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Maersk's TradeLens demise likely a death knell for blockchain consortiums
After four years, Maersk is shuttering its blockchain experiment aimed at creating an efficient and inexpensive method for tracking global shipments. While blockchain consortiums may struggle, enhanced blockchain-as-a-service...
3 quick tricks for smarter Android sharing
This just in: Moving stuff between your Android phone and computer doesn't have to be a hassle — no matter what desktop platform you're using.
Alation’s Connected Sheets brings data governance to spreadsheets
Connected Sheets, which can be accessed via the company’s Data Catalog, can be used to import or feed governed data from various sources into spreadsheets including Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel.
AWS releases Wickr, its encrypted messaging service for enterprises
The release of the enterprise version of the encrypted messaging service, announced at AWS re:Invent, is designed to allow secure collaboration across messaging, voice, video and file sharing.
Zoom sales growth slows as online business slumps in post-pandemic era
As organizations continue to push for the return of in-person work, Zoom’s earnings show the company has challenges in the post-pandemic business landscape, even as enterprise sales stay steady.
Apple, Google face legal pressure over UK mobile services dominance
The UK’s competition watchdog has launched an investigation into how Apple and Google dominate the market for mobile services.
Amazon shuts Wickr Me encrypted messaging service; enterprise service remains
AWS' free Wickr Me end-to-end encrypted messaging service will close down at the end of 2023, as the company focuses its secure communications on enterprise and government contracts.
Spot virtual workplace creators on the future of work
“We believe that the right technologies already exist today and simply haven’t been leveraged correctly in a work context,” say Gordon Hempton and Wes Hather, co-founders of the Spot virtual workplace platform.
Google Sheets power tips: How to use dropdown lists
Embedding dropdown lists in a spreadsheet saves time and ensures accuracy. Here’s how to make the most of them in Google Sheets.
6 secret settings for a smarter Chrome Android setup
Supercharge your smartphone browsing experience with these powerful yet completely concealed options for Google's Chrome Android app.
Asana to lay off 9% of its workforce to improve operating costs
The company’s restructuring plan comes amid widespread layoffs by technology companies including Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, Salesforce, Oracle and Zendesk.
The ultimate guide to Android contacts management
Your Android phone's contacts are much more than just a glorified Rolodex. Ready for an unexpected productivity upgrade?
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Patch Tuesday includes 6 Windows zero-day flaws; patch now!
Microsoft this month released a significant update that fixes 68 reported vulnerabilities, including a record six zero-days affecting the Windows platform.
5 advanced add-ons for the Gmail Android app
Give your Android Gmail game some extra oomph with these exceptional but easily overlooked enhancements.
iOS Mail alternatives: 5 business-friendly options
The iPhone’s built-in Mail app isn’t the only game in town. These five powerful email apps offer a range of advanced features for business users.
Office 365: A guide to the updates
Get the latest info on new features, bug fixes, and security updates for Office 365/Microsoft 365 for Windows as they roll out from Microsoft. Now updated for Version 2210 (Build 15726.20202), released on Nov. 8, 2022.
Zoom focuses on email and contact center integrations at Zoomtopia 2022
After becoming the darling of the videoconferencing world during the pandemic, Zoom is now continuing to set its sights on adding new innovations to its wider collaborative offerings.
