2026 stories - Page 9
AI sprawl to create waste as firms chase tools, not trust
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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it automation
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rpa
Uncoordinated AI rollouts risk creating costly “AI sprawl” and waste by 2026, with Nintex warning trust and governance are lagging.
Phishing-as-a-service kits drive surge in 2025 scams
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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firewalls
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network security
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mfa
Phishing-as-a-service kits doubled in 2025, now powering 90% of attacks as cyber gangs race to outsmart multifactor checks and filters.
IDeaS scores triple recognition at 2026 HotelTechAwards
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
IDeaS wins twice and places once at the 2026 HotelTechAwards, underscoring growing demand for connected hotel revenue and planning tools.
Infoblox to buy Axur to bolster AI-powered threat defence
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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malware
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firewalls
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network security
Infoblox agrees to buy AI-driven threat hunter Axur, aiming to curb phishing and brand abuse beyond the traditional network perimeter.
TeamViewer predicts emotionally aware enterprise AI
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
TeamViewer predicts 2026 enterprise AI will hinge on governance, energy limits and emotionally aware agents reshaping workplace roles.
Tanium named Leader in Gartner 2026 endpoint report
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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endpoint protection
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digital transformation
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pam
Tanium named Leader in Gartner's first 2026 Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Management Tools, scoring highest for Completeness of Vision.
Salesforce unveils AI-powered Slackbot as work agent
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
Salesforce debuts a revamped AI Slackbot as a personal work agent, tying Slack into its Agentforce 360 automation and data platform.
EasyPicky outlines five AI-led retail trends for 2026
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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saas
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data analytics
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digital transformation
EasyPicky predicts AI-driven retail, video shelf checks and phygital hubs will tackle GBP £1.5 trillion stock mismanagement by 2026.
CFOs back AI to transform finance but trust gap widens
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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data protection
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data analytics
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digital transformation
CFOs bet big on AI to reshape finance, but a Kyriba survey shows trust is lagging as privacy and security fears intensify worldwide.
2026: Resilience, the new foundation of cybersecurity
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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data protection
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dr
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ransomware
Cybersecurity in 2026 pivots from building higher walls to one core question: how fast can organisations recover when attacks inevitably hit?.
AI's 2026 security fallout: identity chaos & deepfake fear
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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phishing
OpenText warns 2026 will bring an AI‑driven identity crisis, deepfake-fuelled scams and decision overload that many firms are not ready for.
Channel partners shift to data-led growth strategies
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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cx
Channel partners in five markets plan to prioritise data-led products and consulting in 2026, edging out managed services and subscriptions.
'The Orchestrator' tops SmartRecruiters' job title list
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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hcm
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erp
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payment technologies
SmartRecruiters crowns “The Orchestrator” Job Title of the Year as employers prioritise coordination roles in AI-driven, fragmented workplaces.
Forrester warns on 2026 tech budgets amid AI shifts
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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uc
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semiconductors
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data analytics
Forrester flags cooler optimism for 2026 tech budgets as leaders juggle AI-driven investment plans with rising geopolitical and cyber risks.
Apple bundles pro creative apps in new AI Studio deal
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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martech
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digital entertainment
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rpa
Apple has unveiled Creator Studio, a subscription bundling pro creative apps with new AI tools and premium content across its platforms.
Security now central to business decisions, says report
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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socs
Security teams are moving from gatekeepers to strategic partners, with ROI and integration now central to security investment decisions.
Microsoft patches zero-day, kills legacy Windows drivers
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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mdm
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Microsoft's first 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes an exploited DWM zero-day, strips decades-old modem drivers and tackles Secure Boot risks.
Nintex tips 2026 'reality check' for enterprise agentic AI
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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it automation
Nintex warns enterprise agentic AI will face a 2026 reality check, with tighter budgets, targeted use cases and tougher governance.
Commvault Cloud Unified Data Vault secures S3 data
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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storage
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data protection
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dr
Commvault unveils Unified Data Vault, an S3-compatible cloud service that centralises encryption, immutability and governance for backups.
Seeing Machines unveils unified 3D in-cabin sensing
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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robots
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cartech
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self-driving cars
Seeing Machines debuts a unified 3D in-cabin sensing platform at CES 2026, mapping whole vehicle interiors with a single perception layer.