IoT in desperate need of more robust identity and access management

The future of Identity and Access Management (IAM) in the Internet of Things (IoT) will escape the confines of user-focused identity and transition toward a more inclusive model.  The new multi-faced approach will include machine and system identity along with IoT device and platform management operations, according to a new analysis research report by global tech market advisory

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Demand for IBM Watson services is surging in the healthcare and finance sectors, says study

The market for IBM Watson services is poised to surge at a CAGR of 30% over the next 10 years. So says new market intelligence analysis by a market research and competitive intelligence provider, which is seeing increasing digitalisation and service demand from the healthcare, and the banking, finance & insurance (BFSI) sectors.

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Colt and IBM to collaborate on 5G and edge for enterprises

Colt Technology Services is to collaborate with IBM to help customers adopt an edge computing strategy. This is designed to enable them to move data and applications seamlessly across hybrid cloud environments, from private data centres to the edge.

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Copersucar selects IBM cloud for sustainable digital growth in hybrid cloud environment

Copersucar, a global provider in sugar and ethanol trading has chosen IBM Cloud to help them increase productivity and efficiency, modernise processes and accelerate its business expansion.

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CEVA to acquire Intrinsix Corp for $33mn

CEVA, Inc, a licensor of wireless connectivity and smart sensing technologies, has agreed to acquire Massachusetts-based Intrinsix Corp., a chip design provider.

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1 in 5 data breaches are caused by misconfigured clouds, says survey

To accommodate remote work and improve efficiency, 85% of IT organisations are considering or already using the public cloud.

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Software AG launches adabas auditing for z/OS to manage growing data security demands

Software AG launched Adabas Auditing for z/OS, a new product for its Adabas database on IBM Z that will help companies collect, archive and monitor all data interactions.

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Three strategies CISOs should take to minimise IoT risks following Verkada

In early March, a Swiss hacktivist by the name of Tillie Kottman successfully exposed businesses, police departments, schools, jails and hospitals in one of the most widespread cyber attacks in modern history, says Chris Rouland, founder and CEO of Phosphorus. How did they do it?

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German enterprises embrace intelligent automation amid pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has driven more German enterprises to adopt intelligent automation technologies such as robotic process automation and artificial intelligence, according to a new report published by Information Services Group (ISG), a global technology research and advisory firm.

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Delta Air Lines taps IBM for cloud expertise and Red Hat hybrid cloud platform

IBM and Delta Air Lines announced a multi-year agreement under which IBM will help lead Delta to the public cloud, in order to increase its agility, speed to market and innovation capabilities around digital transformation.

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IoT Ace ranks market visibility of top public and private IoT companies

IoT Nation, a provider of Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem analytics, has released its 2020 IoT Ace Market Visibility Performance (MVP) rankings. These rankings are said to be based on the company’s “data-driven analysis of market activity” for more than 25,000 IoT-related companies worldwide.

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Atos and IBM collaborate to accelerate digital transformation in the enterprise

Atos and IBM announced the expansion of a strategic global alliance to help companies accelerate their digital transformation and optimise business processes.

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IBM and Avertra collaborate to drive digital transformation for energy & utilities clients

IBM announced a collaboration with Avertra, the global integration services, products and consultancy organisation, to help accelerate clients’ digital transformation in the energy and utilities industry.

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The UK telecoms security bill: A signal of change in the global 5G industry?

Following the introduction of the Telecommunications Security Bill in the United Kingdom, the stakes for security compliance have never been greater. As Jimmy Jones, telecoms cyber security expert at Positive Technologies says, many have focused on the complete ban on Huawei’s involvement in the UK’s 5G network, which is a major aspect.

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Samsung and IBM plan to help businesses embrace Industry 4.0 with 5G and edge

Samsung Electronics announced a new plan to collaborate with IBM to develop edge computing, 5G, and hybrid cloud solutions to help businesses across all industries modernise their operations and realise the promise of Industry 4.0. Samsung and IBM intend to work together to provide enterprises with new solutions for mobile edge computing and end-to-end private

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Electrolux and IBM jointly use AI to enhance customer experiences

Imagine your household appliances being smart enough to read the weather forecast and give you recommendations on the best time to start the dryer because it’s about to rain, or when to turn off the air purifier because the air quality that day is good.

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