Brian Stone, Author at TechRepublic

Brian Stone

Bio

Brian is an award-winning journalist covering technology and the news behind it, having written for both print and online outlets in his previous stops as a writer.

Latest from Brian Stone

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Software

10 Best Applicant Tracking Systems for 2023

Find the best applicant tracking system for your business needs in 2023 with our comprehensive guide. We review the top 10 ATS solutions to help you make the best decision.

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Software

The 10 Best Employee Monitoring Software Choices for 2023

As remote and hybrid work becomes more popular, there are a number of reasons for organizations to use employee monitoring software.

Security

Cyber Safety Review Board classifies Log4j as ‘endemic vulnerability’

CSRB has released a report saying that the Log4j exploit is here to stay long-term, meaning businesses should be ready in case of a cyber attack.

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Tech & Work

Upwork and Tent partner to assist Ukrainian refugees with job placement

The two companies are working together in order to find roles for displaced professionals in the field of tech.

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After Hours

Tech news you may have missed: July 7 – 14

We look back to the previous week in TechRepublic’s content and take a look at the five biggest stories.

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Security

Cyberinsurers looking for new risk assessment models

As ransomware attacks increase, a number of difficulties have risen for cyberinsurers that will need to be addressed swiftly.

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Qualcomm, Ericsson and Thales look to make 5G available everywhere

The three companies have announced the intention to bring connections to areas that may not be able to currently support 5G connectivity.

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CXO

Twitter sues Elon Musk over aborted purchase

The company alleges that the Tesla founder’s attempt to renege on his deal is in breach of the previously signed commitment.

Internet of Things

Critical infrastructure IIoT/OT security projects suffer high rates of failure

Barracuda found that 93% of organizations in the areas of IIoT/OT have experienced a failed security project.

CXO

Elon Musk backing out of buying Twitter

The Space-X and Tesla CEO let the company know Friday he is intending to terminate the deal agreed upon in late April.

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