Research leads to identification and improvements in IoT security4 July 2014: Researchers at Context Information Security have been able to expose a security weakness in a wifi enabled, energy efficient LED light bulb that can be controlled from a smartphone. By gaining access to the master bulb, Context was able to control all connected light bulbs and expose user network configurations. The bulb manufacturer LIFX has since worked closely with Context to promptly patch the issue, which is now available as a firmware update. A spokesperson, Simon Walker from LIFX says that, “Prior to the patch, no one other than…
Author: RealWire
Series A funding to boost ground-breaking reputation standardMadrid / London / San Francisco, July 3rd 2014 Traity, the creator of the ground breaking reputation standard that enables individuals to own their own online reputation, has announced a $4.7M Series A investment.The investment has been led by ACTIVE Venture Partners through its Amerigo Innvierte Spain Ventures Fund , together with Horizons Ventures, the venture investment arm of Mr. Li Ka-Shing; KRW Schindler Private Ventures with Philipp Schindler as a cornerstone investor, Bertelsmann Digital Media Investments (BDMI); Lanta Digital Ventures; 500 Startups; Lisa Gansky , US entrepreneur; Juan Lopez , Chief Digital…
Dois novos relatórios da Forrester Research e 451 Research reconhecem as principais mais valias da EasyVista Nova Iorque, 3 de julho de 2014 – EasyVista Inc. (www.easyvista.com), um líder global em soluções de Gestão de Ativos e Serviço de TI, anuncia que as empresas de pesquisa e consultoria 451 Research e Forrester Research reconheceram o impacto que a EasyVista está a ter no mercado global de ITSM SaaS no setor das empresas de tamanho médio. O relatório da 451 Research (www.451research.com) é uma referência valiosa para qualquer organização que procura um ponto de vista independente em relação à EasyVista. O…
Dos nuevos informes de Forrester Research y 451 Research reconocen las virtudes esenciales de EasyVista Nueva York, 3 de julio de 2014 – EasyVista Inc. (www.easyvista.com), líder global en soluciones de gestión de servicios y activos de TI, anuncia que las empresas de estudios de mercado y asesoramiento 451 Research y Forrester Research han reconocido el impacto que EasyVista está teniendo en el mecado global de SaaS ITSM dentro del sector de empresas de tamaño medio. El informe de 451 Research (www.451research.com) es una valiosa fuente de consulta para cualquier empresa que desee obtener una opinión independiente acerca de EasyVista.…
Two new reports from Forrester Research and 451 Research recognize EasyVista’s core strengths New York, July 3, 2014 – EasyVista Inc. (www.easyvista.com), a global leader in IT Service and Asset Management solutions, announces that research and advisory firms, 451 Research and Forrester Research have recognized the impact EasyVista is having across the global ITSM SaaS market within the mid-enterprise sector. The 451 Research (www.451research.com) report is a valuable advisory reference for any organization seeking an independent view of EasyVista. The report, authored by Dennis Callaghan, Senior Analyst Enterprise Software, provides an overview of the Company and its customers before appraising…
New Mailroom Automation Solution Automates Capture, Classification and Routing of Documents and Information from Various ChannelsLondon, UK (3. July 2014) – ABBYY UK Ltd., a leading provider of document recognition, data capture, and linguistic technologies, today announced ABBYY FlexiCapture for Mailrooms. ABBYY FlexiCapture for Mailrooms enhances the ABBYY FlexiCapture data capture platform with new and innovative technology for automated capture, classification and digital distribution and routing of information that enter an organisation – regardless incoming channel. With FlexiCapture for Mailrooms companies can quickly and efficiently capture and digitise incoming post and customer communication. This will shorten the response time in…
Two companies targeting raised awareness for mobile enabling ITAM and work order management applications within ServiceNowBerkshire, ENGLAND, 1st July 2014: TeamUltra (http://www.teamultra.net) and Mobile Reach today announced closer marketing and sales co-operation in the UK. This will raise awareness of the benefits of the Splitware Mobility Platform for IT Asset Management (ITAM) and Work Order Management. The first campaign will be a series of educational, customer driven webinars that explain how traditional ITAM challenges have been overcome by Computer World Services Corp (CWS) for improved service and inventory management.Businesses continue to strive to make their ITAM projects work better and…
ATLANTA – July 1, 2014 – Movius Interactive Corporation, a global leader in mobile identities and converged messaging solutions, announced today that it has completed a $13 million financing round led by PointGuard Ventures. New Enterprise Associates (NEA) and Anschutz Investments also participated in this round. Proceeds will be used to fulfill and accelerate the company’s growth plans associated with its next generation mobile applications platform known as CAFÉ (Communication Applications Framework Engine). “The successful closing of this financing round reflects the continued success and enthusiastic market response we have seen regarding our CAFÉ platform and its market leading applications,…
A digital event in Bradford is set to explore how investment in new technologies will transform city economies. Key decision makers will meet at the NextGen Intelligent Cities Conference and Expo to highlight how local, regional and national businesses can boost the economy by exploiting advanced digital infrastructures.The event at the Coral Windows Stadium on 15 July will put Bradford in the national spotlight by showcasing its forward-thinking stance and ongoing work in its endeavour to become a truly intelligent community after being awarded the status of Super Connected City by the Government in 2012. It is expected that many…
Fully compliant with European Union (EU) data privacy and security laws, FlexNet Manager Suite Cloud is the only full-function, software-as-a-service (SaaS) Software License Optimisation Solution for a global marketplaceMaidenhead, UK – July 1, 2014 – Flexera Software, the leading provider of next-generation software licensing, compliance and installation solutions for application producers and enterprises, announced today further commitment to its rapidly growing European business with a new EU-based datacenter for FlexNet Manager Suite Cloud, Flexera Software’s market-leading Software license Optimisation solution. The new datacenter for EU-based customers is compliant with EU Directive 95/46/EC – The Data Protection Directive, and is EU/US…
Belfast, 01 July, 2014 – Leader in mobile and voice customer service, SpeechStorm (www.speechstorm.com), will, for the third year in a row, be playing a key partner role in UBM’s ICMI (International Customer Management Institute) ‘Top 50 Companies for Customer Service’ Program, 2014.As in previous years, the annual Top 50 program encourages its member organizations to look in detail at how they service their customers and to explore ways of improving those services by incorporating latest innovations in technology and approach from within the sector. With some of the UK’s biggest household brands as members, including: Aviva, Barclaycard, Molson Coors,…
After 50 years of experience in speech and communications technology, ASC, founded on July 1, 1964, has established itself as a worldwide leading software company offering innovative solutions to record, analyze and evaluate communications. On July 1, 2014, ASC is celebrating its 50th anniversary: five decades brimming with groundbreaking events and milestones, boosting the evolution of a company with the courage to constantly reinvent itself. Anti-cyclic R & D investments in new technologies such as speech analytics as well as the long-term growth of its international sales activities have established ASC as a key player in its industry and one…
By David Parkinson, strategic development manager, UK & Ireland, for Wick HillIt’s not often that news from the information security industry reaches the early evening TV slots. However, the major disruption caused recently to the Gameover Zeus (GOZ) botnet certainly did. In a collaborative effort to combat the botnet, the intelligence agencies of different countries, as well as leading information security vendors, worked together on the problem. They managed to give users a two week clear window in which to get their house in order, before command and control of the botnet was likely to have been won back by…
Manchester, UK – VXL Instruments announce the launch of its first, Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) Zero Client, the new Vtona V200_PE Desktop Zero Client supporting the latest Teradici TERA2321 PC-over-IP® Protocol.A highly eco-friendly solution, the energy efficient, 6.5 watts, Vtona V200-PE PoE Zero Client also offers excellent cost saving benefits including a reduction in the need for expensive electrical wiring, mains power outlets and because it’s easier to deploy is also more cost efficient to install.Delivering a superior remote desktop experience, the VMware Horizon View™ certified V200-PE Zero Client also ensures advanced power users a rich multi-media performance including 3D graphics, CAD…
– Centrix Software survey of 100 IT directors and CIOs shows almost two thirds of management see optimising application portfolios for business as a priority- Research shows ITAM tools not providing info needed to effectively manage application portfolios Centrix Software, a leading expert in workspace management, today revealed results of a survey conducted among 100 IT professionals. 74 per cent of enterprises admitted one of the most challenging areas for end-user applications (apps) is knowing what’s happening across their IT estate. This is despite more than three quarters (76 per cent) of CIOs stating that “understanding the entire app portfolio”…
FARNBOROUGH – 1 July 2014 – Datum Datacentres today announced that it has achieved ISO50001:2011 accreditation, meeting a comprehensive set of requirements to ensure effective energy management.ISO 50001 builds on Datum’s existing ISO27001 and 9001 accreditation and PCI DSS compliance to continue to demonstrate Datum’s ability to deliver a secure and energy efficient environment for its clients’ critical IT infrastructures. Datum’s accreditation to ISO 50001 is underpinned by an effective energy management system, a Plan-Do-Check-Act continual improvement framework and its energy efficient free cooling system.The purpose of the ISO 50001 International Standard is to enable organizations to establish the systems…
Tech Trailblazers Awards offers free entry to startups from World Cup contestant countries and the winning nation London, UK – 30th June 2014 – Amidst World Cup fever, the only independent global enterprise tech startup awards, the Tech Trailblazers, kicks off the awards in football style as it opens the tournament to entries. After two successful editions and a growing community of startups, investors, mentors and industry supporters, the new edition welcomes all enterprise technology startups that are five years old or younger and at C-series funding or below to submit entries. Starting today, free entry to the awards will…
Company Sees a Sixfold Increase in VFX PerformancePittsburgh-June 30, 2014-Avere Systems, a leading provider of hybrid cloud storage solutions, today announced that Australia-based Rising Sun Pictures (RSP), a visual effects (VFX) specialist with credits including Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows and Gravity, are using Avere FXT Series Edge filers to deliver higher visual impact in less time and at a lower cost. RSP turned to Avere to overcome challenges it encountered with its existing NAS infrastructure which was experiencing data sprawl and hotspots. “The more complex the work, the more data we create,” explained Mark Day, director of engineering.…
Industry leaders partner to create best-of-breed PCI-compliance solution suite for secure voice payment processing Basingstoke, UK – 30 June 2014 – Leading communications intelligence and analytics solutions provider, Cognia, and secure voice payment specialist, Semafone, today announced a partnership that will enable contact centers world-wide to transform the security and compliance costs of handling customer payment information.By combining the skills and technology of Cognia and Semafone, a new breed of solution will be available to the market that will allow contact center agents to take customer card payments in line with international Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS)…
London, 27 June 2014 – EMEA’s leading Cloud event, Cloud World Forum, thrust Cloud into the spotlight once again last week with thousands of visitors, over 300 speakers and the industry’s top providers converging on the Olympia National in London and driving the most comprehensive agenda in the Cloud market. This year the event was co-located with Big Data World Congress and Enterprise Apps World. Big Data World Congress saw Watson supercomputer demos, courtesy of IBM, insights into the use of Big Data in weather and climate forecasting from the Met Office, data analytics in the gaming industry, care of…