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Wire acquires Pydio to create breakthrough secure workspace solution

We’ve got big news! Wire has acquired French document sharing company, Pydio. The vision behind this acquisition is to create an innovative, unified workspace solution that eliminates the tradeoff between security and productivity. Imagine a single app that allows you to video call like Zoom, chat like Slack, and collaborate on documents like Google Drive all without putting your data at risk - and we’re already hard at work making this vision a reality.

The Salt Typhoon Hack is a Giant Wake-Up Call

Recent revelations have shaken the U.S. telecommunications industry to its core. According to reports from major news outlets like the New York Times and Wall Street Journal, as well as confirmations from U.S. government agencies, a highly skilled group of hackers known as Salt Typhoon - believed to be backed by the Chinese government - has breached key components of the U.S. communications infrastructure. The group’s target?

DOD-Approved Messaging Apps for Enhanced Communication Security

In today’s hyper-connected world, secure communication is more than a luxury-it’s a necessity. Sharing sensitive information via everyday messaging apps highly exposes organizations to data breaches, cyberattacks, and compliance violations. In industries like defense and government, or for high-stakes business operations, that margin for error is paper-thin. Yet not all messaging applications are created equal, though.

The importance of setting short-term goals (with examples)

Goals help you take action on larger ideas or visions. Short-term goals specifically help you to plan and take action on tasks that can be completed in the near future. In this article, get two strategies to help you create short-term goals more effectively. Then, check out some examples of short-term goals, plus how to track and use them so they have the highest impact. We all have goals, both at work and in our personal lives. Buy a house, start a new company, manage a team—the list could go on.

What is proof of concept? POC writing guide with examples

A proof of concept (POC) demonstrates the feasibility of a proposed product, method, or idea. You must prove why your idea will work in the real world, so stakeholders and investors feel comfortable moving forward with the project. In this piece, we’ll explain how to write a POC and why this presentation is a beneficial part of product development. Before you spend time, money, and energy on a project, it makes sense to research whether your idea is worthwhile.

4 certainties for 2025 to anchor your IC and EX strategy

While everyone’s busy chasing the next big prediction or trend, you need answers that work now. Not maybes, not possibilities — but real, solid ground on which to build your internal communications and employee experience strategy. That’s because, in a world where change is the only constant, knowing where to plant your feet matters more than ever.

What to know about legal holds: How to audit, preserve, and review your digital data

A lawsuit can be stressful and expensive for a company. Those who handle compliance well can move past it to grow, while those who don’t may face higher consequences. In litigation, documentation can make or break a case. Think of every employee and contractor contributing to your software and each tool they use. Every email, chat (yes, even Slack!), wireframe, and digital board iteration could become critical evidence.

The Ripple Effect: Leading with Empathy, Insights and Innovation with Donald Knight

This episode features an interview with Donald Knight, Venture Partner at Valor Ventures and Miriam Connaughton, Chief People and Experience Officer at Simpplr. In this episode, Shawn, Donald, and Miriam discuss the concept of high-performance cultures, how fostering human connection and empathy in the workplace can combat loneliness, and the impact of AI on workplace dynamics.