Steve Ranger
Steve Ranger is an award-winning reporter and editor who writes about technology and business. Previously he was the editorial director at ZDNET and the editor of silicon.com.
Latest articles by Steve Ranger
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GNU C Library vulnerabilities could impact Linux systems, security company says
By Steve Ranger published
News “Significant” flaw in key building blocks for Linux environment says security company which found it.
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If you make workers return to the office, here’s who you could lose
By Steve Ranger published
News These three groups are the top ‘flight risk’ in companies that make return-to-office mandatory.
![An autonomous robot driving down a street to make a delivery. Decorative: the shot is a close-up on the robot, which has four wheels and a sensor on top.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/26SZrX7YobcKhyUcvBfob9-320-80.jpg)
‘Not if, but when’: Where are the autonomous robots?
By Steve Ranger published
In-depth Robots are already common in manufacturing, but where are the autonomous robots of the future and what form will they take?
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IBM, GSMA collaborate on generative AI program designed to up-skill the telecoms industry
By Steve Ranger published
News New training program aims to help mobile operators understand the potential for generative AI across their businesses
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Meta’s Code Llama AI coding tool just got a big performance boost
By Steve Ranger published
News New versions of generative AI coding tool arrives, supporting Python, C++, Java, PHP and more
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The biggest cloud security risk in 2024 will be stolen and exposed credentials
By Steve Ranger published
News Locking down accounts with multifactor authentication and investigating password breaches could help keep attackers out
![Agile development concept art showing team members discussing ideas with woman writing talking points on a white board](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VSD2EHJRGqBcuubgiKiBqX-320-80.jpg)
Agile development is fading in popularity at large enterprises
By Steve Ranger published
News Firms employing agile development practices are ‘having difficulty adapting’ in a new world of developer burnout, AI and more, a new report claims
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Fast code or secure code? You can’t have both
By Steve Ranger published
News Too many companies are still pushing out apps without thinking about security, according to new research
![Binary digital security padlock and network data on a huge cyberspace](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Q78FXEQYdWxt9sQ9poVpxb-320-80.jpg)
Critical Ivanti VPN flaws are being widely exploited - here’s how to protect yourself
By Steve Ranger published
News Ivanti product vulnerabilities have been exploited on thousands of devices already, and organizations have been urged to patch immediately
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European firms say they’re being “left in the dark” by big tech gatekeepers ahead of Digital Markets Act
By Steve Ranger published
News With the Digital Markets Act set to come into effect in March, European firms have called for greater transparency from big tech 'gatekeepers' on their plans
![Malware stock image showing warning symbol in yellow on red background with unlocked padlocks](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Jtpk6Us8wuCQvQrs6SDRQb-320-80.jpg)
This malware is trying to steal your AWS keys and more, here's how to protect yourself
By Steve Ranger published
News Androxgh0st malware is stealing credentials and building a botnet to go after more targets, according to the FBI and CISA
![Generative AI concept art featuring a glass human brain on digital background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/i82riUzZ98oP93VKyMVrFn-320-80.jpg)
Most CEOs aren’t buying the hype on generative AI business benefits
By Steve Ranger published
News Execs still see generative AI as a critical business priority, but they’re mostly happy just to dabble for now
![Artificial intelligence concept art showing a human brain drawn in multi-colored marker pen ink.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LjrrsD6zzmkJFFFQRX7E5i-320-80.jpg)
Artificial intelligence is a double-edged sword, and right now it’s hanging over your career
By Steve Ranger published
News The impact of artificial intelligence on the jobs market has once again been brought to the fore amid concerns over widespread disruption in the coming decade
![OpenAI and ChatGPT logos displayed on a smartphone](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dkJtRkuZZfWTKKSZeznype-320-80.jpg)
Pennsylvania's OpenAI deal shows US authorities are flocking to generative AI, but privacy concerns still linger
By Steve Ranger published
The deal with OpenAI makes Pennsylvania the first US state to use ChatGPT Enterprise in daily operations, but authorities across the country are still grappling with concerns over privacy and security
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HPE bid for Juniper Networks sets it up for battle with Cisco, Dell, and Broadcom in networking space
By Steve Ranger published
Analysis The mega deal will position HPE as a new strong contender in the networking market, but it faces stiff competition from established industry heavyweights
![Google Cambridge office exterior pictured in November 2023](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vq9coQnfRXFrSoHc8Qthi4-320-80.jpg)
Google looks to “set the record straight” in $7 billion AI patent case
By Steve Ranger published
News Google says it has not infringed patents and looks forward to “setting the record straight in court”
![AI training concept art showing multi-colored shapes being absorbed by a human brain](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gPfxyZShTvMABBYVEtpkZm-320-80.jpg)
Copyright spats show generative AI training has become a major legal minefield
By Steve Ranger published
News The content used in generative AI training has pitted tech firms against publishing giants
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What is vaporware? The mystery of false tech promises
By Steve Ranger published
In-depth One of the tech sector's most annoying habits, what is vaporware and why is it a problem?
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Why Neuromancer's warnings could shape tomorrow's laws
By Steve Ranger published
Opinion As nations wrestle with the idea of regulating AI, the 40th anniversary of sci-fi classic Neuromancer reminds us of the difficulty in doing so – but also its importance
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Biden Administration seeks industry views on AI safety guidelines
By Steve Ranger published
News Standards body looks for feedback on AI red-teaming and generative AI risk management
![Concept art showing locked packlocks with one opened coloured in red, signifying a data breach](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hcF5zrWZhdGYsGxPxBsbKV-320-80.jpg)
Terrapin SSH attack: How worried should you be?
By Steve Ranger published
News Researchers say adding new features to the widely used SSH protocol has allowed weaknesses to surface, and they’ve detailed four potential attacks to demonstrate it
![AI PC chip unveiled during the Intel AI Everywhere launch event in New York, US, on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rvaodx7VX3oa2pbM9jyV5o-320-80.jpg)
The AI PC is coming: Here’s what you need to know
By Steve Ranger published
Analysis Analysts believe a new wave of AI PC’s will spur increased tech spending in 2024
![Warning symbol in yellow pictured on a digital blue background signifying a security alert](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j3qKLuBJWSTwFybkYhYiMH-320-80.jpg)
FBI issues alert as Play ransomware gang victim list passes 300 mark
By Steve Ranger published
News Play ransomware has emerged as one of the most aggressive and sophisticated threat actors operating globally in 2023
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