Technology Industry

Microsoft says tech companies ‘whipsawed’ by conflicting laws on global data transfer

The company is asking for reform of both US law and inter-government treaties

Apple supplier Pegatron charged with overworking employees

Workers at Pegatron Shanghai work more than the maximum weekly hours fixed by Apple

Hiring trends for 2016: Welcome to the gig economy

According to a recent study on hiring trends, the number of workers hired as freelance or contract workers has risen in the past two years, and it’s expected to increase.

Oracle snags cloud startup Ravello in deal said to be worth $500m

It's all about flexibility in the cloud

Business leaders still in denial about cybersecurity threats

Many companies don’t see themselves as attractive targets for hackers. Matt Comyns, the global cybersecurity practice leader for recruiter Russell Reynolds Associates, begs to differ.

Video profile: Behind the scenes at Akamai

Faux phishing scheme shows how hacks unfold

Security software maker Bitglass created a dummy online persona and proffered it on the Dark Web as a phishing scam payload to see what hackers would do with it. The robust activity on the account underscores the seriousness of cybersecurity threats.

In India, a $4 smartphone for the masses

Ringing Bells' Freedom 251 aims to target a sweet spot in the Indian market

How to get a job in IT consulting

Whether it's for a global giant like Deloitte or Capgemini or a small boutique firm, working as an IT consultant is never dull. Here's how to nab a coveted position.

Why CIOs need to plan for API deprecation

As the strategic value of APIs continue to grow, so do the risks associated with the common act of updating or retiring them.