Cisco targets digital business transformation with new certifications

Cisco has rolled out new certifications and training for networking professionals looking to bolster their digital networking skillsets. “The workforce is changing and needs to evolve to handle a more software-centric, automated digital ecosystem,” Tejas Vashi, senior director, product strategy and marketing for Learning@Cisco. +More on Network World: Cisco issues variety of security warnings on…

Australian competition watchdog takes Apple to court over 'error 53' claims

Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has commenced proceedings in the Federal Court against Apple Australia and its U.S.-based parent company, Apple, for allegedly making “false, misleading, or deceptive representations” about consumers’ rights under the Australian Consumer Law. It is seeking pecuniary penalties, injunctions, declarations, compliance program orders, corrective notices, and costs against Apple. The…

US says laptop ban may expand to more airports

The U.S. might add other airports to its ban restricting passengers from bringing laptops and other electronics into the cabin for certain flights from the Middle East. “We may take measures in the not too distant future to expand the number of airports,” said Homeland Security secretary John Kelly on Wednesday during a congressional hearing.…

H-1B employers face stricter rules

The federal government is doing something it has never done before: It’s encouraging people to file H-1B abuse complaints. This week the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Labor each posted information about how to file a complaint against suspected H-1B abuse. It’s a clear signal that government scrutiny of H-1B use will…