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Global ransomware attacks dip below average in June 2024

Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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Global ransomware attacks dipped below annual averages in June 2024, with significant declines in activity from LockBit 3.0.
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Cohesity named Leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for fifth year

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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cyber attacks
Cohesity secures its fifth consecutive Leader title in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant, spotlighting its AI-powered data security and innovation prowess.
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Claroty announces multi-year collaboration with AWS on CPS security

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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advanced persistent threat protection
Claroty partners with AWS to bolster cyber-physical systems security through a multi-year collaboration, targeting organisations integrating cloud technologies.
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Crypto market plummets 20% amid global financial downturn

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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crypto
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blockchain
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The cryptocurrency market plummets nearly 20%, dropping to USD $1.76 trillion, as Bitcoin and Ethereum face double-digit declines.
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AttackIQ launches Flex 2.0 for advanced security testing

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
AttackIQ releases Flex 2.0, an agentless breach simulation solution with enhanced performance insights and compliance support for DORA and NIST frameworks.
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CrowdStrike outage highlights tech flaws: experts demand better cybersecurity

Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
The recent CrowdStrike outage, affecting 8.5 million devices globally, has raised urgent calls for improved cybersecurity measures and rigorous software testing.
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Commvault expands cybersecurity ecosystem with key integrations

Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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malware
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data protection
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data analytics
Commvault expands cybersecurity ecosystem by integrating with Acante, Dasera, Google Cloud, Splunk, and Wiz, enhancing data protection and cyber resilience solutions.
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Panasonic partners with Siemens for cloud transformation strategy

Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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Panasonic adopts Siemens' Teamcenter X cloud PLM solution to accelerate digitalisation in product development, reducing costs and enhancing competitiveness.
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Westcon sees significant growth in revenue for FY2024

Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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network infrastructure
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ai
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cloud services
Westcon reports robust FY2024 financials with significant revenue growth driven by strategic investments in cloud services and cybersecurity solutions.
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Panasonic New Zealand reports annual financial performance amidst market challenges

Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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Panasonic NZ reports resilient performance with $148.2M in revenue and a 28.5% gross profit margin despite facing economic headwinds and market challenges.
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Hornetsecurity updates backup solution for Microsoft Planner

Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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data protection
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dr
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data privacy
Hornetsecurity has unveiled an upgrade to its 365 Total Backup solution, now including robust backup and recovery for Microsoft Planner, free for customers.
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Organisations urged to take a proactive approach to ransomware threats

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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ransomware
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With July designated Ransomware Awareness Month, organisations are urged to understand ransomware threats and adopt proactive strategies for better cyber resilience.
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Accenture & SandboxAQ enhance partnership to boost data security

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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ransomware
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data analytics
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encryption
Accenture and SandboxAQ are deepening their partnership to improve data security, addressing encryption needs amidst rising threats from AI and quantum computing.
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Why MSSPs should shift from 'fear' to 'value' as a sales tactic

Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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edutech
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physical security
Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) are urged to shift from fear-based sales tactics to value-centric strategies, fostering client trust and growth.
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Microsoft outage exposes need for advanced security measures

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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microsoft
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outlook
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Microsoft's 365 Office and cloud services suffered major outages, sparking calls for AI-powered tech to combat growing DDoS attacks and misconfigurations.
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Commvault integrates enhanced backup for Microsoft 365 platform

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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microsoft
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Commvault has launched an upgraded integration for Microsoft 365 users, improving cyber resilience with enhanced backup and recovery capabilities on Azure.
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Global ransomware attacks drop in June as law enforcement intensifies

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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ransomware
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microsoft
Global ransomware attacks dropped below this year's average in June for the first time in 2024, with 331 incidents amid increased law enforcement pressure.
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Forrester forecasts 4% rise in Australian tech spending for 2024

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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agricultural technology
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cx
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Australia's tech spending is set to rise by 4% in 2024 despite formidable economic headwinds, according to Forrester's latest forecast.
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Akamai report reveals 65% rise in API & app attacks in APJ

Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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application security
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api
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cybersecurity
Akamai's latest report reveals a 65% hike in web attacks on APIs and applications in APJ, peaking in June 2024 with 4.8 billion incidents.
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How CFOs can work with human resources and IT teams through cross-functional collaboration

Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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Modern CFOs now collaborate closely with HR and IT teams, driving strategy and organisational growth while facing economic pressures and talent challenges.