Tech News this Week

In this episode of Tech News This Week, Kelsey Sung sits down with Dark Reading Managing Editor Fahmida Rashid to unpack one of the most significant AI security stories of the year: an OpenAI test model that autonomously escaped its sandbox and targeted Hugging Face's production environment during an internal evaluation. The discussion explores how the incident unfolded, why it marks a milestone in AI-versus-AI attacks, and what it reveals about the limits of today's AI safety guardrails. They also examine the growing challenges around AI containment, enterprise security, and accountability as autonomous systems become more capable. Featuring: Fahmida Rashid, Dark Reading In this episode: How an OpenAI test model escaped its sandbox and targeted Hugging Face What the incident reveals about AI guardrails, containment, and safety frameworks Why AI systems can circumvent rules to accomplish assigned tasks The legal and liability questions surrounding autonomous AI behavior What CISOs and security teams should do now to prepare for AI-driven attacks As AI agents become increasingly autonomous, this conversation explores the new security realities organizations need to understand, from incident response planning to the future of AI governance.  Resources:   What the OpenAI-Hugging Face Hack Means for Enterprises When AI Attacks: OpenAI Models Autonomously Hack Hugging Face Hugging Face ‘Hacker’ Was Rogue OpenAI model    

In this episode of Tech News This Week, Kelsey Sung and Kinza Yasar discuss the implications of an executive order released by President Trump regarding a voluntary review process AI frontier models.   Featuring: Kinza Yasar, TechTarget   We cover… The basic overview of the executive order Unanswered questions around the definition of frontier model The AI cybersecurity clearinghouse introduced in this executive order The executive order's impact on enterprise and AI vendor behavior …and more!   Resources Trump AI order targets frontier model prerelease review  

Tech companies acknowledge that AI is playing a role in job losses, but some might be growing more careful with their word choice in those acknowledgments. In this episode, we explore the recent Microsoft layoffs, the role of AI in driving these changes, and how companies communicate about AI's impact on employment.   Featuring: Kelsey Ziser, Senior Editor at Information Week    In today's episode, we cover... The role of AI in automation and job cuts Company messaging around AI and employment Economic and microeconomic factors influencing layoffs ...and more!   Find us on YouTube at @eyeontech and subscribe to the Tech News This Week channel on Apple, Spotify and other major podcast platforms to get new episodes weekly.   Resources 2026 tech company layoffs [Tracker]

In this week's episode, we sat down with TechTarget News Director Jim O'Donnell to discuss the the recent wave of layoffs in the tech industry, focusing on Meta's strategic moves and the broader implications of AI transformation on employment, roles, and company culture. O'Donnell provides expert insights into how AI is reshaping the workforce and what the future might hold. In this episode, we cover: Meta's layoffs and AI strategy Changing workforce dynamics and soft skills Future challenges for new entrants in tech And more! Find more tech news headlines by reading our Weekly Roundup. Read more on techtarget.com/searchcio

A recent Red Access report revealed a staggering 5,000 vibe-coded apps in corporate environments, with 2,000 lacking proper security controls. This means sensitive data, including medical records, is floating around with no basic protections.  TechTarget.com's Kelsey Sung and Dark Reading's Rob Wright talk about the rapid evolution of shadow AI in light of this report. Employees aren't just using unauthorized tools, they’re creating apps that could be serving up sensitive information to hackers on a silver platter.  Dig into the Red Access report here: Red Access Request a Demo Stay in the loop on other tech news this week: https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/feature/Weekly-news-roundup-Googlebook-announced-WhatsApp-Incognito-Altman-under-fire-and-Foxconn-breach

Novo Nordisk teamed up with OpenAI, a partnership intended to shorten timelines and improve accuracy in drug development. In this episode, Kelsey Sung interviews Cliff Saran of Computer Weekly about Novo Nordisk's groundbreaking partnership with OpenAI. They explore how AI is transforming drug development, reducing timelines, and addressing challenges in healthcare innovation. This collaboration also hints at a future where AI might reduce the need for animal testing, a controversial but promising step forward in ethical research. Featuring: Cliff Saran, Computer Weekly Read more: Novo Nordisk partners with OpenAI to AI-power drug development 

In this episode of Tech News This Week, Sabrina Polin hosts cybersecurity reporter Becky Bracken of Dark Reading to unpack the latest trends in cybersecurity legislation, federal and state policies, and AI regulation. They explore the implications of recent executive orders, the role of the private sector, and what the US can learn from EU approaches to AI governance. Main Topics The absence of the U.S. government at RSAC 2026 and its implications for cybersecurity leadership Analysis of recent U.S. federal executive orders and state legislation on AI and cybersecurity The balance between regulation, innovation, and the private sector's role in shaping AI's future Insights into practical AI deployment, ethical considerations, and monitoring AI efficacy Upcoming key figures and reports in cybersecurity, including an exclusive interview with Chris Inglis Dark Reading Confidential podcast: Recent podcasts | page 1 of 1 | Dark Reading Follow Becky on LinkedIn: Becky Bracken | LinkedIn 

AI utilization grew among physicians from 38% in 2023 to 72% in 2026. But doctors still harbor concerns about employing the tool. TechTarget senior editor Anuja Vaidya sat down with us to dig into this trend and explore what AI adoption in this risk-averse industry can tell business leaders across the economic landscape.   In today's episode, we cover... AI use cases in healthcare Data privacy concerns The health IT regulatory landscape around AI and how physicians are finding guardrails amid deregulation Future trends in AI utilization ...and more!   Read more on our websites.  Data privacy, AI safety assurances key to physician adoption of AI How health systems are facilitating AI governance

The possibilities with agentic AI in SaaS seem boundless, but certain limitations may be the only thing keeping the “SaaSpocalypse” at bay. Informa TechTarget editors Beth Pariseau and Ben Lutkevich discuss how agentic AI is affecting the future of SaaS applications.   In today’s episode, we cover… The impact of AI agents on SaaS vendors Real-world examples of AI transforming business processes Historical trends in IT centralization and decentralization …and more!   Read more on our websites. SaaSpocalypse? Maybe not, but SaaS applications are changing

In this episode, Eye on Tech's Sabrina Polin and TechTarget journalist Don Fluckinger explore the so-called SaaSpocalypse, the impact of agentic AI on SaaS vendors, and the evolving challenges in SaaS pricing models. They debunk myths, analyze market reactions, and discuss how vendors can adapt to ensure profitability and transparency.   In this episode, we cover: What is the SaaSpocalypse? Leaking market cap and investor fears The pricing challenges in AI-enhanced SaaS And more!   Read more on our websites: Potential Salesforce pricing reset latest sign of 'SaaSpocalypse'

CitriniResearch’s recent paper theorizing about agentic AI’s economic impact caused such a stir that the stock market reacted. The polarizing nationwide conversation that followed left business leaders with some serious questions to answer about their agentic AI reliance. We delve into these questions and more in a conversation with Informa TechTarget AI experts Jen English and Everett Bishop.   In this episode, we cover: The Citrini paper’s speculation about agentic AI’s “negative feedback loop” How the dawn of agentic AI differs from previous technological eras How business leaders can respond to the realities of agentic AI’s economic influence ...and more! For more AI stories, check out our website, Search EnterpriseAI. Is Citrini Research's dark AI future a given? How agentic AI is changing work, strategy and competitiveness

Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s acquisition of Juniper Networks would benefit Juniper shareholders, but what about its customers? In this week’s podcast, Editor At Large Antone Gonsalves and Enterprise Strategy Group analyst Bob Laliberte discuss whether Juniper customers are the losers in the deal.

In 2024, businesses will quickly shift from testing to implementing generative AI in customer-facing apps. Due to high costs, GenAI providers must offer clear pricing, says Mike Leone, a TechTarget Enterprise Strategy Group analyst. Related stories: https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/news/366563445/Small-language-models-an-emerging-GenAI-force https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/feature/Five-generative-AI-trends-to-look-for-in-2024 https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/news/366561920/AWS-customers-grapple-with-generative-AI-shortfalls

In this episode of Tech News This Week, ESG analysts Paul Nashawaty and Mike Leone discuss why open-source large language models will become more critical in generative AI applications. Analyst Melinda Marks describes the security differences between the major cloud providers. Related stories: https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/news/366562492/How-generative-AI-is-changing-the-fashion-industry   https://www.techtarget.com/searchsoftwarequality/news/366562299/Google-Gemini-AWS-GenAI-tools-face-uphill-battle-for-devs   https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/news/366562298/Google-strikes-back-at-OpenAI-with-Gemini-foundation-model   https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/news/366562233/IBM-Meta-form-AI-Alliance-to-promote-open-AI   https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/news/366561920/AWS-customers-grapple-with-generative-AI-shortfalls

In an interview with Editor At Large Antone Gonsalves, analyst Paul Nashawaty of Enterprise Strategy Group describes the critical roles of tech industry giants and startups in developing generative AI for enterprises.   Related Stories: https://www.techtarget.com/searchcustomerexperience/opinion/Microsoft-Ignite-highlights-future-of-AI-customer-success   https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/news/366559694/Microsoft-expands-AI-reach-with-Azure-AI-studio-genAI-tools   https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/feature/Enterprise-IT-shops-more-likely-to-buy-GenAI-than-build-it  

In an interview with Editor At Large Antone Gonsalves, analyst Bob Laliberte of Enterprise Strategy Group explains why he doesn’t see a slowdown in IT spending despite bellwether Cisco’s disappointing revenue forecast.   Related Stories: https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/feature/Enterprise-IT-shops-more-likely-to-buy-GenAI-than-build-it   https://www.techtarget.com/searchcio/news/366559936/Cloud-costs-increase-amid-SaaS-pricing-hikes

Tech News this Week Host Antone Gonsalves discusses Oracle with Abhishek Singh, who leads the cloud transformation research at the Everest Group. Singh shares his thoughts on Oracle’s challenges in the business applications market, its second-place status behind Epic in healthcare, and why you should be skeptical of Oracle’s claims to be a less expensive cloud provider than AWS, Google, and Microsoft.

Each week, TechTarget Editorial's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. Today's show covers the generative AI plans within Cisco, Oracle, and Salesforce and the European Union's big step toward AI regulation.   Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week   Stories featured on Tech News this Week: Oracle plans to provide generative AI services with Cohere US won't follow in EU's footsteps with AI regulation Cisco Live 2023 conference coverage and analysis

Each week, TechTarget Editorial's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. Today's show focuses on the key product launches at Cisco Live in Las Vegas. We talk to Cisco executives at the show and industry analysts from Enterprise Strategy Group. Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week   Stories featured on Tech News this Week: Cisco Live 2023 conference coverage and analysis

Each week, TechTarget's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. On today's show, the experts discuss Google's new managed service for connecting public clouds; the latest AI news from Nvidia, Dell, and Microsoft; and Snowflake's Neeva acquisition.    Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week   Stories featured on Tech News this Week: Dell enters generative AI market with Nvidia partnership  

Each week, TechTarget Editorial's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. On today's show, medical center Baptist Health of Jacksonville, Fla., describes how IT is evolving in the healthcare industry, and we discuss the changing dynamics between tech startups and channel partners and technology's role in helping companies evaluate their carbon emissions.   Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week  

Each week, TechTarget Editorial's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. Today's show examines generative AI's impact on software development, the need for higher-performing storage for AI applications, and the cybersecurity industry's reaction to the Biden administration's plans to tighten software security.   Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week

Each week, TechTarget's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. On today's show, we look at the generative AI plans of IBM and Salesforce-owned Tableau and discuss how H-1B visa fraud is making it more difficult to hire foreign tech workers.   Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week   Stories featured on Tech News this Week: As H-1B visa registrations near 1M, odds of a visa decline Tableau to add generative AI with Salesforce's Einstein GPT IBM launches Watsonx, a new generative AI platform

Each week, TechTarget's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. On today's show, Chanley T. Howell of Foley & Lardner discusses how AI makes easier for companies to review software and services contracts; TechTarget AI reporter Esther Ajao explains why "the godfather of AI" left Google; and TechTarget security reporter Arielle Waldman explains why passkeys might soon replace passwords.   Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week   Stories featured on Tech News this Week: 1Password execs outline shift to passwordless authentication Examining AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton’s fears about AI Passkey vs. password: What is the difference?

Each week, TechTarget's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. On today's show, tech analyst Bob Laliberte of Enterprise Strategy Group discusses the highlights of HPE Aruba's Atmosphere conference; security reporter Alex Culafi describes how AI dominated the RSA security show; and government reporter Makenzie Holland explains why the Federal Trade Commission has taken a hard-line position on the use of AI in business.   Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week   Stories featured on Tech News this Week: Rising AI tide sweeps over RSA Conference, cybersecurity Federal agencies promise action against 'AI-driven harm' ChatGPT use policy up to businesses as regulators struggle

Each week, TechTarget's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. On this week's show, ESG senior analyst Bob Laliberte discusses the latest products form Versa and Prosimo, TechTarget reporter Esther Ajao reveals more about AWS Bedrock, and TechTarget reporter Jim O'Donnell explains the complicated enterprise migration to SAP S/4HANAH. Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week   Stories featured on Tech News this Week: AWS' new generative AI service fills need in market What is SAP S/4HANA?

SD-WAN is never just a feature of SASE. It's the foundation of a successful SASE implementation. In today's Tech News This Week, EMA analyst Shamus McGillicuddy tells you why. Also, get an update from TechTarget Editorial reporters on AI in security and how U.S. states are taking the lead in AI regulation. Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week Stories featured on Tech News this Week: Recorded Future launches OpenAI GPT model for threat intel AI rules take center stage amid growing ChatGPT concerns

Each week, TechTarget's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. On this week's show, J. Gold Associates analyst Jack Gold talks Amazon Sidewalk, TechTarget senior reporter Beth Pariseau explains how generative AI will affect software engineers, and TechTarget reporter Arielle Waldman discusses why 42% of IT leaders surveyed were told to keep a data breach confidential. Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week Stories featured on Tech News this Week: OnAsset logistics service taps Amazon Sidewalk How ChatGPT and generative AI will affect IT operations 42% of IT leaders told to maintain breach confidentiality  

Each week, TechTarget's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. On this week's show, ESG principal analyst Bob Laliberte discusses NaaS, TechTarget senior editor Katherine Finnell brings news from Enterprise Connect, and TechTarget news reporter Patrick Thibodeau explores how AI will disrupt HR. Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week Stories featured on Tech News this Week: What is Network as a Service (NaaS)? Everything Enterprise Connect 2023: News, Trends and Insights ChatGPT Makes Gains in HR, One Beta at a Time  

Each week, TechTarget's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. On today's show, T. Ravichandran, an associate dean for research at the Lally School of Management at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, discusses the risks associated with using third-party AI in business, TechTarget reporter Esther Ajao explains Nvidia's latest moves in generative AI, and TechTarget reporter Arielle Waldman tells us why security pros are unhappy with the growing influence of cyber-insurance companies. Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week

Each week, TechTarget's news team and industry experts provide candid insight and analysis of the biggest IT news headlines of the week. On this week's show, IOTech Systems CTO Jim White describes how the companies' industrial customers are using edge computing; TechTarget reporter Esther Ajao explains the latest AI news from Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI; and TechTarget reporter Eric Avidon spells out what's helpful in the new version of Salesforce's Tableau analytics software.   Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week Stories featured on Tech News this Week: Tableau update targets analytics collaboration, storytelling OpenAI releases latest version of its star LLM: GPT-4

This week, TechTarget News Director Antone Gonsalves is joined by ESG Principal Analyst Bob Laliberte to discuss the new Juniper Networks cloud-hosted Campus Fabric Workflow, TechTarget AI reporter Esther Ajao to explore Salesforce Einstein GPT, and TechTarget workplace reporter Patrick Thibodeau to break down the recent wave of tech company layoffs. Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week Stories featured on Tech News this Week: Salesforce joins generative AI ranks with Einstein GPT

This week, TechTarget News Director Antone Gonsalves is joined by Esther Ajao to discuss AI washing and possible FTC actions, Alex Culafi to explore the latest enterprise security concerns, and Makenzie Holland to break down decentralized social networks and regulatory challenges.  Watch Tech News this Week on the TechTarget News Bytes Channel: Tech News this Week Stories featured on Tech News this Week: FTC wants vendors to stop lying about 'AI-powered' products CrowdStrike: Threat actors shifting away from ransomware IBM: Ransomware defenders showing signs of improvement Laws geared to big tech could harm decentralized platforms