Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) stories - Page 2
One of the more obvious acronyms you’ll encounter in the information technology, BYOD is exactly what it appears to be: your own devices used at home, but brought into the office and used for work. BYOD is a big deal in the technology space because it requires careful management, with issues including keeping personal information and apps separate from professional ones, securing company data, and establishing how support is provided. With the proliferation of smartphones, tablets and personally-owned laptops and other devices, BYOD is a practical reality for almost every organisation today.
Unapproved AI tools widely used by data professionals
Sat, 10th Jan 2026
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data protection
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Four in ten data professionals rely on unapproved AI tools at work, prompting fresh fears over data security, privacy and skills gaps.
Generative AI drives surge in workplace data breaches
Wed, 7th Jan 2026
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storage
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data protection
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digital transformation
Generative AI tools drive a surge in workplace data breaches, with monthly policy violations more than doubling as shadow AI use persists.
Omnissa named IDC MarketScape leader in four UEM areas
Sat, 27th Dec 2025
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digital signage
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Omnissa has been named an IDC MarketScape leader in four unified endpoint management segments, spanning Apple, Windows, frontline and IoT.
UK public sector slows digital change but eyes NHS gains
Tue, 23rd Dec 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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e-learning
UK public bodies rein in sweeping digital change for 2026, while the NHS accelerates paperless care and AI plans in Whitehall cool.
AI deepfakes to drive rise in mobile cyber threats by 2026
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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digital transformation
AI-fuelled deepfakes and tailored social scams will drive a surge in mobile cyber threats by 2026, forcing firms to rethink security.
Soverli raises USD $2.6m for sovereign smartphone OS
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
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virtualisation
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data protection
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dr
Swiss start-up Soverli raises USD $2.6m to build a sovereign smartphone layer that runs alongside Android and iOS for mission-critical use.
SquareX wins top browser security solution award for 2025
Sat, 11th Oct 2025
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mdm
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application security
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casb
SquareX has won the 2025 Browser Security Solution of the Year award for its innovative platform that protects enterprises from complex browser threats.
Omnissa launches secure suite to protect SaaS & web access
Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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dlp
Omnissa unveils Secure Access Suite in partnership with Google, strengthening browser-based protection for SaaS and web applications across industries.
Check Point launches Enterprise Browser for safer unmanaged access
Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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firewalls
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vpns
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network security
Check Point unveils Enterprise Browser for Harmony SASE, enhancing Zero Trust security on unmanaged devices used by contractors and BYOD users worldwide.
Kramer launches MTX3-88-PR-PRO for advanced AV switching
Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
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byod
Kramer unveils the MTX3-88-PR-PRO, a high-performance AV switching system for seamless video and audio management in corporate and educational settings.
Exclusive: How remote working is causing major security gaps
Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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data protection
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encryption
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phishing
Data breaches surge as remote working exposes security gaps, with nearly half of remote workers knowingly risking corporate data, says Apricorn survey.
UK organisations ramp up encryption to tackle evolving threats
Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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encryption
A survey reveals 94% of UK organisations are boosting encryption amidst evolving cyber threats, yet inconsistent application still risks sensitive data exposure.
Lenovo unveils ThinkSmart One Pro for smarter hybrid meetings
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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ai
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lenovo
Lenovo launches ThinkSmart One Pro, a Windows 11 IoT collaboration bar with AI-powered audio and video for small meeting spaces and home offices.
Portnox & CrowdStrike team up for real-time access control
Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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network security
Portnox and CrowdStrike have partnered to deliver real-time, risk-based network access control using continuous device telemetry and Zero Trust scoring.
Fortinet named Challenger in 2025 Gartner Security Service Edge
Mon, 26th May 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Fortinet has been named a Challenger in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Security Service Edge, highlighting its strong growth and FortiSASE platform.
Half of Firms May Ban Personal Devices Over AV Risks
Wed, 7th May 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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encryption
Over half of enterprises consider banning personal devices at work amid rising security threats linked to unchecked webcams, tablets and headsets.
Palo Alto Networks unveils Prisma SASE browser for AI security
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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data protection
Palo Alto Networks launches Prisma Access Browser 2.0 with AI-powered security to protect browser workflows in remote, cloud-centric workplaces.
Ericsson debuts clientless ZTNA for third-party access
Fri, 25th Apr 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Ericsson expands NetCloud SASE with clientless Zero Trust Network Access, enhancing secure BYOD and third-party user connections without VPNs or clients.
Ericsson launches clientless ZTNA to boost BYOD security
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Ericsson launches clientless Zero Trust Network Access in NetCloud SASE to secure third-party and BYOD connections, reducing cyber risks without VPNs.
Appdome launches plugins to combat DeepSeek AI threats
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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malware
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Appdome has launched dynamic defence plugins to combat threats from the popular DeepSeek AI app, which poses serious security risks to mobile users.