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To platform or not to platform A recent study conducted by 451 Research, a part of S&P Global Market Intelligence examines the requirements driving extended detection and response, supporting technologies layered atop security analytics investments (such as threat intelligence), the important technologies for a security operations center, enterprise plans to implement generative AI in SecOps, and the key features that are considered when purchasing SecOps tools. https://okt.to/AMVvr1 #InfoSec #SecOps #GenAI

How will technology bring about the future of humanity? The journey from science fiction to science fact is a curious one. When an innovative technology arrives, there is usually excitement and an explosion of potential, but deep practical advances do not happen right away. Years, or decades, pass before the "new thing" becomes business as usual. So, what is next? What will affect us all in the next 20 years? Find out in this exclusive 451 Alliance report: https://okt.to/7T1KSl #Technology #GenAI #VirtualReality

Global Fintech Fest 2024: Key innovations in B2B payments India’s fintech landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation, as showcased at the 2024 Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai. With over 100,000 attendees, the event highlighted India’s unique approach to treating fintech as a digital public good, even amidst a slowdown in venture funding. This strategy has positioned India as a leader in digital payments and financial inclusion, setting a global benchmark. https://okt.to/bxzrkR #Fintech #B2B #Payments

Navigating API management in the hybrid IT, generative AI era Application programming interfaces (APIs) are essential for linking data, applications, infrastructure, and devices, making them a backbone of modern IT architecture. In the past two decades, the API economy has experienced significant growth in the types and use of APIs. Before GenAI’s introduction to the market in late 2022, we estimate that the number of APIs used within organizations was increasing by 20-30% annually. GenAI will likely drive the next wave of API growth, prompting a need for new API management (APIM) ecosystems, platforms and technical capabilities. https://okt.to/7gQthG #API #IT #GenerativeAI

A closer look at how recent consumer spending trends are defying recession worries Despite worries about a potential recession, the data from a recent Macroeconomic Outlook survey conducted by 451 Research, a part of S&P Global Market Intelligence, indicates a surprising improvement in consumer spending. This blog post aims to shed light on the evolving landscape of consumer behavior. https://okt.to/28gySD #ConsumerInsights #Macroeconomic #Recession

The great metaverse divide: What’s holding back half of the adult population? The metaverse is no longer just a playground for the young; it’s quickly becoming a space where adults are actively engaging. According to a recent S&P Global survey, over half of adult consumers worldwide have interacted with a metaverse-leaning platform in the past three months. However, the true metaverse—a single, shared, immersive, and persistent 3D virtual space—remains a few years away. https://okt.to/BHgFjV #Metaverse #VirtualReality #VR

FinOps and the future of cloud spending automation An Exclusive 451 Alliance report This report looks at the emergence of FinOps as a governance discipline, tools for building and maintaining that discipline, and the role that automation and standardization can play in promoting outcome-driven approaches to cloud spending. https://okt.to/eiFtGY #Cloud #FinOps #CloudComputing

Dedicated streaming devices are still treated like niche products Overall, three-in-four respondents (75%) say they use some type of device to stream online video content. When it comes to multifunctional devices, smartphones (36%), smart TVs (28%) and laptops/desktops (27%) remain the most used for streaming, along with tablets (20%), video game consoles (10%) and Blu-Ray/DVD players (10%). Use of dedicated streaming devices is much lower, with brands Roku (23%) and Amazon Fire TV/Stick (17%) leading. Excerpt from 451 Research's Digital Endpoint Tracker Survey #Streaming #OTT #Smartphone

Data protection and security — two sides of the same coin? An Exclusive 451 Alliance report As ransomware threats escalate and regulations tighten, the lines between data protection and data security are blurring. This comprehensive report explores how data protection vendors are evolving into essential data security solutions, ensuring your enterprise’s data remains accessible, confidential, and intact. Equip yourself with insights that could redefine your IT strategy. This report includes: - The impact of ransomware on data availability and integrity - The CIA triad principles: confidentiality, integrity, and availability - Strategies for aligning data protection with data security - Insights from Rubrik’s IPO and its implications for the market - Challenges and opportunities in converging IT and security teams https://okt.to/4hSQps #InfoSec #DataSecurity #Ransomware

Brand power outweighs satisfaction for many manufacturers Apple remains the clear leader in customer satisfaction, with 69% of current owners saying they are very satisfied with their iPads. Behind them is an assortment of market participants, including Microsoft (60%), Google (60%), Samsung (58%) and HP (58%). Despite showing relatively strong satisfaction ratings over the years, most of this second tier has been relegated to niche ownership levels. Again, the product ecosystems that surround Apple and Samsung — and the brand power that comes with it — have clearly given them a leg up on their competition. Excerpt from 451 Research's Digital Endpoint Tracker Survey #Apple #Tablets #Satisfaction