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Bitdefender unveils Security Data Lake to cut alert overload

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Bitdefender launches GravityZone Security Data Lake to unify security data, reducing alert overload and cutting costs for organisations facing growing cyber threats.
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New Zealanders urged to act as NZD $1.6 billion lost to scams

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New Zealanders lost NZD $1.6 billion to online scams in 2024; a new digital tool helps assess personal data exposure to prevent further losses.
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Quadient appoints Nina Tatsiy as CIO for global digital growth

Sat, 6th Sep 2025
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Quadient appoints Nina Tatsiy as Chief Information Officer to lead global digital transformation and enhance IT strategy for international growth.
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CCTV to be trialled in 300 childcare centres under AUD $189m plan

Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
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Australia to trial CCTV in 300 childcare centres as part of a AUD $189m plan to boost child safety and improve oversight in early learning settings.
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SEON expands real-time AML suite with AI-driven risk platform

Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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SEON launches AI-powered real-time AML suite, unifying fraud and compliance tools to enhance risk detection and streamline regulatory reporting.
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Qualys expands mROC Partner Alliance to boost global cyber risk

Wed, 7th May 2025
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Qualys expands its managed Risk Operations Centre Partner Alliance globally, enhancing cyber risk management across several regions.
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Cyber crisis comms: Lessons from a PR agency in Auckland

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Impact PR in Auckland advises Indian businesses on cyber crisis comms, emphasising fast, transparent responses to protect trust and reputation amid breaches.
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EASM vs vulnerability scanning: What’s the difference?

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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As organisations navigate a growing digital landscape, understanding the differences between external attack surface management and vulnerability management is crucial.
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Exclusive: Businesses face growing challenges in managing unstructured data

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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As unstructured data burgeons, businesses grapple with escalating challenges in governance, security, and costs, as experts urge immediate action to manage it effectively.
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Kolsquare launches carbon footprint tool for influencers

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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Kolsquare has launched a pioneering tool to measure the carbon footprint of influencer marketing, aiming to tackle the significant emissions of the burgeoning industry.
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KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus

Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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On Data Privacy Day, KnowBe4 offers vital tips for individuals and organisations to enhance data security and regain control over personal information.
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You need to see your attack surface if you want to manage it

Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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As the complexities of corporate IT environments expand, cybersecurity experts warn that organisations must effectively identify their attack surface to enhance protection.
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Data protection importance grows with AI & digital twins

Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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The rise of AI and digital twins heightens the relevance of Data Protection Day, urges Jon Fielding of Apricorn, as personal data faces growing threats.
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Tinybeans urges parents to rethink photo sharing online

Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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Tinybeans warns parents against oversharing children's photos online, highlighting privacy risks linked to AI technologies amid growing safety concerns.
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Identity Digital & LinkedIn introduce custom domain offer

Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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Identity Digital has teamed up with LinkedIn Premium to provide users with tools to enhance their online identities, including a website and custom domain.
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Protect your mini-me: How to prevent child identity theft

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Worried about child identity theft? Our guide offers 10 steps on how to prevent child identity theft so you can safeguard your little one’s future.
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KnowBe4 warns of North Korean fake employee hiring scam

Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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KnowBe4 warns of North Korean fake employee scam; firm thwarted a sophisticated cyber-attack just 25 minutes after a fraudulent hire accessed company systems.
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Consumer concern over posthumous digital identity theft grows

Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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A Kaspersky survey reveals 61% of consumers fear posthumous digital identity theft, highlighting ethical concerns and privacy issues in the digital age.
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Peter Birks appointed new CEO of Velstar, succeeds Dan Sheard

Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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Peter Birks has been named CEO of Velstar, with founder Dan Sheard transitioning to focus on growth and partnerships. Velstar projects a revenue of GBP £10 million for 2024.
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Chatloop becomes experiences partner for Co-op Live arena

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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Chatloop has become the official shared experiences partner for Co-op Live, leveraging its technology to enhance live event interactions in the UK.