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5 biggest cybersecurity threats | 2021-02-03 | Security Magazine - 0 views

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  • Since the beginning of the pandemic, the FBI has seen a fourfold increase in cybersecurity complaints, whereas the global losses from cybercrime exceeded $1 trillion in 2020. 
  • In 2020, almost a third of the breaches incorporated social engineering techniques, of which 90% were phishing.
  • Ransomware is a data-encrypting program that demands payment to release the infected data. The overall sum of ransom demands will have reached $1.4 billion in 2020, with an average sum to rectify the damage reaching up to $1.45 million.
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  • here were 4.83 million DDoS attacks attempted in the first half of 2020 alone and each hour of service disruption may have cost businesses as much as $100k on average.
  • Third party software. The top 30 ecommerce retailers in the US are connected to 1,131 third-party resources each and 23% of those assets have at least one critical vulnerability.
  • umber of the attempted breaches grew by 250% compared to 2019.
  • The global market for cloud computing is estimated to grow 17% this year, totaling $227.8 billion.
  • To strengthen the cloud computing defenses in the future, stakeholders should pay attention to proper cloud storage configuration,
  • ovila009 on 01 Mar 21
     
    This article breaks down the 5 largest threats we face in terms of cybersecurity. Since the pandemic started, cybersecurity complaints have increased fourfold. These losses are piling up dramatically, necessitating an increased level of vigilance and preparedness.
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China's e-waste worth $23.8 billion by 2030 - Greenpeace East Asia - 0 views

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  • The value of metals discarded as electronic waste in China will total $23.8 billion USD by 2030
  • E-waste from computers, mobile phones, and other electronics will reach 15.4 million tons by 2020
  • 27.22 million tons by 2030
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  • The economic potential of e-waste recycling is obvious
  • Electronics brands enjoy wide profit margins, and should incentivize consumers to recycle unused products, and not just to discard or hold on to out-of-use products.
  • Investment in the “urban mining” industry, reliable and transparent information on the recycling market, and a stronger focus on design, for more durable and repairable devices, can all support the development of an e-waste circular economy.
  • ovila009 on 22 Feb 21
     
    This article goes into detail about the economic potential of the e-waste industry. China is primed to be the remain the biggest player in the market. It is wise for all governments and companies involved to work together to find a solution that makes this industry safe and sustainable.
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8 Examples of Robots Being Used in the Hospitality Industry - 3 views

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  • Amadeus have experimented with a robot called 1A-TA, which is powered by artificial intelligence. Rather than forcing customers to wait during busy periods, the robot is able to immediately get to work, finding out about their needs and preferences and passing the information on when they actually speak to a human travel agent.
  • chatbots have been one of the most common uses of robots within the hospitality sector and these can be used to deliver basic customer service, or for more complex tasks, like hotel or flight bookings.
  • ovila009 on 08 Feb 21
     
    This article goes into depth about some of the ways that robotics are transforming the way the hospitality industry operates. These examples will only increase as time goes on.
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Leading Through Disruption in Hospitality - 2 views

hospitalityinsights.ehl.edu/through-disruption-hospitality

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  • Ninety per cent of all the data created by mankind … has been created in the last two years
  • Virtual reality (VR) also allows users to get 360-degree views of a hotel’s facilities
  • HotelTonight. This platform targets people seeking to make last-minute hotel bookings and helps participating hotels maximize their occupancy rates
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  • Advanced technology can make life easier, but it cannot replace human beings
  • All in all, disruptive innovation is undoubtedly resulting in challenges for the hotel industry. At the same time, it is also a ‘wake-up’ call for hoteliers to turn these challenges into opportunities and competitive advantages
  • ovila009 on 18 Jan 21
     
    This article dives into the ways that technological innovation is disrupting the hotel industry. Hoteliers are struggling to keep up with guest needs and demands. Technological innovations, while a necessity, can never replace human touch. This rapid change represents a challenge and opportunity for the industry to overcome.
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