From “Hello World” to “Hi AI”

From “Hello World” to “Hi AI”

With the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and the increasing complexity of networks, we face a pressing need for professionals who can leverage AI to enhance network performance and security. Cisco gets it and has answered the call to equip professionals with the skills they need to design and architect AI-integrated networks. This past week at Cisco Live, we announced our new CCDE – AI Infrastructure program. This new part of our well-known CCDE…

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Some Generative AI Company Employees Pen Letter Wanting ‘Right to Warn’ About Risks

Some Generative AI Company Employees Pen Letter Wanting ‘Right to Warn’ About Risks

Some current and former employees of OpenAI, Google DeepMind and Anthropic published a letter on June 4 asking for whistleblower protections, more open dialogue about risks and “a culture of open criticism” in the major generative AI companies. The Right to Warn letter illuminates some of the inner workings of the few high-profile companies that sit in the generative AI spotlight. OpenAI holds a distinct status as a nonprofit trying to “navigate massive risks” of…

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AI Seoul Summit: 4 Key Takeaways on AI Safety Standards and Regulations

AI Seoul Summit: 4 Key Takeaways on AI Safety Standards and Regulations

The AI Seoul Summit, co-hosted by the Republic of Korea and the U.K., saw international bodies come together to discuss the global advancement of artificial intelligence. Participants included representatives from the governments of 20 countries, the European Commission and the United Nations as well as notable academic institutes and civil groups. It was also attended by a number of AI giants, like OpenAI, Amazon, Microsoft, Meta and Google DeepMind. The conference, which took place on…

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A Human-Centric Security Approach, Supported by AI

A Human-Centric Security Approach, Supported by AI

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning , Events , Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Protect People and Infrastructure Simultaneously: Proofpoint CEO Sumit Dhawan Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • May 16, 2024     Sumit Dhawan, CEO, Proofpoint To address the cliche of people being the weakest link, cybersecurity company Proofpoint said it’s putting humans at the center of its security. See Also: From CNAPP to CDR: The Cybersecurity Road Ahead Data and…

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Cisco’s Splunk Acquisition Should Help Security Pros See Threats Sooner in Australia and New Zealand

Cisco’s Splunk Acquisition Should Help Security Pros See Threats Sooner in Australia and New Zealand

Cisco announced in 2023 it would acquire Splunk for US $28 billion (AU $42.4 billion). Described as “the Moby Dick” of deals, it aimed to combine Cisco’s extended detection and response systems with Splunk’s security information and event management tech. Because of both Splunk and Cisco’s existing customer bases in Australia and New Zealand, this is big news for these local markets. Since the deal closed in March 2024, customers have been wondering what the…

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How Can Businesses Defend Themselves Against Cyberthreats?

How Can Businesses Defend Themselves Against Cyberthreats?

Today, all businesses are at risk of cyberattack, and that risk is constantly growing. Digital transformations are resulting in more sensitive and valuable data being moved onto online systems capable of exploitation, thus increasing the profitability of a successful breach. Furthermore, launching a cyberattack is becoming more accessible. Exploit kits and malware-as-a-service offerings are getting cheaper, while open-source AI tools are making masquerading as a trusted executive and exploiting vulnerabilities easier. TechRepublic consolidated expert advice…

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Empowering Cybersecurity with AI: The Future of Cisco XDR

Empowering Cybersecurity with AI: The Future of Cisco XDR

In 2007, there was a study from the University of Maryland proving that internet-connected systems were attacked every 39 seconds on average. Today, that number has grown more than 60%. Cisco sees 64 attempts to connect to ransomware infrastructure every second. The world is becoming digitized, and hybrid, which creates an environment that criminals target with increasing sophistication. It’s too much for human-scale, and so a hybrid world requires a hybrid approach that sits between…

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Top 5 Global Cyber Security Trends of 2023, According to Google Report

Top 5 Global Cyber Security Trends of 2023, According to Google Report

It is taking less time for organisations to detect attackers in their environment, a report by Mandiant Consulting, a part of Google Cloud, has found. This suggests that companies are strengthening their security posture. The M-Trends 2024 report also highlighted that the top targeted industries of 2023 were financial services, business and professional services, tech, retail and hospitality, healthcare and government. This aligns with the fact that 52% of attackers were primarily motivated by financial…

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4 IoT Trends U.K. Businesses Should Watch in 2024

4 IoT Trends U.K. Businesses Should Watch in 2024

The realm of the Internet of Things encompasses more than just the latest products. As the network of connected devices grows — the number worldwide is expected to reach over 29 billion in 2027 — so do the policies, responsibilities and innovations that surround it, all of which contribute to successful IoT integration. With help from Steve Statler, the chief marketing officer at IoT technology provider Wiliot, TechRepublic has identified the top four trends emerging…

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Operational Innovations for AI and Cloud-Native Workloads from Cisco and Red Hat

Operational Innovations for AI and Cloud-Native Workloads from Cisco and Red Hat

For nearly two decades, Cisco and Red Hat have collaborated on integrated, industry-leading solutions to optimize IT infrastructure. The partnership brings together Red Hat expertise in operating systems, containers, and automation with world-class data center compute, networking, and management products and solutions from Cisco. The companies have most recently focused on product integrations and features that help customers develop, deploy, and manage the most demanding artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud-native workloads across on-premises data centers…

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