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Australian firms embrace AI to bolster cybersecurity efforts

Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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A new survey reveals that 56% of Australian IT professionals view AI as a crucial asset in combatting cyber threats, with 91% anticipating increased security spending.
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Australian firms combat rising AI-driven deepfake threats

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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Australian businesses are ramping up efforts to combat rising deepfake cyber threats, with 66% implementing measures against AI-driven impersonations.
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Deepfake attacks seen as top cyber threat in Australia

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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AI-generated deepfake attacks have emerged as the top cyber threat for IT professionals in Australia, prompting 66% of companies to develop response plans.
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SolarWinds survey reveals widening IT skills gap concerns

Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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it industry
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outsourcing
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A recent SolarWinds survey reveals 41% of IT professionals are struggling to find qualified candidates, highlighting a significant skills gap in the industry.
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Dynatrace platform now available on Microsoft Azure Aus

Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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Dynatrace has launched its platform on Microsoft Azure in Australia, allowing local customers to enhance cloud deployments with AI and analytics capabilities.
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Kaseya survey finds human behaviour a top cyber threat

Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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Kaseya's 2024 Cybersecurity Survey reveals human behaviour as the top concern for IT professionals, affecting 89% of respondents amid rising cyber threats.
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How to unlock efficiency dividends in digitally-minded Australian organisations

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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As Australian organisations seek greater efficiency, automation in IT infrastructure emerges as a vital strategy to boost productivity and reduce manual tasks.
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Aussie & Kiwi firms lag in post-quantum crypto readiness

Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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skills shortage
A new survey reveals a worrying disconnect in Australia and New Zealand between awareness and readiness for post-quantum cryptography, despite rising concerns.
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Deepfake threat worries 94% of IT professionals, report finds

Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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A report from IRONSCALES reveals that over 94% of IT professionals are concerned about deepfake technologies threatening cybersecurity amid a pivotal election year.
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Research shows workplace AI use outpaces security measures

Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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Ivanti's report reveals a disconnect as 81% of employees using Gen AI lack training, raising security concerns; only 13% of security pros prioritise user experience.
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UiPath report reveals 90% of automation pros adopting AI

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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A recent report from UiPath reveals that 90% of automation professionals are now integrating AI into their workflows, driven by a surge in productivity.
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SolarWinds named a leader in 2024 GigaOm Radar Reports

Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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SolarWinds named a Leader in GigaOm's 2024 Radar Reports for Network and Cloud Observability, praised for full-stack visibility and scalability.
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Hexaware partners with upGrad to train employees in Gen AI

Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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Hexaware Technologies partners with upGrad Enterprise to train 100+ employees in generative AI, aiming to enhance its AI-first strategy and bolster workforce skills.
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Pure Storage report highlights shift to cloud-native platforms

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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storage
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virtualisation
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open source
A new report by Pure Storage and Dimensional Research indicates a major shift towards cloud-native platforms, with 80% of IT pros planning new app builds in this realm.
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Protecting against the cost and impact of cyber crime

Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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Australian companies face a rising tide of cybercrime, with 47% hit by attacks last year, costing an average of AUD $4.1 million in damages and disruptions.
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Cybersecurity budgets surge but confidence gaps persist

Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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A report by Ivanti reveals a rise in cybersecurity budgets for 2024 as 71% of security experts navigate widening confidence gaps with non-IT leaders.
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AI Appreciation Day and the age of Gen AI

Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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Generative AI isn't just jargon—it's revolutionising IT. Explore its strategic value, cross-functional implementation, and trust-building transparency.
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Red Hat report reveals major security concerns with Kubernetes

Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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virtualisation
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Red Hat's latest State of Kubernetes Report reveals 46% of organisations suffered revenue or customer losses due to Kubernetes security incidents last year.
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Half of IT professionals uncertain of devices on their networks

Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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network infrastructure
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Half of IT pros believe unknown devices are on their networks, posing high risks, finds ACDS survey. Over two-thirds faced multiple data breaches in two years.
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AI implementation in IT: professionals voice concerns

Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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A SolarWinds report shows only 43% of IT professionals believe their databases are AI-ready, with data quality and security concerns as major hurdles.