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Bugcrowd expands with global CREST accreditation achievement
Data Protection

Bugcrowd expands with global CREST accreditation achievement

Bugcrowd has secured global CREST accreditation, expanding its penetration testing services to the US, Australia, and Singapore following a key acquisition.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2024
DuploCloud launches cost-effective observability suite
Software-as-a-Service

DuploCloud launches cost-effective observability suite

DuploCloud has launched its Advanced Observability Suite, providing deep application insights at a fraction of the usual cost, enhancing cloud service efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Dave Schneider joins Logpoint as VP of marketing
Security Information and Event Management

Dave Schneider joins Logpoint as VP of marketing

Logpoint has appointed Dave Schneider as Vice President of Marketing, tasked with enhancing the company's global strategy and driving growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Vectra AI enhances platform with new Azure defences
Ransomware

Vectra AI enhances platform with new Azure defences

Vectra AI has expanded its cybersecurity platform to enhance defences for Microsoft Azure, adding over 40 new attacker behaviour detections amid rising threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Trellis Data unveils speedier, greener AI decoding tech
Customer Experience

Trellis Data unveils speedier, greener AI decoding tech

Trellis Data has launched a new AI decoding method, Dynamic Depth Decoding, which could cut computational needs by 68.4% and speed up processes significantly.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Yubico seeks FIPS 140-3 validation for YubiKey 5 series
Encryption

Yubico seeks FIPS 140-3 validation for YubiKey 5 series

Yubico is progressing towards FIPS 140-3 validation for its YubiKey 5 FIPS Series, submitting it to the Cryptographic Module Validation Program following successful testing.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Vectra AI enhances platform with 40 new Azure detections
Semiconductors

Vectra AI enhances platform with 40 new Azure detections

Vectra AI has launched an upgraded platform featuring over 40 new behaviour detections to boost security for Microsoft Azure amid rising cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
AI advancements pose challenges for cybersecurity sector
Zero Trust Security

AI advancements pose challenges for cybersecurity sector

The Chartered Institute of Information Security's report reveals 54% of professionals fear AI will benefit attackers more than defenders amid rising cybersecurity challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
BlueVoyant report shows decline in supply chain breaches
Unified Communications

BlueVoyant report shows decline in supply chain breaches

A new study by BlueVoyant reveals 81% of organisations faced supply chain breaches last year, despite advances in third-party risk management efforts.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
Logpoint named leader in IDC MarketScape SIEM for SMB 2024
Data Protection

Logpoint named leader in IDC MarketScape SIEM for SMB 2024

Logpoint has been named a Leader in IDC MarketScape's Worldwide SIEM for SMB 2024, highlighting its advanced capabilities for cyber threat detection.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
ADT Security announces re-entry into security guarding
IoT Security

ADT Security announces re-entry into security guarding

ADT Security is re-entering Australasia's guarding market with Signature Security Group, launching AI-driven video guarding and live response.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Eighteen Australians awarded 2025 John Monash Scholarships
Space

Eighteen Australians awarded 2025 John Monash Scholarships

Eighteen Australians have been awarded the prestigious John Monash Scholarships for 2025, recognising leaders in fields like aerospace and cancer research.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Microsoft warns of AI-driven cyber threats & ransomware rise
Unified Communications

Microsoft warns of AI-driven cyber threats & ransomware rise

Microsoft's Digital Defense Report highlights a rise in cyber threats, naming Australia as the sixth most targeted nation with a 2.75-fold increase in ransomware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024

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SquareX unveils browser security tech at Melbourne CyberCon
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

SquareX unveils browser security tech at Melbourne CyberCon

SquareX unveils its innovative Browser Detection and Response solution at the AISA Melbourne CyberCon 2024, targeting rising browser-based cyber threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Apricorn boosts storage in Aegis Secure Key 3NX line
Storage

Apricorn boosts storage in Aegis Secure Key 3NX line

Apricorn has expanded its Aegis Secure Key 3NX line, now offering hardware-encrypted USB drives with storage up to 512GB for enhanced data protection.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Preparing for the quantum era: Safeguarding Australia against future encryption threats
Unified Communications

Preparing for the quantum era: Safeguarding Australia against future encryption threats

Ahead of the MilCIS conference, Australian defence experts warn of the urgent need to address the looming threats of quantum computing to encryption.

By Andrew Wilson • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024
Fujitsu launches dedicated AWS cloud practice in Australia
Digital Transformation

Fujitsu launches dedicated AWS cloud practice in Australia

Fujitsu has launched a dedicated AWS practice in Australia to provide comprehensive cloud solutions as the local market nears AUD $38.1 billion by 2027.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024