Opinion stories - Page 26

Power over Ethernet (PoE) simplifies network installation by delivering power and data over one cable, boosting flexibility and cutting costs in diverse applications.

AI adoption is crucial for businesses to thrive, not just survive, amid fears of job losses; embracing AI boosts productivity and job evolution.

Microsoft's May 2025 Patch Tuesday fixes 77 vulnerabilities, including six critical remote code exploits and five actively exploited zero-days.

Generative AI 2.0 is transforming business intelligence with real-time insights, conversational analytics, and self-healing systems by 2025.

Smart label adoption is soaring, generating vast data that firms must analyse with AI and BI tools to boost operations and enable ecosystem-wide sharing.

AI adoption is transforming manufacturing with 80% of firms investing in automation to boost efficiency, meet demand, and enhance supply chain resilience.

Ransomware persists in 2025 as attackers exploit easy targets, with cybercrime losses hitting USD $16.6 billion despite soaring cybersecurity investments.

OnBuy harnesses AI to boost growth and return GBP £15m yearly to customers, emphasising cautious, customer-focused adoption in online retail's AI journey.

America's railroads, vital since 1830, now embrace sustainability with innovative composite ties, reducing deforestation while ensuring safer, longer-lasting infrastructure.

Embracing ESG is now essential; businesses thriving in the conscious economy align performance, talent management and procurement for lasting success.

Passwords are fading as biometrics, like fingerprints and facial recognition, emerge as Australia's secure, hassle-free future for digital access.

As cyber threats rise and passwords fail, businesses face US$1m annual costs; passwordless authentication offers a secure, efficient future for digital access.

Supply chain turmoil amid hurricanes and scarce timber drives North America's railroad tie industry toward sustainable composite alternatives for resilience.

Businesses face growing challenges as unstructured data surges, demanding smarter management to turn vast volumes into valuable insights by 2038.

Vulnerability exploitation surged 34% in 2025, with edge devices targeted; enterprises must prioritise risk-based vulnerability management to combat rising cyber threats.

Impact PR in Auckland advises Indian businesses on cyber crisis comms, emphasising fast, transparent responses to protect trust and reputation amid breaches.

As the Australian federal election nears, concerns grow over AI-driven cyber threats and misinformation risking election integrity and political campaign security.

The Model Context Protocol is transforming AI use beyond IT, empowering employees to customise tools for unique business challenges, reshaping workplace technology.

Personal SaaS accounts like LinkedIn and Dropbox now serve as major security risks, potentially leading to corporate breaches worth millions or more.

In the fast-paced tech industry, founders risk stagnation by prioritising speed over strategic learning, potentially overlooking vital market shifts.