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Barracuda report explores challenges in managing cyber risks
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cyber risk
Barracuda Networks' new report reveals business struggles in tackling cyber risk, with less than half of respondents confident in their risk management capabilities.
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John Griffin steps in as Logicalis Australia's new CTO
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digital transformation
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John Griffin joins Logicalis Australia as their new CTO, armed with a chief technology vision to drive innovation and operational efficiency in a rapidly evolving IT landscape.
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DigiCert recruits seasoned CMO Atri Chatterjee in quest for $1bn revenue
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quantum computing
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Digital trust leader DigiCert bolsters executive leadership with new CMO Atri Chatterjee, adding to its ambitious drive to reach over $1bn in annual recurring revenue.
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Exclusive: How Darktrace is tackling AI-driven cybersecurity
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Interview: Tony Jarvis, Director at Darktrace, discusses the company's innovative approach to AI-driven cybersecurity, benefiting over 9,000 global clients.
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Global CIO study shows AI adoption is a pressing issue
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digital transformation
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lenovo
Lenovo's global CIO study shows that while the desire to adopt AI technologies is stronger than ever, businesses face significant challenges.
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Australians show interest in using AI for online dating
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norton
Over 50% of Australian online daters show interest in using AI to enhance their dating experience and avoid scams, according to a Norton survey.
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New Zealand online daters turn to AI for love amid increased scams
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email security
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ai
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online dating
More than half of New Zealand's online daters are open to using AI as a dating coach, despite increasing risks such as dating scams, reveals Norton's Cyber Safety Insights Report 2024.
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Open source vulnerabilities will hamper the next generation of the web
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Open source flaws threaten to destabilise the development of new web innovations, such as Web 3.0 and the metaverse, according to a survey by global content management system provider, Forrit.
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AI tools linked to data exposure in 1 in 5 UK organisations
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20% of UK businesses suffer data exposure linked to internal AI tool use, according to a new survey from cybersecurity firm RiverSafe.
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Public sector leaders champion digital experiences
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automation
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A new survey reveals 92% of public sector leaders emphasise the crucial role of seamless digital experiences in supporting their agency's mission and competitiveness.
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AI & ML form critical defence against digital deception
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AI and machine learning form the vanguard of defence against increasingly sophisticated, AI-enhanced digital scams.
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Telegram users targeted in cryptocurrency scam, Kaspersky reports
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As Telegram's cryptocurrency, Toncoin, gains popularity, Kaspersky researchers warn of a scam exploiting users through false 'earning programs', causing irreversible losses.
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Survey reveals internet chaos could hinder transition to Web 3.0
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digital banking
On its 31st anniversary, concerns plague the World Wide Web's transition to Web 3.0 and the metaverse, with businesses citing chaotic internet conditions as a key barrier.
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Autodesk introduces Australian data storage for Construction Cloud products
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Autodesk has launched a regional data storage option in Australia for selected Construction Cloud products, offering customers choice for primary project data storage location.
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Connectivity Innovation Network publishes whitepaper on Australia's digital divide
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digital divide
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digital inclusion
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connectivity
The Connectivity Innovation Network's inaugural whitepaper explores challenges and innovative solutions to achieving ubiquitous connectivity across Australia, particularly in rural regions.
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Cradlepoint launches rapid-deploy secure network solution NetCloud SASE
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malware
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cloud services
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physical security
Cradlepoint, an Ericsson division, unveils its revolutionising single vendor Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution, NetCloud SASE, promising agile and secure network deployment in six minutes.
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Noel Leeming launches tech trade-in scheme across New Zealand
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Noel Leeming launches a trade-in scheme allowing New Zealand customers to exchange old electronics for gift cards, promoting both sustainability and affordable tech upgrades.
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AMTA launches site to aid Australians in 3G network shutdown
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telco
The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association launches a site to guide users for the looming 3G network shutdown.
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Beyond the CVE: Illuminating inherent security issues in device configuration
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breach prevention
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network infrastructure
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cybersecurity
Beyond the CVE addresses how neglecting device misconfigurations can exacerbate vulnerabilities and risk breaches, demanding constant scrutiny and remediation.
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Appian & AWS partnership to enhance AI in enterprise processes
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Appian partners with Amazon Web Services to integrate generative AI into enterprise workflows using AWS's Amazon Bedrock and Sagemaker, bolstering data security and compliance.
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Customers vs banks - Where should the buck stop in preventing finance scams?
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As cybercrime rates surge, Australia's major banks grapple with responsibility for preventing financial scams, prompting critical discourse on customer versus bank account protection roles.
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Becca Toth becomes Senior VP & CMO at Hyland
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Becca Toth steps into the key role of Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at global tech firm Hyland, drawing on her decades of industry experience to amplify growth and global expansion.
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Over 50s in Britain lead in embracing renewable energy
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Nearly half of Britons over 50 are keen to use renewable energy, driven by environmental concerns, exceeding interest among under-25s, Solar Together research reveals.
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'Junk gun' ransomware: New low-cost cyber threat targets SMBs
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network security
Emerging research from cybersecurity firm Sophos reveals that unsophisticated 'junk gun' ransomware presents a new threat, primarily to small and medium businesses.