92% of companies eyeing investment in AI-powered software

In 2024, buyers are increasingly focused on cost efficiency, AI functionality, and enhanced security, according to Gartner. The report reveals that 61% of buyers are seeking upgrades for more functionality in their recently purchased software. The need… Continue reading 92% of companies eyeing investment in AI-powered software

AI-related security fears drive 2024 IT spending

Worldwide IT spending is projected to total $5.1 trillion in 2024, an increase of 8% from 2023, according to Gartner. 2024 set to see strong public cloud spending growth While generative AI has not yet had a material impact on IT spending, investment i… Continue reading AI-related security fears drive 2024 IT spending

Australia, New Zealand Enterprises Spend Big on Security — But Will It Be Enough?

Australian and New Zealand businesses will increase spending on cybersecurity by double digits… but they might not be able to spend their way to safety. Continue reading Australia, New Zealand Enterprises Spend Big on Security — But Will It Be Enough?

Spend to save: The CFO’s guide to cybersecurity investment

Attack volumes are up, and attackers are finding new ways to compromise corporate security. According to the HackerOne 6th Annual Hacker-Powered Security Report, ethical hackers found 65,000 vulnerabilities in 2022. What’s more, 92% of hackers said they could pinpoint weaknesses that scanning tools missed, making reliance on detection technology alone a dangerous prospect. At the […]

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Technology investments feel the impact of weakening economy

For the fifth consecutive month, IDC has lowered its 2023 forecast for worldwide IT spending as technology investments continue to show the impact of a weakening economy. 2023 forecast for worldwide IT spending In its monthly forecast for worldwide IT … Continue reading Technology investments feel the impact of weakening economy

The One Place IT Budget Cuts Can’t Touch: Cybersecurity

If IT spending is slowing, will business leaders follow a similar approach for cybersecurity budgets? Probably not. Gartner predicts that end-user spending on both security technology and services will see an annual growth rate of 11% over the next four years. And the market is anticipated to reach $267.3 billion in 2026.  Many security professionals […]

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Inadequate cybersecurity investments leave rail industry at risk

The popular notion might view the rail industry as a laggard compared to auto or high-tech manufacturing when embracing Industry 4.0. Yet railways are increasingly dependent on sophisticated connected systems to enhance efficiency and customer satisfac… Continue reading Inadequate cybersecurity investments leave rail industry at risk

What to consider when budgeting for 2023’s OT cybersecurity needs and wants

Regardless of what 2023 holds in store for the economy, your organization’s financial commitment to supporting OT cybersecurity efforts is being decided now. In the public sector, much of the funding needed to secure critical infrastructure has already… Continue reading What to consider when budgeting for 2023’s OT cybersecurity needs and wants

Cloud-native application adoption puts pressure on appsec teams

Oxeye revealed five predictions expected to shape enterprise security spending in 2023. The predictions follow industry-wide research, which shows the industry is shifting away from legacy software infrastructure and standardizing on cloud-native appli… Continue reading Cloud-native application adoption puts pressure on appsec teams