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AI advancements in 2024 and key predictions for 2025
Robotics

AI advancements in 2024 and key predictions for 2025

In 2024, AI innovations are set to revolutionise sectors like finance and public services, predicting substantial changes and savings of up to GBP £200 billion by 2025.

By Brad Mallard • 5 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Vineeta Puranik appointed as CTO at SmartBear
Artificial Intelligence

Vineeta Puranik appointed as CTO at SmartBear

SmartBear has appointed Vineeta Puranik as its new Chief Technology Officer, aiming to enhance its technology strategy amid rapid AI advancements.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
New PhaaS kits boost phishing threats with advanced tools
Malware

New PhaaS kits boost phishing threats with advanced tools

Research from Barracuda reveals a surge in Phishing-as-a-Service kits, with 30% of credential attacks in 2024 using these advanced tools, set to rise to 50% in 2025.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Trend Micro gets 2024 Customer's Choice for cloud security
Cloud Security

Trend Micro gets 2024 Customer's Choice for cloud security

Trend Micro has earned a 2024 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice designation for Cloud-Native Application Protection Platforms, scoring 4.7 stars from 81 reviews.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
AI trends to redefine low-code development by 2025
Digital Transformation

AI trends to redefine low-code development by 2025

Leaders at Mendix forecast that by 2025, low-code platforms will dominate enterprise application development in Southeast Asia, driven by advancements in AI.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Alibaba Cloud enhances AI tools for global developers
Generative AI

Alibaba Cloud enhances AI tools for global developers

Alibaba Cloud has unveiled initiatives to empower global developers with cutting-edge AI tools, including new models and the GenAI Empowerment Program.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Newgen Software reports 22% revenue growth in FY 2025
Digital Transformation

Newgen Software reports 22% revenue growth in FY 2025

Newgen Software has reported a 22% rise in revenue for the first nine months of FY'25 at INR 1,057 crore, with significant growth across key markets.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality
Malware

Cybersecurity predictions 2025: Hype vs. reality

As cybersecurity predictions flood in for 2025, analysts warn against sensationalist claims, emphasising the dangers of AI in attacks like Business Email Compromise.

By Martin Zugec • 11 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Cisco launches AI Defense to secure AI application use
Firewalls

Cisco launches AI Defense to secure AI application use

Cisco has unveiled Cisco AI Defense, a comprehensive solution aimed at securing the development and use of AI applications in enterprises amid growing safety concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Hexagon launches cloud-based test drive software VTDx
Software-as-a-Service

Hexagon launches cloud-based test drive software VTDx

Hexagon has unveiled VTDx, a cloud-based software for testing Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems, aiming to streamline testing and reduce costs for automakers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
How AI and software development will continue to shape the developer community in 2025
Supply Chain

How AI and software development will continue to shape the developer community in 2025

In 2025, organisations must navigate the complexities of AI integration in software development, balancing innovation with security and skilled developer support.

By Pieter Danhieux and Matias Madou • 7 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
James Cameron leads JLL's energy role in Asia Pacific
Digitalisation

James Cameron leads JLL's energy role in Asia Pacific

James Cameron has been appointed Head of Energy & Infrastructure for Asia Pacific at JLL, driving the firm's expansion in the region from Singapore.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Game review: Planet Coaster 2 (PC)
Gaming

Game review: Planet Coaster 2 (PC)

Planet Coaster 2 delivers an enticing blend of creativity and management, but its stumbling gameplay features and cheeky DLC pricing leave fans wanting more.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
Dan Faulkner appointed CEO of SmartBear amid AI shift
Unified Communications

Dan Faulkner appointed CEO of SmartBear amid AI shift

SmartBear has appointed Dan Faulkner as its new CEO, succeeding Frank Roe, as the company seeks to enhance its product strategy in an AI-driven landscape.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Jan 2025

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Developers (Devs) stories

Spencer Building to boost data centre capacity in Canada
Unified Communications

Spencer Building to boost data centre capacity in Canada

Spencer Building Carrier Hotel in Vancouver is expanding its facilities, adding two new data halls to address soaring demand for data centre services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Carlsberg enhances development with GitHub integration
DevOps

Carlsberg enhances development with GitHub integration

Carlsberg has enhanced its development processes by integrating GitHub's tools, streamlining coding and security while reducing operational tool sprawl.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
SplitMetrics appoints Hallahan & de Vries to key roles
Marketing Technologies

SplitMetrics appoints Hallahan & de Vries to key roles

SplitMetrics has appointed former Meta and Google executive Eoin Hallahan as its new Chief Revenue Officer, aiming to enhance growth and innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025