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John Donovan stories

John Donovan is a prolific writer with a keen interest in cybersecurity and technological advancements. His articles often explore the impact of digital technologies on businesses and society, with a particular focus on how organisations can enhance their security postures to fight against cyber threats. His insights cover a range of topics including the expansion of cybersecurity solutions within Australian markets, the role of digital identity in smart cities, and the challenges faced in securing the Internet of Things (IoT).

Donovan's writing not only sheds light on the technical aspects of cybersecurity but also delves into the strategic responses by corporations to emerging threats. He examines the growing importance of cyber insurance and how CEOs are navigating new market environments through secure digital sharing. By highlighting specific instances, such as data center operations and corporate strategies in companies like Sophos and Ingram Micro, Donovan effectively communicates the critical need for robust cybersecurity frameworks in today's tech-driven world.

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Cysurance & Sophos expand cyber protection program to Australia
Last week
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firewalls
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data protection
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ransomware
Cysurance partners with Sophos to bring its successful US cyber protection program to Australia, offering enhanced ransomware protection and cyber-insurance policies.
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A dangerous game of hide and seek
Mon, 31st Oct 2022
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
A recent report by Sophos shows that cybercrooks are hiding (or dwelling) in the networks of smaller businesses for much longer than their larger counterparts.
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Cyber insurance. A changing of the guard.
Thu, 15th Sep 2022
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
The threat of cyberattacks on Australian businesses is increasing as cybercriminals outsmart security defences.
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Cybersecurity starts with education
Tue, 10th May 2022
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
In 2021, 80% of Australian organisations responding to the Sophos State of Ransomware study reported being hit by ransomware.
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Ingram Micro Australia adds Sophos cybersecurity solutions to portfolio
Wed, 6th Oct 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Ingram Micro Australia expands its cybersecurity portfolio with the addition of Sophos products and threat response services.
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Ingram Micro onboards Sophos to Cybersecurity Solution Unit
Tue, 24th Aug 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Ingram Micro NZ is expanding its partnership with Sophos to bring their cybersecurity solutions into its Cybersecurity Solution Unit.
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Sophos brings Sydney data center online
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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network infrastructure
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firewalls
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hyperscale
The data center, which is hosted entirely by AWS, will provide additional support for customers using the Sophos range of cybersecurity products.
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CEOs see secure digital sharing as the route to growth in new markets
Thu, 25th Feb 2016
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digital transformation
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accenture
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digital age
CEOs pin growth on secure digital sharing, pushing for safe and frictionless user experiences in the face of market shifts.
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Why digital identity is the key to truly smart cities
Fri, 11th Dec 2015
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smart cities
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iot
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forgerock
There’s no doubt the rise of the Internet of Things is fundamentally changing the way we interact with the world around us.
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The Internet of Things will fail if security has no context
Wed, 25th Nov 2015
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data analytics
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martech
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iot
It’s not just about protecting IoT devices but the entire ecosystem, from the customer to the partner, the cloud and everything else in between.
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VMware's John Donovan forges new role at ForgeRock
Tue, 10th Nov 2015
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it automation
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forgerock
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Forgerock has snapped up former VMware ANZ channel boss John Donovan, as the identity management provider seeks to accelerate its regionalj expansion.