
O Jornal Económico
June 9, 2026
The Truth Enforcer: The Madeiran Technology that allows digital information authentication
Connecting Software’s technology enables the authentication of invoices, contracts, spreadsheets, reports, images and videos.
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Forbes
May 26, 2026
Post-Quantum Cryptography: How To Prepare Your Organization Now
Thomas Berndorfer, a cybersecurity expert and CEO of Connecting Software contributed to a panel about how businesses can prepare for quantum technology.
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TechRound
May 21, 2026
Open Banking Is Coming To The Gulf – Which Founders Will Move Fast Enough To Own The Opportunity?
Connecting Software CEO Thomas Berndorfer offered his expertise on a panel of experts about the growth of Blockchain and fintech innovation in the Gulf area.
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Biometric Update
May 18, 2026
Why blockchain will be vital for the next generation of biometrics
Thomas Berndorfer, CEO of Connecting Software spoke to Biometric Update about why blockchain technology will be instrumental to the next generation of biometric IDs.
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Forbes
May 15, 2026
How To Avoid The Common Headaches In Software Migration
As part of his ongoing contributions to the Forbes Tech Council, Thomas Berndorfer, CEO of Connecting Software, spoke about the ways in which companies can avoid the common headaches involved in software migration.
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Data Center Dynamics
April 27, 2026
How can businesses insulate themselves from predatory practices in the cloud market?
Connecting Software CEO, Thomas Berndorfer, spoke to Data Center Dynamics about the concerning reality that very few business consumers switch their cloud providers due to structural factors and costs – making them much more vulnerable to outages and predatory practices.
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NEI Magazine
April 16, 2026
Blockchain and Data Integrity
Our CEO Thomas Berndorfer highlights the need for stricter data verification and a unified blockchain standard in the nuclear industry after the Hamaoka nuclear power plant data fraud scandal.
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Forbes
April 9, 2026
From A Simple Error To Disaster: What Data Alteration Attacks Mean For Modern Businesses
Connecting Software CEO, Thomas Berndorfer, spoke to Forbes about the pressing danger of data alteration attacks.
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Forbes
March 24, 2026
IT Management Capabilities That Matter More Than New Tools
Connecting Software CEO, Thomas Berndorfer, spoke to Forbes about the fact that management strategies can sometimes be far more effective than the latest IT tools.
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Forbes
March 20, 2026
Cloud Security Risks CTOs Think They’ve Solved But Often Haven’t
Connecting Software CEO Thomas Berndorfer was featured in a recent Forbes discussion piece about Cloud Security risks where he highlighted the dangers of an ‘out of sight, out of mind’ mentality to data storage.
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Forbes
March 9, 2026
Why Business Continuity Planning Is Critical In The 21st Century
Thomas Berndorfer highlights the need to start thinking about Business Continuity Planning (BCP) to avoid costly efficiency losses.
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Dnoticias
January 28, 2026
Madeira-based software company wins SME Europe Award
COSO, the Madeira-based software company operating under the Connecting Software brand, was honored this Wednesday in Brussels, receiving an award for its Truth Enforcer product.
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JM
January 28, 2026
Madeiran company wins the SME Europe Award
The Madeira-based company COSO, founded in 2017 and operating under the Connecting Software brand, was awarded today with the prestigious SME Europe 2025 Award in the ‘Innovation and Future Readiness’ category
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Forbes
January 8, 2026
Questions Business Leaders Need To Ask When Putting Data In The Cloud
Thomas Berndorfer talks about the critical factors in choosing cloud providers
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Trending topics
December 9, 2025
Thomas Berndorfer Reflects on Connecting Software’s 20+ Year Journey
Connecting Software CEO Thomas Berndorfer spoke to Trending Topics about Connecting Software’s journey from a small startup to a SME operating across the globe.
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Forbes
November 3, 2025
Thomas Berndorfer, Forbes technology council member, speaks about data sovereignty in the cloud
Discover leading insights from Thomas Berndorfer, Forbes Technology Council member, as he explores the challenges and solutions of data sovereignty in the cloud era. Learn how organizations can ensure compliance, security, and control over their data in today’s complex cloud environments.
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TechRound
October 28, 2025
Thomas Berndorfer speaks to TechRound about why cybersecurity skills are vital for young people
Connecting Software CEO, Thomas Berndorfer, spoke to TechRound as part of a large panel of prominent experts regarding the importance of teaching young people cybersecurity and AI skills.
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Reworked
October 27, 2025
Thomas speaks to ReWorked about the necessity of Business Continuity
Connecting Software CEO, Thomas Berndorfer, spoke to David Barry of ReWorked about the importance of businesses maintaining continuity in the case of outages to critical services.
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dnoticias.pt
September 29, 2025
Thomas Berndorfer covered in local media for his SME Connect ambassadorship
Madeira-based Thomas Berndorfer of Connecting Software named European Cybersecurity Ambassador, strengthening the company’s global impact and support for European SMEs.
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The Next Web
August 1, 2025
Can Europe’s AI rules turn worker protections into a competitive edge?
Europe’s new AI rules aim to strengthen worker protections. Find out how these regulations might not only safeguard employees, but also help European companies stand out in the global market.
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Reworked
July 28, 2025
SharePoint ToolShell Attack Triggers Urgent Need to Rethink On-Prem Defense
The recent SharePoint ToolShell attack has exposed critical weaknesses in on-premises security. Discover why organizations must urgently reevaluate and strengthen their on-prem defense systems to stay protected.
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Help Net Security
July 28, 2025
How to fight document fraud with the latest tech tools
Document fraud is a growing concern for organizations worldwide. Learn how the latest technological tools can help you identify, prevent, and combat document fraud more effectively than ever before.
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Simply SharePoint
July 24, 2025
SharePoint Hack 2025: On-Premises vs Online Security
The 2025 SharePoint hack has raised crucial questions about the strengths and weaknesses of on-premises versus online security. Discover the key lessons for organizations choosing between these two approaches.
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Petri Dish
July 24, 2025
Become an Integration Hero in Less Than 3 Hours with Connecting Software
Quickly master software integration—learn how to connect systems with Connecting Software in just 3 hours.
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Redmond Magazine
July 22, 2025
Adam Maurer, COO, speaks to Redmond magazine about mass SharePoint hack
A newly discovered zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint has been exploited in multiple government system breaches. Security experts warn that the flaw could have widespread implications if not addressed quickly.
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Data Centre Dynamics
June 11, 2025
Why data diodes are becoming a billion-dollar market
Data diodes are reshaping cybersecurity by enabling secure, one-way data transfers. Learn how Connecting Software leverages this technology to safeguard vital systems against modern cyber threats.
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The Fintech Times
May 31, 2025
Where Will the Blockchain Industry be in 5 Years?
Thomas Berndorfer, CEO of Connecting Software was in a recent feature in The Fintech Times that outlined the near future of Blockchain technology.
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Techradar.pro
May 29, 2025
Adam and Francisco talk Document Forgery with TechRadar Pro
Adam Maurer, COO of Connecting Software and Francisco Rodrigues, Product Manager for Truth Enforcer recently co-authored an opinion piece in TechRadar Pro, speaking about the dangers that exist in skyrocketing levels of digital document fraud.
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Dnoticias
October 15, 2024
Connecting Software launches the first secure MS Exchange sync for air-gapped networks at GovWare.
Connecting Software is pleased to announce its participation in the GovWare Conference & Exhibition 2024, Asia’s premier cybersecurity event, taking place from October 15 to 17 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore.
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Jornal Económico PT
October 3, 2024
Eduardo Jesus highlights the importance of Connecting Software
The Regional Secretary for Economy, Tourism and Culture highlighted the importance of Connecting Software for Madeira’s economy.
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Jornal Económico PT
May 10, 2024
Connecting Software evolves towards cybersecurity and attracts the public sector
Technology: The company intends to acquire a larger space and aims to grow from 30 to 50 people over the next two years.
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Jornal Económico PT
September 19, 2023
Connecting Software and Nearsoft Announce Partnership to Use Blockchain for Fighting Fraud
Connecting Software, a company in Madeira’s International Business Center (IBC), has installed a technology center in Madeira using B2B software and blockchain technology
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Jornal ECO
April 21, 2023
B2B Software and Blockchain Technology at Company in the International Business Center of Madeira
Connecting Software, a company in Madeira’s International Business Center (IBC), has installed a technology center in Madeira using B2B software and blockchain technology
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Vida Económica
December 4, 2022
Challenges in the IT world
Connecting Software has four offices around the world, one of them in Madeira. It is one of the companies experiencing lack of human resources and a strong salary pressure resulting from operating in a global market.
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Vida Económica
June 9, 2022
Integration Software from Madeira to the World
40 employees, 12 languages, 9 nationalities, 4 offices, 2 continents and the International Business Center of Madeira (Zona Franca of Madeira) are what propels Connecting Software and its status as a rising star in the world of B2B software.
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Económico Madeira
April 29, 2022
How to attract investment to Madeira?
Madeira is a beautiful place to live. So, there are many people willing to live here. But to start a business on a far, far away island you need to handle three things
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Dinheiro Vivo
April 23, 2022
Free Trade Zone: Government delay jeopardizes two-thirds of Madeira’s IRC revenue
In a region that is highly dependent on tourism, the International Business Center guarantees diversified investment and specialized employment.
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Económico Madeira
April 11, 2022
Madeira’s Free Trade Zone encourages technological development and internationalization
The tax incentive is, therefore, essential to the development of the region and its prosperity. The Free Trade Zone is and can continue to be a motor for Madeira´s economy.
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TechRound
March 14, 2022
A Chat with Adam Maurer
Connecting Software is a European software development company that provides technical solutions for businesses. The main focus of Connecting Software is the integration between software, solving little challenges companies might face. The solutions we create are for filling those gaps to overcome those challenges.
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Económico Madeira
February 22, 2022
Digital transformation: what is the role of blockchain in business and economy?
Anyone who has heard of cryptocurrencies has heard of blockchain. By dispensing the intermediation of regulatory entities, blockchain is the target of the curious and enthusiasts of technology applied to the financial sector.
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The Fintech Times
January 20, 2022
Three Use Cases of Blockchain Technology for Enterprise Software
Blockchain promises to revolutionise the industry beyond cryptocurrency. With vast applicability towards the market, combining this technology with creativity can solve well-known problems that affect our productivity and represent a high time-consuming rate.
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Económico Madeira
October 1, 2021
Connecting Software wants to double workforce by 2023
The objective is to grow from the current 20 workers to a maximum of 40. The company’s CEO also highlights the multiplier effects that the region would have if it attracted more business.
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JM
September 17, 2021
Connecting Software expands to new office
With headquarter in Austria, the company was surprised by the outcomes and premieres its new office in the Region this Friday.
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Industry today
August 10, 2021
Why Your IIOT Solution Should be Deployed On-Premises
There are benefits and drawbacks to deploying your IIOT solution either on-premises or on the cloud. In the author’s opinion, deploying your IIOT solution on-premises offers the biggest advantages.
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Link to Leaders
March 29, 2021
At Connecting Software, we do not use venture capital or credit
In this interview of our CEO Thomas Berndorfer, he discusses the past, present, and future of Connecting Software. This reflection includes the original idea, today’s challenges and opportunities, and his bets and insights into the future.
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Económico Madeira
January 14, 2021
Biggest challenges in IT for 2021
Being a software company has its pluses, as you can develop the tools that address these challenges you face. In our case, we picked up Blockchain and used it to prove documents’ and processes’ authenticity.
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Vida Ecomómica
December 18, 2020
Moving to work in Madeira
“We need new talent to keep delivering world-class software and connecting with top clients all over the world”. The customer portfolio is, in fact, widely spread across the globe, with more than a thousand clients in one hundred countries around the world.
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Diário de Notícias da Madeira
November 27, 2020
Sea of Opportunities
The year 2020 gave Diogo, Pedro and André the chance to move to this paradise island and embrace a new professional challenge at Connecting Software, an international IT company that is growing in Madeira.
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The Portugal News
June 13, 2020
An IT company in Madeira bucking the trends
While economy is shrinking worldwide, some companies seem not to feel the crisis. In Madeira, where the absence of tourism due to COVID-19 led to thousands of lay-offs, one IT producer is bucking the trend.
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Enterprise Security Magazine
May 1, 2020
Connecting Software Sealing Documents using Blockchain
Connecting Software won Top Blockchain Solution Provider 2020 with its product CB Digital Seal for SharePoint that uses Blockchain to seal documents and files. With this seal companies guarantee there is no tampering from the time of creation to utilization.
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Jornal Económico PT
January 3, 2020
Connecting Software hires and aims at the blockchain
Connecting Software is pushing document authentication using blockchain technology and the use of the Internet of Things to connect the business software and the industrial world. They aim to transform Madeira into a “Silicon Island”.
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IoT for All
October 14, 2019
How to Make Sense of Machine Data in Smart Factories
Although the majority of companies know about IoT, not many understand the value they can extract from machine data right now; it’s all about the communication ability between the shop floor and the business environment.
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IIoT World
September 19, 2019
First Steps Toward IIoT in a SME Environment
How a software integration platform with pre-built connectors for machine data communication can help to overcome limitations and what can be first practical applications for real-time machine data in a small factory which starts its journey towards the IIoT.
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ManufacturingTomorrow
September 10, 2019
How to Make Sense of Machine Data in Smart Factory 101
The area of machine to machine communication exists under a common name of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Experts say that IIoT is no longer the “next big thing” but the current need of production companies.
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Vida Económica
July 12, 2019
Company of the International Business Centre of Madeira with innovative B2B software
With four offices spread over two continents and 40 professional Connecting Software is an B2B oriented company that operates globally in the segment of software integration, that is, the connection between various elements of software.
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HelpNetSecurity
July 9, 2019
What can financial institutions do to improve email security?
Financial institutions are in a fully-fledged war against data breaches. And rightly so – the finance sector is a frequent target of ransomware, phishing, and other malicious attacks.
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ComputerWelt
July 8, 2019
How Middleware Is Changing Air Travel Management
While aviation has always been a tech-savvy industry, its cousin – travel management – is now catching up with the trend.
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Diario de Noticias
July 5, 2019
Pedro Calado highlights the “many foreign people” who come to live and work for Madeira
The Vice President of the Regional Government, Pedro Calado, visited Connecting Software.
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ComputerWelt
July 2, 2019
4 main issues to solve during mailbox migration
Mailbox migration projects can harm the workflow and put sensitive data at risk – unless you overcome these four roadblocks.
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ComputerWelt
June 27, 2019
4 Reasons why you should not store documents in cloud CRM
Many companies prefer to manage customer relations via the cloud. Unlike on-premise solutions, it provides great flexibility and convenience: you can access data from any device on the go and continue working from any …
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Product Hunt
June 1, 2019
5 Lessons We Learned Selling Unsexy Software (Like Hotcakes)
Have you ever tried explaining unsexy tech? It is not the task for the faint of heart. If your coffee order is more than four words, you are part of the problem.
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Advantage Austria
May 17, 2019
Austrian Company – Connecting Software Was Contracted By Stora Enso Oyj
The oldest limited liability company in the world chooses Austrian Software
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StartUp Beat
May 8, 2019
Connecting Software Launches Outlook Content Censor, an Innovative Solution to Secure Internal Data
Connecting Software announced the launch of the Outlook Content Censor with the purpose of protecting internal content and communications. This feature represents a large step towards greater data security for both companies and users alike.
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Advantage Austria
May 1, 2019
Americans rely on software integration solutions from Austria
Spirit AeroSystems, the world’s largest tier-one manufacture of aerostructures based in Kansas, has chosen the Austrian IT company Connecting Software to take care of customer data security needs.
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Inside Digital Health
April 18, 2019
3 Advantages of Synchronizing and Integrating Data in Healthcare
It’s time to ditch the outdated approach to data collection, storage and usage, in favor of smarter data management.
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StartUp Beat
April 8, 2019
A Solution to the Dreaded Double Booking of Conference Rooms
Time is money, and when a business can’t manage its time efficiently, the bottom line takes a hit. Schedules and meetings are essential for a business to be organized…
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Jornal de Negócios
February 18, 2019
Austrian couple outpaced the technological results in Madeira
Thomas and Maria Berndorfer were on vacation in Tenerife when they heard a radio program about tax havens in Europe, in particular, the Canary Islands and Madeira …
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Advantage Austria
February 15, 2019
Austrian Support for The Canadian Public And Private Sector
With their Canadian partner Orangutech, Connecting Software has helped to improve business processes and document security across numerous departments and ministries of the Government of Canada.
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Sociedade Desenvolvimento Madeira
February 14, 2019
An IT company in Madeira innovates for the Industrial Internet of Things
The area of machine to machine communication exists under a common name of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Experts say that IIoT is no longer the “next big thing” but the current need of production companies.
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JM
February 14, 2019
“Connecting software” is a high major stake in Madeira
Another international company is betting on Madeira, through the International Business Center. ‘Connecting Software’ operates in the software interaction segment and reckon on services of 12 professionals in the Region.
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Ntech.news
February 11, 2019
From Austria to Madeira, a love affair that changes the life of a company
The island of Madeira has hosted a Connecting Software branch since 2017. It was born with 10 employees and by the end of 2019, it should reach 20. The initial plan aimed only at the creation of a representative office, but …
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JM
November 7, 2018
Six Madeira startups represent Madeira at the Web Summit
Altogether, in this third Portuguese edition of the largest technology conference in Europe, more than 70 thousand visitors and about 20 thousand companies from all over the world are expected. Of these thousands of projects, 6 are Madeiran startups,…
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Nextech
March 3, 2014
The first Slovak partner of Microsoft with Gold competence for Messaging
Connecting Software, was the first Microsoft partner in Slovakia who achieved the highest level of competence in the field of Messaging with the GOLD Partner status.
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