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Spark appoints Patric Balmer as managed security service provider (MSSP) lead for its cyber defence business
Cybersecurity

Spark appoints Patric Balmer as managed security service provider (MSSP) lead for its cyber defence business

Patric Balmer has been appointed as its new managed security service provider (MSSP) lead for its cyber defence business.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 3rd Jun 2022

Global Stories

Defence stories

Rimini Street announces new suite of security solutions for enterprises
Cloud Services

Rimini Street announces new suite of security solutions for enterprises

Rimini Street has announced the launch of Rimini Protect, a new suite of security solutions set to provide a more comprehensive layer of security.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Jul 2022
Microsoft names ANZ Partner of the Year award winners
Unified Communications

Microsoft names ANZ Partner of the Year award winners

The awards recognise partners across the globe for their innovative use of Microsoft technologies to help customers succeed.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2022
Thales appoints Jeff Connolly as CEO
EduTech

Thales appoints Jeff Connolly as CEO

Jeff Connolly appointed CEO of Thales Australia, taking the reins from retiring CEO Chris Jenkins, effective September 1, 2022.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Jun 2022
Who is on Fortinet's new Public Sector Advisory Council?
Firewalls

Who is on Fortinet's new Public Sector Advisory Council?

Fortinet says its new Public Sector Advisory Council will expand its commitment to secure public sector organisations worldwide.

By Jessie Chiang • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Jun 2022
Radware expands partnership with eCommerce company
Cloud Services

Radware expands partnership with eCommerce company

Radware has made a million-dollar deal with a leading, multinational eCommerce company, expanding its existing relationship with the customer.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Mon, 30th May 2022
Versa Networks recognised as SASE leader in Govie Awards
Unified Communications

Versa Networks recognised as SASE leader in Govie Awards

Versa Networks has announced its SASE offering has been recognised in The Govies Government Security Awards competition by Security Today magazine.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Fri, 6th May 2022
NTT Research appoints Dr Al Emondi as head of partner strategy
NTT

NTT Research appoints Dr Al Emondi as head of partner strategy

Dr Al Emondi has been appointed head of partner strategy at NTT Research, tasked with optimizing existing partnerships and exploring new areas of growth.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2022
Zoom puts greater focus on the platform's security and privacy
Data Privacy

Zoom puts greater focus on the platform's security and privacy

Zoom has recently received a variety of third-party certifications, unveiled product innovations, and established programs, focusing on security and privacy.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2022
Attackers using Log4Shell vulnerability to deliver backdoors
Malware

Attackers using Log4Shell vulnerability to deliver backdoors

Attackers are using the Log4Shell vulnerability to deliver backdoors and profiling scripts to unpatched VMware Horizon servers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Apr 2022
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Atturra
Data Analytics

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Atturra

Atturra CEO Stephen Kowal shares valuable insights into the Asia-Pacific IT services landscape in this 10 Minute IT Jam.

By Mitchell Hageman • 6 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2022
Malicious cryptocurrency scheme targets Android and iOS users
Malware

Malicious cryptocurrency scheme targets Android and iOS users

Researchers have discovered a sophisticated malicious cryptocurrency scheme that targets mobile devices running Android or iOS.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Mar 2022
Secureworks sees 200% ARR increase, record customer growth
Cybersecurity

Secureworks sees 200% ARR increase, record customer growth

Secureworks has revealed 200% Taegis annual recurring revenue (ARR) growth and record customer growth in its fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2022 results.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Mar 2022
Pentera appoints Alex Spivakovski as Vice President of Research
EduTech

Pentera appoints Alex Spivakovski as Vice President of Research

Former IDF tech officer Alex Spivakovski becomes VP of Research at cybersecurity firm Pentera, after instrumental role in expansion of validation platform.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2022
Macquarie Government appoints Mike Foster as Director of Strategic Growth
Cloud Services

Macquarie Government appoints Mike Foster as Director of Strategic Growth

Macquarie Government has appointed former CEO of Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand, Mike Foster, as Director of Strategic Growth.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2022
Google to acquire Mandiant in new deal worth $US5.4 billion
Software-as-a-Service

Google to acquire Mandiant in new deal worth $US5.4 billion

Google and Mandiant announced today that they have entered a deal for Google to acquire the dynamic cyber defence and response company.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Mar 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Defence stories

Supply chain blindspots impede Australian ESG progress
Supply Chain

Supply chain blindspots impede Australian ESG progress

The availability of crucial supply chain data is preventing organisations from meeting their environmental, social, and governance goals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Apr 2022