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SoftIron revolutionises cloud with HyperCloud system
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cloud services
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storage
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edutech
SoftIron revolutionises private cloud infrastructure with its new HyperCloud offering, promising universal scalability.
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HID & Olea Kiosks launch collaboration on facial recognition tech
Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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cloud services
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biometrics
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nac
HID and Olea Kiosks, provider of self-service kiosks, collaborate on an initiative to revolutionise user experience for multi-industry access control.
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HID & Olea Kiosks merge for advanced facial recognition solutions
Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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cloud services
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biometrics
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it in healthcare
HID teams up with Olea Kiosks to offer a revolutionary user experience by integrating facial recognition technology in access control and authentication across various industries.
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Unprecedented surge in critical infrastructure cyberattacks
Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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network infrastructure
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iot
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cybersecurity
A shocking 30% increase in attacks on critical infrastructures was recorded in 2023, resulting in over 420 million incidents.
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Bridewell collaborates with Microsoft on Security Copilot development
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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oil and gas
UK cybersecurity firm, Bridewell, is teaming up with Microsoft to refine their Security Copilot product, leveraging AI technology to enhance cyber defence capabilities.
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Kinetic IT secures major government contract for digital transformation
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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network management
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
Australia's Kinetic IT lands a $23 million three-year contract with the Federal Department of Infrastructure, set to support nationwide digital transformation with new tech services.
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UK landline digital switchover summons connectivity fears
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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digital literacy
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connectivity
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government
UK landline switchover to digital could jeopardise safety of 95% of those over 65, according to disability and elderly advocacy groups urging for delay until 2030.
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Australia's cybersecurity plans overlooked smart home devices, expert warns
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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edutech
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power / energy
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renewable energy
Cybersecurity expert Leon Poggioli believes Australia's proposed cybersecurity law reforms need to pay more heed to smart home devices like solar inverters, crucial for grid stability.
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Gallagher Security appoints Merv Williams as new Chief Marketing Officer
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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partner programmes
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cmo
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nz
Merv Williams steps up as Chief Marketing Officer at global security firm Gallagher Security, aiming to accelerate growth and improve brand visibility in global markets including the UK, Europe, and IMEA.
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UK hailed as Europe's most advanced digital economy
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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microsoft
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government
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google
A new report from the Computer and Communications Industry Association highlights the UK as Europe's leading digital economy, hosting major tech enterprises and attracting USD $30bn in 2022 tech-sector VC investment.
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Private networks: The key to leverage 5G technology
Thu, 11th Jan 2024
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smartphones
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cloud services
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network infrastructure
Private 5G networks are transforming digital connectivity across industries in capacities, from healthcare to manufacturing, by supporting secure, agile and efficient operational functions.
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IGEL redefines enterprise endpoint security with innovative model
Sat, 6th Jan 2024
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saas
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microsoft
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daas
IGEL new Preventative Security Model aims to redefine secure enterprise endpoints and boost Zero Trust, with a showcase due at upcoming IGEL DISRUPT 24 forum.
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LINX expands Azure Peering partnership with Microsoft in US
Thu, 4th Jan 2024
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microsoft
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voip
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contact centre
The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has expanded its US partnership with Microsoft, launching Azure Peering Service at LINX NoVA for enhanced public Microsoft cloud services connectivity.
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Finance Minister Willis calls for fiscal transparency
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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nz
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labour party
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government
Finance minister, Nicola Willis, proposes new fiscal measures aimed to boost transparency while criticising the previous government's management strategies.
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Growing cyber crime rate boosts next-gen firewall market growth
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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cloud services
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firewall
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public cloud
Due to rising cyber crime, the next-gen firewall market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.48% between 2021 and 2028, per a Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence study.
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5G network security market to reach $16 billion by 2028
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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firewall
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
A surge in cyber threats spurs 5G network security market's colossal growth to reach USD16 billion by 2028, a new study reveals.
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Government births, deaths and marriages IT project halted
Fri, 22nd Dec 2023
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microsoft
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open source
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dia
RNZ understands multiple deadlines have been missed after officials tried to buy an off-the-shelf system and customise it.
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UK businesses call for increased government investment in AI sector
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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data protection
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ai
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customer service
43% of UK businesses call for increased government investment in the artificial intelligence sector, reveals Zoho survey.
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Safetica partners with Kaira to boost data security in APAC region
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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bi
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big data
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dlp
Safetica forms strategic alliance with Kaira to enhance data security solutions and cater to increasing cybersecurity needs in the APAC region.
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OpenUK announces speaker lineup for State of Open Con 24
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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cloud services
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public cloud
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fintech
OpenUK reveals speaker roster of over 140 leading tech, open source, law, and policy experts for SOOCon24 conference. .
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Tū Ātea fully acquires Broadtech in strategic telecoms industry move
Tue, 19th Dec 2023
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testing
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network infrastructure
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it training
Tū Ātea completes the full acquisition of Broadtech Group in a strategic move to strengthen its telecoms and broadcasting services.
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Cybersecurity firm Group-IB tracks major new threat actor GambleForce
Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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south korea
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cios
Threat actor GambleForce has struck 24 organisations in 8 countries in 3 months, exploiting SQL vulnerabilities to steal sensitive data.
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Natalie Legg becomes A23's CEO in strategic leadership reshuffle
Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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culture
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a23
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government
Natalie Legg named CEO of A23 in leadership shake-up aimed at improving diversity and driving growth.
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Australian business increasingly seek cybersecurity services
Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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data protection
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nz
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government
Cybersecurity firm Tesserent reports a notable rise in demand for services from Australian company directors and boards.