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Cybersecurity fears rise ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics
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firewalls
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
As the 2024 Paris Olympics near, cybersecurity warnings from Radware, Mandiant, Tenable, and Palo Alto Networks highlight AI-enhanced threats and the need for robust defence strategies.
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Three ways CISOs can use Microsoft Copilot for security to strengthen defences
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it training
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cybersecurity
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threat intelligence
As the cybersecurity landscape intensifies, Microsoft Copilot for Security emerges as a CISO ally by enhancing incident reporting, threat prevention, and team upskilling.
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Radware launches DNSaaS & NoKey to boost cloud services
2 days ago
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application security
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cybersecurity
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forrester research
Radware unveils new cloud services, DNSaaS and NoKey, enhancing security and performance for organisations, offering greater control over digital assets.
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Ecommpay partners with Mastercard to launch Click to Pay in UK
3 days ago
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payment technologies
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encryption
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mastercard
Ecommpay partners with Mastercard to launch Click to Pay across the UK and Europe, offering merchants and customers faster, secure checkout experiences.
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Uniden unveils new wire-free security camera range
3 days ago
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smart home
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uniden
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jb hi-fi
Uniden launches the App Cam SOLO X range with eight wire-free cameras, offering 2K Super HD recording and seven-day free cloud coverage, aimed at flexible and reliable home security.
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Google Cloud releases air-gapped appliance for harsh environments
3 days ago
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firewalls
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data analytics
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encryption
Google Cloud launches its air-gapped appliance, offering AI capabilities to remote environments like disaster zones and mobile operations, enhancing local data processing.
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ISPT pioneers smartphone access in Australian office buildings
3 days ago
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smartphones
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esg
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cleantech
ISPT pioneers digital employee badges in Australia’s commercial real estate, implementing HID Mobile Access for seamless entry via smartphones and smartwatches at its Sydney hub.
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Westcon-Comstor partners with AppViewX to boost quantum security
3 days ago
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cybersecurity
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distributors
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westcon-comstor
Westcon-Comstor and AppViewX have partnered to boost quantum security across the UK, Benelux, and DACH markets, focusing on enhanced crypto-agility and PKIaaS.
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The truth about SD-WAN and how it can support businesses as they digitally transform
3 days ago
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digital transformation
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
As businesses embrace digital transformation, SD-WAN provides agile, secure networking solutions, debunking myths about latency and separate security needs.
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Emerge & SquareOne introduce Blue tick email verification in NZ
4 days ago
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nz
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federal trade commission
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cloud services
Emerge and SquareOne introduce Blue tick email verification to combat phishing scams in New Zealand, enhancing trust and security in fintech communications.
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5G testing crucial for network reliability & security
4 days ago
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iot
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smart cities
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advanced persistent threat protection
Testing 5G networks is imperative to ensure their reliability, performance, and security. Comprehensive evaluations help optimise infrastructures and protect against cyber threats.
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UK SMEs face cloud migration challenges, warns Six Degrees
4 days ago
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martech
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cx
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risk & compliance
Six Degrees' UK SME Cloud Intelligence Report 2024 reveals 80% of mid-market firms face unexpected costs in cloud migrations, urging a strategic approach.
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Victorian OPP launches Amicus system to boost efficiency
5 days ago
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rpa
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digital transformation
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public sector
Victoria's Office of Public Prosecutions has launched 'Amicus', a new AI-driven system on Appian to streamline prosecutorial processes.
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ConnectID partners with Refundid to enhance refund process
5 days ago
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cloud services
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security
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identity verification
ConnectID integrates Refundid, enhancing security and efficiency of refund processes by reducing sensitive data storage, and boosting consumer trust.
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Paladin partners with NATO DIANA to boost secure tech investments
5 days ago
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safety
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security
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cloud services
Paladin Capital Group partners with NATO’s DIANA to bolster trust, safety, and security in global dual-use tech investments, aligning on key principles to protect democracies.
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Global IT outage disrupts key sectors, spurs calls for reform
5 days ago
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microsoft
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cloud services
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airlines
A major global IT outage has disrupted airlines, media, and banking sectors, exposing reliance vulnerabilities on shared cloud-based platforms.
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Live Awareness supports superior safety compliance at one of the world’s busiest ports
5 days ago
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physical security
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surveillance
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ai
SenSen's Live Awareness AI enhances safety and compliance at a leading global port, achieving high detection accuracy despite dynamic work conditions and limited data.
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Intel unveils AI chatbot for Paris 2024 Olympic athletes
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open source
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data privacy
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ai
Intel partners with the IOC to launch AthleteGPT, a GenAI chatbot on the Athlete365 platform, aiming to assist 11,000 athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
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Kraken Custody expands to institutional clients in UK, Australia
Last week
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blockchain
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cryptocurrency
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strategy
Kraken Institutional extends its custody solution, Kraken Custody, to institutional clients in the UK and Australia, enhancing secure digital asset management and engagement.
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IT professionals urged to secure networks before summer holidays
Last week
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phishing
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firewalls
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email security
As summer approaches, IT pros should follow Corey Nachreiner's advice to secure networks while on holiday. Key steps include shutting down unused devices, updating critical servers, and using multi-factor authentication.