Articles by Craig Hale

With several years’ experience freelancing in tech and automotive circles, Craig’s specific interests lie in technology that is designed to better our lives, including AI and ML, productivity aids, and smart fitness. He is also passionate about cars and the decarbonisation of personal transportation. As an avid bargain-hunter, you can be sure that any deal Craig finds is top value!

Articles by: Craig Hale

Zoom launches AI Companion 2.0 with a major agent focus

By Craig Hale published 18 March 25

Zoom wants its AI agents to boost productivity at work.

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You can now use an IPv4 address as business collateral - and it could be worth millions

By Craig Hale published 14 March 25

You can now secure a loan using your IPv4 address as collateral – you’ll even still be able to access and use it.

Oracle could still end up running TikTok

By Craig Hale published 14 March 25

TikTok is just weeks away from shutting operations in the US, unless it reaches a deal - and Oracle could be in pole position.

Complexity of IT systems could be increasing security risks for businesses

By Craig Hale published 14 March 25

Report urges companies to unify their defenses as the complexity of IT systems affects security and more.

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CEOs think they might lose their jobs if they can't deliver on AI

By Craig Hale published 14 March 25

Company leaders understand the importance of AI strategies, but confusing regulations are holding them back.

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Passwordless authentication continues to grow, with biometrics helping push adoption

By Craig Hale published 13 March 25

Okta reveals which countries are using biometric-enhanced passwordless authentication the most.

40% of IT leaders scared to admit mistakes due to workplace culture of fear

By Craig Hale published 13 March 25

New research claims many IT leaders are scared to admit mistakes, leading to potentially “major IT incident[s].”

Intel reveals Lip-Bu Tan as its new CEO

By Craig Hale published 13 March 25

Intel names Lip-Bu Tan as new CEO three months after Pat Gelsinger left.

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Data centers are being pushed to their limits, but digital twins could help

By Craig Hale published 13 March 25

It’s widely recognized AI is pushing data centers to their limits, but the tech could also help solve the problems.

ThreatLocker CEO Danny Jenkins speaking at ZTW25

“It’s made our jobs harder, not easier” - ThreatLocker CEO Danny Jenkins on AI

By Craig Hale published 12 March 25

"AI is really bad at determining intent," says the leader of ThreatLocker.

Microsoft’s Remote Desktop app becomes the Windows App

By Craig Hale published 12 March 25

Microsoft has issued a list of known issues and limitations for the upcoming Windows App, but you’ll need to use it.

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Many workers aren't sure how much their companies are set up to help them be productive

By Craig Hale published 12 March 25

Workers aren’t getting the right type of support at work due to poor employee experiences, and companies are starting to realize.

Virgin Media O2 reveals £700m network transformation plan to boost reliability across the board

By Craig Hale published 12 March 25

Virgin Media O2 is boosting its networks across the UK with existing fibre networks and satellite connections.

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UK workers are spending more than one day per week tracking down information

By Craig Hale published 12 March 25

Inefficient collaboration processes and poor AI deployment is costing Britain in lost productivity.