'Runaway algorithms' are wreaking havoc on consumer privacy, DuckDuckGo CEO says

Google and Facebook are responsible for about 63% of all digital advertising through their collection of personal data, Gabriel Weinberg, writes in a commentary piece for CNBC. 

By Samantha Schwartz • Feb. 2, 2018

CIOs should take time to understand a company's 'values, culture and strategy,' Red Hat CIO says

"I think it's very easy for someone to come into a new job and fall prey to, 'well I am just going to run the playbook I've always run that's got me successful to this point,' " said Mike Kelly.

By Naomi Eide • Feb. 1, 2018

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CIO Priorities

Companies task their CIOs with balancing the company’s economic and operational needs as they enable technology throughout the business.

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76% of CIOs say IT complexity makes it impossible to manage performance

A single web or mobile transaction now crosses an average of 35 different technology systems or components, compared to 22 just five years ago, a Dynatrace study found.

By Dan Alaimo • Feb. 1, 2018

Self-taught workers struggle to showcase their skills

A large number of developers are self-taught via YouTube, a HackerRank study reveals — a difficult characteristic to list on a resume.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 31, 2018

White House names EY exec as federal CIO

Suzette Kuhlow Kent will take over for Margie Graves, the current acting U.S. CIO, who has been in the position since January 2017.   

By Samantha Schwartz • Jan. 29, 2018

Strategies for CIOs who want the C-suite on their side

The CIO and CFO must maintain a working, transparent relationship. Without it, justifying IT investments falls to the wayside. 

By Samantha Schwartz • Jan. 25, 2018

How to effectively harness Big Data for profit

The "Dean of Big Data" and CTO of Dell EMC Global Services Big Data breaks down what a company needs to effectively analyze and monetize Big Data.

By Alex Hickey • Jan. 24, 2018

CIOs to become a 'partner-liaison' for tech initiatives outside IT department

CIOs now have their hands in other departments to integrate, consult, deliver and communicate new systems and devices.

By Samantha Schwartz • Jan. 24, 2018

Tech giants kick off 2018 with European, Asian AI investments

Creating new AI and other technology-specific hubs around the world is important for equalizing access and promoting diversity. 

By Alex Hickey • Jan. 23, 2018

'Big picture' skills bring in the bucks

Higher compensation is still the biggest reason for changing employers, according to 63% of surveyed technology professionals.

By Alex Hickey • Jan. 23, 2018

'Reskilling crisis' emerging as 1.4M US jobs face technology disruption

Only 2% of workers could transition to new jobs if immediately called on to take another position that matched their skill set, according to a report from the World Economic Forum.

By Naomi Eide • Jan. 23, 2018

Looking for a blockchain professional? Suddenly, so is everyone else

A freelancing firm posted 2,200 blockchain-related job openings in the fourth quarter of last year. In comparison, it had 96 such posts just one year ago.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Alex Hickey • Jan. 22, 2018

Why 2017's cyberattacks are leading young women into cybersecurity

Interest generated by WannaCry and Nyetya means companies struggling to fill cybersecurity talent pipelines may have a new recruiting tool.

By Samantha Schwartz • Jan. 22, 2018

AI in recruitment isn't a prediction — it's already here

Don't worry, AI isn't deciding who your next colleague is, but it is taking a lot of monotonous tasks off the plate of recruiters and HR workers.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 19, 2018

Will CIOs be responsible for replacing workers with robots?

Automated technologies are becoming easier to implement, streamlining formerly clunky services. But the executives in charge of making those decisions are not always in plain sight. 

By Naomi Eide • Jan. 19, 2018

Amazon unveils top 20 contenders for HQ2

A few of the cities on Amazon's final list don't appear to adhere to the e-commerce giant's specs.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 18, 2018

How does Apple's new campus stack up to HQ2?

While the move may sound similar to Amazon's announcement of a second headquarters (HQ2), cities may not be so quick to offer proposals or incentives.

By Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 18, 2018

Best places to work in tech: Who made the cut

At companies deemed the best places to work, employees say "management involves them in decisions" and pays them fairly.

By Samantha Schwartz • Jan. 18, 2018

'Grow with Google' adds online IT certificate program

The training program offers six courses to prepare individuals for entry-level IT positions, including automation, security and system administration skills.

By Alex Hickey • Jan. 16, 2018

Business is evolving, and so should your IT plan

Pinpointing the underlying value of IT is important for CIOs because simply "keeping the lights on" and providing employees with sufficient IT support is no longer enough.

By Dale Quayle • Jan. 16, 2018

Upgrades to enterprise software could free up workers in 2018

Personalization, machine learning and push notifications promise to make routine tasks less time intensive.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 11, 2018

Workplace discrimination in STEM reinforces sweeping social campaigns

Women in STEM jobs are three times more likely than men to experience sexual harassment at work.

By Alex Hickey • Jan. 11, 2018

USCIS 'not considering' change to H-1B extensions

Even if extensions were in jeopardy, employers have the ability to request extensions for visa holders at one-year increments.

By Samantha Schwartz • Jan. 10, 2018

As VC investment booms, AI and cybersecurity startups rake in the big bucks

VC firms shelled out $84 billion across more than 8,000 companies in 2017. Cybersecurity startups brought in around $4.2 billion in funding — breaking a 2015 high.

By Alex Hickey • Jan. 10, 2018

For IT workers, financial stability means success

Tech workers often benefit from flexible scheduling, working remotely or operating as a freelancer or contractor — and all while raking in some of the best salaries in the country. 

By Alex Hickey • Jan. 9, 2018