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By the numbers: Cybercrime's trillion-dollar cost to Asia Pacific
Cybersecurity

By the numbers: Cybercrime's trillion-dollar cost to Asia Pacific

A recent Microsoft report reveals that cyber attacks cost the Asia Pacific region USD $1.745 trillion annually, equivalent to 7% of its GDP.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Jun 2018
Exclusive interview: Okta CSO on skill shortages, passwordless authentication, and UX
Multi-factor authentication

Exclusive interview: Okta CSO on skill shortages, passwordless authentication, and UX

The tension between security and user experience is one IT practitioners have had to grapple with as businesses become more vulnerable to breaches.

By Kai Ping Lew • 10 min read • Tue, 12th Jun 2018
Catching up on the new breed of digital extortion
Manufacturing

Catching up on the new breed of digital extortion

With Asia Pacific facing 40% of global ransomware threats, digital extortion is evolving beyond ransomware, putting the manufacturing sector at high risk.

By Trend Micro • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Jun 2018
Research - Market pressures causing MSPs to cut corners
EduTech

Research - Market pressures causing MSPs to cut corners

New research reveals MSPs struggling to keep pace with the changing market face significant hurdles in the race to market share and grow profitably.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Jun 2018
Flashpoint eyes Australia as key a focus for Asia Pacific expansion
Risk & Compliance

Flashpoint eyes Australia as key a focus for Asia Pacific expansion

The company says it's going to 'ramp up' its presence in Australia, thanks to the country's ample opportunities for commerce and prosperity.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Jun 2018
Securing the cloud in the face of skills shortages
Gaming

Securing the cloud in the face of skills shortages

With a shortage of skills to tackle immediate cybersecurity threats, especially in the cloud, companies need to look beyond traditional methods.

By Ian Yip • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2018
IoT, chip processors emerging as new cyber battlegrounds – report
Malware

IoT, chip processors emerging as new cyber battlegrounds – report

The escalating cyber arms race shifts focus to IoT and chip processors, as ransomware variants surge by 101% in 2017, warns SonicWall's new report.

By Kai Ping Lew • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2018
Security: One size fits all? Or the glove that just won't fit right?
Endpoint Protection

Security: One size fits all? Or the glove that just won't fit right?

In an era of evolving cyber threats, SonicWall urges firms to customise cybersecurity solutions rather than rely on outdated one-size-fits-all methods.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2018
Interview: RSA Security decodes digital fraud and its effects on APAC
Crypto

Interview: RSA Security decodes digital fraud and its effects on APAC

Digital fraud in APAC is rising as online threats evolve. RSA Security's Richard Booth highlights key risks and strategies to stay protected.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2018
Financial services must change mindset to contain cyberattacks
Cybersecurity

Financial services must change mindset to contain cyberattacks

CyberArk's EMEA VP discusses evolving techniques of cybercrime in the financial sector and how businesses need to think like attackers.

By Rich Turner • 6 min read • Thu, 31st May 2018
The value of integrating data and analytics for improved cybersecurity
Data Analytics

The value of integrating data and analytics for improved cybersecurity

Most companies have already invested in security solutions so it makes sense to optimise that investment where possible.

By Brian Landa • 4 min read • Tue, 29th May 2018
It's G-Day: GDPR now operational so what do the experts think?
Firewalls

It's G-Day: GDPR now operational so what do the experts think?

GDPR is now officially live and the hype is reaching manic levels with the term beating 'Beyoncé' on Google this week - here's what the experts think.

By Ashton Young • 6 min read • Fri, 25th May 2018
Okta makes authentication API free for apps and websites
Application Programming Interface

Okta makes authentication API free for apps and websites

Identity solutions provider Okta has launched API Products for One App, making it easier for engineering teams to use Okta for authentication.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Thu, 24th May 2018
ThreatQuotient appoints ex-Cisco security sales chief to lead APAC expansion
Cisco

ThreatQuotient appoints ex-Cisco security sales chief to lead APAC expansion

ThreatQuotient has chosen Australia as its Asia pacific base. Former Cisco security sales chief Anthony Stitt will lead operations.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd May 2018
Macs under attack – what you can do to secure your device
Endpoint Protection

Macs under attack – what you can do to secure your device

Macs are no longer immune to malware; Bitdefender's new antivirus offers robust protection against a range of threats, ensuring your device and data stay safe.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018
Clear security guidelines needed to protect Australia's digital health records
Malware

Clear security guidelines needed to protect Australia's digital health records

Digital health records in Australia promise improved healthcare, but with a third of data breaches involving health info, clear security guidelines are crucial.

By Anshul Pandey • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018

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Global MSSP Proficio opens new Melbourne base to serve Aussie businesses
Malware

Global MSSP Proficio opens new Melbourne base to serve Aussie businesses

Proficio, a global managed security services provider, has launched a new base in Melbourne to bolster its presence in the Australian and Asia Pacific markets.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2018