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Mastercard preps for the post-quantum cybersecurity threat

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Such a cryptographically relevant quantum computer (CRQC) could deliver a devastating impact to global cybersecurity protocols. To prepare for this worst-case scenario, Mastercard launched its Quantum Security and Communications project, which earned the company a 2023 US CIO 100 Award for IT innovation and leadership.

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Aligning security and business strategies

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By Sean Duca, vice president and regional chief security officer for Asia Pacific and Japan at Palo Alto Networks Some economists predict that we could soon face a global recession. This can be a challenge to cyber budgets in organizations where security is viewed primarily as a cost center.

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2 Innovations That Can Tip the Balance in Cybersecurity

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Army Major General and Vice President and Federal Chief Security Officer for Palo Alto Networks What critical innovations can change the balance in cybersecurity, providing those of us responsible for defending our organizations with more capabilities against those who would do us harm? This is not just a theoretical exercise.

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Atos may sell national security activities to French government

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billion) for the part of its business handling contracts vital to national security, but stops short of full nationalization of the company. billion for its entire big data and security division. Government, Government IT, Industry, IT Leadership, IT Strategy, Managed IT Services billion revenue in 2023.

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Generative AI: Balancing security with innovation

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Slowing the progression of AI may be impossible, but approaching AI in a thoughtful, intentional, and security-focused manner is imperative for fintech companies to nullify potential threats and maintain customer trust while still taking advantage of its power.

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Skilled IT pay defined by volatility, security, and AI

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This volatility can make it hard for IT workers to decide where to focus their career development efforts, but there are at least some areas of stability in the market: despite all other changes in pay premiums, workers with AI skills and security certifications continued to reap rich rewards.

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Information Security Governance

Prisma Clud

Protecting information consistently across the enterprise means having the right people at the right level engaged so that the information security program can align with business and technology strategy. Many information security leaders find this task daunting. What does the CEO know about security?