cloud security
Open certification framework for cloud providers
The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) announced the CSA Open Certification Framework, an industry initiative to allow global, trusted certification of cloud providers. The CSA …
Simplexo SDK enhances database security
A new Software Developers Kit (SDK), designed to keep all information stored in corporate databases secure, has been launched by Simplexo. Simplexo Data-Secure SDK has been …
Trend Micro releases SecureCloud key management system
Trend Micro announced a product development initiative using Apache CloudStack currently in incubation at the Apache Software Foundation, giving Trend Micro first-mover …
Cisco explores the state of cloud networking
As the role of cloud computing is growing significantly in its ability to deliver business applications, many IT decision makers are facing challenges with their existing …
The personal cloud will eclipse the PC
The personal cloud is poised to eclipse the PC as the hub of consumers’ digital lives by 2014 as rapid growth in the use of apps and services introduces a new paradigm …
50% of businesses feel the cloud is too risky
Despite the apparent enthusiasm around cloud computing, a Wisegate survey revealed that over 50% believe the cloud is too risky for prime time, and only suitable for commodity …
Identity as a Service platform for cloud service providers
Symplified announced Symplified Structure which enables telcos, cloud service providers, cloud application brokers, and cloud application hosting companies to seamlessly …
Managed cloud backup from GFI
GFI Software announced the addition of GFI MAX Managed Online Backup to the GFI MAX RemoteManagement managed services platform. The new service enables managed services …
Mobile security and identity management in the cloud
Executive-level security officers at some of the largest global companies have identified four main concerns for 2012: mobile device security, identity management for cloud …
Scalable network encryption for the cloud
Certes Networks announced the vCEP (virtual Certes Enforcement Point), a scalable network encryption solution for the cloud. This virtual appliance allows organizations to …
Platform for cloud-based secure data delivery services
DataMotion announced the next generation of its DataMotion Platform. Available as a public, private or hybrid cloud solution, the platform-as-a-service (PaaS) makes it simple …
Security, backup and restore in a single service
In a world where consumers are increasingly storing important content in digital format, there is a need for a solution that meets traditional Internet threats while also …