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How U.S. tariffs are reshaping the tech landscape
The Trump Administration's tariffs levy a minimum 10% tax on global imports, heavily affecting tech industry supply chains.
Short-form video alternatives to TikTok
TikTok wasn't the first of its kind, and it won't be the last. Check out these alternatives if you're looking for a new platform with similar features.
ESG vs. CSR vs. sustainability: What's the difference?
Environmental, social and governance and corporate social responsibility are related but different concepts that can be combined to boost corporate sustainability.
Screening resumes: A how-to guide for hiring managers
Modern job hunters are using AI and flooding portals with resumes, so hiring managers need to filter through the pile intelligently and without bias to find the best candidates.
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What is risk management? Importance, benefits and guide
Risk management is the process of identifying, assessing and controlling threats to an organization's capital, operations and financial performance.
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Enterprise cybersecurity: A strategic guide for CISOs
CISOs and others responsible for safeguarding an organization's systems, networks and data need to manage day-to-day threats while also planning strategically for what's ahead.
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AI in healthcare: A guide to improving patient care with AI
AI is permeating critical healthcare practices, from interpreting mammograms to discovering life-saving drugs, while surgically transforming hospital workflows.
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What is quantum computing? How it works and examples
Quantum computing is an emerging area of computer science focused on building computers based on the principles of quantum theory to dramatically increase computation speeds.
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What is ransomware? Definition and complete guide
Ransomware is malware that locks and encrypts a victim's data, files, devices or systems, rendering them inaccessible and unusable until the attacker receives a ransom payment.
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What is IT automation? A complete guide for IT teams
IT automation is the use of instructions to create a clear, consistent and repeatable process that replaces an IT professional's manual work in data centers and cloud deployments.
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What is data restoration?
Data restoration is the process of copying backup data from secondary storage and restoring it to its original location or a new location. See More.
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Tech News
Family premiums for employer coverage jump 6% in 2025
Annual family premiums for employer-sponsored health insurance reached an average of nearly $27,000 in 2025, KFF's annual benchmark survey revealed.
OIG reveals Medicaid management, enrollment system security gaps
OIG conducted penetration tests on 10 state Medicaid management information and eligibility and enrollment systems, revealing security gaps.
Report: Bipartisan support for patent reform to lower drug prices
Four in five Americans support changing patent laws to lower drug costs, favoring patent reform over government price controls by 15 points, says a ...
Dell, IBM/Red Hat AI infrastructure moves target Broadcom
Big rivals upped the ante in turnkey AI infrastructure platforms this month as all jockey for position in the developing enterprise AI market.