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APAC CIOs face cyber threats despite rising security spend
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Over half of APAC CIOs find security patch systems too complex as 91% report cybersecurity incidents despite increased spending, revealing critical gaps.
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Experts urge strong identity measures as password risks grow
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Cyber security experts warn organisations to strengthen password and identity management as breaches rise globally, highlighting risks from both human and machine identities.
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Waratek names Rimini Street exclusive Pinnacle Partner globally
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Waratek names Rimini Street its sole Pinnacle Partner after eight years, recognising Rimini's exclusive expertise in global implementation of Waratek solutions.
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Barracuda: One in five firms faces monthly email account attacks
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Barracuda's 2025 Email Threats Report finds attackers now hide malicious links in attachments, urging use of AI to detect rising phishing and account takeovers.
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Netskope One upgrades boost AI data protection & visibility
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Netskope enhances its Netskope One platform to boost AI security, expanding data management and safeguarding private apps amid rising AI adoption in enterprises.
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Why manufacturing execution systems are now a strategic imperative
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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The manufacturing execution system market, valued at USD $14.88bn in 2024, is set to hit USD $41.78bn by 2032 amid rising demand for digital transformation.
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Commvault unveils enhanced Cleanroom Recovery to cut downtime
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Commvault launches enhanced Cleanroom Recovery with 'Factory Reset' to accelerate infrastructure restoration and reduce downtime post-cyberattacks.
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What if security solutions could help your business reach their sustainability goals?
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Security solutions can now help businesses cut energy use, reduce waste, and boost sustainability, proving every 1% in progress truly counts.
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Reolink partners with Home Assistant for local privacy upgrades
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Reolink partners with Home Assistant to offer enhanced privacy and seamless smart home integration for most cameras, excluding 4G models, via local network processing.
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GoTo Connect AI Receptionist helps firms cut costs & grow
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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The GoTo Connect AI Receptionist helps businesses cut costs and boost revenues by ensuring every call is answered, saving time and improving customer satisfaction.
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NetFoundry gains USD $12 million funding for secure networking
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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NetFoundry has raised USD $12 million in venture capital led by SYN Ventures, advancing its military-grade software-defined secure networking platform.
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NZ submarine cables are 'attractive espionage targets', officials warn
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Officials alert PM that submarine cables, vital for vast data transfers, are attractive espionage targets amid global concerns over their security.
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Police warned over shifting information to Microsoft cloud services
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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Police warned of 'very high' privacy risks in shifting sensitive data to Microsoft's cloud, amid a cautious trial in Wellington started in 2023.
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AppOmni launches protocol server to boost security teams
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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AppOmni launches the world's first SaaS security Model Context Protocol server, speeding up incident investigations and enhancing AI-driven security tool integration.
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New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid sweeping law reforms
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid employment law reforms, easing compliance with Leave Act updates, grievance rules, and safety regulations.
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Endava partners with OpenAI to drive enterprise growth
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Endava formalises its partnership with OpenAI, joining the Beta Services Partner Program to advance AI-driven business transformation globally.
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Essential Eight: Full cyber resilience through compliance
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Treat the Essential Eight as a dynamic roadmap for cyber resilience, not a box-ticking task; it cuts risk, boosts uptime, and builds trust long-term.
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Calabrio boosts contact centres with over 70 new AI features
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Calabrio unveils 70+ new AI-driven features in Calabrio ONE, boosting efficiency and customer service in contact centres, available within six months.
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X-PHY unveils real-time on-device deepfake detection tool
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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X-PHY launches on-device deepfake detector, promising up to 90% accuracy to identify AI-generated media without internet connectivity.
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Rimini Street appoints Joe Locandro as executive Vice President
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Rimini Street appoints Joe Locandro as EVP and CIO to lead global IT and innovation, boosting resilient solutions for its worldwide clients.