Communication device manufacturer Poly is introducing more integrations with Microsoft Teams and its devices, most recently the Studio X30 and X50 video bars. According to a Tuesday press release, the video bars now run Microsoft Teams natively, allowing for seamless out-of-the-box collaboration via Microsoft’s unified communication and collaboration platform. New features include: Proximity join allows […]
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Hikvision Among Tech Companies the Department of Defense Says Are Backed by Chinese Military
Department of Defense releases document listing 20 companies operating in the U.S. that Washington alleges are backed by Chinese military.
Hikvision was blacklisted by the Trump Administration last year, but now it is on the list of tech companies owned or controlled by the Chinese military, the U.S. Department of Defense says. Reuters is reporting a Department of Defense (DOD) document listing 20 companies, including Hikvision and Huawei, operating in the United States that Washington alleges are backed by […]
Microsoft Developing Teams Learning App
Microsoft is working on a new online learning app in Microsoft Teams that will become available later this year as part of a digital skills initiative.
Microsoft is reportedly working on a new online learning app in Microsoft Teams that will become available later this year. The new app – announced during the unveiling on a new digital skills initiative via a June 30 virtual event and on Microsoft’s official blog – will bring content together from a variety of sources […]
Who Got Hacked This Week? June 30 Edition
What types of cyberattacks were carried out this week, June 30, 2020? Read on to find out about the latest cyberattacks and who got hacked this week.
What types of cyberattacks were carried out this week, June 30, 2020? Read on to find out about the latest cyberattacks and who got hacked this week.
Delegating and Assigning Roles as an IT Manager
IT managers that delegate efficiently, communicate effectively and foster an environment of trust will create a well-oiled team of tech experts.
In an industry as high stakes as IT where one small mistake could spell disaster for an entire organization, delegating and assigning roles to your team is one of the most important functions of a manager. When your team has a firm grasp on their job descriptions and they know what you expect out of […]
Office Energy Management System Keeps Power On In South Florida
A new office energy management system for a small business in southern Florida keeps the office operating 24/7 despite the region's power difficulties.
Harbourside Place is Jupiter, Florida’s premier downtown destination for shopping, dining, luxury hotel accommodations, entertainment, boating and office space. Nestled along Jupiter’s Intracoastal Waterway, Harbourside Place conveys that classic, coastal vibe. The Tech Decision When a family office decided to relocate their workplace to this upscale location, the key requirement was to have a secure […]
CompTIA COVID-19 Survey: Tech Firms Growing More Optimistic
Technology providers are reporting a more optimistic business climate than just a few months ago, according to a new CompTIA survey.
The technology business climate is showing signs of stabilizing, according to IT industry trade group CompTIA. Customer interest in cybersecurity, cloud computing and other areas could be an indicator of a business environment that is stabilizing in the wake of COVID-19, as 84% of tech firms are receiving new customer inquiries, which is up from […]
UCSF Medical School Pays $1.1M in Ransomware Attack
The University of California at San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine has paid hackers $1.14 million so the school could regain access to data.
The University of California at San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine has paid hackers $1.14 million so the school could regain access to data that had been encrypted by ransomware. UCSF networks were attacked by Netwalker ransomware on June 1, and the attack was detected on June 3. “The data that was encrypted is important […]
The Death of Guardzilla Suggests DIY Security is Still Too Risky
There are far, far too many defunct DIY security companies and products. Guardzilla is the latest. The company, which offered a lineup of DIY security cameras with a live 360° view, appears to have gone out of business. Guardzilla’s homepage is now blank except for a message that reads, “We deeply regret that these troubling times have […]
Week in Review: COVID Detection Tech, Evaluating Employees, etc.
This week, June 22- 26, 2020: temperature scanning platforms, contactless technology, evaluating employees, sound masking, and more.
This week, June 22- 26, 2020: temperature scanning platforms, contactless technology, evaluating employees, sound masking, and more.
