New York-focused VC Work-Bench has raised a fresh $160M

Work-Bench, a venture capital firm based in New York, has successfully raised $160 million for its Fund IV. This funding is aimed specifically at supporting seed-stage founders who are developing enterprise software, especially in sectors like AI, cybersecurity, and developer tools. Source: TechCrunch Key Points Work-Bench has raised $160 million to fund new ventures specifically […]

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Consolidating cybersecurity tools is driving value, says CyberArk CEO Matt Cohen

Matt Cohen, the CEO of CyberArk, shared insights on the importance of consolidating cybersecurity tools to enhance value and streamline operations in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. His discussion highlighted key strategies for identity security and optimising cybersecurity investments. Source: CNBC Key Points Consolidating multiple cybersecurity tools can maximise operational efficiency. Cohen emphasises the role […]

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Siloed data undercuts IT operations, AI ambitions

This article from CIO Dive discusses how silos in data are creating significant challenges for IT operations and hindering AI initiatives within organisations, as highlighted in a recent Ivanti report. Key Points Over half of IT and cybersecurity professionals reported that critical data is siloed within their organisations. Siloed data leads to inefficiencies such as […]

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South Dakota CIO Leaves Behind a Culture of Innovation

State CIO Madhu Gottumukkala reflects on lessons learned and IT advances focused on better public service, as he prepares to depart for a new cybersecurity role with the federal government. Source: www.govtech.com Key Points Madhu Gottumukkala, South Dakota’s CIO, is transitioning to a federal role, leaving behind a significant legacy in public service technology. He […]

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Hightower Makes Strategic Investment in Lindbrook Capital

Hightower has just announced a strategic investment in Lindbrook Capital, a financial planning and wealth management practice managing around $3.8 billion in assets. With offices in key locations like Los Angeles and New York City, Lindbrook is known for its highly customised investment management services aimed at affluent families and individuals. Hightower’s Chairman and CEO, […]

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Addressing insider threats: The role of HR in employee monitoring

Credit: Getty Images/ Pheelings Media. Summary As Canadian organisations grapple with insider threats—both malicious and negligent actions by employees that can jeopardise data security—HR professionals are positioned uniquely to address these risks. Their key duties involve balancing the necessity of organisational security with employee privacy rights within a framework of evolving regulations. Insider Threats in […]

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Why Vaccine-Maker Moderna Is Injecting AI Across the Company

Moderna, the biotech giant behind one of the initial mRNA vaccines for COVID-19, is diving headfirst into an AI transformation. By collaborating with OpenAI, they’ve developed thousands of bespoke AI models to carry out tasks previously managed by their human workforce. Notably, this shift is reshaping Moderna’s organisational structure, including a surprising merger of their […]

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Artificial Intelligence Making Big Impact On Cybersecurity

Artificial Intelligence is taking the cybersecurity world by storm, with over 100 new companies entering the sector to leverage its potential. Cybersecurity experts Richard Stiennon of IT-Harvest and Dan Lohrmann of Presidio highlight the latest happenings, including various hacking incidents, ransomware attacks, and shifts in government cybersecurity funding. Both experts recently attended major cybersecurity conferences […]

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How ServiceNow became a $200 billion powerhouse: CFO Gina…

ServiceNow has catapulted to a $200 billion valuation under the leadership of CFO Gina Mastantuono. The company, known for automating IT processes, has dramatically expanded its offerings, including HR service delivery and customer relationship management (CRM). This growth has not been without challenges, as the tech market experiences fluctuations, but positive trends in their business […]

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