FaceApp is a gigantic cybersecurity risk, and the viral app has gone from fun to dangerous in an instant. Tech geeks like us don’t have all the answers, but most of us who are immersed in this space are flat out concerned about the potential ramifications of FaceApp and the dangers it might possibly pose. And really? What’s the upside? Your photos might end up on a billboard in a foreign country somewhere, or they might be used to train artificial intelligence. Or both. Or they might be used in even more personal, and personally dangerous ways. It’s not really worth it for a few seconds of amusement, or amazement, or whatever it is, at what you might look like 50 years from now—is it?
Massive GDPR Fines Mean Investors, Board Members Rethink Cybersecurity
The news of the massive GDPR fines levied against British Airways and Marriott has gotten the attention of CIOs. More importantly CEOs, investors, and board members are rethinking cybersecurity, realizing that a security-first mindset in all aspects of the organization is critically important.
Sorry Oracle, It’s Microsoft or Amazon for the DoD’s $10B Cloud Contract
Sorry Oracle, you’re out. Now officially the sole contenders in the bid for the Department of Defense’s $10B cloud computing contract are Microsoft and Amazon. For a variety of reasons, it makes no sense that the government would hand over a ten-year, $10B cloud services contract to Amazon. Time will tell on this front, but my money is on Microsoft.
How to Succeed with RPA — Adjust Your Thinking
How to succeed with Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is all about adjusting your thinking. Here are thoughts on how you can do that.
FedEx Cancels Amazon Contract and Amazon Sets its Sights on Logistics Vertical
While FedEx canceling its Amazon contract might be news, it’s Amazon’s move into the logistics vertical that I’m watching. Here’s why.
Best Buy Moves Deeper into Senior Healthcare with Acquisition of Critical Signal Technologies
Best Buy moves deeper into healthcare in general and the senior care market in particular with the acquisition of Critical Signal Technologies. Both Great Call and CST complement Best Buy’s existing customer care capabilities Geek Squad (tech support) and In-Home Advisors. These two customer care teams will be able to support senior citizens in the home, as well as provide senior health care. It also protects and pivots a traditional retail brand originally known as a great place to buy a computer or a TV into something much, much more.
Cybercrime Could Cost 5.2 Trillion Over Next 5 Years [Report]
The cost of cybercrime, outlined in a new report by Accenture, is expected to cost $5.2 trillion over the next 5 years. Here’s what to do about that.
Cybersecurity Myths to Dispel Immediately For Your Board
Many businesses aren’t as secure as they could be because they believe in dangerous cybersecurity myths.
Samsung Developing Its Own Blockchain Network and Cryptocurrency?
Samsung is taking its blockchain efforts to another level. Sources close to the company report that the tech giant is looking to develop its own proprietary blockchain network as well as its own cryptocurrency, the Samsung Coin, at some point. The Samsung blockchain news comes from Coin Desk Korea from an anonymous source “familiar with Samsung’s internal situation”. The information …
Salesforce Takes a Very Public Stand Against Guns
Salesforce continues its commitment to corporate social activism by taking a very pubic stand against guns with its latest modification to its Acceptable Use Policy. The company is not alone on this front, joined by companies including Shopify, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Walmart, Levi’s, and others.