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WatchGuard strengthens leadership team with three new executives
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
WatchGuard Technologies enhances its leadership, appointing Derek Maggiacomo, Rich Workman, and Karen Ray to drive focus on MSPs. CEO promotes a partner-first vision.
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Microsoft outage exposes need for advanced security measures
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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microsoft
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outlook
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cyberark
Microsoft's 365 Office and cloud services suffered major outages, sparking calls for AI-powered tech to combat growing DDoS attacks and misconfigurations.
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Fastly partners with Nueva to enhance cybersecurity in Australia
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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firewalls
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devops
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network security
Fastly appoints Nueva as its first managed security partner in Australia, aiming to enhance web protection for public and private sectors with high-performance solutions.
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Commvault integrates enhanced backup for Microsoft 365 platform
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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microsoft
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collaboration
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commvault
Commvault has upgraded its Cloud Backup and Recovery service for Microsoft 365, introducing new features to enhance cyber resilience and streamline recovery processes for enterprise clients.
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Sysdig launches AI-driven security analyst, Sysdig Sage
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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cloud security
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application security
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cnapp
Sysdig has launched Sysdig Sage, an AI security analyst to enhance cloud security response times and capabilities with generative AI and autonomous agents.
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Cybercriminals exploit CrowdStrike outage with fake support sites
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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malware
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Cybercriminals capitalised on a CrowdStrike Falcon outage by creating over 180 fake support websites, targeting 8.5 million affected devices worldwide.
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Plenti adopts NAB's PayTo for faster loan repayments
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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fintech
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cx
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martech
Fintech lender Plenti integrates NAB's Pay by Bank solution to offer PayTo transactions, enhancing loan repayment options with real-time, secure payments.
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Global ransomware attacks drop in June as law enforcement intensifies
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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ransomware
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healthtech
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microsoft
Global ransomware attacks dropped below this year's average in June for the first time in 2024, with 331 incidents amid increased law enforcement pressure.
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McAfee & Samsung extend AI-driven mobile security partnership
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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phishing
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email security
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casb
McAfee extends its decade-long partnership with Samsung to bolster online security on new mobile devices, leveraging AI to tackle growing phishing threats.
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Bitdefender warns of fake GTA VI beta ads spreading malware
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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malware
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gaming
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ransomware
Bitdefender has uncovered a cyber campaign exploiting the hype around GTA VI, using fake Facebook ads to distribute malware disguised as a game beta installer.
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Akamai report reveals 65% rise in API & app attacks in APJ
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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application security
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cybersecurity
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elections
Akamai's latest report reveals a 65% hike in web attacks on APIs and applications in APJ, peaking in June 2024 with 4.8 billion incidents.
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Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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devops
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digital entertainment
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apm
Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.
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GenAI tools amplify online fraud risks, report reveals
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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genai
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collaboration
A new Transmit Security report reveals generative AI is fuelling a surge in dark web fraud, with accessible tools like FraudGPT boosting online scam capabilities.
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Protecting against the cost and impact of cyber crime
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
Australian companies face a rising tide of cybercrime, with 47% hit by attacks last year, costing an average of AUD $4.1 million in damages and disruptions.
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Digital Workplace Conference Australia 2024 returns to Sydney
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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ai agents
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copilots
One of the most anticipated conferences, The Digital Workplace Conference Australia, is returning to Sydney, from 31 July to 1 August.
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How CFOs can work with human resources and IT teams through cross-functional collaboration
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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hcm
Modern CFOs now collaborate closely with HR and IT teams, driving strategy and organisational growth while facing economic pressures and talent challenges.
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From cybersecurity, to personalisation and AI: How are retailers investing in new FY?
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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data protection
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cx
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martech
Retailers are gearing up for the new financial year with increased investments in cyber security, personalisation, and artificial intelligence to boost growth.
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Exclusive: UiPath's Ed Challis on AI adoption, future strategies
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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cx
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martech
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genai
UiPath's Ed Challis reveals how the company is driving AI adoption, tackling challenges, and shaping future strategies to integrate AI into diverse businesses.
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Qualys unveils TruRisk Eliminate to streamline cybersecurity
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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ransomware
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
Qualys launches TruRisk Eliminate, a novel solution aimed at addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities without solely relying on patching, enhancing protection.
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Norton unveils new VPN plans to enhance security & privacy
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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smartphones
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physical security
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data privacy
Norton has launched three new VPN plans aimed at enhancing security and privacy for individuals, couples, and families, addressing modern cyber threats.