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How to outsmart ransomware and build resilience within your organisation

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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As ransomware threats escalate, organisations must fortify themselves with strategies like advanced threat detection and phishing education to safeguard operations.
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Cybercrime surges as global threat to national security

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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Cybercrime has overtaken state-sponsored hacking as the main online threat, with healthcare and energy sectors particularly vulnerable, warns Google.
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Elastic appoints Jeremy Pell as ANZ area vice president

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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Elastic has appointed Jeremy Pell as Area Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost growth and customer satisfaction in a competitive market.
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Tū Ātea to build New Zealand's first private 5G network

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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Tū Ātea is set to launch New Zealand's first commercial Private 5G network at CentrePort, enhancing connectivity for the vital Wellington port operations.
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Commvault launches secure cloud solution with CIS images

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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Commvault has launched an innovative solution with CIS-hardened images for cloud deployment, enhancing security and compliance across major platforms.
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BeyondTrust launches AI tool to bolster identity security

Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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BeyondTrust has unveiled True Privilege, an AI-driven tool aimed at strengthening identity security by revealing hidden access paths in complex IT settings.
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SolarWinds to be acquired by Turn/River for USD $4.4bn

Sun, 9th Feb 2025
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SolarWinds has struck a deal to be acquired by Turn/River Capital for around USD $4.4 billion, offering shareholders a premium of 35% per share.
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How IT security is evolving from products to enabler

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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As businesses navigate digital transformation, CISOs are urged to shift focus from mere defence to strategic enablers, driving operational growth and resilience.
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Hitachi & Cisco launch new solution for OpenShift users

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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Hitachi Vantara and Cisco unveil a co-engineered solution for Red Hat OpenShift, optimising hybrid cloud application deployment for enterprises.
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Infinigate boosts revenue by 14%, surpassing EUR €2 billion

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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Infinigate has reported a 14% revenue increase across EMEA and ANZ in the last quarter, surpassing EUR €2 billion globally amid economic challenges.
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Deel secures significant $300 million from new investors

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Deel has secured nearly $300 million from new anchor investors, pushing its annual run-rate to $800 million, a 70% year-on-year growth.
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Deepfake threat looms for B2B marketing leaders, says report

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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A Forrester report reveals deepfake technology poses urgent risks to B2B marketing, with 80% of firms unprepared for its threat to business integrity.
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Quest launches new solutions for cyber resilience boost

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Quest Software has launched two innovative solutions, Security Guardian Shields Up and Disaster Recovery for Identity, to bolster cyber resilience against daily identity attacks.
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Pure Storage unveils an upgraded reseller partner programme

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Pure Storage has launched an upgraded Reseller Partner Programme designed to boost profitability for partners and address the growing demand for flash technology.
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Nutanix: GenAI strategies prioritise security & scaling

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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A new Nutanix report reveals that over 80% of enterprises have embraced Generative AI, yet 95% face significant security challenges in its implementation.
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Qualys launches mROC Partner Alliance for cyber risk

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Qualys has launched the Managed Risk Operations Center Partner Alliance, enabling partners to offer integrated services for managing cyber risks effectively.
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IFS reports strongest financial results for 2024

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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IFS has announced record financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024, with ARR exceeding EUR €1 billion driven by strong demand for Industrial AI solutions.
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IT leaders advocate for stricter email authentication rules

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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A recent study by EasyDMARC reveals that 87% of IT leaders support expanding email authentication to tackle phishing and spam, following Google's and Yahoo's earlier mandates.
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Cyber report reveals record 5,263 ransomware attacks

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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A record 5,263 ransomware attacks were documented in 2024, according to NCC Group, raising serious concerns over cyber security vulnerabilities worldwide.
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Exclusive: Cloud and AI reshaping physical security in ANZ region

Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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In Australia and New Zealand, economic uncertainty is driving a shift in security practices, as firms seek pragmatic solutions in cloud and AI technologies.