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Good signal for Indian IT sector job seekers: Contractual hiring shows demand uptick
- The Indian IT sector is showing promising signs of recovery as contractual hiring experiences a surge, indicating a growing demand for IT services.
- After a period of subdued demand and layoffs, companies are now actively replenishing their workforce through contractual positions. This uptick, estimated at around 40-50% compared to last year, underscores the need for flexibility and agility in workforce management.
- With sectors like consumer durables, ecommerce, and retail also witnessing demand spikes, the outlook for IT job seekers appears optimistic. As global uncertainties stabilize, experts anticipate further growth in IT spending, fostering additional opportunities in the sector.
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HCLTech bucks IT industry trend, adds 2,725 employees in Q4
- HCL Technologies stands out in the IT sector, adding 2,725 employees in Q4, defying industry trends. With 3,096 freshers onboarded, totaling 12,141 for the year, HCLTech's workforce now reaches 227,481.
- Notably, it recorded a mere 1,537 YoY increase. Attrition dropped to 12.4%, a notable achievement. Ramachandran Sundararajan, Chief People Officer, attributes this success to enhanced people practices and investments.
- In contrast, other top Indian IT firms experienced declines in headcounts. HCLTech's robust performance extends to its financials, with Q4 net profit at Rs 3,986 crore and a revenue surge of 7.1%. For FY24, revenue climbed 8.3% to Rs. 109,913 Crores, with net profit growing by 5.7% to Rs 15,702 crore.
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Some Apple users say they’ve been mysteriously locked out of their accounts
- Apple users have been experiencing issues with their Apple IDs, being logged out and locked out of their accounts.
- Users have reported being forced to reset their passwords after being locked out, despite entering the correct details.
- Apple has not provided any official statement or acknowledged the issue on its System Status page.
- This is not the first time users have faced similar problems with their Apple IDs.
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AI: A Sequential Learning Path for Network Engineers
- The Complete AI Course for Network Engineers is specifically designed for professionals in the field, providing a solid understanding of AI technologies in network management.
- The course covers practical applications of AI, including predictive analytics and AI-driven security protocols, to handle network demands and security challenges.
- The Artificial Intelligence Handbook for Network Engineers complements the course, offering in-depth exploration of AI capabilities for tasks, troubleshooting, and optimization.
- Integrating the knowledge from both the course and the handbook enhances a network engineer's expertise and value, enabling them to lead in the intelligent network landscape.
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Cyber Security Today, April 26, 2024 – Patch warnings for Cisco ASA gateways and a WordPress plugin
- Network administrators with Cisco ASA security appliance urged to install latest patches due to zero-day vulnerabilities.
- Threat actor using content delivery network to deliver malware to organizations worldwide.
- Worm version of PlugX backdoor still replicating itself despite takeover of command and control server.
- Exploitation of unpatched installations of vulnerable WordPress plugin being actively done by threat actors.
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FIntegrate Welcomes Banking Industry Veteran, Jeremy Ferrell, to Board of Advisors
- FIntegrate Technology has added banking industry veteran Jeremy Ferrell to its Advisory Board.
- Ferrell has nearly 25 years of experience in the banking industry and will provide strategic direction to the organization.
- His expertise includes risk management, information technology, regulatory compliance, and strategic decision-making.
- Ferrell will play a key role in developing new products and services for community banks.
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Adobe's new upscaling tech uses AI to sharpen video
- Adobe has unveiled VideoGigaGAN, an experimental AI feature that can upscale video by eight times without artifacts or distortion.
- VideoGigaGAN avoids artifacts and flickering introduced by GAN, while adding sharpness and detail.
- The system adds impressively real details like skin textures, fine hairs, and feather details.
- Adobe's VideoGigaGAN could enhance low-resolution shots in products like Premiere Pro or After Effects.
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Web O.No: Metaverse and Web 3.0 Stunted by Internet Chaos, Warn 87% of Business Leaders
- A new study reveals that 87% of business leaders believe the current state of the internet will stunt the potential of Web 3.0 and the metaverse.
- 89% of respondents are optimistic about the potential of Web 3.0 and the metaverse to revolutionize web interactions.
- The study highlights security flaws, vulnerabilities, and ungoverned websites as major concerns for the current internet ecosystem.
- Composable CMS platforms are proposed as a solution to address the challenges and empower businesses to embrace the future.
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PBS Retro is a new FAST channel playing just the classics
- PBS has launched a new free ad-supported channel called PBS Retro.
- The channel features classic edutainment shows from the 1980s, 1990s, and beyond.
- PBS Retro is available on The Roku Channel and offers a collection of old-school favorites like Reading Rainbow and Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.
- PBS is exploring new opportunities in the free ad-supported streaming television space.
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A.I. A.I., Captain! Navigating Cybersecurity in an Age of Artificial Insurgence
- Cybersecurity is evolving in the age of artificial intelligence (AI) as it is no longer just about setting up firewalls and basic security measures.
- To navigate this new landscape, cyber defenders need to understand and employ AI technologies, interpreting its algorithms and predicting its moves.
- While AI can complicate the job, it can also be leveraged to deploy counterattacks and enhance cybersecurity measures.
- In this changing world, a sense of humor is essential to keep sane and defeat rogue AI threats.
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Meta Adds Video call with WhatsApp and Messenger on Ray-Ban Smart Glasses.
- Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, is adding video calling with WhatsApp and Messenger to Ray-Ban Smart Glasses.
- Users can now share their views on a video call, enabling moments like seeking advice from loved ones while grocery shopping.
- WhatsApp is a messaging app and voice-over-IP service owned by Meta.
- To make or receive video calls on WhatsApp, an active internet connection, microphone, and camera are required.
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Windows 11 now comes with its own adware
- The latest update to Windows 11 (KB5036980) includes ads for apps in the 'recommended' section of the Start Menu.
- The app suggestions can be disabled in the Settings > Personalization > Start menu.
- Microsoft implemented this feature quickly without giving enough time for user feedback.
- While the removal of ads is possible, it reminds users of past experiences with OEM Windows bloatware.
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What is the Dark Web?
- Dark Web Monitoring is a tool that helps to identify if company data, including login credentials and confidential information, is being sold on the dark web.
- Cyber criminals can gain immediate access to corporate data on the dark web and auction it to the highest bidder, who can potentially cause significant damage.
- Dark Web Monitoring software, such as ID Agent, proactively protects businesses by monitoring the dark web for hacked or stolen credentials.
- Neuways offers Dark Web Monitoring services to help businesses prevent breaches, provide ongoing security recommendations, and promptly alert them of compromised credentials.
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Password Security
- Password Manager Tool is a business password manager that provides robust security measures to protect your remote workforce.
- 81% of data breaches occur due to weak password security, with the average cost of a data breach being £5m.
- Password Manager Tool offers a zero-trust and zero-knowledge security architecture, record-level encryption, private vaults for each employee, version control and record history, password generator, and security audit score and reporting.
- Additional features of Password Manager Tool include encrypted vaults, shared team folders, unlimited device access, continuous security audits, multi-factor authentication, email auto-provisioning, and 1TB secure storage.
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WatchGuard User Services Platform – Simple, Secure and Intelligent WiFi
- Neuways partners with WatchGuard to improve businesses' cybersecurity with Intelligent WiFi.
- WatchGuard's WiFi 6 access points offer exceptional performance and secure wireless experiences.
- Secure WiFi is crucial for staying connected, working, managing IoT devices, and WatchGuard ensures secure WiFi with WPA3 encryption access points.
- WatchGuard and Neuways provide enterprise-grade security, increased productivity, and improved customer satisfaction.
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