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US energy sector faces critical cybersecurity challenges
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A new report highlights serious cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the U.S. energy sector, with nearly half of breaches stemming from third-party risks.
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Australian IT contractor rates shift, niche skills rise
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A Hays report reveals a shift in Australian IT contractor rates, highlighting rising demand for niche skills like cybersecurity amidst declining generalist rates.
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Progress unveils new IP indexing for Flowmon platform
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Progress has unveiled enhanced features for its Flowmon platform, enabling rapid cyberthreat detection and network troubleshooting.
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How to implement exposure management in complex cyber-physical systems
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As digital transformation heightens cyber-physical connectivity, organisations must adopt effective exposure management strategies to safeguard critical systems.
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CrowdStrike & Fortinet partner to enhance cybersecurity
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CrowdStrike and Fortinet have joined forces to enhance cybersecurity, integrating their leading protection solutions for improved threat detection and response.
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Fastly launches automated DDoS protection service globally
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Fastly has launched its automated DDoS Protection service, enabling organisations to defend against application-layer attacks with a single click.
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Phishing scams use QR codes in PDFs to bypass defences
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Barracuda reveals a surge in QR code phishing attacks, with over 500,000 emails detected in three months, exploiting sensitive data risks.
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AI-driven personas to lead market research data by 2025
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A new report by Qualtrics reveals that AI-generated synthetic personas could account for over half of market research data collection by 2025.
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Observability cuts outage costs for ANZ businesses in 2024
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A new report reveals ANZ businesses face outage costs of USD $2.2 million per hour, highlighting the critical need for full-stack observability in 2024.
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SailPoint unveils new product to secure machine identities
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SailPoint Technologies has launched Machine Identity Security to help businesses manage machine identities effectively amid growing security concerns.
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Dell unveils AI-driven updates for PowerMax storage
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Dell Technologies has launched major updates to its PowerMax storage solution, enhancing AI-driven efficiency, cybersecurity, and multicloud capabilities.
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SailPoint unveils new identity security cloud solution
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SailPoint Technologies has launched its Identity Security Cloud feature, Privileged Task Automation, enabling organisations to enhance security and productivity.
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Cybersecurity experts urge enhanced defence strategies
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As Cyber Awareness Month highlights ongoing risks, experts urge businesses to adopt stronger cybersecurity measures and improve employee training to combat evolving threats.
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Upwind Security unveils feature for safeguarding APIs
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Upwind Security unveils a new feature for its API Security suite, aiding organisations in identifying and securing sensitive data amid rising cyberattacks.
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Socket raises USD $40m to enhance open-source security
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Socket has secured USD $40 million in Series B funding to reinforce its fight against software supply chain security threats, with total capital now at USD $65 million.
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Socket secures USD $40m series B to combat supply threats
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Socket has completed a USD $40 million funding round, aiming to enhance security for open-source software amid rising supply chain attacks.
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Why zero trust is vital in a perimeter-less environment
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As remote working becomes the norm, organisations must prioritise Zero Trust strategies to enhance cybersecurity in a perimeter-less environment.
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Kaseya survey finds human behaviour a top cyber threat
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Kaseya's 2024 Cybersecurity Survey reveals human behaviour as the top concern for IT professionals, affecting 89% of respondents amid rising cyber threats.
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StickmanCyber restructures, hires new talent amid growth
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StickmanCyber has announced a major restructuring with five new senior appointments, aiming to enhance cybersecurity services amid a surge in demand in Australia.
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Trustwave & Dicker Data expand cybersecurity partnership
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Trustwave has expanded its partnership with Dicker Data, enhancing Australian resellers' access to a comprehensive range of cybersecurity services.