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Experts urge vigilance against growing digital fraud risks
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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phishing
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physical security
Experts warn that rising digitalisation fuels fraud, with AI aiding cybercriminals, prompting calls for robust security and real-time threat response.
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Cloud security critical as AI adoption set to soar in 2025
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
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data governance
Tenable warns that AI adoption could drastically increase cloud data security risks by 2025, urging organisations to bolster their protective measures.
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Australia-NZ space research to boost land management
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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cleantech
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sustainability
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smartsat crc
The New Zealand Space Agency and SmartSat CRC unveil four new space research projects to boost environmental and agricultural management across both nations.
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Vectra AI enhances platform with 40 new Azure detections
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
Vectra AI has launched an upgraded platform featuring over 40 new behaviour detections to boost security for Microsoft Azure amid rising cyber threats.
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iSANZ Awards honour New Zealand's cybersecurity leaders
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
The 2024 iSANZ Awards celebrated ten years of cybersecurity excellence in New Zealand, honouring outstanding contributions and innovation in the field.
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Claroty finds vulnerabilities in OvrC platform affecting IoT devices
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
Claroty has uncovered 10 security vulnerabilities in the OvrC cloud platform, jeopardising 10 million IoT devices and their users' data worldwide.
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Australia, NZ retail workers voice need for security technologies to feel safe
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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motorola solutions
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safety
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mental health
Ahead of the holiday shopping rush, a report reveals one in three retail workers in Australia and New Zealand feel unsafe due to rising crime and understaffing.
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Alteryx announces Fall 2024 platform enhancements
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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martech
Alteryx has unveiled its Fall 2024 update, enhancing hybrid analytics capabilities and introducing features like Magic Reports to boost user experience.
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Clarifying perceptions related to passkeys and MFA
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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mfa
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Passkeys are emerging as a superior alternative to traditional passwords, yet a recent survey reveals 58% still rely on usernames and passwords.
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November Patch Tuesday reveals 90 vulnerabilities
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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internet explorer
Microsoft is rolling out patches for 90 vulnerabilities this November, including critical remote code execution flaws and several in-the-wild exploits.
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Yubico launches YubiKey Bio Series for enhanced security
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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mfa
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cybersecurity
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enterprise security
Yubico has launched its YubiKey Bio Series - Multi-protocol Edition keys, enhancing phishing-resistant authentication for enterprises with biometric logins.
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Platform consolidation key to cybersecurity success
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
Organisations in Australia are urged to consolidate cybersecurity vendors as 99% faced identity breaches, complicating efforts to manage security effectively.
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Auror raises AUD $72.6m to tackle retail crime globally
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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physical security
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woolworths
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auror
Auror has raised AUD $72.6 million in Series C funding to enhance its retail crime-fighting technology and expand into North America and the UK.
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Trustwave & Cybereason announce cybersecurity merger
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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trustwave
Trustwave and Cybereason announce a merger to enhance cybersecurity solutions, with SoftBank as the majority investor, set to close in early 2025.
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Mouse motion simulators pose potential cyberthreat risk
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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malware
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Kaspersky warns that mouse motion simulators, popular with remote workers, could pose significant cyber threats if sourced from unknown vendors.
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AppOmni partners with Cisco for SaaS zero trust security
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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saas
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
AppOmni has teamed up with Cisco to bolster SaaS security by employing a comprehensive zero trust framework, enhancing protection for global organisations.
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Five Eyes backs Purple Knight for Active Directory defence
Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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okta
The Five Eyes Alliance has endorsed Semperis's Purple Knight tool to enhance security in Microsoft Active Directory systems, vital for UK firms.
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Tricentis unveils AI-powered qTest Copilot for testers
Tue, 12th Nov 2024
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devops
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apm
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genai
Tricentis has launched qTest Copilot, a generative AI tool designed to enhance test case generation and streamline testing for software delivery teams.
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Nerdio expands platform to manage full Microsoft 365 suite
Tue, 12th Nov 2024
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uc
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microsoft
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cloud services
Nerdio expands its Manager for MSPs platform to manage Microsoft 365, offering flexible pricing and enhanced security features through a CIS partnership.
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NetApp enhances all-flash storage for AI & workload needs
Tue, 12th Nov 2024
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storage
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netapp
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data management
NetApp unveils new all-flash storage solutions designed for AI-readiness and demanding workloads, enhancing accessibility for enterprises of all sizes.