Rhentech I.T. Services

26/08/2025

When Zero-Trust meets the real world.

This is our current patching status across all client operating systems. Not bad but not quite there yet.

When was the last time you actually opened your IT Team's report?

If feel your environment's patching compliance percentage is lower than that of our customers, we should talk.

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10/03/2025

IoT Security Crisis 2025: The Growing Threat to Your Connected Devices

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/iot-security-crisis-2025-growing-threat-your-devices-labuschagne-5mprf

29/01/2025

💥 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐰𝐚𝐤𝐞-𝐮𝐩 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥: 𝐇𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐈 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐝?

A recent breakthrough from China’s DeepSeek-V2 has sent shockwaves through the AI world. This open-weight, GPT-4-class model is proving that cutting-edge AI development is no longer exclusive to US tech giants. The response? A scramble among Western AI leaders to rethink their strategies.

🔍 Why does this matter?
DeepSeek-V2 shows that high-performing AI can be developed outside of Silicon Valley.
It’s an open-weight model, meaning greater accessibility and fewer restrictions compared to proprietary systems.
This could accelerate AI adoption globally, reducing reliance on US-controlled LLMs.

🌎 The bigger picture
For years, AI dominance was a closed game, led by companies like OpenAI, Google, and Meta. But now? The competitive landscape is shifting fast. With China investing heavily in AI and open-weight models gaining traction, the balance of power in AI innovation is evolving.

⚠️ What does this mean for enterprises?
The emergence of strong open-weight models could provide more flexibility for businesses developing AI applications.
Regulatory and ethical considerations will become even more complex as AI models spread beyond Western oversight.
US firms may be forced to open up their own models to stay relevant.
The AI race is no longer just about who builds the best model—it’s about who controls access, regulation, and adoption.
How should businesses prepare for this next phase of AI evolution? 👇

31/07/2024

Scientists are working on a way to double the lifespan of smartphone and laptop batteries with a new charging protocol.

Using pulse current charging, or a constant current divided with a few short breaks, lithium-ion batteries hold up better over hundreds of charging cycles and can last twice as long.

30/07/2024

If you're a small business, you need to make every expenditure count. Here are some tips on putting together a cybersecurity strategy on a budget.

As cybercriminals target businesses of all sizes, the misconception persists that effective protection is beyond the reach of smaller budgets. However, the reality is that cost-effective solutions do exist for businesses of all sizes. Read on for expert tips on how to protect your small business. Tr...

29/07/2024

Do you find your internet bill confusing? It may be easier to understand in the future. The FCC is putting new transparency rules in place for broadband providers.

28/07/2024

Keeping projects organized is key to keeping them on track for success. Here are 10 of the best project management tools to take a look at.

Businesses of all sizes, from small startups to multinational corporations, rely heavily on technology to streamline operations and stay competitive in today’s market. Yet, the specter of tech slowdowns looms […]

27/07/2024

Who says data has to be boring? An inventive geo-environmental scientist composed a string quartet from climate data converted to music.

A geo-environmental scientist from Japan has composed a string quartet using sonified climate data. The 6-minute-long composition -- entitled 'String Quartet No. 1 'Polar Energy Budget'-- is based on over 30 years of satellite-collected climate data from the Arctic and Antarctic and aims to garner a...

26/07/2024

You can feel helpless when receiving an email from a big company saying your private data was exposed. What can you do about it? Here are the immediate steps to take to protect yourself.

LONDON (AP) — Data breaches like the most recent one involving AT&T customers are becoming an almost regular occurrence. As more of our lives move online, our personal data like email addresses, phone numbers, birthdates and even passcodes are becoming ever more vulnerable to theft or being mistak...

25/07/2024

What's the newest trend in generative AI? It's going from big to small. Learn how small language models (SLMs) are starting to take over from their larger counterparts.

The specialized nature of SLMs can lead to improved performance and efficiency in these targeted applications compared to using a more general model.

24/07/2024

It's usually a given that a new car is going to be connected to the internet these days. This is causing some government agencies to launch auto-specific cybersecurity rules.

The EU's new cybersecurity regulations are causing a stir in the automotive industry, leading to the discontinuation of several older models. These regulations, which mandate stringent cybersecurity measures in vehicles, are a response to the increasing threat of cyber attacks on modern cars.

23/07/2024

Are you a smart home newbie and need a starter kit? Check out this article designed just for you.

Looking to start building out a smart home setup? We've got all the best products and devices you'll need for a smart home.