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US CISOs face mounting stress as cyber incidents & AI threats rise

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US CISOs face soaring stress as cyber incidents rise; 73% faced major breaches recently amid high board expectations and AI threats.
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When cyber resilience becomes a CFO’s challenge

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Cyber resilience is now a critical CFO challenge, with cybersecurity failures directly impacting Australian companies' financial health and regulatory compliance.
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Assured & Telarus in partnership for managed cloud data backup

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Assured Data Protection partners with Telarus to offer managed cloud data backup and disaster recovery, enhancing cyber resiliency for mid-sized firms.
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Outpost24 names Martin Roth Chief Technology Officer to lead tech push

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Outpost24 appoints Martin Roth as CTO to spearhead global tech strategy, focusing on AI-driven cybersecurity and cloud-native advancements.
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Coalition appoints Trent Nihill to lead Australian operations

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Coalition has named Trent Nihill as General Manager to drive growth in its Australian cyber insurance sector, leveraging his 15 years of specialist experience.
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Exclusive: Expert warns AI risks to spiral without strong governance

Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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Jason Straight of K2 Integrity says strong AI governance boosts innovation, builds trust and is vital for secure, responsible generative AI adoption in business.
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Claroty earns AWS recognition for OT security in manufacturing

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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Claroty has gained AWS Manufacturing and Industrial Competency for its xDome platform, boosting OT security for manufacturers amid rising digital risks.
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Why searches for “PR Agency Auckland” signal a surge in tech sector growth

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Searches for “PR Agency Auckland” hit a five-year peak, signalling strong growth as Kiwi tech firms boost funding, launches, and international expansion.
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Outpost24 appoints Ariel Katz to drive strategic growth plans

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Outpost24 appoints Ariel Katz as Chief Corporate Development Officer to lead strategic growth via mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships in cybersecurity.
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Exclusive: Hicksons Lawyers boosts security with Netskope partnership

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Australian law firms like Hicksons Lawyers are boosting cloud security with advanced tech amid rising cyberattacks targeting sensitive client data globally.
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Coalition launches incident response operations in Australia

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Coalition has launched incident response operations in Australia, appointing Praneil Kumar to lead local cybersecurity efforts and support businesses against digital threats.
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Outpost24 launches tool to detect dark web credential leaks

Sat, 2nd Aug 2025
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Outpost24 has launched a free tool that helps organisations detect if their credentials have been leaked on the dark web, boosting cybersecurity efforts.
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Cytora earns ISO/IEC 42001 for AI governance in insurance tech

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Cytora has become one of the first firms to earn ISO/IEC 42001 certification, affirming its commitment to responsible AI governance in insurance technology.
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Digimune & ViaCarte launch Identicate cyber protection for banks

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Digimune and ViaCarte partner to launch Identicate, a cyber protection platform offering Australian banks real-time identity theft alerts and financial fraud cover.
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Exclusive: ISACA’s Chirag Joshi warns of 'shadow AI' crisis without risk management

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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81% of firms use AI, but only 28% have governance policies, exposing businesses to major operational and strategic risks, warns expert Chirag Joshi.
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AI and cloud growth demands smarter security for SMBs

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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SMBs across Asia Pacific embrace AI and cloud to boost growth, yet face rising cybersecurity challenges needing smarter, integrated security strategies.
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Specops & GuidePoint team up to boost password protection

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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Specops Software has partnered with GuidePoint Security to offer advanced password management and authentication solutions, enhancing cyber resilience in North America.
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The delicate dance of user experience and security in the digital age

Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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Businesses can harmonise user experience and cybersecurity through identity and access management, ensuring seamless yet secure digital interactions.
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Chain IQ breach exposes UBS, Pictet & others to cyber risks

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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A cyberattack on Chain IQ has exposed sensitive data of UBS, Pictet and Implenia employees, spotlighting risks in third-party cybersecurity across sectors.
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UK firms underprepared for AI risks as CyXcel launches DRM tool

Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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Nearly one-third of UK firms lack AI risk policies, as CyXcel unveils a new DRM tool to tackle rising AI threats and compliance demands.