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I love a sunburnt country – but it’s tough on network gear
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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network infrastructure
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supply chain & logistics
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Deploying network gear in Australia’s harsh environments demands a balance between cost and quality. Businesses seek robust, automated solutions to stay competitive.
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Developer trust in AI tools declines despite increased usage
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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Developer trust in AI tools is waning despite increased usage, with only 43% trusting their accuracy.
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Enhanced cybersecurity measures urged by Software@Scale
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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firewalls
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devops
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siem
Louis Droguett, CEO of Software@Scale, urges firms to bolster cybersecurity with multi-layered approaches as threats from groups like APT40 intensify.
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Yahoo & LiveRamp partner to expand cookieless ad solutions
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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martech
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omnichannel
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advertising
Yahoo DSP and LiveRamp launch cookieless solutions Yahoo ConnectID and Authenticated Traffic Solution globally, enhancing ad relevance for top publishers like News Corp and Seven West Media.
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Kaspersky highlights the critical role of phone numbers in digital security
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Phone numbers are now as crucial as digital fingerprints, warns Kaspersky, urging users to secure them against potential misuse and compromise.
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NormCyber launches Data Protection Risk Assessment service
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
NormCyber unveils a new Data Protection Risk Assessment service to help organisations uncover and fix data privacy gaps, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other regulations.
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Australian cyber security firms to boost Indo-Pacific resilience
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cleantech
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sustainability
AUSCERT, UQ, and IDCARE team up under an Australian Government contract to bolster cyber security support in Papua New Guinea and Fiji through the Cyber and Critical Tech Co-operation Program.
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CrowdStrike outage inspires ongoing discussions on digital resilience
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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The recent CrowdStrike software update caused a global IT outage, disrupting airlines, banks, media, and healthcare, sparking calls for stronger digital infrastructure.
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CrowdStrike outage fuels rise in phishing scams, experts argue
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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ai security
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microsoft
Experts are warning of phishing scams exploiting the CrowdStrike Falcon disruption, urging vigilance against fake fixes targeting impacted systems.
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Commvault appoints Pranay Ahlawat as first CTAIO for AI focus
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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saas
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
Commvault appoints Pranay Ahlawat as its first Chief Technology and AI Officer, aiming to enhance cyber resilience through advanced AI innovations amid rising cyber threats.
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The truth about SD-WAN and how it can support businesses as they digitally transform
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
As businesses embrace digital transformation, SD-WAN provides agile, secure networking solutions, debunking myths about latency and separate security needs.
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Understanding and defending against the dangers of using open-source software
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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virtualisation
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casb
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breach prevention
As businesses increasingly adopt open-source software for its benefits, they face significant security risks. Effective vetting, employee education, and dedicated security solutions are essential to mitigate these dangers.
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Secure Code Warrior launch SCW Trust Agent for secure coding
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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application security
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cybersecurity
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software development
Secure Code Warrior has launched SCW Trust Agent, a new tool that assesses developer security skills for each code commit.
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Bumble introduces reporting for AI-generated profile suspicions
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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ai
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Bumble introduces new tool for users to report AI-generated profiles amidst rising concerns over authenticity and internet love scams in the growing AI-era.
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Global IT outage reveals critical need for business resilience
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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dr
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cloud services
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securityscorecard
A global IT outage on Friday exposed vulnerabilities in digital infrastructure, underscoring the need for enhanced disaster preparedness and resilient IT strategies.
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CrowdStrike outage highlights critical need for disaster planning
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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ai security
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cybersecurity
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business continuity
CrowdStrike's global outage highlights the critical need for disaster preparedness and business continuity, with experts stressing robust recovery plans and clear communication.
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Ransomware recovery costs soar in energy & water sectors
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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encryption
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cybersecurity
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utilities
Sophos reports a fourfold rise in median recovery costs for energy and water sectors to USD $3 million in 2024, highlighting critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.
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F5 Labs report reveals 112% rise in DDoS attacks for 2023
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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europol
F5 Labs' 2024 report unveils a 112% surge in DDoS attacks from 2022 to 2023, with telecom firms hit hardest, seeing a 655% rise in incidents.
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Trend Micro appoints Chris Zamagias to lead ANZ partnerships
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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application security
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cybersecurity
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trend micro
Trend Micro appoints Chris Zamagias as Head of Partnerships and Alliances for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to strengthen channel relationships and enhance cybersecurity.
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ConnectID partners with Refundid to enhance refund process
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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cloud services
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security
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identity verification
ConnectID integrates Refundid, enhancing security and efficiency of refund processes by reducing sensitive data storage, and boosting consumer trust.