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Hackers are duping developers with malware-laden coding challenges
A North Korean state-sponsored hacker group has been targeting crypto developers through coding challenges as part of a fake recruitment process. Posing as recruiters on LinkedIn, the Slow Pisces group asks developers to participate in compromised Python and JavaScript projects, infecting their systems using custom malware and leveraging GitHub repositories. Analysis from Unit 42, Palo Alto Networks’ threat intelligence wing,…
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Zero trust gains momentum amid growing network visibility challenges
Network visibility challenges and rising cyber threats are prompting a step change in security strategies, according to new research, with firms ramping up zero trust capabilities. Findings from AlgoSec’s 2025 State of Network Security report show seven-in-ten security teams report visibility issues, which is delaying threat detection and response. Respondents to a survey by the firm warned that a lack…
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SD-WAN as a Service: Benefits and Challenges
The evolution of networking technologies has led to the emergence of Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) as a transformative solution for modern enterprises. SD-WAN as a Service (SD-WANaaS) takes this a step further by offering SD-WAN capabilities through a cloud-based, subscription model. This approach provides organizations with the flexibility, scalability, and cost-efficiency needed to meet the demands of today’s dynamic…
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Evaluating AI agents? Early adopters outline practical challenges
Non-tech companies trying out AI agents in the field said the technology still has a lot of challenges to overcome before it can be used practically. Some of the early uses of agentic AI are in the area of customer service, which was part of a panel discussion at Nvidia’s GTC conference, held last week in San Jose. The main problem is humans still prefer talking…
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AI is now vital to MSP growth, but adoption challenges could hamper success
Nine-in-ten MSPs say they view AI as a top priority for their growth ambitions in the year ahead, according to new research from Lansweeper. Findings from the firm’s ‘AI Adoption in Managed Services’ report found MSPs believe the technology will be a key differentiator in promoting services moving forward. However, despite viewing AI as a key priority, adoption is still…
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UK data center industry growth faces serious challenges
The UK will be a high-growth area for data centers, according to one property consultancy, but outdated energy grids could complicate growth. Research from Ceres Property noted that annual revenue from data centers is up by $6 billion since 2017, topping more than $18bn this year. The consultancy predicted the UK would continue to see significant growth — no surprise…
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BGP in Cloud & Multi-Homing: Challenges & Solutions
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) has long been the backbone of the internet, responsible for determining the best paths for data transmission across networks. As the internet has evolved, particularly with the rise of cloud computing and multi-homing practices, BGP management has become more complex, requiring careful attention to ensure reliable connectivity, security, and optimal performance. The shift to the cloud…
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Edge Security Challenges & Protection Strategies
The advent of edge computing has transformed how data is processed and services are delivered. With an increasing reliance on distributed computing, edge devices, and Internet of Things (IoT) systems, organizations are facing an entirely new set of security challenges. Unlike traditional computing models, where data processing occurs in centralized data centers or cloud environments, edge computing shifts data processing…
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Benefits, Challenges, and Network Impact
Edge computing is rapidly gaining traction as a solution to the increasing demand for faster data processing and lower latency in a wide variety of industries, from autonomous vehicles to smart cities. The rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) has been one of the main drivers of this strategy. The need for more decentralized computing systems has never been…
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Benefits, Challenges & Best Practices
Cloud computing offers virtualized services over actual physical servers. It also provides infrastructure services that relate to networks – load balancers are an example of this. It is perfectly possible to base your virtual network on virtual resources. Efficiency is leading the entire IT sector towards cloud-based systems, so it is probably inevitable that you will eventually take on that…
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