May 2025 – Page 199 – The Gaming Boardroom

Fair play and fair pay: The CMA issues first ever infringement decision relating to anticompetitive collusion in labour markets

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Summary On 21 March 2025, the Competition & Markets Authority (CMA) announced an infringement finding against five major sports content companies in the UK—BT, ITV, IMG, the BBC, and Sky—imposing fines totalling £4.24 million. The CMA discovered multiple instances where these companies exchanged sensitive information concerning freelancer pay rates, leading to coordinated wage-fixing arrangements. This […]

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SHRM Unveils Groundbreaking Global Worker Project Research: A Comprehensive Look at the Future of Work

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SHRM recently launched its Global Worker Project in Berlin, revealing impactful research on workers’ needs across 16 countries. This initial release sets the stage for deeper insights into the evolving preferences and expectations of the global workforce. Source: SHRM Key Points The Global Worker Project surveyed employees in 16 countries, focusing on their needs and […]

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New Microsoft accounts ‘passwordless by default’

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Microsoft is taking a massive step towards enhancing security by making new accounts passwordless by default. Instead of relying on traditional passwords, users will now utilise passkeys that can be linked with a PIN, facial recognition, or fingerprints. Key Points New Microsoft accounts for Windows, Microsoft 365, and Xbox will not require passwords at all. […]

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Urgent warning over ‘Hi Mum’ WhatsApp scam: Fraudsters are using AI to mimic children’s voices to steal millions of pounds from unsuspecting parents

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Cybersecurity experts have raised alarms over a devious WhatsApp scam involving criminals impersonating family members to extract money from unsuspecting parents. Known as the ‘Hi Mum’ scam, it has already resulted in significant financial losses this year. Key Points Fraudsters use AI voice technology to mimic the voices of the victims’ children. The scam starts […]

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AI Will Send 1 in 4 Workers to a New Job, Salesforce Predicts

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Salesforce predicts that artificial intelligence will lead to one in four workers finding themselves in entirely different jobs as AI becomes more integrated into the workplace. The company’s findings are based on a study of HR professionals, suggesting that AI tools will automate many tasks currently performed by humans, potentially resulting in significant productivity gains. […]

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Confirmed — 19 Billion Compromised Passwords Published Online

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This article details the alarming discovery of 19 billion compromised passwords now available online, following a massive data leak. Just a few months ago, similar password leaks involved millions; now, we’re looking at a staggering figure that can potentially facilitate widespread cyber attacks. Key Points 19 billion passwords compromised and made available on various online […]

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The new IT stack: Rebuilding infrastructure for an AI-first world

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The article discusses how IT leaders are reshaping their infrastructure in response to the demands of an AI-driven landscape. They are focusing on prioritising AI tools, cloud integration, and enhancing cybersecurity measures to better support their organisations. Source: CIO Key Points AI workload demands are reshaping IT infrastructure priorities. 42% of IT decision-makers are investing […]

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The new IT stack: Rebuilding infrastructure for an AI-first world

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In the age of AI, the IT landscape is undergoing a radical transformation. This article discusses how businesses are having to rebuild their infrastructure to accommodate the unique demands of AI workloads and enhance security. With insights from the Q1 2025 IT Trends Report by JumpCloud, it highlights the shift towards more flexible, cloud-native architectures […]

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Top 10 API Security Risks and the Importance of Penetration Testing

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The article discusses critical security risks associated with APIs and underscores the necessity of penetration testing to catch vulnerabilities that automated tools often miss. It elaborates on how API design flaws can expose more than what’s intended, leading to significant risks for organisations. Source: Cybersecurity Ventures Key Points APIs often have hidden vulnerabilities that can […]

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Cubic DTECH Announces the Launch of DTECH Fusion Trust, Powered by HyperSphere

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On May 5, 2025, Cubic DTECH unveiled DTECH Fusion Trust, a cutting-edge solution designed to provide post-quantum encryption for tactically dispersed environments. This innovative platform, powered by HyperSphere, ensures robust data security even in challenging conditions. Source: Cubic Defense Key Points DTECH Fusion Trust delivers quantum-resistant encryption across various platforms, from body-worn devices to mobile […]

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