This is an estimate by the insurer Parametrix, which said that in the US alone, and in a partial estimate, the damage could be estimated at US$ 5.4 billion. The cybersecurity firm attributed the event to an error in a validator.

The cascading technological errors caused severe damage to computer systems worldwide in one of the most disruptive computer outages in years, highlighting how much the world relies on potentially error-prone software from a handful of companies.

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CrowdStrike flaw to cost up to US$ 15 billion to companies

This is an estimate by the insurer Parametrix, which said that in the US alone, and in a partial estimate, the damage could be estimated at US$ 5.4 billion. The cybersecurity firm attributed the event to an error in a validator.

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Energy consumption to satisfy the needs of new technology accelerates investments that make this demand more efficient. Valuation now depends on the kilowatts consumed rather than on the square meters deployed.

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Fernando Manfrini, Neutrik Technology Business Manager for Latin America, spoke with Convergencia about the company's plans to expand in the telecommunication sector with complex connection solutions.

"Telecommunications companies seek to improve customer service"

Jesus A. Sanchez, Chief Marketing Officer of Open International, spoke with Convergencialatina about the technological investments necessary for operators to have a 360-degree view of their customers. Cybersecurity is a new driver to advance in that direction.

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