The BSV Association (BSVA), the steward of the BSV Blockchain protocol, has implemented new security updates to its operational framework, including the Network Access Rules (NAR), Digital Asset Recovery (DAR) and the reimplementation of the Alert System.
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Government IT refers to the use of information technology (IT) by governments to deliver public services, manage their operations, and make decisions.Government application hosting is the process of storing and delivering government applications to users. This can be done on-premises or in the cloud. IT Reseller articles relating to IT in Government & Finance, IT Infrastructure ,Cloud Services, SaaS, Outsourcing, Extranet, Intranet, WiFi, Wireless LAN (WLAN) solutions.
Surge in ‘Hunter-killer’ malware uncovered by Picus Security
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Picus Security, the Security Validation company, has released the Picus Red Report 2024. This fourth annual report shares learnings from an in-depth analysis of more than 600,000 real-world malware samples and identifies the most common techniques leveraged by attackers.
Only 4% of private equity execs lead the data revolution
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These are the highest-paying industries for graduates, according to new research
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VAST Data and Genesis Cloud partner to deliver AI-optimised cloud infrastructure for organisations worldwide
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VAST Data, the AI data platform company, has entered into a strategic partnership with Genesis Cloud, the Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) provider for GPUs and accelerators in the cloud.
IT & security teams increasingly united against cyber threats but less than half have joint processes – Commvault
Jan 29, 2024
Commvault, provider of cyber resilience and data protection solutions for hybrid cloud organisations, has released a new report that found the traditional silos between ITOps and security teams are beginning to break down, as organisations realise the importance of increased collaboration to combat the onslaught of more sophisticated cyber attacks.
Centerprise International secures place on CCS Cloud Compute 2 and YPO Frameworks with CiCloud offering
Jan 29, 2024
Centerprise International, provider of cloud-based solutions, has been selected for two of the UK's most significant public sector cloud frameworks: the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Cloud Compute 2 and the Yorkshire Procurement Organisation (YPO) Cloud Services,
Eco-digital economy expected to double in the next five years to almost $33 trillion
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The untapped potential of digital technologies is vast, and the eco-digital economy, driven by digital and sustainability, is expected to double by 2028.
The battle of GenAI: Defending against ransomware, misinformation and bias
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The rise of Generative AI must be managed with caution, says Simon Bain, CEO and founder at OmniIndex. Over half of business executives say they expect Generative AI (GenAI) to lead to a catastrophic cyber-attack in the next year.
Government IT
Government IT, or government information technology, refers to the use of information technology (IT) by government agencies to deliver public services, manage their operations, and make decisions. Government IT can include a wide range of applications, such as:
- E-government services, such as online tax filing, online voting, and online permit applications
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, which help government agencies manage their finances, human resources, and other resources
- Cybersecurity systems, which protect government agencies from cyberattacks
- Data analytics systems, which help government agencies make better decisions by analyzing data
Government IT is a critical part of the modern government. It helps governments to be more efficient, effective, and responsive to the needs of citizens. However, government IT also faces a number of challenges, such as:
- Legacy systems that are outdated and difficult to maintain
- Security risks, such as cyberattacks
- Lack of skilled IT workers
Government application hosting
There are a number of benefits to hosting government applications in the cloud, including:
- Scalability: Cloud-based applications can be scaled up or down as needed, which can save government agencies money.
- Reliability: Cloud providers offer a high level of reliability, which can help to ensure that government applications are always available.
- Security: Cloud providers offer a variety of security features, which can help to protect government data.
However, there are also some challenges to hosting government applications in the cloud, including:
- Security: Cloud providers are a target for hackers, so it is important to choose a provider with strong security measures in place.
- Compliance: Government agencies must comply with a variety of regulations, which can make it difficult to move applications to the cloud.
- Cost: Cloud hosting can be more expensive than on-premises hosting, depending on the specific needs of the government agency.
