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Best Practice stories - Page 69

Bitsight

BitSight continues to grow as demand for security ratings increases

Tue, 11th Feb 2020
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BitSight's solutions are based on a collection of cybersecurity performance data, which surpassed 200 billion data points collected per day in FY 2020.
Tech guidelines

Revealed: Best practices for embedded systems in a world of cyber attacks

Tue, 11th Feb 2020
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The Trusted Computing Group has issued new best practices for updating firmware and software in embedded systems to combat rising cyber threats in IoT devices.
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SolarWinds strengthens hybrid IT database portfolio

Fri, 7th Feb 2020
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SolarWinds strengthens its database management portfolio with the addition of Database Performance Monitor (DPM) for cloud-native environments.
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Kiwis think benefits of the internet outweigh the negatives

Tue, 4th Feb 2020
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Despite ongoing security concerns, new research from InternetNZ reveals that 90% of New Zealanders believe the benefits of the internet outweigh the negatives.
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Google launches two new cloud certifications

Mon, 3rd Feb 2020
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hyperscale
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public cloud
The invite-only Google Cloud Certified Fellow programme for technical leaders and the Cloud DevOps Engineer certification.
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Melinda Gates behind $50m drive to get women into tech

Mon, 3rd Feb 2020
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social enterprise
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founders
Melinda Gates is spearheading a US$50 million initiative to bolster female representation in tech through GET Cities, targeting US-based emerging tech hubs.
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As AI accelerates, focus on road conditions - SAS

Mon, 3rd Feb 2020
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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risk & compliance
AI is becoming integral to business operations, but firms must address potential pitfalls, such as governance and cultural challenges, to sustain progress.
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VR spells virtual trouble for some regulators

Thu, 30th Jan 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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data privacy
As VR's global popularity surges, regulators face challenges on privacy, IP theft, and content disputes, prompting new policies and stricter scrutiny.
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WatchGuard recognised as a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for Network Firewalls

Thu, 30th Jan 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
WatchGuard has been honoured as a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for Network Firewalls, reflecting positive feedback from end-user professionals.
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Hybrid cloud services to drive APAC enterprise cloud services revenue

Wed, 29th Jan 2020
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hybrid cloud
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iaas
Hybrid cloud services will propel enterprise cloud revenue in the Asia Pacific to USD $256bn by 2023, up from USD $107.6bn in 2018, reports GlobalData.
Redscan

Redscan recognised with CREST accreditation for SOC

Fri, 24th Jan 2020
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accreditation
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redscan
Redscan has received accreditation from CREST for its Security Operations Centre (SOC), confirming its place among top security providers.
Fireeye

FireEye snaps up Cloudvisory, looks to extend cloud security offerings

Thu, 23rd Jan 2020
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cloud security
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multi-cloud
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breach prevention
FireEye acquires Cloudvisory to bolster cloud security offerings with enhanced multi-cloud monitoring and compliance tools, integrating them into FireEye Helix.
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Govt's digital trade deal good news for Kiwi business

Wed, 22nd Jan 2020
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trade
New Zealand's digital economy is set to flourish as a landmark digital trade deal is signed with Singapore and Chile, says NZTech's Muller.
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Check Point report highlights latest cyber-threats worldwide

Tue, 21st Jan 2020
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cloud security
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botnet
Check Point Research's 2020 Cyber Security Report reveals rising threats such as cryptominers, botnets, and targeted ransomware against global organisations.
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Five security risks faced in the modern workplace - Empired

Mon, 20th Jan 2020
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phishing
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email security
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dlp
According to the Australian Government Department of Communications, the average cost of an individual cybersecurity breach to a business is $276,000.
Ransomware

Veritas: PCs running Windows 7 vulnerable to ransomware

Fri, 17th Jan 2020
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
With Windows 7 support ending on January 14, Veritas Technologies warns 26% of PCs will face increased ransomware risks, urging swift preparations.
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Diversity & Inclusion starter kit to help Asia Pacific organisations

Thu, 19th Dec 2019
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gender diversity
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esg
Culture Amp offers free Diversity - Inclusion starter kit to Singapore and Asia Pacific organizations, aiming to address workplace diversity deficit.
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Wontok: Are e-wallets a threat to society?

Tue, 17th Dec 2019
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fintech
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mobile wallet
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opinion
As e-wallets gain popularity, criminals find new ways to exploit our behaviours and beliefs. Are we trading convenience for vulnerability?.
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Equifax breach vulnerability surfaces as top network attack in Q3 2019

Mon, 16th Dec 2019
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Equifax breach vulnerability from Apache Struts tops WatchGuard's Q3 2019 list of network attacks, highlighting rising malware and zero-day threats.
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Snowflake furthers AWS integration with AI/ML certification

Mon, 9th Dec 2019
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Snowflake strengthens ties with AWS by achieving AI/ML Competency status, enhancing its cloud data platform's integration and customer experience.