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94% of IT leaders rely on immutable storage to protect data as ransomware attacks skyrocket

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Scality, a global leader in reliable, secure and sustainable data storage software, today announced the results of a survey of 500 IT decision-makers across France, Germany, the U.K. and the U.S. to gain insight into the role immutable data storage plays in an organization's overall cybersecurity strategy.

Key Points: 
  • Only 12% of those who deployed immutable data storage say it is not essential to cybersecurity.
  • Results from the independent survey by Vanson Bourne demonstrate that IT leaders consider immutable storage as a must-have in the fight against cyberattacks.
  • This reinforces the role immutable data storage plays as an essential last line of defense within a cybersecurity toolkit.
  • With immutable storage, data cannot be deleted or modified once written, increasing data safety and ensuring organizations have the power to restore data with 100% accuracy in the event of a breach.

Fairstone Achieves Silver Parity Certification From Women in Governance: A Significant Milestone in Gender Equality

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Achieving Silver Parity Certifications is a testament to Fairstone's commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion.

Key Points: 
  • Achieving Silver Parity Certifications is a testament to Fairstone's commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion.
  • Since our pledge in 2021 to enhance gender representation across all levels of management, Fairstone has made substantial progress.
  • Today, Fairstone boasts parity at entry-level positions, with women constituting 63% of our workforce.
  • Additionally, we have reached complete parity within our executive management committee, delivering on our commitment to enhance gender diversity in leadership positions.

FEVO to Launch the Zip Buy Now, Pay Later Solution

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Now, The Zip BNPL service has been seamlessly integrated into the FEVO checkout, allowing consumers the option to Buy Now, Pay Later on all FEVO transactions over $35 and up to $1,500, subject to approval.

Key Points: 
  • Now, The Zip BNPL service has been seamlessly integrated into the FEVO checkout, allowing consumers the option to Buy Now, Pay Later on all FEVO transactions over $35 and up to $1,500, subject to approval.
  • FEVO clients can now seamlessly access the buy now, pay later solution and enable shoppers to transact directly through Zip.
  • "The next generation of consumers are choosing buy now, pay later as a more flexible payment alternative, and Zip is leading the charge.
  • For more information on what is already underway at FEVO and Zip and everything happening at FEVO, visit their website or blog .

General Assembly Launches New Bootcamp Model to Expand Flexible Pathways to Tech Careers

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

NEW YORK, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- General Assembly (GA), the global tech training and talent provider of choice for Fortune 500 companies including Adobe, Microsoft, and Humana, today announced the launch of a new part-time Software Engineering Bootcamp designed to expand access to careers in the fastest-growing sectors of the tech industry. Built from the same proven curriculum that has accelerated career mobility for tens of thousands of learners worldwide, the new part-time software engineering course will span 32 weeks, providing increased flexibility for working learners and aspiring career changers alike. 

Key Points: 
  • "General Assembly pioneered the bootcamp model more than a decade ago based on the idea that faster, more career-aligned training could bridge the gap between businesses looking for tech talent and workers seeking to break into the labor market's hottest sector," said Daniele Grassi, President and CEO of General Assembly.
  • "This new program reflects our continued commitment to both helping employers close persistent talent gaps and providing aspiring tech workers with an onramp into the tech industry.
  • General Assembly will be introducing this learning model to its other bootcamps, including UX design and data analytics, in the coming months.
  • To learn more about General Assembly's innovative part-time learning options and find registration information, visit their blog .

Sentra Announces Industry-First Generative AI Assistant for Cloud Data Security

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

NEW YORK, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sentra, a cloud-native data security platform pioneer, today announced Sentra Jagger, the industry's first Large Language Model (LLM)-assistant for cloud data security. This new capability enhances the functionality of Sentra's core Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) and Data Detection and Response (DDR) platform by enabling users to promptly address emerging threats and vulnerabilities with real-time insights, as well as extending its usability to other governance roles such as audit, compliance and privacy. This expansion advances the holistic visibility into an organization's security posture, ensuring alignment, effective communication and improved risk management.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sentra, a cloud-native data security platform pioneer, today announced Sentra Jagger, the industry's first Large Language Model (LLM)-assistant for cloud data security.
  • Sentra Jagger is an AI-powered data security assistant that helps analyze and respond to security threats quickly, reducing as much as 80% of the time required to accomplish tasks, such as policy implementation and data store reporting.
  • By reducing the time needed to investigate and fix security threats, Sentra Jagger improves overall operational efficiency and fortifies security measures.
  • Security teams can use Sentra Jagger to get insights and recommendations on specific security actions through an interactive, user-friendly interface.

Cecilia's House Announces The Launch of The Hustle Grant to Support Women-Owned Businesses

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Monday, March 4, 2024

NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In honor of Women's History Month and in a significant move to support women entrepreneurs across the United States, Cecilia's House, LLC has introduced The Hustle Grant, a financial assistance program designed to aid women in bringing their business visions to life. This initiative offers a $1,000 monthly grant to women who own businesses, including non-profits, aiming to foster a more inclusive and equitable business environment.

Key Points: 
  • This initiative offers a $1,000 monthly grant to women who own businesses, including non-profits, aiming to foster a more inclusive and equitable business environment.
  • The Hustle Grant is accessible to any woman over the age of 18, with a business that is at least 50% women-owned and operates within the United States.
  • The Hustle Grant not only provides financial support but also plays a crucial role in addressing the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs.
  • For more information about The Hustle Grant and how to apply, please visit http://www.thehustlegrant.com

Accredible Launches Credential Industry's First Email Campaigns

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Monday, March 4, 2024

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Accredible, the world's leading digital credentialing platform, today announced at Innovations in Testing 2024 (Booth #226) significant enhancements to Accredible Email Marketing with the launch of its Email Campaigns functionality. With the industry-first release, training and education leaders can take control of their credential marketing by creating tailored, automated email campaigns that engage learners and increase credential sharing—helping generate brand awareness and program referrals.

Key Points: 
  • With the industry-first release, training and education leaders can take control of their credential marketing by creating tailored, automated email campaigns that engage learners and increase credential sharing—helping generate brand awareness and program referrals.
  • "With today's release, issuers now have complete control to define the purpose, timing, and content of their credential email campaigns that engage learners and ultimately drive credential sharing and program referrals."
  • The Email Campaigns functionality builds on program optimization efforts the Accredible Professional Services team has executed with numerous credential issuers over the past year.
  • By implementing targeted learner engagement campaigns, Accredible customers drove significant improvement in learner engagement, program referrals, and revenue, including:
    Accredible Email Campaigns is immediately available on Connect and Growth plans.

The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) Provides Resources Focused on Improving Lives Through Supportive Connections This MS Awareness Month

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Friday, March 1, 2024

CHERRY HILL, N.J., March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) proudly recognizes March as MS Awareness Month and is pleased to present the 2024 awareness campaign theme of Improving Lives Through Supportive Connections.

Key Points: 
  • CHERRY HILL, N.J., March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) proudly recognizes March as MS Awareness Month and is pleased to present the 2024 awareness campaign theme of Improving Lives Through Supportive Connections.
  • Weekly posts on MSAA's MS Conversations blog, focusing on the theme of Improving Lives Through Supportive Connections.
  • To access information and resources provided by MSAA during MS Awareness Month, or to register for our events, please visit the MS Awareness Month hub page at https://mymsaa.org/awarenessmonth .
  • To learn more about MS Awareness Month and MSAA's scheduled activities, please contact Diana Cruz, Manager of Public Relations & Engagement at (800) 532-7667, ext.

Sharron N. Williams' "Poetic Prompts of Poetry" - A Debut that Dares to Dream

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In an era where the written word wields the power to transcend the ordinary, Sharron N. Williams emerges as a beacon of creativity and inspiration with her debut book, "Poetic Prompts of Poetry." This collection of verses not only marks Williams' bold entrance into the literary world but also serves as an invitation for readers to embark on a journey of self-discovery and creative exploration.

Key Points: 
  • Through Williams' poetry, she explores the vastness of love, the intrigue of mystery, the depths of passion, the heights of inspiration, and the importance of justice.
  • "Poetic Prompts of Poetry" is ingeniously divided into five sections—Love, Mystery, Passion, Inspiration, and Justice—each offering a unique perspective on the human experience.
  • Williams employs poetic prompts to guide readers through these themes, allowing them to engage with the poems on a profoundly personal level.
  • This background, combined with her passion for creative writing, has culminated in a debut that is both powerful and evocative.

Players Can Now Take Award-Winning Tactical Card Game Gods Unchained On-the-Go with the Global Mobile Release

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

SYDNEY, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Immutable Games, a global leader in web3 game development and publishing, today announced that it is bringing the dynamic landscape and digital ownership of its flagship title, Gods Unchained (GU), to mobile devices around the world. Starting today, the mobile companion app will debut on Google Play and Apple's App Store with a suite of features, providing uninterrupted access to the rich fantasy realm of Eucos, where gods, mortals, and magic hang in the balance of players' fingertips.

Key Points: 
  • Demand and feedback from the pre-alpha build showed the Immutable Games team that the Gods Unchained community wanted to play on the go.
  • With mobile gaming predicted to increase by 4% year-over-year to $111.4 billion in 2024, Gods Unchained is uniquely positioned to capitalize on this trend.
  • "With the mobile gaming industry poised for significant growth in 2024, now is an exciting time to launch GU Mobile.
  • Gods Unchained Mobile companion app can be downloaded now on Google Play and Apple's App Store.