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KnowBe4 integrates with Microsoft to boost email threat defence
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KnowBe4 has partnered with Microsoft to integrate AI-powered threat detection into Microsoft Defender for Office 365, enhancing email security for organisations.
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Emburse launches Sage Intacct Connector for enhanced spend control
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Emburse has launched the Sage Intacct Connector to streamline expense management and enhance spending control for small and mid-sized businesses.
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BackBox 8.0 automates hybrid network security & compliance
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BackBox 8.0 unifies and automates security and compliance across hybrid networks, helping firms manage on-premise and cloud assets with a single dashboard.
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Harness launches AI Test Automation for faster DevOps testing
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Harness launches AI Test Automation to speed up DevOps testing, cutting test creation time by 90% and boosting automation coverage for faster releases.
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Westcon-Comstor celebrates 40 years with focus on channel future
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Westcon-Comstor marks 40 years with USD $5.24bn sales, launching Future Ready to boost partners amid evolving AI, cybersecurity and cloud trends.
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LRN earns global recognition for financial services courses
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LRN has earned global accreditations for its financial services compliance courses from CISI, IBF Singapore and The CPD Certification Service.
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UK SMEs face rise in cyber attacks with average cost GBP £7,960
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Nearly 42% of UK SMEs face cyber attacks yearly, costing an average of GBP £7,960, amid widespread lack of staff cyber security training, says BT research.
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Growing gap revealed between AI innovation & enterprise security
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A new report reveals a widening gap between AI innovation and enterprise security, with 36% of firms struggling to keep up with generative AI risks.
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Lumenir launches new site to boost SIEM-as-a-Service in Australia
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Lumenir Cybersecurity has launched a new website to enhance its SIEM-as-a-Service offering, aiming to boost local threat detection and data sovereignty in Australia.
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Organisations lag in AI policies & skills as workplace use surges
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A global survey reveals 81% of staff use AI at work but only 28% of firms have formal AI policies, highlighting a critical gap in skills and risk management.
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Digital transformation: How to go faster-without losing control
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Digital transformation is vital for survival, but businesses must balance rapid innovation with strong governance to avoid costly risks and stay competitive.
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Fiji partners with Borderless CS to boost cybersecurity governance
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Fiji partners with Borderless CS to enhance cybersecurity governance and strengthen digital resilience through strategic talks on national frameworks and education.
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Beyond the legacy: Rethinking SIEMs in an age of cyber escalation
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Legacy SIEM systems struggle against rising cyber threats, prompting firms to embrace AI-driven security for faster, smarter defence and improved resilience.
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Cybersecurity staff face silence over breaches amid AI threats
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A Bitdefender report reveals 58% of UK cybersecurity staff face pressure to hide breaches amid rising AI-driven attacks and growing skills shortages.
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Over 40% of agentic AI projects set for cancellation by 2027
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Over 40% of agentic AI projects are predicted to be cancelled by 2027 due to costs, unclear value, and risk issues, finds Gartner research.
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Rapid7 launches agentic AI to boost SOC response & efficiency
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Rapid7 has launched agentic AI workflows within its MDR services to speed up SOC investigations, enhancing analyst efficiency and threat response accuracy.
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EcoOnline acquires D4H to strengthen crisis management platform
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EcoOnline has acquired crisis management software provider D4H to enhance its platform, integrating crisis readiness with its EHS and ESG solutions.
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Survey reveals staff use AI at work but lack policy awareness
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A survey of 12,000 workers across six countries finds 60% use AI at work, but under 20% know their company’s AI policy, exposing data security risks.
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JFrog & TL Consulting boost APAC software supply chain security
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JFrog partners with TL Consulting to enhance software supply chain security and governance for organisations across Asia Pacific using the JFrog Platform and expert consulting.
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ASIO’s declassified insights send powerful messages on protecting people, data centres, and buildings
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ASIO raises Australia's 2025 terrorism threat level to "probable", urging enhanced security for buildings, data centres and public spaces amid increasing complex threats.