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Aryaka appoints Shailesh Shukla as new CEO & chairman
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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hybrid cloud
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public cloud
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Aryaka selects network and cybersecurity veteran Shailesh Shukla, previously VP and General Manager of Google Cloud, as its new CEO and chairman to drive growth strategy.
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DoubleVerify launches tiered brand suitability categories for MFA content
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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ecm
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mfa
DoubleVerify launches nuanced, AI-powered brand suitability categories to optimise ad campaign performance, providing sites with a refined analysis for online MFA content management.
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Recorded Future rolls out AI tech to combat global threats
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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advanced persistent threat protection
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genai
Recorded Future, the world's largest intelligence firm, unveils its pioneering AI technology designed to fight global threats. The 'Intelligence Graph' has been gathering and analysing threat data for a decade, upgrading it into actionable insights.
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Orro secures Liquid IT in first overseas expansion
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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uc
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partner programmes
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Australian digital infrastructure provider Orro makes its first international move by acquiring New Zealand-based Liquid IT.
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Westcon-Comstor & CrowdStrike extend cyber tech partnership to Southeast Asia
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
Westcon-Comstor expands its partnership with CrowdStrike to Southeast Asia, bolstering its cybersecurity offerings in the region.
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Netsafe launches online safety programme for seniors in New Zealand
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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email security
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chorus
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scams
Netsafe, a charitable organisation in New Zealand, has launched 'Get Set Up for Safety', a nationwide initiative to equip senior citizens with skills to combat online threats such as fraud and scams.
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Legit Security unveils cybersecurity's first AI discovery features
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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risk & compliance
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llms
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Legit Security develops pioneering AI Discovery tool, a cybersecurity industry-first. Enabling CISOs and AppSec teams to track AI code use, boosting app security and software development momentum.
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Human Managed launches CPM Bundle for data-driven cybersecurity
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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cybercrime
In response to rising cyber threats, Human Managed has introduced its Cyber Posture Management (CPM) Bundle, offering businesses a streamlined approach to cybersecurity management.
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'Artificial Inflation of Traffic' scams skyrocket in 2023
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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ai
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cloud services
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digital marketing
A Swedish report exposes a disturbing surge in Artificial Inflation of Traffic (AIT) fraud, with 20 billion fraudulent SMS messages costing organisations a total of $1.16 billion in 2023.
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Sekuro first to offer Zero Trust Strategy on AWS Marketplace
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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digital transformation
Cybersecurity provider, Sekuro, offers its innovative Zero Trust Strategy services on AWS Marketplace, making it the first firm to do so in collaboration with CrowdStrike, Zscaler and Okta.
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Visa's AI averts fraud worth $273m in New Zealand banks
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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Visa uses AI to help New Zealand financial institutions prevent $273m in fraud, marking a three-fold increase from 2021 and highlighting the pivotal role of AI in financial security.
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Hunter-killer malware surges by 333%, says Picus Red Report 2024
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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malware
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The 2024 Picus Red Report reveals a 333% rise in Hunter-killer malware targeting and disabling security defences, reflecting a concerning escalation in cyber-attack strategies.
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John Milionis steps in as Channel Sales Director at Fortinet Australia
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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cybersecurity
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zscaler
John Milionis has been appointed as the new Channel Sales Director of Fortinet Australia, bringing his extensive experience in the technology sector to enhance cybersecurity and outcomes for partners and customers.
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BeyondTrust strengthens Asia Pacific expansion with key appointments
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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cx
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advanced persistent threat protection
BeyondTrust strengthens its expansion in the Asia Pacific with key appointments; Sami Toivonen as ANZ Regional Sales Director, and Charlie Wood as Asia Regional Sales Director.
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Aston Martin F1 extends cybersecurity partnership with SentinelOne
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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sentinelone
Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team extends multi-year partnership with global cybersecurity firm SentinelOne to safeguard performance data and secure operations at their Silverstone technology campus.
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Four enterprise mobility trends shaping 2024
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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mdm
Enterprise mobility in 2024 will be driven by the integration of IoT, enhanced mobile security measures, the rise of edge computing, and the use of augmented reality in operations.
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Exclusive: The BlueVoyant philosophy driving success
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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genai
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cybersecurity
Exploring the efficacy of BlueVoyant's 'good, accurate and fast' philosophy: rapid growth in Australia and a reliance on AI make the cybersecurity firm a standout in the global industry.
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DTEX Systems launches AI assistant to combat insider threats
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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data science
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data privacy
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DTEX Systems launches an AI Risk Assistant as an add-on to its InTERCEPT platform, leveraging generative AI to address insider threats and mitigate data loss with in-depth insights.
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BMO partners with Dynatrace to upscale digital banking capabilities
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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fintech
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BMO joins forces with tech firm Dynatrace to bolster their digital banking facilities, leading to efficient problem-solving and enhanced customer experiences.
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Trend Micro uncovers Water Hydra's Windows Defender exploit
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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cybersecurity
Trend Micro discloses critical zero-day vulnerability in Windows Defender, under malicious exploitation by cyber-threat group, Water Hydra, endangering millions of users globally.