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Could the US presidential campaign have an impact on global cyber security?

Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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Over 400 information security professionals who attended Infosecurity Europe 2016 took part in a cyber security survey conducted by Tripwire.
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The rise of containers in enterprise IT

Mon, 27th Jun 2016
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Application containers have started to get IT ops' attention as the market moves toward container management platform–based production systems.
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CompTIA survey uncovers top 7 IT employability skills in the channel

Tue, 21st Jun 2016
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IT skills in the channel are more important than ever to understand and keep ahead of the industry's shape and direction.
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Quantum Computation: A cryptography armageddon?

Mon, 20th Jun 2016
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Cryptography is at risk of being broken by quantum computers, but post-quantum cryptography offers solutions. #PQCrypto #QuantumComputing.
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Cisco launches $10 million global Cybersecurity Scholarship Program, improves certifications

Wed, 15th Jun 2016
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education, learning & training
Cisco is tackling the cybersecurity skills shortage head on through $10 million Global Cybersecurity Scholarship Program & certification improvements.
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Onus on HR to shift into a digital mindset

Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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Some HR departments risk being unable to attract and retain top talent if they don't embrace digital approaches, according to WFS Australia.
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Recruiting? You must go mobile, experts say

Wed, 1st Jun 2016
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Experts urge firms to adopt mobile-first strategies for employee referrals, enhancing recruitment speed and quality.
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Skills shortage continues as unemployment rates increase

Wed, 25th May 2016
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skills shortage
The rapidly changing world is creating an apparent paradox where unemployment figures are rising while employers struggle to find skilled workers.
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74% of Asia Pacific business flyers want in-flight internet

Wed, 25th May 2016
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90% of passengers want access to reliable in-flight internet. 74% of business flyers will spend more to use it, a survey by Inmarsat and GfK says.
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Change is brewing: Leadership shakeup over at Spark

Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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Managing director Simon Moutter says the changes to its starting line up will help steer the company through its next phase of transformation.
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Google ups the ante with 12 new cloud platform data centers

Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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Google has announced a dramatic expansion of its global data center network, with 12 new cloud platform regions coming online in the next 18 months.
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Original big data solutions vital, says Teradata

Fri, 18th Mar 2016
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Teradata underscores the need for bespoke big data solutions, advising firms to forge unique analytic strategies for competitive edge.
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Certifications key to filling IT jobs

Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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As the demand for IT workers continues to grow, more and more employers are turning to certifications to help identify the right candidates.
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How you can fill the sweet spot between consumer products and enterprise solutions

Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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When they consider their wireless options, small businesses often look to products aimed at the home user and see the limitations.
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New study shows CISOs not confident in their ability to protect

Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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Cybersecurity professionals aren't confident in the ability of their teams to protect organisations beyond basic incidents according to a new report.
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How do tech CEOs really view gender diversity?

Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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Study sheds light on tech CEOs' struggle to diversify boardrooms, despite recognising its value for company performance.
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Readify tackles the IT skills shortage in Australia

Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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Readify pioneers graduate programme against Oz IT shortage, merging industry and academia to foster tech talent.
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Flash storage: The game changer

Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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As the enterprise transitions from disk to flash, the focus shifts from optimising for performance to optimising for capacity.
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Digital banking: Balancing security & convenience – without getting creepy!

Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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contact centre
Banks are constantly adopting new and innovative technologies, but what is the impact on security? Can personalisation become creepy?.
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New managing director at Xero Australia

Mon, 11th Jan 2016
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Trent Innes has been appointed as the new managing director for Xero's Australian business, following the resignation of Chris Ridd.