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EU Nations That Missed NIS2 Deadline Put On Notice

Akshaya Asokan  •  November 29, 2024

The European Commission on Thursday opened infringement procedures against 23 EU member states that missed a mid-October deadline for implementing the NIS2 Directive, as well 24 EU members that missed a Critical Entities Resilience Directive deadline.

DevSecOps

Sonatype, Snyk, Black Duck Top Comp Analysis Forrester Wave

Michael Novinson  •  November 29, 2024

Sonatype, Snyk and Black Duck remained atop Forrester's software composition analysis rankings as commoditization of core features has led to increased competition. Pressure in the market has increased due to both a saturation of core functionalities and license identification.

Privacy & Information Rights Management

ISMG Editors: Major Crypto Mixer Decision Redefines Rules

Anna Delaney  •  November 29, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed Tornado Cash's landmark legal victory and what it means for crypto mixers, the impact of artificial intelligence on data privacy, and advancements in cybersecurity for which the industry can be thankful as it heads into 2025.

Cybersecurity

The Growing Quantum Threat to Enterprise Data: What Next?

Cdr Rishi Das S. (Retd)  •  November 29, 2024

As quantum computing continues to evolve, cybersecurity professionals and enterprise leaders must grapple with a future where current encryption technologies - on which our entire digital infrastructure is built - may no longer be secure. What next steps must they take now?

Healthcare & Pharma

Exposed on the Web: Thousands of Devices, Medical Records

Marianne Kolbasuk McGee  •  November 28, 2024

Thousands of unique IP addresses are potentially exposing medical devices, electronic medical records systems and other sensitive healthcare information to the internet, said security researcher Himaja Motheram of security firm Censys, which made the discovery.

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

AI Maturity Race: How Banks Are Competing for Pole Position

Rahul Neel Mani  •  November 26, 2024

Global banks invest billions in artificial intelligence as JPMorgan Chase reports $2 billion in AI-driven value. The 2024 Evident AI Index reveals how 50 major banks compete through talent, innovation and ethical AI practices, reshaping the future of financial services.

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Regulators Must Accept: Can't Be Resistant to Technology

Yamini Kalra  •  November 25, 2024

Technologies are innovating rapidly in an evolving landscape, and regulatory agencies must adapt quickly. "It can be made so much easier, so much more fluid, if we use the technologies the right way," said Dr. Denisha Jairam-Owthar, group CIO at the Council for Medical Schemes.

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Driving AI Value: From Quick Wins to Long-Term Impact

Rahul Neel Mani  •  November 22, 2024

As AI investments surge, CIOs face mounting pressure to prove business value amid fast-paced tech changes. Arun Chandrasekaran, distinguished VP and analyst at Gartner, shares insights on how CIOs can strategically navigate AI to deliver measurable outcomes for their organizations.

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ESDS Ramps Up Data Centers for AI Workloads

Brian Pereira  •  November 21, 2024

Sajiv Nair, CIO and CISO at ESDS Software Solution, shares plans to expand the company's data center footprint with AI capabilities and renewable energy solutions. The strategy emphasizes measured growth and environmental responsibility across India and the Middle East.

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Unifying Security Tools for Complying With the DPDP Act

Sandhya Michu  •  November 19, 2024

As the enforcement of the DPDP Act nears, banks are increasing their focus on security management. Abhijit Chakravarty, executive vice president of networks and cyber security at Kotak Mahindra Bank, shares the importance of consolidating security tools and compliance readiness.

Finance & Banking

Case Study: JP Morgan's $17 Billion Tech Push

Yamini Kalra  •  November 18, 2024

$17 billion. That's how much JP Morgan dedicated to its technology budget in 2024. It's the highest ever from a financial firm, albeit one that itself is worth more than $600 billion. This budget places JP Morgan at the forefront of tech investment among global financial institutions.

Digital Transformation

Driving Digital Transformation Across 12 African Markets

Rahul Neel Mani  •  November 15, 2024

Muhammad Ali Bhikhan, CIO of Absa's regional operations, shares how the group is redefining banking across Africa using digital innovation, cloud adoption and AI-powered cybersecurity while addressing regulatory and infrastructural challenges.