It’s encouraging to see companies find pockets of differentiation and still kick start some innovation, not just in what their smartphones have to offer but also accompanying products that can improve user’s lives.
HP says that mobile applications are the new battlefield opening up vulnerabilities in storage and transmission of private and sensitive information. 75 per cent of mobile applications scanned exhibit at least one critical or high-severity security vulnerability, compared to 35 per cent of non-mobile applications.
By Lee Rickwood
More than half of those surveyed said they had concerns about data security in the cloud, with only 35 per cent saying they feel their data is safer in the cloud. Nearly half also said they wanted a local data centre that provides them with control over their data.
By Yasmin Ranade
Dell thought leaders and industry professionals recently gathered in Austin, Texas at the annual Dell World event to discuss technology opportunities and challenges, and how they propose to make a lasting difference in business and IT.
By Lee Rickwood
Users have a big responsibility (in protecting themselves and others while online), but so too the companies and services with which they share their information; it’s a responsibility some companies may not be taking all that seriously.
By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla Finding a common focus, Samsung and Red Hat are teaming up to tackle next generation mobile enterprise solutions that power mobile-first strategies. Mobile devices in the enterprise are becoming more important than simple Bring Your Own…
By Christine Persaud
The topic of encouraging more women to work in the technology and related fields is a hot one these days, as we experience a shortage of talent to fill needed jobs, and females who may be reluctant to pursue such careers. A new initiative, spearheaded by the Honourable Dr. K. Kellie Leitch, Minister of Labour and Minister of Status of Women, hopes to change that.
Tough conversations that challenge the status quo take place at the crowded, busy intersection of technology, science, creativity & entrepreneurship – and at events produced by a Canadian entrepreneur.
by Lee Rickwood