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Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape
Malware

Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape

The takedown of Qakbot offers a brief respite for cybersecurity teams but highlights the persistent, evolving threat landscape and the complexity of combating cybercrime.

By Mina Mousa • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Ingram Micro launches AI readiness service for SMBs in ANZ
Artificial Intelligence

Ingram Micro launches AI readiness service for SMBs in ANZ

Ingram Micro has introduced an AI readiness service for SMBs in Australia and New Zealand, offering tools, workshops, and support to enhance Microsoft 365 AI capabilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Aqua Security finds critical data exposures in SCM systems
Application Security

Aqua Security finds critical data exposures in SCM systems

Aqua Security has revealed alarming data exposures in popular Source Code Management systems, with secrets including API tokens found in public repositories.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
Survey shows 76% of firms boost cyber defences for insurance
Firewalls

Survey shows 76% of firms boost cyber defences for insurance

Some 76% of firms bolstered cyber defences to secure insurance, though many remain unclear on coverage specifics amid rising attack recovery costs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2024
Cloudflare report reveals rising DDoS attacks & API risks
Data Analytics

Cloudflare report reveals rising DDoS attacks & API risks

Cloudflare's 2024 State of Application Security Report reveals soaring DDoS attacks, exploited zero-day vulnerabilities, and escalating supply chain risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
How the midmarket can maximise the success of their AI efforts
Digital Transformation

How the midmarket can maximise the success of their AI efforts

Midmarket firms can maximise AI success by adopting strategic approaches, mitigating risks, and leveraging expert partnerships to ensure effective and secure implementation.

By Grant Wild • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Rethinking physical security creates new partner opportunities
Software-as-a-Service

Rethinking physical security creates new partner opportunities

Organisations shifting to hybrid-cloud models for physical security are unveiling lucrative opportunities for channel partners to aid in their transition and innovation.

By Djeffri Setiawan • 7 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Kore.ai appoints Richard Oldham as Head of Pre-Sales for ANZ
Marketing Technologies

Kore.ai appoints Richard Oldham as Head of Pre-Sales for ANZ

Kore.ai names Richard Oldham as Head of Pre-Sales for Australia and New Zealand to enhance regional presence and provide robust technical support.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Spot by NetApp achieves FinOps certification & unveils updates
FinOps

Spot by NetApp achieves FinOps certification & unveils updates

Spot by NetApp earns FinOps Certified Platform status while launching Cost Intelligence and Billing Engine, enhancing cloud financial management for businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Spot by NetApp earns FinOps certification, launches new tools
Artificial Intelligence

Spot by NetApp earns FinOps certification, launches new tools

Spot by NetApp earns FinOps Certified Platform status and debuts new cloud financial management tools, enhancing its ability to unify cost and infrastructure optimisation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
How AI can help developers boost the security of new code
Application Security

How AI can help developers boost the security of new code

AI tools are helping developers swiftly identify vulnerabilities in code without sacrificing security, but human oversight remains crucial. Teams must evolve to responsibly leverage AI's potential.

By Matias Madou • 4 min read • Mon, 24th Jun 2024
Pax8 appoints Eric Stevens as new Chief AI Officer
Data Analytics

Pax8 appoints Eric Stevens as new Chief AI Officer

Pax8 has named Eric Stevens as its new Chief AI Officer, entrusting him with driving AI innovation and transforming the company's Marketplace under CEO Scott Chasin.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Loyalty Now achieves ISO 27001:2022 certification
Software-as-a-Service

Loyalty Now achieves ISO 27001:2022 certification

Loyalty Now secures ISO 27001:2022 certification, bolstering its stature in B2B payment-linked offers. This milestone fortifies its security standards and global market readiness.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Managing digital risks: essential practices for modern businesses
Security Information and Event Management

Managing digital risks: essential practices for modern businesses

As organisations increasingly depend on digital technologies, Digital Risk Management has become crucial, according to a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Report highlights surge in cyberattacks on operational technology
Firewalls

Report highlights surge in cyberattacks on operational technology

A Fortinet report reveals a surge in cyberattacks on OT systems, with 73% of organisations hit, up from 49%. This rise emphasises the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024

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Swinburne & Sphere join forces for eco-friendly fintech solution
EduTech

Swinburne & Sphere join forces for eco-friendly fintech solution

Melbourne's Swinburne University has partnered with eco-fintech Sphere to use AI in analysing card payments, guiding personal climate action and CO2 offsetting.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jun 2024
ANZ Plus launches digital identity service with ConnectID
Marketing Technologies

ANZ Plus launches digital identity service with ConnectID

ANZ Plus partners with ConnectID to launch a Digital Identity service, simplifying and securing identity verification for customers, enhancing data privacy and reducing fraud.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024