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Shadow IT becomes Shadow AI
Shadow IT becomes Shadow AI

The path for users to AI is very short; entry is gentle, easy and often free of charge. And that has massive consequences in the form of shadow IT, which should be familiar to companies from the early stages of the cloud. The potential of generative AI has sparked a real gold rush that no one wants to miss. This is shown by a study by Censuswide on behalf of Cohesity, a global provider of AI-powered data management and security. 86 percent of 903 companies surveyed are already using generative AI technologies. Avoid loss of control In the past, public cloud services have sparked a gold rush in…

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More security for generative AI and LLMs
More security for generative AI and LLMs

Companies cannot afford to ignore generative AI and its potential. However, you need comprehensive AI observability to ensure investments in generative AI are successful and risks are avoided. Dynatrace has expanded its analytics and automation platform to include holistic observability and security for LLMs and generative AI-powered applications. Dynatrace AI Observability enables companies worldwide to use generative AI reliably and cost-effectively to increase their innovation, productivity and sales. Major platforms supported Dynatrace AI Observability is a comprehensive solution. It covers the end-to-end AI stack, including…

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Data protection: trends in 2024
Data protection: trends in 2024

What challenges could companies face in the area of ​​data protection this year? And how can they prepare for the emerging threats and opportunities? Veritas Technologies, a provider of secure multi-cloud data management solutions, anticipates the following trends in data management and protection in 2024: 1. The first end-to-end, AI-driven robo-ransomware attack heralds a new era of cyber Crime on In the past two years, 78 percent of companies in Germany have experienced ransomware attacks in which the attackers were able to gain access to their systems. This fact alone is worrying, but...

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Risks from generative AI
Risks from generative AI

Generative AI systems like ChatGPT and Copilot have started their triumphant advance and will no longer be able to be stopped. Technologies that can independently create text and images using simple prompts and generate ideas have significantly changed the way we think creatively and solve problems in a short period of time. Although (generative) AI was initially met with some reservations - particularly when it comes to job losses - it is becoming increasingly clear that this technology can complement, rather than replace, human skills. Generative AI is evolving and becoming established in the business world…

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Digital identities: five challenges for 2024
Digital identities: five challenges for 2024

Last year, generative AI and the global IT security situation made headlines. Both have an impact on digital identities and that will not change in the new year. Philipp Angermann, Director Financial Services DACH at IDnow, highlights five challenges and opportunities that digital services in Germany will face next year. 1. The triumph of generative AI, especially in the form of ChatGPT, generative AI and large language models (LLMs) have made a major market appearance in 2023. Observers assume that the use of generative AI...

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AI: a central factor in companies in 2024
AI will be a key factor for companies in 2024

According to a study, 82 percent of CTOs and CIOs of large companies worldwide consider AI to be crucial for defending against cyber threats. Only 38 percent of teams already use AI in all areas. Many fear that AI could write the code for vulnerabilities. Companies are increasing their investments in AI across all business areas to increase productivity, automate tasks, reduce costs and remain competitive, according to the latest study “The state of AI 2024: Challenges to adoption and key strategies for organizational success” by Dynatrace. Companies need to…

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Cat and mouse game in IT security
B2B Cyber ​​Security ShortNews

Looking back at 2023, we can see that the topic of AI has had a significant impact on IT security. This will be no different next year: the possible applications of AI will far exceed the previous functions and small implementations. OpenAI's reported breakthrough in solving mathematical equations is just one example of what the technology can achieve. With this maturity, we will see a proliferation of AI-driven products, from innovative software to AI-generated content. The interaction of cloud and edge computing with GenAI will…

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Artificial intelligence: The most important trends in 2024
Artificial intelligence: These are the most important trends in 2024

Further developments in the area of ​​artificial intelligence pose both cybersecurity risks and opportunities for companies. Generative AI will become increasingly important, especially in business applications. AI technologies are developing at an unprecedented pace. The advances in artificial intelligence, especially generative AI (GenAI), open up new possibilities that will significantly change our economy, ways of working and living. However, the Cisco AI Readiness Index shows that although 95 percent of German companies have or are developing an AI strategy, only 7 percent are best prepared for the use of artificial intelligence...

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Predictions for the security of cyber-physical systems 2024
Predictions for the security of cyber-physical systems 2024 - AI

The major geopolitical crises of the past year, such as Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine and the Middle East conflict, have also impacted cybersecurity. A security solutions provider presents its forecasts for 2024. In April, Canadian intelligence officials reported that Russian attackers appeared to have gained access to Canada's natural gas distribution network and were able to cause physical damage. And in August, Ukraine's State Security Service said that Russia's GRU military intelligence agency was attempting to use tailored malware against Starlink satellites to collect data on Ukrainian troop movements. But also beyond this political...

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Cyberattacks 2024: New attack tactics
Cyberattacks 2024: New attack tactics

Constantly changing, new attack tactics and techniques to specifically exploit human weaknesses will challenge IT security managers in 2024. IT security professionals are facing another challenging year. Cybercriminals are constantly refining their attack tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs), demonstrating their ability to rapidly evolve and implement new, complex attack chains. At the heart of this development is a crucial shift: cybercriminals are targeting digital identities rather than technical vulnerabilities. Even though TTPs and goals change, one aspect remains constant: people and their identities are the most...

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