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#1 ID Dataweb and IBM Enhance Identity Verification Solutions
ID Dataweb has expanded its relationship with IBM to integrate its identity verification workflows into IBM Security Verify. This collaboration aims to streamline user identity confirmation within existing workflows, enhancing security and user experience. Key benefits include pre-built templates for identity-proofing, orchestration tools for managing verification processes, and IAL 2-certified workflows to combat fraud. This integration promises improved fraud prevention and a seamless digital experience for joint customers.
#2 Ansys Launches Ansys Access on Microsoft Azure
Ansys has introduced Ansys Access on Microsoft Azure, enabling customers to deploy Ansys products on Azure’s cloud platform efficiently. This solution, available from May 30, leverages customers’ Azure subscriptions and existing Ansys licenses for scalable, secure, and cost-effective HPC simulations.
It addresses cloud simulation challenges with pre-configured Ansys applications and recommended HPC infrastructure, enhancing control for IT departments and boosting engineers’ productivity. This collaboration aims to streamline deployment, reduce costs, and foster innovation across industries.
#3 Hitachi Vantara Expands Virtual Storage Platform One with New Block Storage Appliance
Hitachi Vantara has launched a new block storage appliance within its Virtual Storage Platform One, targeting mid-sized enterprises. This expansion addresses the growing need for scalable, sustainable data storage solutions due to the surge in data volumes driven by AI and connected technologies.
Key features include:
- Optimized Performance and Sustainability: It reduces rack space, power consumption, and cooling costs. It features Dynamic Carbon Reduction technology and “always on compression” to lower energy use by up to 40%.
- Enhanced Security and Data Protection: Intrinsic security with anti-ransomware measures via Hitachi Thin Image Advanced snapshot software. Provides continuous data protection with efficient disk space usage.
- Ease of Use: Self-installation, cloud-based management with Ops Center Clear Sight, and dynamic drive protection. Embedded GUI and SaaS-based portal for simplified management.
- Scalability and Integration: Scales from a single appliance to a 65-node cluster, supporting both traditional and cloud-native applications. Integrates seamlessly into the Virtual Storage Platform One suite, managing block, file, and object storage with common data services.
#4 Jeffrey Sullivan Elected Chair of DirectTrust’s Interoperable Secure Cloud Fax Consensus Body
Consensus Cloud Solutions announces that its CTO, Jeffrey Sullivan, has been elected Chairperson of DirectTrust’s Interoperable Secure Cloud Fax Consensus Body. This group aims to create an ANSI standard to improve current fax protocols and integrate modern fax workflows within healthcare systems’ interoperability strategies. DirectTrust, a non-profit focused on healthcare trust and standards, initiated this body to enable industries reliant on fax communication to benefit from modern interoperability frameworks without overhauling existing systems.
#5 Cato Networks’ Cato CTRL Team to Showcase Innovations at Five Conferences
Cato Networks‘ Cato CTRL, its cyber threat intelligence research team, will present new AI-driven innovations and insights at five upcoming conferences. Key presentations will include:
1. IoT-based Attacks and AI for Data Loss Prevention:
SharkFest ’24 US: Asaf Fried will discuss “Passive Fingerprinting Methods for IoT Profiling” (June 19)
Secure AI Summit: Fried will cover “Using Large Language Models to Improve Data Loss Prevention in Organizations” (June 25).
2. Defense-in-Depth Techniques:
BSIDES Barcelona: Matan Mittelman will present “Stop Chasing APT Headlines & Start Covering Your Bases” (May 30).
OWASP Global AppSec Lisbon 2024: Avishay Zawoznik will present a similar talk on “Start Covering Your Bases & Stop Chasing APT Headlines” (June 27).
3. Cloud Security Risks:
Rocky Mountain Information Security Conference (RMISC): Etay Maor will present “AI: Fact, Fiction, and Friction” and “Cloudy with a Chance of Cyberattacks” (June 13).
#6 Lacework Launches Lacework Edge for Enhanced Security Service Edge
Lacework has unveiled Lacework Edge, a new Security Service Edge (SSE) product extending its data-driven platform to secure users and networks. This cloud-native, proxy-based solution provides zero-trust connectivity, replacing traditional VPNs and network security tools. Lacework Edge uses AI/ML for real-time risk analysis to enhance security, performance, and user experience.
In addition, it secures access to internet, private, and SaaS applications while offering superior visibility and behavioral analysis. Designed to intercept attacks early, it promises comprehensive control over data and devices, transforming the SSE landscape.
#7 HCLTech Integrates GenAI into MRO Solution for Enhanced Asset Utilization
HCL Technologies, a leading global technology company, has introduced generative AI (GenAI) capabilities into its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) solution, iMRO/4, aimed at elevating the performance and efficiency of high-value assets across various industries, including transportation, technology, energy, aerospace, and defense.
News Highlights:
- GenAI Integration: HCLTech has incorporated GenAI functionalities into its iMRO/4 solution, leveraging AI to optimize asset maintenance processes within SAP S/4HANA. This integration is set to streamline service instructions, simplify complex asset maintenance procedures, and enhance operational efficiency.
- Launch of GenAI Bot: To initiate the AI integration, HCLTech will introduce a GenAI bot designed to facilitate service instructions, enabling users to expedite and streamline maintenance tasks within SAP S/4HANA. This initiative aims to significantly reduce the time and effort required for complex asset maintenance processes.
- Enhanced Reporting Capabilities: The GenAI-infused iMRO/4 solution will enable comprehensive natural language inspection and repair findings reports, leveraging operative data within SAP S/4HANA. This feature enhances reporting efficiency, providing detailed insights to support decision-making processes.
- Business Impact: Sadagopan Singam, Executive Vice President of Digital Business at HCLTech, emphasizes that the integration of GenAI enhancements into iMRO/4 will enable clients in asset-intensive industries to achieve greater efficiency, enhance asset utilization, and reduce operational costs.
- Comprehensive MRO Capabilities: HCLTech’s iMRO/4 solution offers enterprises a comprehensive suite of advanced MRO capabilities, encompassing engineering, operations, scheduling, supply chain management, customer engagement, and support. This integrated approach aims to optimize processes throughout the maintenance lifecycle.
- Strategic Partnerships: As a global SAP EAM partner and SAP co-development partner for complex MRO operations, HCLTech leverages innovative technologies such as connected assets, predictive analytics, machine learning, and AI to drive business process optimization for enterprises.
#8 Progress Enhances Application Development with Generative AI, Advanced Design Systems, and Improved Accessibility
Progress has released the latest versions of Progress Telerik and Progress Kendo UI, introducing generative AI integration, enhanced design system capabilities, and accessible data visualization. The update includes AI prompts for improved UX, a Blazor Spreadsheet component, and new tools for embedding AI in applications. Enhanced Figma UI Kits and a smart CSS code editor streamline design-to-code workflows, ensuring brand consistency and faster production times.
Additionally, the libraries now comply with accessibility standards such as Section 508, WCAG 2.2, and WAI Aria, promoting inclusivity in data visualization. This release also supports .NET 9 Preview and complex migration scenarios, aiding the modernization of legacy projects.
#9 AWS and SAP Enhance ERP with Generative AI
AWS and SAP have announced an expanded collaboration to integrate generative AI into modern cloud ERP systems, enhancing enterprise efficiency and innovation.
News Highlights:
- The partnership aims to simplify the adoption of the RISE with SAP solution on AWS, improving SAP workloads’ performance and efficiency in the cloud.
- Embedding generative AI into SAP’s business-critical applications to drive new capabilities.
- SAP AI Core infrastructure will access Amazon Bedrock’s generative AI models, enabling SAP customers to build customized applications.
- Integration will accelerate the adoption of AI and modernize key business processes.
- SAP will use AWS Graviton3 chips for SAP HANA Cloud, achieving better compute performance and energy efficiency.
- Future SAP AI offerings will leverage AWS Trainium and Inferentia chips to speed up AI model training and deployment.
- Amazon’s Project Kuiper will use RISE with SAP for its satellite broadband network, benefiting from SAP’s advanced capabilities to support its supply chain and manufacturing operations.
#10 Huawei EM2.0 Model: Leading Digital Transformation for African Operators
At the Africa Carrier Cloud Transformation Summit 2024, Huawei introduced the EM2.0 model, emphasizing digital transformation for African operators. The summit, held during GITEX AFRICA 2024, featured discussions on leveraging digital cloud platforms to drive new growth beyond connectivity.
Key announcements and insights include:
- Collaboration between Huawei and African operators to spearhead digital transformation efforts.
- Benjamin Hou of Huawei highlighted EM2.0 as a catalyst for transforming operators from traditional network service providers to digital service providers by optimizing digital infrastructure and enabling diverse digital services.
- James Crawshaw from Omdia emphasized the role of cloud services in reducing costs, driving innovation, and expanding business ecosystems for global operators.
- CTO Tariku Demissi outlined Ethio Telecom’s strategy to create a platform economy and accelerate digitization across B2B and B2G sectors.
- Ying Li highlighted Huawei Cloud’s success in Africa and its role as a strategic partner for operators transitioning to digital service providers.
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