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Ericsson unveils new routers to boost AI & IoT connectivity
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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network infrastructure
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smart cities
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digital signage
Ericsson has unveiled Cradlepoint R980 and S400 routers, designed to enhance AI-driven and IoT connectivity, featuring seamless integration with NetCloud for robust security.
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Study reveals CMOs lack understanding of generative AI potential
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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edutech
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it training
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data analytics
A global study by SAS and Coleman Parkes reveals 90% of CMOs lack an understanding of GenAI’s potential, even as 90% plan to invest in it by 2025.
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Microsoft, Adobe issue critical patches to fix Zero-day flaws
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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martech
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microsoft
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adobe
Both Microsoft and Adobe have released critical security updates this month, prioritising Zero-day vulnerabilities. Users are urged to apply these patches immediately to protect against potential threats.
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AI-driven cybercrime spikes in Australia & NZ, warns Trend Micro
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
AI-driven cybercrime surges in Australia and NZ, warns Trend Micro; thousands of attacks detected, leveraging AI to breach security defences.
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Gen report reveals sharp rise in AI-powered cyberattacks
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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ransomware
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ai
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cybersecurity
Gen's Q2/2024 Threat Report reveals a dramatic 46% rise in cyberattacks, driven by sophisticated AI scams and ransomware, with over a billion attacks thwarted monthly.
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Australian law firms ill-equipped for rising cyber threats
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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law
Australian law firms are critically underprepared for escalating cyber threats, with over half citing cyber security as their main challenge.
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Kaspersky: Cyberattacks on young gamers surge by 30%
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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phishing
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email security
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ai
Cyberattacks targeting young gamers surged by 30% in the first half of 2024, with 132,000 users affected, highlights a new Kaspersky report.
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CyberArk leads 2024 Gartner PAM Quadrant for sixth year
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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pam
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multi-cloud
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passwordless
CyberArk named a leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Privileged Access Management for the sixth year, excelling in Completeness of Vision.
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i-PRO strengthens AI governance with new ethics committee
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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ai
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ai ethics
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edge ai
i-PRO has unveiled a comprehensive AI governance framework and launched an AI Ethics Committee to ensure responsible development and use of AI technologies.
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Armis hires Christina Kemper to lead international expansion
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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saas
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digital transformation
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cybersecurity
Armis appoints Christina Kemper as Vice President of International to drive global sales growth and partnerships across EMEA and Asia Pacific.
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BeyondTrust named leader in Gartner’s 2024 PAM Magic Quadrant
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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pam
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cybersecurity
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it services
BeyondTrust clinches a spot in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Privileged Access Management, marking its sixth consecutive year as a leader.
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Tenable launches AI Aware to tackle escalating AI security risks
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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data protection
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application security
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apm
As AI adoption surges, Tenable launches AI Aware to tackle cybersecurity risks in AI applications, offering proactive measures to safeguard data and systems.
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Apple iPhone 16 launch triggers wave of scams – Kaspersky
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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phishing
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email security
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personal computing devices
Apple's iPhone 16 launch has cybercriminals posing as early pre-order sites. Kaspersky warns of scams leading to financial losses and stolen personal data.
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Barbara Larson joins SentinelOne as Chief Financial Officer
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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saas
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it automation
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cybersecurity
SentinelOne appoints Barbara Larson as CFO to spearhead global financial operations. With over 25 years of SaaS expertise, Larson aims to bolster growth and profitability.
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Genetec unveils cloud-based Operations Center for security teams
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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physical security
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collaboration
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kpis
Genetec has launched Operations Center, a cloud-based solution to enhance security teams' task management and collaboration.
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Former ReFirm Labs CEO joins NetRise as senior VP
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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iot
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Terry Dunlap joins NetRise as Senior VP of Corporate Strategy and Development, bringing valuable cybersecurity expertise to bolster innovation and growth.
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SAP Concur highlights complexities in return on investment in AI
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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ai
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sap
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accounts payable
Businesses must navigate complexities to unlock the ROI in AI and automation, focusing on data management, security, and strategic implementation.
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Zscaler launches new co-located data centre in Perth
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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hyperscale
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dc
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advanced persistent threat protection
Zscaler has launched a brand new data centre in Perth to enhance Zero Trust cybersecurity measures, boosting performance and support for Australian customers.
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BlueVoyant study shows MDR services offer 210% ROI & cost savings
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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security posture
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mdr
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bluevoyant
BlueVoyant's MDR services achieve 210% ROI and USD $3.9M NPV over three years, per Forrester Consulting. Benefits include reduced alerts, faster resolutions, and cost savings.
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Trustwave highlights critical cyber threats to financial services
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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ransomware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Trustwave's latest reports unveil growing cryptocurrency and ransomware threats in financial services, highlight the urgency of combating phishing-as-a-service and insider threats.