2023-12-10
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Digital Transformation news for the week of Dec 10, 2023, contains stories about cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and ubiquitous computing. This week listen to the US Army's plan to improve cybersecurity through unification, the cloud wars going to court in the UK, and the drama of openAI and Sam Altman.
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Cybersecurity
The US Army is planning to improve its connectivity and cybersecurity capabilities by introducing a new unified network called UNO. This initiative aims to provide the military with fast and secure communication, which can help overcome challenges in the digital battlefield. The cooperative network is expected to simplify operations and enhance resilience against cyber threats, thus strengthening the Army’s technological infrastructure. Read More
As the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI) continue to advance, the risk to critical infrastructure from cyber threats has increased significantly. Cybersecurity experts are emphasizing the need for better security measures to protect against these threats. They are relying on the integration of AI and machine learning to improve the detection and prevention of new cyber attacks. This constantly evolving landscape of cybersecurity in the IoT and cloud computing age underscores the ongoing need to adapt and secure digital ecosystems. Read More
Around 50% of surveyed organizations have plans to trim down their cybersecurity staff, which raises concerns in light of the ever-evolving cyber threats. This trend underscores the significance of strategic workforce management for keeping digital solid defenses. Meanwhile, some other companies need help finding suitable candidates to fill their vacant cybersecurity positions. Read More
Artificial Intelligence
Google has launched a new AI platform called Gemini, which aims to simplify the training and deployment of machine learning models. This will enable developers to create more scalable and efficient AI applications. Gemini offers user-friendly tools and resources to promote innovation and advancements in AI technology. It currently targets three offerings: nano for phones, pro for on-prem data centers, and ultra for a cloud-based public cloud fronted by Bard. Read More
Meta and IBM are working together to develop an open standard for artificial intelligence, aiming to promote interoperability and counter the influence of big tech players. By fostering a more collaborative approach, they hope to create a competitive landscape encouraging innovation and diversity in AI tech. Read More
OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, emphasized the importance of responsible AI development after an employee was fired due to concerns about the misuse of AI technology. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges in the tech industry regarding ethics and governance in artificial intelligence. Read More
Ubiquitous computing
AWS and Google criticize Microsoft’s restrictive cloud practices, accusing them of limiting customer choice and interoperability, which stifles competition in the market. This highlights ongoing tensions among cloud providers and concerns about fair business practices and market dynamics. Read More
McDonald’s and Google Cloud partner to use cloud tech and generative AI solutions in McDonald’s restaurants globally. The objective is to enhance customer experience, optimize operations, and drive innovation in the fast-food industry. By integrating Google Cloud’s advanced technologies, McDonald’s aims to stay at the forefront of digital transformation, delivering improved services and operational efficiencies across its worldwide network of restaurants. Read More
It has been reported that the acquisition of VMware by Broadcom has caused changes that led to 20% of its users looking for other virtualization solutions. This opportunity trend has created a for other players in the market to establish themselves as viable alternatives. Despite VMware’s dominance in the virtualization market, competition from companies like Nunatix and VergeIO is causing customers to shift away from the established platform. Read More
Embracing Digital Transformation Podcast
In this episode of his series on Embracing Zero Trust, Darren interviews the CEO of SafeLiShare, Shamim Naqvi, to discuss Zero Trust security and data collaboration using Confidential computing. Additionally, Darren would like to thank his listeners for their support. Thanks to you, the podcast has over 3000 subscribers and 4000 weekly listeners. Read More