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  • Insider Threats: Identifying, Mitigating and Preventing Internal Security Risks in Organizations

    Posted Date August 1, 2023 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readOne of the most devious and often underestimated dangers in cybersecurity comes from within an organization. These dangers originate from individuals within the organization who have access to sensitive data and systems, making them potentially dangerous adversaries capable of causing significant harm. Understanding, identifying, mitigating, and preventing these internal security risks are paramount for safeguarding an organization’s assets and preserving its integrity. What is an Insider Threat? Insider threats are security risks posed by employees, contractors, vendors, or anyone who has access to an organization’s data or systems. Accidental or intentional insiders cause internal threats. An... View Article

  • What Actions Can Data-Breach Victims Take?

    Posted Date July 1, 2023 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readOver the years, millions of individuals have been affected by data breaches, where their sensitive data is accessed by unauthorized cybercriminals or publicly exposed. A data breach can result in huge financial loss if stolen data is used to compromise consumer identity, which also can affect a credit score. Unfortunately, there is a great number of people who don’t know what to do if affected by a breach. At the same time, there are those in the know who do nothing. What is a Data Breach? A data breach is a cyber security incident that exposes... View Article

  • Upholding Human Agency in an Era of Evolving Digital Systems

    Posted Date June 1, 2023 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readTechnology has greatly contributed to improving and streamlining everyday life. However, as technology advances, there is an increased reliance on digital tools powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning. Unfortunately, these technologies are also challenging the fundamental notion of human agency. As a result, there are rising concerns about humans losing the ability to make independent decisions. What is Human Agency? Human agency refers to the capacity of individuals to act intentionally and make choices that shape their lives. Although the human agency is influenced by various factors, including social, cultural, and environmental contexts, individuals should... View Article

  • What Is Web 3.0? Understanding The Next Generation of the Internet

    Posted Date May 1, 2023 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readThe internet keeps evolving. It started with static web pages in Web 1.0 before evolving to interactive and dynamic content in Web 2.0. A new phase of technology is now introducing Web 3.0, or the third generation of The World Wide Web. Although it is a work in progress, it is necessary to understand the new concept and how it will impact the future of online interactions. What is Web 3.0? Web 3.0 is a term used to describe the next generation of the internet. Industry experts consider it the next big thing in the evolution... View Article

  • The Importance of Global Collaboration in Regulating Emerging Technologies

    Posted Date April 1, 2023 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readEmerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, and biotechnology, greatly transform society and reshape the global economy. However, these technologies also come with a significant challenge regarding ethical and social implications. Global collaboration by governments, regulators, and industry leaders can help ensure that emerging technologies are developed and deployed responsibly. Challenges of Regulating Emerging Technologies Emerging technologies have led to complex situations that traditional governments might find difficult to manage. For instance, today’s advanced technologies also come with new forms of crime. This requires law enforcement and public safety organizations to keep up... View Article

  • Leveraging the Internet of Behavior (IoB) to Boost Customer Loyalty

    Posted Date March 1, 2023 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readCustomer loyalty is critical to any successful business strategy in today’s digital age. With emerging technologies such as the internet of things (IoT), companies are now leveraging a new approach called the internet of behavior (IoB) to gain deeper insights into their customers’ behavior and preferences. What is IoB? The internet of behavior exists because of the internet of things. IoT is the interconnection of physical digital objects that gather and exchange information over the internet. On the other hand, IoB makes sense of the collected data from various sources, including wearable devices, digital household devices,... View Article

  • How To Use Natural Language Processing To Improve The Efficiency Of Accounting Processes

    Posted Date February 1, 2023 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readNatural language processing (NLP) is a technology that allows computers to understand and process human language. Processing of natural language is necessary when you want an intelligent device to follow your instructions. NPL is an artificial intelligence (AI) component with many real-life applications. As technology advances, business leaders have to figure out how to tap into the new trends to remain relevant, stay ahead of competition, and meet consumer expectations and needs. How NLP Works in Brief NLP involves making computers perform tasks with the natural language humans use. The input and output can be spoken... View Article

  • Handling Talent Shortages in Tech Departments

    Posted Date January 1, 2023 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readTechnology advancement has brought about great digital transformation. Unfortunately, this has come with a global tech talent shortage. IT executives highlight the shortage as a huge barrier to the adoption of emerging technologies, as reported by this Gartner study. It is estimated that the demand for tech talent will keep increasing, and this could result in an estimated 85 million global talent shortage by the year 2030. Therefore, companies need to rethink their approach to hiring and retention. Reasons Behind the Tech Talent Shortage It is worth trying to first understand what is causing the tech... View Article

  • What is Datafication, and Should Business Leaders Take Notice?

    Posted Date December 1, 2022 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readData has become a primary asset for businesses today. Consequently, the survival of a business in our data-driven environment is highly dependent on the ability to have total control over data storage, extraction, and manipulation. As businesses continue being bombarded with vast volumes of data, datafication has become a big trend that provides a solution to turn data into quantifiable, usable, and actionable information.  What is Datafication?   The term datafication was coined by Kenneth Cukier and Victor Mayer-Schöenberger in 2013 when they explained it as the transformation of social actions into quantifiable data. Today, much... View Article

  • Quantum Computing Uses That Solve Business Problems

    Posted Date November 1, 2022 Posted Time 12:00 am Published in

    🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readEarly technology adopters are more likely to gain better business results, including higher revenue growth and market position. With businesses facing complex problems every day, it is no doubt that they are always watching out for the next big tech that offers a better solution. Although still in its infancy stages, quantum computing is a technology whose commercial use will disrupt the business environment. What is Quantum Computing? Quantum computing is a technology that focuses on manipulating and controlling different laws of physics. This non-classical technology uses quantum mechanical concepts like superposition and quantum entanglement. The... View Article

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