IoT security is becoming a top-of-mind priority in the personal care industry. Essence group believes it has the solution and had it on display at CES 2020. More from CES 2020 TechRepublic’s Karen Roby talked to Josh Locke, vice-president of sales at Essence Security, at CES 2020 about its Internet of Things (IoT) products for […]
Why blockchain-based cybersecurity may be the answer for vulnerable IoT networks
CES 2020: A “hacked” robot was on display to demonstrate how SigmaDots serverless architecture is poised to fend off IoT security threats. More from CES 2020 TechRepublic’s Karen Roby talked to Itsik Harpaz, vice-president of research and development at Essence Security, at CES 2020 about its SigmaDots product and security of the Internet of Things […]
These subject lines are the most clicked for phishing
The most successful email lures don’t promise riches, but issue imminent cybersecurity warnings or urgent office messages, a report reveals. By now, even the least-seasoned email user knows not to open messages from Nigerian princes or vacationing “friends” desperate for an emergency loan. But bad actors have become increasingly clever in phishing attempts. KnowBe4, which provides […]
Hey Alexa, order me a Coca-Cola Energy drink
CES 2020: Alexa and Coca-Cola introduced show attendees to voice-activated vending machines. More about Innovation TechRepublic’s Karen Roby talked to Jaideep Kibe, vice president of Coca-Cola, at CES 2020 about its Coke Energy Wall. The following is an edited transcript of their conversation. Jaideep Kibe: This is such an exciting moment for us, first of […]
A Practical Guide to Zero-Trust Security
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Telefónica Certifies Quectel’s NB-IoT Module with Subscription Swap Capabilities
Quectel Wireless Solutions, a leading global supplier of Internet of Things (IoT) modules, has been collaborating with Telefónica, one of the largest carriers in the world who has been recognized for its vision and execution capabilities in IoT. As a result of the collaboration, Quectel has recently received certification of its LTE Cat NB2 (NB-IoT) […]
CES 2020: Why smart cities are relying on IoT sensors to conserve water
Capstone Metering CEO Scott Williamson explains how data analysis and IoT are crucial to the future of water conservation. More from CES 2020 TechRepublic’s Karen Roby talked to Scott Williamson, CEO of Capstone Metering, at CES 2020 about new technologies in the Internet of Things (IoT), water metering, and how they can help save water. […]
Digital transformation: 3 secrets to success
Every digital transformation strategy must address front-end development, internal systems, and corporate culture. Here are tips from Panasonic at CES 2020. More from CES 2020 TechRepublic’s Editor in Chief Bill Detwiler talked to Faisal Pandit, president of Panasonic System Solutions Company of North America, at CES 2020 about new technologies the company is releasing. The […]
World premier: first plant-powered IoT sensor sends signal to space
Plant-e and Lacuna Space combine bio- and space technology for Internet of Things devices. The first-ever plant-powered sensor has successfully transmitted to a satellite in space. The pilot service, using plants as the energy source, has been developed by Plant-e and Lacuna Space. Because the sensor doesn’t need batteries, due to the internal storage in […]
December’s Most Wanted Malware: Greta Thunberg-themed spam used to spread Emotet
Check Point’s December 2019 Index finds Emotet as lead malware for the third month in a row, spreading email spam, some which alleged support of the teen activist. Emotet was the leading malware threat for the third month in a row, according to Check Point’s December 2019 Global Threat Index. The malware was spread via a […]