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Google Pressures Microsoft 365 By Adding Gemini To Workspace For (Mostly) Free

Forrester IT

Today, Google announced that it will include the best of Google AI in its Workspace Business and Workspace Enterprise plans, without the need to purchase an add-on. Will this make Workspace more competitive against Microsoft 365?

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Next-gen Ethernet standards set to move forward in 2025

Network World

2024 was a banner year for Ethernet , which has been a foundational element of networking for more than 50 years and is poised for more advancements as 2025 kicks off. Multiple standards and certification efforts made progress in 2024, helping networks to be more reliable and deliver more bandwidth.One of the most significant developments was the maturation of 800 Gigabit Ethernet (800GbE).

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Is Your AI ‘Agentic’, Or Merely ‘Agent-ish’?

Forrester IT

Jensen Huang says AI agents are a multi-trillion-dollar opportunity. Mark Benioff thinks agents represent what AI was meant to be. And Satya Nadella thinks SaaS is dead. Its 2025, and agents are the only game in town (or so it would seem).

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Why Your Business May Want to Shift to an Industry Cloud Platform

Information Week

Industry-specific cloud platforms are growing in size and scope. Now may be the time to consider a move.

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Activating Intent Data for Sales and Marketing

Sales and marketing leaders have reached a tipping point when it comes to using intent data — and they’re not looking back. More than half of all B2B marketers are already using intent data to increase sales, and Gartner predicts this figure will grow to 70 percent. The reason is clear: intent can provide you with massive amounts of data that reveal sales opportunities earlier than ever before.

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10 top priorities for CIOs in 2025

CIO Business Intelligence

As 2025 dawns, CIOs face an IT landscape that differs significantly from just a year ago. AI, once viewed as a novel innovation, is now mainstream, impacting just about facet of the enterprise. Over the next 12 months, IT leaders can look forward to even more innovations, as well as some serious challenges. To keep ahead of the curve, CIOs should continuously evaluate their business and technology strategies, adjusting them as necessary to address rapidly evolving technology, business, and econo

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Stoke Space brings in $260M for further development of its fully reusable rocket

GeekWire

Stoke Space’s rocket engine test lights up a vertical test stand in Moses Lake, Wash. (Stoke Space Photo) Kent, Wash.-based Stoke Space says it’s raised $260 million in a new founding round to finish the development of its fully reusable Nova rocket and complete construction of a launch complex in Florida. Investors in the Series C funding round include Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Glade Brook Capital Partners, Industrious Ventures, Leitmotif, Point72 Ventures, Sev

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Addressing the Security Risks of AI in the Cloud

Information Week

Enterprises have wholeheartedly embraced the cloud. As AI takes center stage, are companies ready for the risks?

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Fast vs. slow: the real impact of AI adoption speed

CIO Business Intelligence

There are a lot of reasons to take a slow and careful approach to generative AI. The technology is changing quickly, so investing a lot of money in the wrong platform could end up costing a lot of money. Generative AI still has accuracy and safety problems, and the copyright issues havent yet been settled in the courts, all of which could create legal liabilities or other problems.

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AI in 2025: A solopreneur software developer’s take on where things stand, and what’s next

GeekWire

Patrick Husting of Ghostwriter AI in the GeekWire offices in Seattle this week. (GeekWire Photo / Todd Bishop) This week on the GeekWire Podcast, Seattle-area software developer and AI entrepreneur Patrick Husting of Ghostwriter AI and the Equestrian App returns to talk about the evolution of artificial intelligence over the past two years, how people are using the technology today, and where things are headed next. “The real value in this AI technology is when we allow it to connect to th

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A Quick And Dirty Guide To Cryptocurrencies, Stablecoins, And CBDCs

Forrester IT

What's the difference between a cryptocurrency and a stablecoin? What's a CBDC, anyway? We demystify the key terms in this blog post.

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GEP Outlook Report 2025

For years, you and your team have fought an uphill battle. Supply disruptions. Cost pressures. ESG compliance. You name it, and you’ve had to navigate it. In 2025, many challenges will persist, but procurement and supply chain teams have a powerful tool with rapidly advancing capabilities to tackle them — artificial intelligence (AI). The GEP Outlook 2025 report examines the disruptive transformation AI is driving in procurement and supply chains, alongside other key trends and the macroeconomic

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Nile dials-up AI to simplify network provisioning, operation

Network World

Network-as-a-service startup Nile has added an AI-based tool aimed at helping enterprise customers provision and operatethe vendors Campus Network-as-a-Service deployments. Founded by former Cisco CEO John Chambers and Pankaj Patel, Ciscos former chief development officer, Niles subscription-based NaaS offering, Nile Access Service, lets customers set up and manage campus network operations without requiring them to purchase and maintain their own networking infrastructure.

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Are We Ready for Artificial General Intelligence?

Information Week

AI companies have struggled to plan for the inevitable disruption caused by increasingly sophisticated AI systems.

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It’s getting harder to measure just how good AI is getting

Vox

In this photo illustration, a person navigates the ChatGPT application interface on a smartphone, selecting AI model options. Toward the end of 2024, I offered a take on all the talk about whether AIs scaling laws were hitting a real-life technical wall. I argued that the question matters less than many think: There are existing AI systems powerful enough to profoundly change our world , and the next few years are going to be defined by progress in AI, whether the scaling laws hold or not.

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5 takeaways for CIOs from the Thinkers360 AI Trust Index

CIO Business Intelligence

The Thinkers360 AI Trust Index examines the current state of trust in AI from both an AI end user and AI provider perspective as an annual pulse check on sentiment across various aspects of trust. The primary research survey was conducted in Q3 2024 among Thinkers360 members and the global community of AI end users and providers, and this years findings show the overall AI Trust Index score for 2024 was 308 on a scale from 100 (not concerned) to 400 (extremely concerned).

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7 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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The Enterprise Architecture Tool Market Starts 2025 With A Notable Merger

Forrester IT

In the Forresters report in May 2024 we predicted that M&A activity would continue to change and disrupt the Enterprise Architecture Management Suites (EAMS) market.

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A CSO’s perspective: 8 cyber predictions for 2025

Network World

As we step into 2025, the cyberthreat landscape is once again more dynamic and challenging than the year before. In 2024, we witnessed a remarkable acceleration in cyberattacks of all types, many fueled by advancements in generative AI. For security leaders, the stakes are higher than ever. In this post, Ill explore cyberthreat projections and cybersecurity priorities for 2025.

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Ensure Your Organization’s Cloud Is Ready for AI Innovation

Information Week

To capitalize on AI, organizations must fortify cloud environments with robust data management, zero-trust policies, enterprise governance, FinOps and organizational change management.

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Australian Government Agencies Failing to Keep Up With Cyber Security Change

Tech Republic Security

Cyber security maturity declines among Australian government agencies in 2024, as legacy IT systems hinder progress under the Essential Eight framework.

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15 Modern Use Cases for Enterprise Business Intelligence

Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

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Bridging the IT skills gap, Part 2: A CIO’s guide to embracing GenAI

CIO Business Intelligence

Despite its transformative capabilities, many organizations hesitate to adopt generative AI (GenAI). According to IDCs Future Enterprise Resiliency and Spending Survey, Wave 4 , April 2024, the most significant factors limiting further evaluation or expanded use of GenAI are lack of skills and a lack of clear use cases or initial offerings that align with business needs.

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Some Good News In The World Of IoT Security: The FCC Launches The US Cyber Trust Mark Program

Forrester IT

The US government is doing something positive around IoT security. With the launch of the US Cyber Trust Mark program, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) authorized a program and developed rules that bring forward a voluntary labeling standard to inform consumers about the cybersecurity impact of wireless IoT devices they may bring into their homes.

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Nvidia year in review

Network World

2024 was Nvidias year. Its command of mindshare and market share was unequaled among tech vendors. Heres a recap of some of the key events of 2024 that highlight just how powerful the worlds most dominant chip player is. Nvidia teams up with Cisco On February 6, Nvidia announced a collaboration with Cisco to deliver AI infrastructure solutions for data centers.

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AI’s on Duty, But I’m the One Staying Late

Information Week

The journey toward fulfilling employees real potential lies in leveraging artificial intelligence to work for us, not the other way around.

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2024 Salary Guide

Procom’s 2024 Salary Guide provides critical insights into the latest hiring trends, in-demand IT roles, and competitive pay rates across Canada and the U.S. It highlights key market dynamics such as the growing demand for remote work, skills-based hiring, and flexible staffing solutions. With detailed pay rate data for top IT positions like Cybersecurity Consultants, Cloud Engineers, and Salesforce Developers, this guide is an essential resource for companies looking to stay competitive in toda

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T-Mobile makes satellite texting available through SpaceX’s Starlink for LA amid fires

GeekWire

T-Mobile’s support trucks hit the streets in fire-threatened neighborhoods of Los Angeles. (T-Mobile Photo) T-Mobile has opened up direct-to-cellular emergency texting over SpaceX’s Starlink satellite network on a temporary basis in areas affected by this week’s catastrophic wildfires in the Los Angeles area. In a news release , Bellevue, Wash.

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5 predictions for emerging ’25 technology trends

CIO Business Intelligence

Click on the TV or stream your latest newscast and there is a good chance youll hear AI mentioned in some fashion. Its clear AI remains prevalent today just as it has been for the past several years. To some consumers and businesses, alike it may appear companies are exaggerating the significance of this emerging technology. AI this, AI that The reality is that AI is here to stay and will play a massive role in the future of global technology, how consumers interact with it and the way busine

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2025: The Digital Banking Landscape Is Poised For Another Transformative Year

Forrester IT

Leading banks are leveraging mature and emerging technologies, customer insights, and data to enhance customer experience, increase customer engagement, and drive business growth.

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Enhancing Health Care Cybersecurity: Bridging HIPAA Gaps with Innovation

Tech Republic Security

The proposed HIPAA Security Rule introduces mandatory measures that reflect the growing sophistication of cyber threats in health care.

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Predicting the Future of Sales: How AI and Automation Will Revolutionize Strategies

In this exploration, we're diving into predictions about the future of sales. We're talking about a complete shake-up powered by automation and artificial intelligence (AI). These aren't just fancy tools — they're real game-changers. Automation and AI are here to redefine every interaction, making them smarter, faster, and more meaningful. From personalized customer journeys to streamlined sales processes, the goal is to make every moment count, enhancing both efficiency and connection.

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10 Unexpected, Under the Radar Predictions for 2025

Information Week

From looming energy shortages and forced AI confessions to the rising ranks of AI-faked employees and a glimmer of a new cyber-iron curtain, heres whats happening that may require you to change your companys course.

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New USB logos will simplify branding on hubs and cables

TechSpot

The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) has rolled out updated logos that ditch the perplexing nomenclature, according to a report by PCWorld, offering more straightforward speed ratings.

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Companies look to sell off assets to pay for AI investments

CIO Business Intelligence

CIOs worried about where the money for new AI initiatives will come from may have some help on the way, with some companies apparently selling off non-core assets to pay for new AI projects. Nine of 10 CIOs surveyed by Gartner late last year expressed concerns that managing AI costs was limiting their ability to get value from AI. But some companies, particularly in the IT sector, now appear to be reevaluating their business models and will consider selling non-core lines of business and product

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Is A $7 Million Super Bowl Ad Worth It? Probably Not

Forrester IT

Is a Super Bowl ad worth it? A 30-second spot at this years Super Bowl will set you back a cool 7 million bucks. And even if you wanted one of those spots, you cant have it theyve been gone for a while.

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Guide to Centralizing IT Operations: How to Link Tasks and Tools with an Automation Platform

For many IT admins, business as usual is a juggling act. Job schedulers and scripts run on autopilot, applications and operating systems can’t speak the same language, and other tools—like RPA or MFT solutions—operate in isolation. On a good day, everything runs smoothly. But good days are rare; more often than not, something goes wrong and you’re stuck putting out fires.