology can interact directly with customers to improve their experiences.  On Monday, ahead of Qualtrics’ X4 2025 Experience Management Summit, which kicks off on Tuesday, the company unveiled Experience Agents, assistants who can step into customer interactions to learn more about and resolve existing issues. Experience Agents…

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