Veracode acquires Longbow Security
Thursday, April 18, 2024 by Freeman Lightner
Veracode announced the acquisition of Longbow Security, a security risk management platform for cloud-native environments. The acquisition marks the next exciting phase of Veracode, underscoring the company’s commitment to help organizations effectively manage and reduce application risk across the growing attack surface.
The integration of Longbow in...
Illuminate development tool from PubNub announced at GDC 2024
Monday, April 1, 2024 by Richard Harris
PubNub announced the launch of their newest product, PubNub Illuminate, at the 2024 Game Developers Conference.
Illuminate gives product owners the ability to easily map the KPIs that are important to their game’s success, trigger decisions based on live game state, and see instant outcomes without requiring engineering resources. They can m...
Gaming app insights report from AppLovin and Adjust
Monday, April 1, 2024 by Freeman Lightner
Adjust released The Gaming App Insights Report, a first-of-its-kind resource for studios, developers, and mobile marketers, pairing global mobile gaming app data with expert insights from AppLovin and its in-house creative agency SparkLabs. Notable growth in gaming app installs and in-app revenue in 2023 continued into 2024 reveals a resurgence across many subverticals ...
Publisher Portal for in game audio ad monetization from Odeeo
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 by Richard Harris
Odeeo has launched its new Publisher Portal which gives games publishers access to industry first comprehensive features, such as analytics and reporting tools previously only available for traditional display and video ads, including impressions, revenue and engagement rates.
Previously across the in-game audio ad industry, publishers had limited control over ad pla...
QMware NVIDIA and Oracle to advance hybrid quantum computing
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 by Richard Harris
QMware announced a new collaboration with NVIDIA and Oracle through which it will use Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) powered by NVIDIA A100 Tensor Core GPU clusters, as well as the NVIDIA CUDA Quantum open-source hybrid quantum computing platform, to test and develop a new state-of-the-art hybrid quantum computing service for enterprise customers. An initial version ...
Neopets saw rapid growth for 2023
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 by Richard Harris
The almost 25-year-old legendary virtual pet game Neopets is delighted to present a strong 2023 business performance, following its transition into an independent entity known as World of Neopia, Inc. in July 2023. Since that transition, Neopets has experienced a remarkable turnaround, boasting an unprecedented 100% increase in monthly active users (MAU) and a new ...
ONCD asks software manufacturers to adopt memory safe languages
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 by Richard Harris
The White House Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD) has released a new report asking software manufacturers to adopt memory-safe programming languages to help reduce vulnerabilities from entering the supply chain.
"For thirty-five years, memory safety vulnerabilities have plagued the digital ecosystem, but it doesn’t have to be this way. This repo...
Agile myths busted by Adaptavist
Friday, February 9, 2024 by Jon Kern
Agile methodologies are more essential than ever with the constant demand for businesses to adapt to fast-changing markets and digital transformation continuing its rise. However, the hype around Agile has mistakenly led many to view it as a silver bullet, only to report frustrations that Agile isn’t living up to its full potential. The fact is that many myths and...
Top data predictions for 2024 from Alluxio
Thursday, February 8, 2024 by Richard Harris
Alluxio’s Founder and CEO Haoyuan (H.Y.) Li forecasts major developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI), cloud, data and analytics, devops and storage in 2024. Data strategies will continue to require solutions that enable enterprises to manage complex data across diverse sources, optimize performance, scale in hybrid/multi-cloud environments, and operate efficie...
Low code app development and API webinars from LANSA
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 by Richard Harris
Are your development projects hitting roadblocks due to complexity or cost? The answer could lie in professional low-code!
Build custom applications and solve your most pressing business problems efficiently. Join LANSA’s upcoming webinars to learn how. Hosted in three different timezones, registration is free and you can pick the session that works best for yo...
Branded call display with logos from TransUnion and ATT
Thursday, February 1, 2024 by Richard Harris
AT&T and TransUnion are now offering outgoing calls for businesses that display a brand name and logo on the receiver’s phone - with two new features to improve consumer trust:
Recipients no longer need a special app on their mobile device to see the caller’s brand logo.
The branded calls with logos are verified with STIR/SHAKEN, a set of st...
Cloud radio access networks industry growth projections
Thursday, February 1, 2024 by Brittany Hainzinger
The global cloud radio access network market is projected to grow at a staggering 22.9% value CAGR, reaching US$ 43.2 Billion, following an assessment period ranging from 2022-2032. As per a newly published report on this industry by Fact.MR, a valuation of US$ 5.5 Billion has been anticipated during FY 2022. Furthermore, the market is expected to yield a dollar opportu...
AI marketing automation from Act On Data Lake
Thursday, February 1, 2024 by Brittany Hainzinger
Act-On Software is helping marketers harness the power of data and improve customer engagement with a robust Data Lake, functioning as a private Customer Data Platform (CDP) within Act-On’s customer-beloved marketing automation (MA) solution.
As martech stacks become increasingly complex, data extensibility is critical. Act-On’s Data Lake allows for ...
Programmable video APIs aiding developers from Vonage
Wednesday, January 31, 2024 by Richard Harris
Savinay Berry, EVP Product and Engineering at Vonage, explains how Vonage's programmable video APIs are aiding developers to drive positive CX brand experiences, how to overcome the challenges developers face when tasked with implementing video, how you can leverage APIs to eliminate heavy lifting and manage the data for you, how they implemented flexible ...
AI 3D model search engine features coming to Toggle3D
Tuesday, January 30, 2024 by Brittany Hainzinger
Toggle3D.ai, the all-in-one 3D modeling solution harnessing the power of generative AI to convert CAD files, apply 4K texturing, and seamlessly publish 4K 3D models, is excited to report a 75% jump in usage in Q4. The Toggle3D platform currently has 27,192 users, and 26,504 or 97% of the users are active and have logged in within the last 30 days. The Company is fo...
GenAI corporate landscape transformations
Tuesday, January 30, 2024 by Freeman Lightner
The latest studies from Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and MIT Technology Review shed light on a pivotal moment in the corporate world, characterized by the swift rise of Generative AI (GenAI) and its profound impact on business operations, filmmaking, and beyond.
GenAI: Transforming the corporate landscape
According to BCG’s comprehensive survey of over 1,40...
Red Hat Developer Hub is available now
Wednesday, January 24, 2024 by Richard Harris
Red Hat, Inc., the provider of open-source solutions, announced the general availability of Red Hat Developer Hub, an enterprise-grade internal developer platform (IDP) based on Backstage, an open-source Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) project. Featuring a self-service portal, standardized software templates, dynamic plug-in management, enterprise role-ba...
AppDirect Capital Program receives 100M in funding
Thursday, January 11, 2024 by Freeman Lightner
AppDirect announced it has secured 100M US in funding from global investment group CDPQ. This new investment will support innovative financing options for technology advisors through the AppDirect Capital Invest program, allowing them to access flexible capital to transform and scale their business. Building upon the initial USD 80 million financing ...
3Ready automotive showcase by 3SS at CES 2024
Tuesday, January 9, 2024 by Richard Harris
At CES 2024, 3 Screen Solutions (3SS), the provider of software for video entertainment services, will have its biggest presence ever, affording visitors multiple opportunities to experience the transformational 3Ready platform that drives next-level personalized and content-centric digital entertainment.
The beating heart of 3SS’ showcase at CES 2024 will be 3...
AI cooling off period projected by Helpshift in 2024
Friday, January 5, 2024 by Richard Harris
There was much hype in 2023 about AI, and as a result, all sorts of companies have jumped into the AI space - even if they’re not "AI companies." We saw some brands that were too hasty and indiscriminate in their approach to AI. They’re tinkering with AI, throwing stuff at the wall to see what sticks. They’re trying to put AI everywhere...
Tech and mobile app predictions from Inflectra for 2024
Wednesday, January 3, 2024 by Richard Harris
The year 2024 is upon us and, with it, some of the biggest changes technology has ever brought to multiple industries. Technological innovations and mobile applications promise to create seismic shifts across countless sectors, from the healthcare industry and manufacturing to military and defense.
Below are five ways developments in technology and mobile application...
Critical minerals tech hub S&T could land $40M in funding
Tuesday, January 2, 2024 by Richard Harris
As one of the nation's 31 Tech Hubs, the Critical Minerals and Materials for Advanced Energy Tech Hub, led by Missouri University of Science and Technology, will soon be considered for a range of $40 million to $70 million in federal funding.
The university is currently hosting workshops to strategize on how to make the strongest case possible.
"At our re...
Cybersecurity AI trends in 2024 according to Edgio
Thursday, December 21, 2023 by Richard Harris
Looking ahead to 2024 and beyond, it is clear that the cybersecurity skills gap will only continue to widen. However, by leveraging AI tools and investing in the development of skilled cybersecurity professionals who can work effectively with these tools, organizations can better protect their networks and data from cyber threats and ensure they remain resilient in an i...
Generative AI predictions for 2024 from WinWire
Monday, December 18, 2023 by Richard Harris
As much as it's in the news, AI is by no means a new development. It has been more than three decades since Deep Blue beat Garry Kasparov, the Russian chess champion. It has been over a decade since Watson outperformed several Jeopardy champions.
That was all AI. It's not a sudden arrival. It has evolved and gone through several iterations. AI-powered recomme...
Cybersecurity and compliance predictions from DTS
Monday, December 18, 2023 by Richard Harris
As we start the new year, our focus will remain heavily on cybersecurity and compliance regulations. Still, we predict that we will also see a surge in post-pandemic innovation. DTS founder and managing principal, Edward Tuorinsky, shares his predictions for shaping the 2024 business landscape.
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Quantum SaaS TQ42 launches from Terra Quantum
Friday, December 15, 2023 by Richard Harris
Terra Quantum launched TQ42, a Quantum Software as a Service platform making powerful quantum solutions easily accessible to enterprises across sectors.
TQ42 delivers access to Terra Quantum's advanced quantum algorithms and robust hybrid quantum cloud infrastructure, offering a streamlined, secure gateway for a range of users. Ideal for developers skilled in Pyt...
ASPM 2024 report from Cycode
Friday, December 15, 2023 by Richard Harris
Cycode announced the release of its inaugural State of ASPM 2024 report. The research found that AppSec chaos reigns, with 78% of CISOs responding that today’s AppSec attack surfaces are unmanageable and 90% of responders confirmed relationships between their security and development teams need to improve. Surprisingly, 77% of CISOs believe software supply ch...
Digital trust and security predictions from DigiCert
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 by Richard Harris
Mike Nelson, along with a team of experts at DigiCert looks back at the past year's security developments and makes some bold predictions of technology, identity, and digital trust. Here are DigiCert's top predictions:
Prediction 1: Senior executives will become more knowledgeable about post-quantum cryptography, and companies will accelerate their investment...
App developer trends for 2024 according to Kochava
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 by Richard Harris
Ethan Lewis is the CTO of Kochava, the real-time data solutions company for omnichannel attribution and measurement, and Vaunt, an open-source community engagement tool that helps organizations grow their developer communities. He discusses the rapid growth of the app industry and what’s next for application developers.
What’s next for software developers...
AI hallucinations could be problematic in 2024 says Couchbase
Thursday, December 7, 2023 by Richard Harris
Rahul Pradhan, VP, Product & Strategy, Couchbase discusses predictions including how Real-time data will become the standard for businesses to power generative experiences with AI. How data layers should support both transactional and real-time analytics, why multimodal LLMs and databases will enable a new frontier of AI apps across industries, what paradigm shift t...
PGC London 2024 celebrates 10 year anniversary
Thursday, November 30, 2023 by Brittany Hainzinger
Pocket Gamer Connects will celebrate its 10th anniversary this upcoming January at Pocket Gamer Connects London 2024. Hosted at the city's familiar Brewery venue, this conference will be the ultimate knowledge-sharing and networking event for the games industry.
Starting in the UK in 2014, the Pocket Gamer Connect event series has transformed from its modest...
Mobile cramming scheme halted by FTC
Thursday, November 30, 2023 by Richard Harris
The Federal Trade Commission has obtained orders with the four remaining individual defendants and their affiliated companies in a mobile cramming scheme that the agency says bilked consumers out of more than $100 million through bogus charges added to their mobile phone bills.
The proposed settlements with Darcy Michael Wedd and Phwoar, LLC.; Fraser Robert Thompson ...
API security risks report exposes Netflix and Wordpress
Monday, November 27, 2023 by Richard Harris
Wallarm, the end-to-end API and app security company, announced the release of its Q3-2023 Wallarm API ThreatStats report. The quarterly report details the surge in threats centered around APIs and uncovers critical vulnerabilities, like injections and API data leaks, that have recently impacted leading firms, including Netflix, VMware, and SAP.
The new report i...
Hybrid quantum computing collaboration from NVIDIA
Friday, November 17, 2023 by Richard Harris
Terra Quantum, a quantum technology company, announced it is collaborating with NVIDIA to enhance the world of data analytics powered by hybrid quantum computing, with the goal of empowering businesses to achieve unparalleled performance and insights. Jointly, Terra Quantum and NVIDIA established a technical collaboration accelerating the integration of hybrid quan...
Blockchain app builder SDK from thirdweb
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 by Richard Harris
Ava Labs and thirdweb are expanding AvaCloud’s offerings and improving time-to-market for apps that need a custom, highly performant blockchain. AvaCloud already offers fast, simple custom blockchain deployments. Thirdweb’s robust SDKs, smart contracts, and other tools enable AvaCloud builders to go beyond infrastructure and easily launch high...
