CFOtech Australia - Technology news for CFOs & financial decision-makers

Digital Threats stories - Page 5

Techday 900112f1379cf8481701

Australia mulls cyber law amid 23% rise in cyber attacks

Fri, 11th Oct 2024
#
cybersecurity
#
trustwave
#
cyber attacks
Australia faces a 23% rise in cyber attacks, prompting calls for a new Cyber Security Act to bolster protection against escalating cybercrime threats.
Techday 49f528a5a6113d42b76c

Cybersecurity month highlights AI & proactive measures

Tue, 8th Oct 2024
#
mfa
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
cybersecurity
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month kicks off, experts stress the urgency of adopting robust cyber defence strategies amid rising digital threats.
Techday 2c84445e3a1c38588928

Layer secures USD $6m to boost decentralised web tech

Tue, 8th Oct 2024
#
crypto
#
blockchain
#
software development
Layer has raised USD $6 million in seed funding to enhance trust in internet software, spearheading advancements in decentralised application technology.
Techday 5aee086cf457b430be8d

Trend Micro launches app to combat online scams in Australia

Fri, 4th Oct 2024
#
ios
#
trend micro
#
content creation
Trend Micro has launched the Trend Micro Check app in Australia, using AI to help consumers fight online scams and deepfake threats effectively.
Jamie norton image

Jamie Norton joins ISACA Board of Directors for 2024-2025 term

Thu, 29th Aug 2024
#
displays
#
risk & compliance
#
ai
Jamie Norton, an Australian cybersecurity veteran, joins ISACA's Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term, aiming to fortify global digital trust amidst growing cyber threats.
Techday 1a59f91ee8b528cd540a

Group-IB & SecurityHQ form global partnership on cybersecurity

Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
#
semiconductors
#
socs
#
cybersecurity
Group-IB and SecurityHQ form a global partnership to integrate advanced cybersecurity solutions, enhancing SecurityHQ's SOC operations and fraud protection services.
Final

Exclusive: Entrust discusses future of digital identity and security

Tue, 20th Aug 2024
#
edutech
#
uc
#
advanced persistent threat protection
Entrust has revealed their strategic focus on evolving digital security, with a keen eye on zero trust and digital identity initiatives.
Techday 364e78252a12da5b1253

McAfee & Samsung extend AI-driven mobile security partnership

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
#
uc
#
phishing
#
email security
McAfee extends its decade-long partnership with Samsung to bolster online security on new mobile devices, leveraging AI to tackle growing phishing threats.
Techday c34c9d81113f29150542

Hoyts transforms cinema experience with Optus SD-WAN solution

Thu, 25th Jul 2024
#
network infrastructure
#
sd-wan
#
sdn
HOYTS Group, in partnership with Optus, has revamped its cinema experience with Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN, enhancing operations across 59 locations.
Techday dbad74769945d7174eec

Surge in cybercrime on Telegram highlights security concerns

Thu, 4th Jul 2024
#
ddos
#
apm
#
cybersecurity
Kaspersky reports a 53% rise in cybercriminal activity on Telegram between May and June 2024, highlighting the platform's growing appeal for fraud, DDoS attacks, and data leaks.
Techday d3b3e5e9ebf8b6da7c3f

Australia's biggest bank and telecom unite to protect small businesses

Mon, 10th Jun 2024
#
edutech
#
uc
#
e-learning
CommBank and Telstra team up with COSBOA to launch Cyber Wardens, a free training program aimed at safeguarding Australia's small businesses from costly cyber threats.
Img bc0tdn8oh8por8kswzrz1uam

Australia's budget boosts cybersecurity & digital identity

Sun, 2nd Jun 2024
#
quantum computing
#
power / energy
#
cybersecurity
Australia's budget sharpens focus on data security and digital identity, earmarking AUD $288.1 million for a Digital ID platform and AUD $39.9 million for AI.
Img 4kv8xa8tnx4bddb89e10ir2b

Exclusive: How SonicWall is staying ahead of cyber threats

Fri, 24th May 2024
#
cloud security
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
partner programmes
SonicWall's VP of Sales, Debasish Mukherjee, elucidates on the firm's strategic approach to proactively counter rising cyber threats with comprehensive, AI-driven solutions.
Img z8xw1xy6rmqz3zhpnlusfjmb

Trend Micro to strengthen cybersecurity for AI PCs by 2027

Thu, 23rd May 2024
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
genai
#
data privacy
Trend Micro unveils a strategic plan to safeguard consumers as AI PCs, projected to dominate 60% of PC shipments by 2027, reshape cybersecurity threats.
Img 6jihuozjtpop8matvsdg21uh

Exclusive: How Cado Security continues to innovate

Tue, 21st May 2024
#
cx
#
martech
#
ai
In talks with CEO James Campbell, detrimental digital threats are tackled by cybersecurity firm, Cado Security, through innovative solutions and strategic growth.
Img ntinhgwguwserw0v2zjmltrv

Akamai to acquire Noname Security, bolstering API security solutions

Thu, 9th May 2024
#
digital transformation
#
cybersecurity
#
cloud services
Akamai Technologies announces plans to acquire API security firm, Noname Security, fortifying its API security suite and offering customers enhanced protection against digital threats.
Img 7xywevl5mdzgrqxqtguv1v3w

Graylog unveils Security 6.0 for robust cyber threat detection

Wed, 8th May 2024
#
siem
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
risk & compliance
Threat Detection and Incident Response firm, Graylog, unveils Graylog Security 6.0, a tool designed to combat advanced cyber threats while optimising data management and reducing cost of ownership.
Img zuqwu2jvsnf8zsfmgf9mb5w7

We are making cyber security simple for Australian small business

Tue, 7th May 2024
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
email security
#
cybersecurity
Australia's leading bank and telecoms firm collaborate with COSBOA to simplify cybersecurity for small businesses, launching free security training, 'Cyber Wardens'.
Img 8k7grpgzhknnqz3zmr58xu60

Absolute Security focuses on cyber resilience in company rebrand

Thu, 18th Apr 2024
#
firewalls
#
network security
#
advanced persistent threat protection
Absolute Security, previously known as Absolute Software, has rebranded to reflect its dedication to providing advanced cyber resilience solutions amid increasing digital threats.
Img zsdretzc1rn7ewvc2wj0jbrk

Watch out! There are hidden dangers lurking in your PDFs

Mon, 15th Apr 2024
#
malware
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
email security
PDFs' convenience inadvertently aiding cybercriminals: Avast researchers reveal PDF files increasingly exploited to distribute malware and carry out scams.