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Check Point hailed leader in cloud security by GigaOm
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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cloud security
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application security
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cloud protection
Check Point’s CloudGuard solution has been named a Leader in three GigaOm Radar categories, highlighting its unified approach to cloud security and AI-driven capabilities.
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DeepSeek models spark global regulatory & privacy debates
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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data privacy
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ai
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cybersecurity
DeepSeek's new models, V3 and R1, have sparked discussions around security and privacy, leading Tenable to issue an FAQ addressing potential concerns.
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Deepfake threat: Only 0.1% can spot AI-generated fakes
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
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misinformation
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iproov
Research from iProov reveals a staggering 99.9% of consumers struggle to recognise deepfakes, raising alarms over identity fraud and misinformation.
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Palo Alto Networks launches AI-powered Cortex Cloud platform
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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cloud security
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application security
Palo Alto Networks has unveiled its new AI-powered Cortex Cloud platform, enhancing real-time security for cloud environments amid rising cybersecurity threats.
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Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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endpoint protection
Gen's Q4 2024 Threat Report reveals a staggering 2.55 billion cyber threats were blocked, with 321 threats emerging every second, highlighting alarming trends in online fraud.
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Kaspersky report reveals disparity in IT security staffing
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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it training
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cybersecurity
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smb
Kaspersky's 2024 report reveals stark contrasts in IT security staffing, with SMBs employing 33% security personnel versus 22% in larger firms, highlighting resource challenges.
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RMIT offers free IT diploma for women in Victoria 2025
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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e-learning
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cybersecurity
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it industry
RMIT has confirmed that its free Diploma of Information Technology for women and gender diverse individuals will continue in 2025, bolstered by government funding.
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The zero-sum game: Balancing data privacy and analytics
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
Government agencies face a challenging dilemma as they attempt to harness AI innovation while safeguarding citizens' data privacy amid rising breach concerns in Australia.
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Victorian Government strengthens cybersecurity with new deal
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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data protection
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supply chain & logistics
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data privacy
The Victorian Government has partnered with Sparx Solutions and ProcessUnity to enhance third-party risk management and bolster cybersecurity across its departments.
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Why bridging the connected care gap is mission-critical to the future of Australian healthcare
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
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api
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genai
Bridging the connected care gap is vital for Australia's healthcare future, aiming to foster seamless data flow and enhance patient outcomes through interoperability.
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AI-enhanced security tools unveiled by Check Point Software
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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Check Point Software Technologies has introduced AI-powered security upgrades to combat a surge in cyberattacks across the Asia-Pacific region, averaging 2,915 weekly attacks.
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Virsae completes IRAP & ISM Essential Eight assessments
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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data protection
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
Virsae has enhanced its cybersecurity platform by completing the Australian Infosec Registered Assessors Program and ISM Essential Eight assessments.
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IoT cybersecurity devices to double to 28 billion by 2028
Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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iot
A Juniper Research study forecasts the number of Internet of Things devices protected by cybersecurity will double to 28 billion by 2028, amid rising complexity.
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How purpose-built AI transforms CX strategies
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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partner programmes
Advanced AI technology is revolutionising customer experience strategies, enabling organisations to tailor services and boost efficiency in competitive markets.
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Case Study: Macquarie University's journey to a future-proof digital infrastructure
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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uc
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digital transformation
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telco
Macquarie University has modernised its digital infrastructure in partnership with CommScope, enhancing reliability and scalability to meet evolving educational demands.
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Genetec launches AutoVu Cloudrunner in Australia & NZ
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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law enforcement
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data security
Genetec has launched AutoVu Cloudrunner, a cloud-based vehicle investigation system aimed at enhancing public safety in Australia and New Zealand.
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Genetec completes IRAP assessment for cloud security in Oz
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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physical security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Genetec gains essential IRAP assessment from CyberCX, enhancing its cloud security solutions for Australian government agencies and critical infrastructure.
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Barracuda reports fourfold rise in ransomware threats 2024
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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ransomware
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phishing
A report by Barracuda Networks reveals a staggering fourfold rise in ransomware threats in 2024, driven by the proliferation of Ransomware-as-a-Service platforms.
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Okta identity platforms meet Australia's PROTECTED criteria
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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data protection
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okta
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australian government
Okta has passed an independent security review of its identity platforms, Auth0 and Okta, now meeting Australia's PROTECTED classification standard.
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Builder.ai partners with CyberArk to enhance cloud security
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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data protection
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pam
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cloud security
Builder.ai has partnered with CyberArk to bolster cloud security, automating identity access across its multi-cloud set-up for enhanced user protection.