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November 20, 2020 20 Nov'20
Microsoft announces free version of Teams video calls

Microsoft's holiday-inspired free video conferencing lets people with a personal Teams account invite up to 300 participants, who do not need Teams accounts to join.
November 19, 2020 19 Nov'20
Cisco releases patches for 3 Webex vulnerabilities

Cisco has patched three vulnerabilities that allowed malicious actors to enter meetings and waiting rooms as 'ghosts' and stay on -- even after being removed.
November 17, 2020 17 Nov'20
Google to roll out new privacy settings for Workspace

Google will soon provide controls for turning off Workspace app features like smart compose, smart reply and tabbed inbox in Gmail to allow for more user privacy.
November 10, 2020 10 Nov'20
Zoom settles FTC suit alleging 'deceptive' security practices

Zoom has agreed to implement a comprehensive program for user security and abide by a government-imposed prohibition against privacy misrepresentations.

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Reimagining the future of conference rooms, post-COVID-19

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