Here is IT Digest’s weekly roundup of the top news from global markets. In this fast-paced world, breaking down information helps readers grasp the nuances that follow the news.
In Hardware and Network news this week…
MTN & Meta team up to boost voice and video call quality
MTN Group, Africa’s leading telecommunications service provider, has partnered with Meta to enhance the quality and reliability of voice and video calls on real-time calling applications such as WhatsApp across 12 MTN markets. By optimising application-aware networks and network-aware applications, the initiative aims to deliver a more seamless, stable, and high-quality user experience. The collaboration aims to improve real-time calling experiences across 12 markets by pinpointing areas for enhancement and executing specific interventions.
In Business Technology news this week….
BigID Defines the Future of AI Privacy with End-to-End AI Risk Posture Management for Compliance
BigID, the leader in data security, privacy, compliance, and AI data management, announced the launch of AI Privacy Risk Posture Management – the industry’s first solution to help organizations manage data privacy risks across the AI lifecycle. With unmatched visibility, automated assessments, and actionable privacy controls, BigID empowers enterprises to govern AI responsibly while staying ahead of fast-evolving regulations.
In Cloud Computing & Mobility news this week….
Kyndryl and Microsoft Partner to Boost Data Security and Risk Management
Kyndryl, a global leader in mission-critical enterprise technology services, unveiled the launch of Kyndryl Consult Data Security Posture Management, leveraging the power of Microsoft Purview. This suite of innovative services is designed to bolster data security, privacy, and risk mitigation efforts, ensuring that organizations can confidently protect, discover, and classify data across complex, hybrid environments.
In FinTech news this week….
Accounting Seed Launches AI Invoice Capture for AP Automation
Accounting Seed, the #1 accounting solution built on Salesforce, announced the release of AI Invoice Capture, a new feature within its AP Automation offering that uses the latest AI and predictive technology to streamline invoice processing and reduce manual AP work. AI Invoice Capture goes beyond basic OCR by learning from previously processed invoices. It intelligently predicts how to populate key fields—such as GL expense account, product and project—based on historical behavior, ensuring consistency and reducing time spent on data entry.
In HealthTech news this week…
Turbine Unveils World’s First Virtual Lab with Cell Simulations
In a landmark move, the FDA recently announced plans to phase out the requirement for animal testing in drug development, encouraging the use of human-relevant, in silico methods instead. This shift reflects a broader transformation in the life sciences, one that aligns closely with Turbine’s long-standing approach to drug discovery. In line with this evolution, Turbine is opening its previously internal virtual lab to the broader scientific community. The platform is being built on a decade of work developing a foundational cell model that allows scientists to simulate the outcome of experimental perturbations and gain insight into the molecular mechanisms that drive their results.
In Information and Communications news this week…
CrowdStrike & Wipro Transform Global Security with Falcon SIEM
CrowdStrike has announced a strategic partnership with Wipro Limited, a global leader in technology services and consulting. This collaboration aims to elevate security operations by integrating CrowdStrike Falcon® Next-Gen SIEM into Wipro’s CyberShield platform, offering enterprises enhanced protection against cyber threats.
Article of the Week
What Is Cloud Backup Posture Management (CBPM)? The Future of Cloud Data Resilience
Cloud Backup Posture Management (CBPM) is a process that helps us manage cloud backups efficiently across multiple cloud environments. It goes beyond basic backup solutions by continuously scanning, mapping, and classifying cloud resources. It ensures that each resource is protected by the correct backup policy in alignment with business and compliance requirements. The advantages? Improved backup efficiency, cost reduction, risk mitigation, and more. Let’s delve into this critical process and its urgent need in today’s times.