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Okta attains IRAP security status for Australian government use

Okta, a leading identity partner, achieves an IRAP-protected-level assessment, strengthening the Australian Government's trust in modern Identity solutions by reinforcing security against cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jan 2024

Global Stories

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IoT Security

PQShield shrinks post-quantum crypto for tiny devices

PQShield unveils a lean post-quantum crypto library running in under 5KB RAM, targeting billions of memory-starved embedded devices.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2026

Data Protection

DeepKeep launches PII guardrail to secure enterprise AI

DeepKeep unveils a PII guardrail inside its AI Firewall to redact and block personal data in enterprise AI prompts, outputs and workflows.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 31st Dec 2025

Digital Transformation

Appian named leader for digital process automation by Forrester

Appian has been named a leader in Forrester's Q3 2025 Digital Process Automation report, praised for its AI integration and scalable automation platform.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025

Artificial Intelligence

SolarWinds boosts PostgreSQL support with enhanced DPA 2024.2

SolarWinds enhances DPA with AI insights, adding robust PostgreSQL support to streamline and de-risk enterprise database management, driving business success.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024

Artificial Intelligence

'Arty' AI capabilities revolutionise GBTEC's business process management

GBTEC unveils 'Arty', a novel AI technology set to revolutionise business process transformation with innovative features.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024

EduTech

IWD 2024: From Chennai to California: What I've learned from a lifetime in STEM

Gayathri Natarajan, a Program Manager at Synopsys Inc, shares her journey from Chennai to California as she explores the significance of STEM in her life and role as a female empowerment advocate.

By Gayathri Natarajan • 6 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024

Digital Signage

James Berry named new APAC managing director at Diversified

James Berry joins global technology solutions provider, Diversified, as new managing director of APAC. The former Atos MD brings 30+ years of experience across technology and financial services sectors.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024

Robotic Process Automation

Kissflow rated 'Strong Performer' in Forrester low-code platform report

Kissflow, the low-code platform aimed at citizen developers, garners a Strong Performer accolade in The Forrester Wave's latest review, notably excelling within the developer experience category.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024

Marketing Technologies

PPRO confirms key appointments ahead of new growth era

Digital payment leader PPRO appoints Eelco Dettingmeijer, ex-Nuvei exec, as CCO and Mariette Ferreira as CMO to guide the firm through an anticipated growth period.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Feb 2024

Omdia

Zayo Group's near-net expansion to boost 100G connectivity in Western Europe

Zayo Group's announced near-net expansion will significantly enhance 100G connectivity for thousands of businesses in Western Europe, offering high-speed network alternatives and facilitating swift adoption of innovative technologies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2024

Firewalls

Exclusive Networks enhances UK presence with RUCKUS

Exclusive Networks expands into the UK and Ireland through a strategic partnership with innovative connectivity solutions provider, RUCKUS Networks.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Phare Health secures £2.5m seed funding to innovate fintech tools for hospitals

London-based Phare Health has secured £2.5m in seed funding to develop AI-driven fintech tools aimed at improving financial management in hospitals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2023

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Data Protection

UK councils report 12,700 data breaches with GBP £268,000 paid

UK Metropolitan Councils reported over 12,700 data breaches in three years, paying more than GBP £268,000 in compensation claims.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025

Data Protection

43% of organisations struggle with cybersecurity compliance

Navigating the complexities of cybersecurity laws, 44% of firms struggle with compliance, reveals Infosecurity Europe. Experts set to address solutions at 2024 meet.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024

EduTech

Digital poverty impacts one-fifth of UK's children, reveals Deloitte study

New research from Deloitte and the Digital Poverty Alliance reveals that 20% of UK children are suffering from the effects of digital inequality, exacerbated by ongoing economic uncertainty.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024

EduTech

Digital Poverty Alliance warns of rising UK digital divide

DPA warns incoming UK government of escalating digital poverty, with an estimated 19 million, including one in seven adults and one in five children, suffering from the issue.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2024

Government

UK landline digital switchover summons connectivity fears

UK landline switchover to digital could jeopardise safety of 95% of those over 65, according to disability and elderly advocacy groups urging for delay until 2030.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024