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As the tourism sector has undergone a digital transformation, the wealth of personal customer data that the industry stores has exploded, leaving the industry ripe for cyberattacks. Against this backdrop, cybersecurity will generate revenues of $2.1 billion in 2025 in the travel and tourism industry, up from $1.4 billion in 2021, forecasts GlobalData, a leading […]
Cybersecurity spending in the energy industry will rise to $10 billion by 2025 as digitalization brings risks as well as rewards, says GlobalData
The rapid digitalization of the oil and gas industry has made the industry increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks, says GlobalData. The leading data and analytics company notes that companies must now fortify their cybersecurity posture in line with their digitalization strategy or risk financial and reputational harm. GlobalData’s latest report, ‘Cybersecurity in Oil and Gas – […]
ESG not taken seriously by all companies, say 60% in GlobalData survey
The ESG Sentiment Polls Q1 2022 by GlobalData has found that 60%* of people surveyed believe that companies are not taking ESG** seriously—with a further 22% not sure, leaving only 19% believing companies are fully committed. The leading data and analytics company notes that greenwashing is a serious risk for businesses—especially in today’s world, where […]
The race to protect the world’s most sensitive data from the quantum threat is at a critical point, says GlobalData
Following the news that the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has identified four algorithms that will form part of the post-quantum cryptographic standard; Robert Penman, Associate Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “It’s early days in the development of meaningful applications for quantum computing, but the […]
Cybersecurity revenues in foodservice sector set to reach $2.1 billion in 2025 as companies digitally transform their operations, says GlobalData
The increased threat and complexity of cyberattacks, combined with tightening legislation to protect consumers’ rights, are driving cybersecurity spending in the foodservice sector, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s latest report, ‘Cybersecurity in Foodservice – Thematic Research’, reveals that global cybersecurity revenues in foodservice will grow from $1.2 billion in 2020 to […]
China to lead fourth industrial revolution by 2035, despite mounting demographic, social, and economic challenges at home, says GlobalData
After the US brought us the third industrial revolution—termed ‘The Digital Revolution’—GlobalData notes that China is now looking to lead the fourth—’The Cyber-Physical, AI-Powered Internet of Everything (AIoT) Revolution’. For want of a better name, this movement will not only see a blur of boundaries between the physical and digital worlds, but also a fragmentation […]
Big tech gatekeeping algorithms unsustainable and unethical, says GlobalData
Following a Japanese court ruling that restaurant review platform Kakaku.com unfairly altered AI-driven restaurant scores and should disclose part of its algorithms; Emma Taylor, Thematic Analyst at GlobalData, offers her view: “The ruling highlights the tension between big tech companies’ entitled belief that they have a right to keep their algorithms as trade secrets and […]
OpenSea data breach highlights NFT security vulnerabilities, says GlobalData
Following the news that non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace OpenSea has suffered a data breach; Kaleb Ells, Analyst on the Thematic Team at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “This mass data breach highlights that OpenSea is not yet providing the security fundamentals that are essential for attracting more users. Alongside the […]
Big Tech’s handling of user data will be critical in a post-Roe world, says GlobalData
Following the US Supreme Court’s decision overturning the constitutional right to abortion, data privacy advocates and pro-abortion groups are raising concerns about tech companies sharing user data with law enforcement agencies in states where abortion is illegal; Laura Petrone, Principal Analyst in the Thematic team at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, shares her […]
Fines don’t touch the sides; only legislation can curtail big tech monopolies, says GlobalData
Following today’s news that Google will pay app developers $90 million to settle the Play Store antitrust lawsuit; Sarah Coop, Analyst in the Thematic Intelligence Team at GlobalData, offers her view: “Paying these small developers* $90 million in damages is a small win, but it does nothing to address the underlying problem of app store […]
5G to drive mobile data revenue by 67% in India between 2020-2026, forecasts GlobalData
The much anticipated 5G spectrum auction in India is all set to begin on 26 July 2022. Despite the unfounded concerns around radiation levels or worries around higher prices, the next generation of mobile broadband will drive mobile data usage in the country by 29% and data revenue by 67% between 2020 and 2026, forecasts […]
Cybersecurity revenues in the consumer goods sector will grow to $6.5 billion by 2025 due to accelerating digitalization, says GlobalData
Accelerating digitalization, growing online purchases of consumer goods, and the normalization of remote working are all key contributors to the growing demand among consumer goods companies for cybersecurity products and services, found GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. GlobalData’s latest report, ‘Cybersecurity in Consumer Goods – Thematic Research’, reveals that consumer goods companies have had […]
180,000 bugs in every fully autonomous vehicle are like an open door to cyber criminals, says GlobalData
Many autonomous vehicles are not fully protected against cyberattacks, with GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, estimating that there may be up to 180,000 bugs in the code operating a level 5 autonomous vehicle*— potentially leaving hackers with 15,000 security vulnerabilities to choose from. GlobalData’s latest report, ‘Cybersecurity in Automotive – Thematic Research’, stresses […]
Netflix enters survival mode as it attempts to reconcile content spend with dwindling subscribers, says GlobalData
Following the news that Netflix laid off a further 300 employees in a second round of job cuts; Francesca Gregory, Thematic Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “Like many of its increasingly cash-strapped customers, Netflix is tightening its belt. In its latest earnings call, Netflix stoked investors’ concerns when […]
UK government’s threats to SoftBank over Arm IPO are massively counterproductive, says GlobalData
Following the news that the UK government is considering using national security as grounds to force a London IPO for Arm; David George, Services Director in the Thematic Research Team at GlobalData, offers his view: “This smacks of utter desperation on the government’s part. It’s unclear whether the suggested use of the National Security and […]
SpaceX’s recent firings will attract further ESG scrutiny and could disrupt its ongoing quest to Mars, says GlobalData
Following the news that Elon Musk’s SpaceX has fired at least five employees for circulating an open letter criticizing Musk’s social media use and the company’s work culture;Francesca Gregory, Associate Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “Musk has presented his mission for humans to become a spacefaring civilization as […]
Binance looks ready to weather the crypto winter whilst some other crypto companies will be left in the cold, says GlobalData
Following the news that Coinbase, Gemini, Cypto.com and BlockFi are laying off staff whereas Binance will continue to hire; Dr Lil Read, Senior Thematic Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “We’re plummeting into a cold crypto winter, and we haven’t hit the freezing point yet. Rumours and fears are […]
EU risks climate and geopolitical misstep if it gets lithium regulation wrong, says GlobalData
Following the news that Albemarle has threatened to shut its Langelsheim production plant in Germany; Daniel Clarke, Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “At a time where the EU has to focus on building a regional and circular battery supply chain which is not dependent on China, forcing out a […]
Apple Pay Later raises new concerns over the lack of regulation of buy now, pay later services, says GlobalData
Following the announcement that Apple will be joining the buy now, pay later (BNPL) market with Apple Pay Later; Beyza Karakoy, Associate Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, comments: “Apple’s intention to expand its payments capabilities by exploring new financial products is indicative of the growing opportunities offered by fintech. The COVID-19 […]
Salesforce’s NFT Cloud could promote widespread adoption of NFTs and broader Web3 themes, says GlobalData
Following the news that Salesforce has launched NFT Cloud, an NFT minting and sales platform, and Salesforce’s own employees have already protested NFT Cloud on ESG* grounds; Amrit Dhami, Associate Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “Salesforce’s NFT Cloud is not too late to the party and the leading […]