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Bitdefender unveils Scamio tool to tackle Discord scams
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Bitdefender has launched Scamio on Discord, a free tool designed to protect users from rising scams on the platform, which has over 200 million monthly users.
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Data breaches cost firms an average of USD $677 million
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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extrahop
A new report from ExtraHop reveals data breaches cost firms an average of USD $677 million, highlighting the severe financial impact on stock prices.
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BlueVoyant report shows decline in supply chain breaches
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
A new study by BlueVoyant reveals 81% of organisations faced supply chain breaches last year, despite advances in third-party risk management efforts.
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Rimini Street expands database security with new features
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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data protection
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digital transformation
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it automation
Rimini Street has enhanced its Advanced Database Security Suite, offering stronger protections for users of Oracle, SAP, and VMware against various vulnerabilities.
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UpGuard launches AI tool to streamline security tasks
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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upguard
UpGuard has launched an AI tool within its Trust Exchange platform to expedite security questionnaire completion, benefiting resource-strapped teams.
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Check Point predicts AI will shape cyber threats by 2025
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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cloud security
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iot security
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phishing
Check Point Software Technologies has forecasted major cybersecurity challenges for 2025, with AI-driven attacks and ransomware a key concern for businesses.
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DeadlyScience & Kinetic IT partner to support STEM education
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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quantum computing
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genai
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ai
A new partnership between DeadlyScience and Kinetic IT aims to enhance STEM education for First Nations students while addressing Australia's tech skills shortage.
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Exclusive: AWS Chief Technologist discusses generative AI, cloud innovations
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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hyperscale
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cx
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martech
AWS's Chief Technologist for Australia and New Zealand, Rada Stanic, discusses advancements in generative AI and its transformative potential for businesses.
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Ping Identity reveals top winners of 2024 excellence awards
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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cx
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blockchain
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martech
Ping Identity has honoured the winners of the 2024 Identity Excellence Awards in Asia Pacific, celebrating outstanding leaders in the identity sector.
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Navigating the evolving landscape of cyber risk management
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
As digital transformation reshapes businesses, enhancing cyber risk management has become essential for protecting critical infrastructure and national interests.
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Qualys Cloud Platform achieves IRAP PROTECTED status
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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cybersecurity
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australian government
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acsc
Qualys' Cloud Platform has been evaluated as 'PROTECTED' by IRAP, affirming its security for sensitive data in Australia's government and critical sectors.
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How TCS is powering the newest global race entrant
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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cleantech
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sustainability
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nsw government
The TCS Sydney Marathon has been officially recognised as an Abbott World Marathon Major, joining a select group alongside marathons in major global cities.
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Kordia strengthens cyber team with two senior hires
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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data protection
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private cloud
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digital transformation
Kordia boosts its Cyber Security business with the appointments of Patric Balmer and Elaine McCarthy to enhance managed services and cloud security.
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Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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malware
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gaming
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advanced persistent threat protection
Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.
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Seeing Machines reports 17% revenue rise to USD $67.6m
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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ai
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financial results
Seeing Machines has reported a 17% revenue increase to USD $67.6 million for the year ending June 2024, buoyed by regulatory trends in transport.
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AI impersonation scam targets ChatGPT subscription users
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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malware
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firewalls
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phishing
Barracuda Networks has uncovered a phishing campaign where attackers impersonated OpenAI, misleading businesses into updating ChatGPT payment details.
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Sovereign Cloud rebrands to AUCyber, launching AUCloud
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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private cloud
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hcm
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cloud services
Sovereign Cloud has rebranded to AUCyber, launching AUCloud and AUCyber to meet Australia’s evolving digital and security needs.
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Aflac wins 2024 CSO award for innovative security project
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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cx
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
Aflac has been awarded the 2024 CSO Award for its innovative Quackcess Granted authentication initiative, enhancing security and customer experience.
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New report reveals persistent API security breaches risk
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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genai
A new Traceable AI report reveals 57% of organisations have suffered API breaches, highlighting significant flaws in current security measures.
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Palo Alto Networks unveils advanced OT security solutions
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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firewalls
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digital transformation
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iot security
Palo Alto Networks has unveiled new security solutions for operational technology to combat rising cyber threats faced by industrial operations.