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Olivia Powell

The hidden cyber security risks of smart devices

Did you know there are more smart devices on Earth than people? And that number is on the rise year upon year - especially in the age of remote and hybrid working patterns.

Ranjit Atwal, senior research director at Gartner, believes that this is down to the rise in those working from home.

“Connectivity is already a pain-point for many users who are working remotely. But as mobility returns to the workforce, the need to equip employees able to work anywhere with the right tools will be crucial,” he explains. “Demand for connected 4G/5G laptops and other devices will rise as business justification increases.”

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