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Prolific ransomware groups are switching on remote encryption for their attack, Sophos research

1 Prolific ransomware groups are switching on remote encryption for their attack, Sophos research

Sophos has released a report titled ‘CryptoGuard: An Asymmetric Approach to the Ransomware Battle’, which found that some of the most prolific and active ransomware groups, including Akira, ALPHV/BlackCat, LockBit, Royal and Black Basta, are deliberately switching on remote encryption for their attacks.

Crucial Steps to Take When Investing in New Tech

2 Crucial Steps to Take When Investing in New Tech

By Mark Simmons, freelance writer.

Today, virtually every business relies on technology to a certain extent. Some companies need state-of-the-art vehicles to help them manage logistics and daily operations. Others invest in cloud-based tools to align and empower team members wherever they are.

Want to keep your customers? Then work with more than one carrier

3 Want to keep your customers? Then work with more than one carrier

Anton Eder, co-founder of global enterprise post-purchase software provider parcelLab, tackles what retailers should put in place to ensure a seamless experience for their customers.

Revolutionising retail transactions with SoftPoS

4 Revolutionising retail transactions with SoftPoS

By Brad Hyett, CEO at phos.

SoftPoS, also known as Software Point of Sale, is a software-based solution enabling merchants to convert their NFC-enabled smartphones or tablets into functional payment terminals.

Festive footfall continues to build as weekend shopper traffic rises +5% week-on-week, according to Sensormatic Solutions

5 Festive footfall continues to build as weekend shopper traffic rises +5% week-on-week, according to Sensormatic Solutions

Data from Sensormatic Solutions, the global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls, has revealed that total UK retail footfall saw a festive boost over the weekend as shoppers headed in-store to seek out Christmas gifts.

More retailers set to adopt AI to increase profits and reduce food waste in 2024

6 More retailers set to adopt AI to increase profits and reduce food waste in 2024

AI adoption will grow in 2024 as more retailers turn to the technology to boost promotions, increase profits, and reduce food waste, according to Tommi Vilkamo, Director of RELEX Solutions, provider of unified supply chain and retail planning solutions.

Queue busting over peak season with mobile receipt and label printers

7 Queue busting over peak season with mobile receipt and label printers

The peak season is renowned for Christmas cheer, retail opportunity, in store shopping, bustling shopping centres and queues. Additionally, shoppers and restaurant clientele are busy. They detest queues. Their time is precious. They have places to go and people to see.

Extend the Lifespan of Your Gadgets - A Comprehensive Maintenance Checklist

8 Extend the Lifespan of Your Gadgets - A Comprehensive Maintenance Checklist

By George Freeman, freelance writer.

In our fast-paced world, electronic devices have become integral to our daily lives. From smartphones and tablets to laptops and smartwatches, these gadgets keep us connected, entertained, and productive. However, the wear and tear of regular use can take a toll on our beloved devices.

AI ‘unlikely to be the next big trend in retail and e-commerce’

9 AI ‘unlikely to be the next big trend in retail and e-commerce’

Artificial intelligence (AI) is unlikely to be the next big trend in the retail and e-commerce sector after new analysis found it ranks bottom in the proportion of job vacancies requiring AI skills.

Manufacturing & Logistics IT December 2023 edition

10 Manufacturing & Logistics IT December 2023 edition

Welcome to the December 2023 edition of Manufacturing & Logistics IT. In this issue we feature a Special Technology Report looking in depth at the latest developments in the world of Demand Forecasting & Planning solutions.

Also included is a ‘Cover Story’: Worldwide end-user spending on public cloud services is forecast to grow 20.4% to total US$678.8 billion in 2024, up from $563.6 billion in 2023, according to the latest forecast from Gartner, Inc.

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