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  • May 1st, World Password Day – Object First

    Anthony Cusimano from Object First says passwords are no longer secure and shouldn’t be trusted alone. He recommends using password managers—app or browser-based—that safely store and auto-fill unique, complex passwords. In 2025, let apps handle password security and hope passwords become obsolete soon.

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    Anthony Cusimano for OneDigital
  • World Password Day 2025: Security Experts Weigh In on the Evolving Identity Landscape

    On World Password Day 2025, experts stress that passwords alone no longer suffice. Amid rising cyber threats and AI-powered hacks, identity security demands strong, unique credentials, password managers, MFA, and Zero Trust models. The future is passwordless—until then, smarter habits are essential.

  • Immutable by Design: Reinventing Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

    AI, quantum computing, and IoT are reshaping the data landscape—making security and continuity a priority. Datto’s 2025 BCDR report urges businesses to future-proof with immutable storage and disaster recovery testing to reduce downtime, ensure compliance, and protect critical data from cyber threats.

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    Anthony Cusimano for APM digest
  • Storage news ticker – April 24

    AWS slashes S3 Express One Zone prices—reads down 85%, storage drops 31%. AI data demand soared 690% in 2024, led by legal and healthcare sectors. IBM posts $14.5B Q1 revenue, touts hybrid cloud and AI focus. Ocient closes $132M Series B to drive efficient AI data workloads.

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  • Cyber Resilience: Veeam and Object First's Bet for the Channel in Mexico

    Veeam strengthens its data protection strategy with a cybersecurity focus, driving digital resilience and channel growth in Mexico. Alongside Object First’s Ootbi solution for Veeam, both firms promote immutable backup, Zero Trust, and partner enablement to combat rising ransomware threats.

  • Zero Trust for Backup

    Zero Trust Data Resilience (ZTDR) applies Zero Trust principles to backup and recovery, enhancing protection against ransomware and cyber incidents. With immutable storage and a ZTDR approach, organizations can close critical security gaps and better safeguard their data.

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    Andy French for kes
  • Can your backup strategy protect you from ransomware? The answer lies in immutability.

    Ransomware remains a major threat to organizations of all sizes. A report by Object First reveals that 81% of IT pros see immutable, Zero Trust-based backup as the best defense. Yet, most companies struggle to recover quickly, and many fail to protect backups—ransomware’s new primary target.

  • February 11 Safer Internet Day

    Cybercriminals target the weakest entry point, whether it's a home user or a corporation. Safer Internet Day emphasizes the importance of Zero Trust and backup security to protect both personal and corporate data from attacks.

  • Cyber resilience in focus

    The conversation about cybersecurity is changing. It’s no longer just about preventing attacks; it’s essential to ensure recovery. Insurers demand more protection, IT leaders prioritize resilience, and companies seek simple and effective solutions. See how these changes are shaping the future of cybersecurity.

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    David Bennett for IT Selection
  • Navigating the Security Risks of AI Implementation

    AI is evolving fast, but security risks loom. Rushed implementation without oversight could lead to financial and reputational disasters. Data privacy, bias, and AI-driven cyber threats demand caution. Without human control, AI risks spiraling out of hand. Organizations must ensure strong security guardrails before fully embracing AI-driven automation.

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    Geoff Burke for Devops Digest