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New Zealand’s tech sector shows resilience and growth potential despite global challenges, with AI and cybersecurity as key pillars, according to DLA Piper's 2024 Tech Index.

Startup Shutterspeed secures backing from global venture capital firm Techstars, marking a significant achievement for Kiwi tech with its AI-driven business assistant for creatives.

Check Point Software Technologies honoured top Asia Pacific partners at the 2024 Check Point Asia Pacific Partner Conference in Phuket, highlighting contributions in cybersecurity.

Westcon-Comstor has been named an inaugural Catalyst Partner under Broadcom’s Enterprise Security Group, securing sole APAC distribution rights for Symantec and Carbon Black.

Bitdefender launches Security for Creators to guard YouTubers, digital professionals, and influencers against cyber threats like account takeovers, fraud, and malware.

Half of SMEs in Australia and New Zealand have yet to adopt AI due to significant security concerns, a new Peninsula Group survey reveals.

Elastic joins the Content Authenticity Initiative to combat digital misinformation using its search and data analysis prowess, reinforcing online content transparency.

Report reveals a 43% surge in vulnerabilities and a 6% rise in ransomware attacks in H1 2024, with VPNs and network infrastructure under significant threat.

Andre Schindler, the architect behind NinjaOne's EMEA success, has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Global Sales, amidst 70% year-over-year growth.

Absolute Security acquires Syxsense to boost its Cyber Resilience platform, aiming to secure and manage PC endpoints from firmware level, targeting markets worth USD $35 billion.

Businesses are racing to adopt Generative AI, promising efficiency and competitive edge, but grappling with risks such as inaccuracy and cybersecurity.

Cybercriminals increasingly exploit legitimate software tools, with 60% of critical incidents involving such methods between January and August 2024, reports ReliaQuest.

A new Gartner report criticising SOAR systems for high costs and unmet promises has stirred controversy, with Acora defending its approach to optimising SOAR technology.

Cequence Security partners with Netskope to offer enhanced API threat intelligence through the Cequence UAP platform, fortifying cyber defences against evolving threats.

Traceable AI and Amazon Web Services (AWS) announce a strategic collaboration to enhance API security in cloud-native environments through AWS Marketplace integration, tackling rising API-based threats.

HackerOne has unveiled its first channel partner programme, PartnerOne, to expand global access to its human-powered cybersecurity solutions, involving key partners like GuidePoint Security and Softcat.

Richard Seiersen, Chief Risk Technology Officer at Qualys, is helping businesses master cybersecurity risk measurement and communication.

Veeam Software debuts Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 v8, enhancing data resilience with comprehensive immutability and new support features for over 21 million users.

Custocy teams up with Enea to integrate DPI and IDS software into its AI-driven NDR platform, aiming to bolster cybersecurity accuracy and performance.

Cybersecurity startup 12Port emerges from stealth, debuting its Horizon solution, which simplifies microsegmentation for zero trust security strategies.