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The role of Privilege Access Management in achieving robust cybersecurity
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Privilege Access Management (PAM), with its ability to control key digital accounts, is proving crucial in combating rising cybersecurity threats posed by misuse of digital identities, a key source of business disruption.
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Advanced security tools can help bridge the cyber-skills gap
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Amid a global 12.6% rise in the cyber-skills gap, advanced security tools like AI automation could alleviate the shortage, particularly for Australian businesses.
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Australian firms urged to boost defences ahead of Safer Internet Day
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Ahead of Safer Internet Day, businesses in Australia are urged to fortify their cyber defences as reports reveal record levels of cyber threats, scams and data breaches in 2022.
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Why sustainability will make hybrid multicloud a business imperative
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With impending sustainability legislation and the rise of competition in the cloud computing market, hybrid multicloud solutions offer energy efficiency, resource sharing, and reduced risk, underpinning the business imperative for sustainability.
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How the cloud security landscape will evolve in 2024
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AI-driven threat actors' sophistication surge, increased data privacy concerns, and deepening supply chain security issues shape the cloud security landscape in 2024, experts forecast.
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Mandiant uncovers new findings on Ivanti zero-day exploits
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Mandiant uncovers dramatically expanded threat activity exploiting Ivanti's security vulnerabilities with fresh malware variants and new mitigation-bypassing techniques emerging.
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EVme partners with Salesforce for strategic growth in Thailand's EV market
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Thai EV service platform EVme teams up with Salesforce to ramp up personalised customer experiences, aiming to expand its vehicle fleet to 2,000 by 2024.
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Fortinet report reveals cyber threats & defence gaps in Asia Pacific
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Ransomware and phishing top cybersecurity concerns in Singapore, says Fortinet study. Increased remote working amplifies insider threats, with insufficient resource allocation also noted as a major hurdle.
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Beyond the hype: Navigating the future of generative AI
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AI is transitioning from novelty to business essential with generative AI tools bringing value to marketing and beyond, driving fact-based decisions, and addressing ethics and privacy concerns.
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Assured Data Protection appoints Paul Dix as new CFO
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Assured Data Protection appoints seasoned finance professional Paul Dix as its CFO, reinforcing their growth strategy amid an increased demand for cloud data protection solutions.
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Australian CIOs increase AI investment amid application sprawl concerns
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Despite challenges, Australian CIOs are increasingly keen on AI, planning significant budget boosts as per Canva's latest survey.
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Secure Parking transforms with cutting-edge tech
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Secure Parking's Voyager Program revolutionises the parking experience by leveraging cutting-edge tech, including AI, for an efficient, user-friendly system.
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Change Your Password Day: Embracing stronger cybersecurity across Australia
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On Change Your Password Day, Australians are encouraged to bolster their digital security by adopting longer, unique passphrases and using multi-factor authentication.
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Netpoleon & Adaptive Shield unite for SaaS security boost in ANZ
Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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Netpoleon and Adaptive Shield are joining forces to address surging demand for secure Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions in Australia and New Zealand, in response to a rise in data breaches.
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Cyber crime damage costs firms up to $5m annually, says Barracuda
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Annual business cybercrime recovery costs can reach up to $5m, with firms fearing a rise in GenAI-powered attacks, according to a Barracuda Networks report.
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SentinelOne boosts AI-powered threat-hunting with new WatchTower features
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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SentinelOne boosts its AI-enabled WatchTower threat-hunting services with new features, helping businesses combat increasingly complex cyber attacks with machine speed effectiveness.
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Kaspersky Standard scoops Product of the Year at AV-Comparatives
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Kaspersky Standard secures AV-Comparatives Product of the Year award, acknowledging its record-breaking performance in cybersecurity testing.
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SAS joins the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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SAS joins the UK's National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, bolstering its efforts to protect small and medium-sized enterprises from cybercrime damages.
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OutSystems outlines Generative AI & low-code trends for 2024
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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OutSystems unveils four key trends for 2024 highlighting the symbiosis of generative AI and low-code development in powering business transformations.
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Singtel pioneers AI development initiative in Southeast Asia
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Singtel unveils initiative to boost AI development and ecological sustainability in Singapore and Southeast Asia, with plans for AI-ready, eco-friendly data centres expansion.
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Australians lose $3.1bn in 2022 to rising online scams
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Aussies lost around $3.1bn in 2022 due to online scams, warns the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission and cloud security firm Akamai.
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How CIOs can lead in achieving enterprise sustainability goals
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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CIOs are using their influence to drive sustainable practices within enterprises, leveraging technologies such as process automation and data analytics to boost ESG performance.
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Australian firms breach no-payment policies due to cyberattacks
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Research by AI data security firm Cohesity reveals escalating cyberattacks are forcing companies into paying ransoms, contradicting no-payment strategies, with difficulties in data recovery exacerbating the issue.
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SentinelOne expands threat hunting capabilities in WatchTower services
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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AI security firm SentinelOne unveils advanced threat hunting capabilities for its WatchTower services, bolstering cybersecurity defences for businesses amid rising cyber threats.