Security

Enterprises harnessing the IoT will need to strike a careful balance between security and power consumption Amid all the buzz about the arrival of low power wide area (LPWA) connectivity and IoT devices that can function for a decade on …

The IoT could make the spectator experience safer, less stressful and more rewarding As the UEFA Euro 2016 soccer tournament kicks off in France this week, European governments and security forces are on high alert. As well as the usual …

ICSA Labs, which is an independent division of Verizon Communications, is about to embark on a new “Internet of Things” security testing certification program designed to ensure security features for IoT devices and sensors work as advertised. The IoT security testing and certification …

IoT security spending is set to increase by nearly 30% this year. Cybersecurity startups to benefit from surge in investment as funding is expected to soar. “Internet of Things” security spending is currently a relatively small market, but analyst firm …

The lack of IIoT security investments could put UK manufacturers at risk from cyberthreats A majority of U.K. manufacturers (62%) have plans to increase their investments in Internet-connected capital equipment in the next five years as they transition to “industry …

Security issues connected with consumer uptake of wearable devices and the ‘Internet of Things’ remains a significant hurdle for the market Wearable computing devices are changing the way humans interact with technology and that shift has security implications that must …

Sprint posted strong Q1 results, but said it remains cautious on future growth, while job cuts across telecom space cause concern … 15 years ago this week Editor’s Note: RCR Wireless News goes all in for “Throwback Thursdays,” tapping into …

MaaS360 by IBM provides 6 tips for the decommission of bring-your-own-devices in the enterprise In the world of bring-your-own-device policies, users may run through multiple devices per year – a departure from the typical 18-month or two-year upgrade for the …

On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check we look at some top news items and speak with Serro Solutions to discuss how SD-WAN is now being applied to combat evolving security threats such as DDoS and other aggressive attacks On today’s …

Verizon Enterprise Solutions hack claims info on 1.5M customers, data offered up for $100,000 Verizon Communications’ Enterprise Solutions division was hit by a data breach that reportedly included information on 1.5 million customers, which ended up for sale online. According …

Much broader questions about security and privacy at stake, Apple argues; Woz weighs in Apple and the FBI, engaged in an increasingly heated legal exchange over an alleged terrorist’s iPhone that has also sparked a national discussion about digital security, …

Graphite Software looks at ways to control data access on mobile devices for children Poor, beleaguered parents these days. Not only do they have to wage daily battles with their kids about too much “screen time” at home, they have …

On this week’s NFV/SDN Reality Check, we look at some top news items from across the space as well as speak with A10 about DDoS attack security for NFV- and SDN-powered networks On today’s show we have an interview with …

BARCELONA, Spain – Smartphones users haven’t realized yet the importance of protecting their mobile devices from hacker attacks, viruses and malware. In a video interview with RCR Wireless News, Gagan Singh, president for Avast’s mobile division, noted that despite a …

Argyle Data parcels out insight from a recent report to study the impact new and emerging mobile fraud types on operator revenues The overall reported cost of fraud was reported as down from $46 billion in 2013 to $38 billion …

Versa VNF software validated for interoperability with EMC NFVI platform Networking and security vendor Versa Networks said it received validation for a new platform designed to provide managed network and security services using virtualized network functions and x86-based open hardware. …

F5 Networks looks at the impact mobile, cloud and IoT will have on security strategies in 2016 Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect …

New security business unit set for 2017 launch German telecoms operator Deutsche Telekom is planning to create a new business unit dubbed “Telekom Security” focused on security solutions. The operator said Telekom Security products will be marketed under the “Magenta …

Inside Secure forecasts increased security needs as the IoT market continues to grow Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the …

Allot lays out its top resolutions for the telecom operators looking to nurture subscriber loyalty, increase profits Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect …

Pryvate sees the need for encrypted communications Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new year. A recent survey by …

HPE sees security, devops, big data and mobile testing changes ahead Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new year. …

Move towards multiple devices, million of users sets stage for significant growth Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new …

Shlomo Kramer, founder and CEO of Cato Networks, sees cloud platforms boosting security, options for enterprises Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to …

AT&T expects more cybersecurity threats for the new year Editor’s Note: With 2016 now upon us, RCR Wireless News has gathered predictions from leading industry analysts and executives on what they expect to see in the new year. In 2014, …