About Sofiah Nichole
Sofiah Nichole Salivio
News Editor
Sofiah Nichole has balanced a dual passion for technical precision and the written word since 2017. Before diving into the world of Civil Engineering, she spent years navigating school press conferences and contributing to university publications, honing her skills as a versatile staff writer. Outside of her engineering labs, you can find her advocating for student voices and looking for the next great story to tell. She believes that whether you are building a bridge or a news report, the foundation must be rock solid.
Stories by Sofiah Nichole - Page 28
NORBr links with Ecommpay to speed embedded payments
Tue, 20th Jan 2026
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crypto
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fintech
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cx
NORBr taps Ecommpay via pre-integration to let platforms activate global acquiring and orchestration in minutes, cutting payment build time.
Twinkl names Harris Goodman first US General Manager
Mon, 19th Jan 2026
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e-learning
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ar, vr & metaverse
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schools
Twinkl appoints Harris Goodman as its first US General Manager to spearhead expansion and build brand recognition among educators.
Ransomware hits record high as Qilin tops threat list
Sat, 17th Jan 2026
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
Ransomware attacks hit record highs in 2025 as Qilin overtakes LockBit, with victim numbers surging 58% and threat groups multiplying.
Executive-level CISO titles surge amid rising scope strain
Sat, 17th Jan 2026
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socs
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risk & compliance
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smb
Executive-level CISO roles now dominate security leadership, but a new report warns widening scope and legacy structures are driving strain.
NuSummit, Simbian launch AI-driven CognixMDR security SOC
Sat, 17th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
NuSummit and Simbian launch CognixMDR, an AI-driven managed detection and response service to tackle alert overload and skills gaps.
Bolt Insights maps how AI will reshape research by 2026
Sat, 17th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
Bolt Insights predicts AI-driven, real-time insight, dynamic personas and a new strategist role for researchers will redefine the sector by 2026.
AlphaTheta unveils RMX-IGNITE live DJ effects unit
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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digital entertainment
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tax
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music production
AlphaTheta launches RMX-IGNITE effector with 3-band FX, sampler and Loopcloud sounds, priced at EUR €1,199, GBP £1,039 and USD $1,199.
Deepfake boom fuels relentless wave of celebrity scams
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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physical security
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genai
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data privacy
A deepfake surge is driving relentless AI-powered celebrity scams, with persona kits and adaptive fraud campaigns eroding online trust.
isVerified launches AI voice deepfake defence for execs
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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biometrics
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Tel Aviv start-up isVerified unveils AI platform to spot voice deepfakes in executive calls as vishing attacks surge on global firms.
Fortinet to spotlight cybercrime incentives at Davos
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
Fortinet will use Davos to push cross-sector incentives for cyber intel sharing, accountability and deterrence in a booming crime ecosystem.
Rimini Street honoured for agentic AI & client success
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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storage
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Rimini Street secures multiple awards for agentic AI, customer service and leadership, as Hitachi Vantara client also earns industry honour.
AI translation outpaces governance in defence work
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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devops
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digital transformation
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supply chain
AI translation is racing ahead in defence-adjacent work, as new survey data warns governance and consistency are struggling to keep up.
Corvus Robotics names McSpedon Chief Revenue Officer
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
Corvus Robotics appoints Michael McSpedon as Chief Revenue Officer to drive growth of its autonomous inventory drones across North America.
XYZ Reality expands Applied Digital AI campus work
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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devops
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
XYZ Reality widens Applied Digital partnership to oversee construction at new Polaris Forge AI campuses totalling over 600MW in North Dakota.
3DiVi urges phased rollout to cut CCTV facial misfires
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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data protection
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smart cities
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surveillance
3DiVi urges cities to phase in facial recognition for CCTV after most operators report surprise spikes in false matches once systems go live.
ReliaQuest warns of BaoLoader surge & trust attacks
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
ReliaQuest warns BaoLoader and trust-based lures are surging, as attackers ditch zero-days for social engineering and valid certificates.
Opengear debuts CM8000 & OM1300 for outage recovery
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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dr
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
Opengear unveils CM8000 and OM1300 to keep enterprise networks reachable during rising outages across branches, data rooms and edge sites.
Alteryx extends McLaren data deal into WEC Hypercar
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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data analytics
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formula one
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productivity
Alteryx deepens ties with McLaren Racing, joining its WEC Hypercar project as Official Partner with car branding from the 2027 season.
AI Media Station puts edge intelligence in the lounge
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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data protection
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surveillance
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biometrics
KTC and Consult Red unveil AI Media Station, a Qualcomm-powered proof-of-concept bringing private edge AI control to living room media hubs.
FireMon unveils Policy Workbench for hybrid security
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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network security
FireMon launches Policy Workbench to guide firewall policy design and automation across complex hybrid networks without overhauling workflows.