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Articles Posted Week: Jan. 19th, 2026 — Jan. 25th, 2026 (334/3/5)
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Security
Security Boulevard
Platform Engineering
Technology
5 Tech Predictions For 2026: From AI Inference To Kubernetes
These 4 Big Technology Bets Will Reshape The Global Economy In 2026
Cloud
Cloud Adoption Isn’t Going Away - But Can Your Business Deal With The Security Impact?
Cloud Migration: Why Legacy Businesses Face The End Of Possibilities For Their Future
How to Keep Cloud-Native Applications Running During DDoS-Scale Traffic Surges
Google News
Varonis News
TechTalk Summits - Live
TechTalk: Technology Executive Summit - Atlanta, GA (Jan. 28th)
TechTalk: Sitecore in the Stadium (Moda Center, Portland, OR) (Feb. 3rd)
Your users are being targeted right now. Deepfake attacks happen every few minutes, and nearly half of all organizations have already been hit. When a deepfake lands in your user's inbox, will they spot it or fall for it? Register
Security
What Data Privacy Day Reminds Us About Modern Cyber Risk
Data Privacy Day, which falls on Jan. 28 this year, always prompts renewed conversation about whether privacy still matters in an era dominated by social media, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI)....more
Why Identity Security Must Move Beyond MFA
By integrating identity threat detection with MFA, organizations can protect sensitive data, maintain operational continuity, and reduce risk exposure....more
Security Boulevard
We’ve Reached The ‘Customers Want Security’ Stage, And AI Is Listening
I’ve seen this movie before. That’s why a recent LinkedIn post by Ilya Kabanov stopped me mid-doomscroll....more
What Are Drive-By Download Attacks?
Drive-by downloads are especially dangerous because they exploit security vulnerabilities in browsers, plugins, or operating systems, making them difficult to detect and prevent without strong cybersecurity measures in place....more
What Makes AI In Cybersecurity Reliable?
Cybersecurity is an evolving field, constantly adapting to new threats and vulnerabilities. But have you considered how Non-Human Identities (NHIs) are shaping cybersecurity, especially regarding AI reliability?...more
Platform Engineering
Platform Engineering Shapes Engineering Culture, Not Just Delivery
Internal platforms don’t just accelerate shipping - they reshape how engineers work. By removing low-value toil and standardizing the fundamentals, platforms free teams to focus on meaningful problems, improving engagement, retention, and long-term innovation capacity....more
Technology
5 Tech Predictions For 2026: From AI Inference To Kubernetes
Look for focus on AI inference, mandate for open systems, Kubernetes as unified control plane, a resurgence in edge computing and specialized AI agents....more
These 4 Big Technology Bets Will Reshape The Global Economy In 2026
The next 12 months and beyond will see enterprises direct their attention to crucial areas, including AI and robotics....more
In today's environment, speed and execution separate winners from the rest. The trends we've tracked for years-AI and generative AI, cloud maturity, data modernization, and true digital leadership - are no longer emerging; they're table stakes for competitive advantage. Register
Top 10 Emerging Technologies In 2026
Technological advancements occur every couple of years, opening new avenues for people. This year, most are already past the hype phase and are delivering significant impact in their areas of application. From the models that mirror human logic to extending beyond the present, these advancements are already being incorporated into business plans, research labs, and even consumer products....more
Cloud
Cloud Adoption Isn’t Going Away - But Can Your Business Deal With The Security Impact?
A new Fortinet report has confirmed cloud is now considered mission-critical for most businesses, underpinning many operations and their AI strategies - but it also comes with its downsides....more
Cloud Migration: Why Legacy Businesses Face The End Of Possibilities For Their Future
Without cloud migration, businesses face the end of innovation. In this new AI era, businesses operating within the closed architectures of legacy systems do not have the flexible, data-driven foundation to engage with these new technologies and ensure a strong pipeline of necessary innovation. And as AI continues to evolve, those not able to keep pace with innovation risk being left behind....more
How to Keep Cloud-Native Applications Running During DDoS-Scale Traffic Surges
Cloud-native apps are built to scale, but not always to survive chaos. A sudden traffic surge can hit from anywhere, and you might not even be aware. Sometimes it’s a DDoS attack. On other occasions, it’s your own success in the form of a product launch, a viral post or a sales rush. Either way, if your app can’t handle the heat, systems will fail, users will bail and trust will erode fast....more
Google News
New ChromeOS Tools To Support Classroom Collaboration
Modernize your classroom with AI-powered Chromebooks, Gemini in Chrome, and new ways to engage and collaborate with students with powerful Class tools features and a new display app....more
Enterprise AI Adoption, Demystified: What Enterprises Learned Building With Google Cloud
Enterprise AI didn’t slow because the technology wasn’t ready. It slowed because people weren’t sure what to trust, what to learn or where to begin. Over the past year, conversations with Google Cloud leaders and industry experts revealed a consistent pattern: Enterprise AI adoption advances when confidence replaces complexity....more
Varonis News
Stanley - A $6,000 Russian Malware Toolkit With Chrome Web Store Guarantee
A new malware toolkit called ‘Stanley’ spoofs websites while keeping the address bar intact and guarantees Chrome Web Store approval....more
Varonis Concierge: Extending Data Security Beyond Software
Varonis Concierge gives you expert, personalized guidance to secure sensitive data, optimize your platform, and achieve measurable security outcomes....more
Varonis SaaS: Fast & Easy Agentless Cloud Deployment
Varonis’ cloud-native Data Security Platform deploys in minutes and delivers immediate protection at scale....more
TechTalk Summits - Live
TechTalk: Technology Executive Summit - Atlanta, GA (Jan. 28th)
Join us at this Technology Executive Summit to gain valuable insights on leveraging legacy and emerging technologies to keep your organization at the forefront of a rapidly evolving business industry. This premier event fosters collaboration, offering fresh perspectives and actionable strategies to navigate today’s complex technology ecosystem....more
TechTalk: Sitecore in the Stadium (Moda Center, Portland, OR) (Feb. 3rd)
An exclusive invitation for digital leaders at Sitecore customer organizations--Hosted by Tech Talk Summits...more
Technology Executive Dinner - Chicago, IL (Feb. 5th)
Join us at this Technology Executive Dinner to gain valuable insights on leveraging legacy and emerging technologies to keep your organization at the forefront of a rapidly evolving business industry....more
Technology Executive Dinner - Boston, MA (Feb. 11th)
Join us at this Technology Executive Dinner to gain valuable insights on leveraging legacy and emerging technologies to keep your organization at the forefront of a rapidly evolving business industry....more
In this exclusive webinar, Tanium and The Futurum Group reveal findings from a new market research study that explores how enterprises are adapting by moving toward Autonomous IT. Register
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