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Rising fraudulent ads on search engines prompt calls for vigilance
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malware
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martech
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seo
Rising instances of fraudulent software ads on search engines lead to heightened scrutiny and calls for user vigilance, warns cybersecurity firm Oxylabs.
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Action1 unveils 'Patching That Just Works' for superior network security
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firewall
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cloud services
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network security
Action1 Corporation unveils 'Patching That Just Works', an updated platform feature striving for a 99% success rate in patch deployment, responding to user feedback for a reliable, user-centric solution.
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Visa's AI technology thwarts $714m fraud in Australia
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cloud services
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ransomware
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phishing
Visa's AI-powered fraud solution has blocked $714m in attempted scams in Australia, over double the previous year's figure.
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Rapid7 launches Managed Digital Risk Protection service
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dr
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cloud services
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advanced persistent threat protection
Rapid7, renowned for risk and threat detection, introduces Managed Digital Risk Protection service to proactively neutralise cyber threats.
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AI uptake rises in financial services despite data challenges
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big data
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data analytics
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bi
UK and US financial services and insurance firms are increasingly embracing AI, however, data silos and operational risk concerns are impeding widespread application, says an EXL study.
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Channel partners perceive EU's NIS2 directive as revenue opportunity
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edutech
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managed services
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gdpr
93% of channel partners see upcoming EU cybersecurity directive NIS2 as a revenue-growing opportunity, according to a survey by global tech provider Westcon-Comstor.
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Exposure management: a strategic ally in essential eight cybersecurity resilience
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
In response to the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, the Australian Signals Directorate has revised its Essential Eight Maturity Model (E8MM), incorporating exposure management to proactively identify and prioritise risks, aiding businesses in effectively defending against cyber attacks.
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Qualys expands CyberSecurity Asset Management with real-time identification
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cloud services
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iot
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casb
Qualys bolsters its CyberSecurity Asset Management with real-time identification of untrusted devices, providing complete internal attack surface coverage and reinforcing its status as an industry leader.
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Orbus Software's flagship platform skyrockets by 56% in 2023
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digital transformation
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saas
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apac
Orbus Software's flagship SaaS platform, OrbusInfinity, grew by a staggering 56% in 2023, bolstering profitability and debt refinancing one quarter ahead of schedule.
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Claroty appoints Derek Phillips as new Chief Revenue Officer
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cloud services
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cyber-physical system security firm, Claroty, appoints industry veteran, Derek Phillips, as Chief Revenue Officer amidst continued company growth surpassing $100 million in annual recurring revenue.
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Risky AI & bots manipulate markets, warn UK finance professionals
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compliance
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ai
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financial literacy
94% of senior UK finance professionals consider AI-driven market manipulation an impending threat, as bots harbour potential to covertly disrupt trading, cites a study by eflow Global.
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SentinelOne boosts AI-powered threat-hunting with new WatchTower features
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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cloud services
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advanced persistent threat protection
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threat intelligence
SentinelOne boosts its AI-enabled WatchTower threat-hunting services with new features, helping businesses combat increasingly complex cyber attacks with machine speed effectiveness.
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Dow Jones launches pioneering investment screening tool with BIGTXN
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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fintech
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compliance
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s&p dow jones
Dow Jones Risk and Compliance unveils Risk and Compliance Financial Instruments, a cutting-edge solution for optimising pre- and post-trade investment screening amid an increasingly complex regulatory environment.
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Strengthening cybersecurity: The rise of the Security Assurance Officer
Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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cybersecurity
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cso / ciso
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cios
Through risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and simulated cyberattacks, SAOs provide real-time insights into an organisation's security resilience.
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Five ways to improve risk management through effective process automation
Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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data protection
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app development
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workflow automation
Automation allows for real-time monitoring and reporting of operational activities, enabling businesses to identify and address risks promptly.
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Nozomi Networks launches industry-first wireless spectrum sensor for OT & IoT security
Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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iot security
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
Leading provider of Ops Technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) security Nozomi Networks has launched a new sensor.
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ReadiNow secures 14th patent boosting enterprise workflow automation
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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big data
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bi
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ai
ReadiNow, an Australian enterprise workflow automation leader, further cements its industry position with a 14th patent, offering enhanced visualisation capabilities for improved risk management.
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How CISOs’ roles – and security operations – will change in 2024
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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cloud services
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soc
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cybersecurity
There will be an immediate need for greater focus on compliance packs by CISOs, not just this year but over the next couple of years.
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Australian lenders struggle to assess customer creditworthiness, report finds
Fri, 19th Jan 2024
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cx
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martech
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ai
Over 50% of Australian lenders feel unprepared to assess customer creditworthiness effectively in the current economic climate due to insufficient data, according to a new report.
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Barracuda Networks announces Nell ODonnell & Kim Mota as new executives
Fri, 19th Jan 2024
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cx
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martech
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casb
Barracuda Networks bolsters executive team with Nell ODonnell as Chief Legal Officer and Kim Mota as Chief Human Resources Officer, reflecting expansion plans.
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McGrathNicol becomes Founding Partner in Australian Insider Risk Centre
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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fraud
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r&d
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corruption
Advisory firm McGrathNicol has joined the Australian Insider Risk Centre of Excellence as a Founding Partner, set to contribute towards enhancing Australia’s cyber resilience.
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Balanced approach to GenAI & mature AI tech needed
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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fintech
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cloud services
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ai
STX Next warns businesses not to dismiss mature AI services over futuristic GenAI, emphasising their immediate efficiency and cost-effectiveness boost.
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The 2023 ransomware stats: A look back to plan ahead
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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ransomware
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
What can the 2023 ransomware stats tell us about the year that was, and how can we use them to plan for the year ahead?.
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BlackLine appoints industry veteran Emily Campbell as new CMO
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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cx
Digital finance transformation leader, BlackLine, taps industry veteran Emily Campbell as Chief Marketing Officer to spearhead global strategy amid rising demand for automated risk management solutions.