Metomic Predicts The Top 5 Trends That Will Shape The 2024 Data Security Landscape Claire Wilson claire.wilson@metomic.ioAfter the cost of the average data breach reached a record-breaking $4.45 million in 2023, business leaders will spend next year prioritizing their data security effortsLONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, today announced its top five data security predictions for next...

The Power of Chatbots for Small Businesses Story by Benson Mawira • 3mo In today’s fast-paced business landscape, small business owners are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance customer engagement and streamline operations. One technology that has gained significant traction in recent years is the use of chatbots. These intelligent computer programs, powered by natural language processing (NLP) and artificial intelligence (AI), are reshaping the way small businesses interact with their customers and...

These 4 Surprising Apps Are Actually Putting Your Personal Data At Risk, Security Experts War Story by Lisa Cupido • 3mo You use your phone for practically everything. That little device knows more about you than most close friends and family — including your banking information, all of the names and numbers of every person you know, every private text and email exchanged between you and the rest of the world, and so...

AI Health Coaches Are Coming Soon to a Device Near You Story by Will Henshall • 2mo Ten years ago, the idea of tracking your footsteps or your heartbeat was weird. Those dedicated to the pursuit of quantified self knowledge proselytized in TED Talks, while journalists attended conferences and reported on the strange new trend. Today, over 40% of households in the U.S. own a wearable device, according to statistics service Statista. It is not uncommon to hear retirees comparing...

What Is The Best Coffee Machine For An Office Written by: Henry CampbellIntroductionWhen it comes to creating a productive and enjoyable work environment, providing a good cup of coffee is essential. Coffee not only helps boost energy and focus but also fosters social interactions and breaks that can lead to increased collaboration and creativity. That’s why investing in a coffee machine for your office is a smart decision that can...

U.S. water utilities were hacked after leaving their default passwords set to ‘1111,’ cybersecurity officials say BY WILFRED CHANThe White House is sounding the alarm as critical U.S. infrastructure fails to implement even the most basic cybersecurity measures.Providers of critical infrastructure in the United States are doing a sloppy job of defending against cyber intrusions, the National Security Council tells Fast Company, pointing to recent Iran-linked attacks on U.S. water utilities that exploited...

30 small business grants just for women Story by Susan Guillory • 2moSmall business grants provide money that, unlike loans, don’t typically have to be paid back. Business owners can use this money to take their businesses to the next level. And if you’re a female entrepreneur, you may qualify for female-owned business grants that provide capital you can use for your business, from launching it to expanding to a new location.Below,...

How Technology Revolutionizes Access To Capital For Small Businesses By John Lie-Nielsen, an entrepreneur and investor specializing in financial services, and the CEO of One Park Financial.Imagine a world where small businesses flourish based on their own merits, not just the owner's credit score. A world where they are not denied capital due to inaccurate assessment or short-sighted assessment by funders. Thanks to technology, we're living in that reality today.Small businesses...

The SEC Cybersecurity Rules Are Now Effective: What You Need to Know and Do Now WRITTEN BY: Lowenstein Sandler LLPThe Rules on Cybersecurity Risk Management, Strategy, Governance, and Incident Disclosure by Public Companies (the “Cybersecurity Rules”), which the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had adopted earlier this year, became effective on December 18. The Cybersecurity Rules codify the obligation of public companies to report material cybersecurity incidents and mandate the...

How to let AI plan your day on your iPhone with Outside Story by Alex Blake • 2moThese days, making social plans can be both tricky and tedious. With so many choices available to you, landing on one thing can at times feel overwhelming. Yet repeatedly adding events to your calendar and working out the best time to do them can often feel like a chore.Outside is an app that...