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Debunking cloud native security risks

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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The shift to cloud-native development is revolutionising business operations, but outdated security practices leave these environments vulnerable to modern threats.
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$400b loss for 2,000 firms after 'unavoidable' cyber attacks

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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Thousands of global firms face a staggering annual loss of USD $400 billion due to unplanned downtime, revealed in a Splunk report.
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Survey reveals AI-led security critical for business growth

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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A survey by OpenText Cybersecurity reveals 92.5% of businesses see AI-led security as crucial for growth, with MSPs and MSSPs prioritising AI integration.
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Rural Connectivity Group completes 500th cell site in NZ

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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The Rural Connectivity Group celebrates a milestone with its 500th rural cell site, boosting wireless access for 33,000 homes in remote Aotearoa.
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Acronis launches XDR to enhance MSPs' security offerings

Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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Acronis has launched Acronis XDR, enhancing its cybersecurity solutions for MSPs with streamlined integration across data protection and endpoint management.
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N-able introduces Standby Image feature to boost VMware ESXi disaster recovery

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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N-able enhances its Cove Data Protection by adding the Standby Image feature to VMware ESXi, boosting disaster recovery options for IT professionals and MSPs.
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Arrow Electronics wins top accolade at Rubrik Global Awards

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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Arrow Electronics has clinched the Distribution Partner of the Year award at the 2024 Rubrik Global Partner Awards, highlighting its excellence in delivering innovative data security solutions.
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Darktrace launches AI-powered Managed Detection & Response service

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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Darktrace unveils its Managed Detection and Response service, enhancing AI-driven security with 24/7 human analyst support to counter rising cyber threats.
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CrowdStrike launches Falcon for Insurability to aid cyber insurers

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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CrowdStrike's new Falcon for Insurability initiative aims to lower underwriting risks for cyber insurers and enhance organisations' cyber resilience using AI-powered defences.
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Vertiv unveils 2023 report with new environmental initiatives

Fri, 7th Jun 2024
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Vertiv's 2023 Responsible Business Report outlines progress on sustainability and unveils the One Vertiv, One World plan to enhance environmental and community impacts.
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Christchurch tech firms team up for geoscience education tool

Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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Two Christchurch-based tech firms, Seequent and CerebralFix, launch Visible Geology, an immersive 3D educational tool to combat global shortages in earth scientists.
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RestorePoint.ai appoints Shawn Hank as Vice President

Thu, 6th Jun 2024
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RestorePoint.ai appoints Shawn Hank as VP of Solution Architecture, aiming to boost the modularity, scalability, and security of its secure managed data services.
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Digital trust underfunded despite its growing importance

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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A new ISACA report reveals organisations worldwide recognise the rising importance of digital trust but substantially underfund initiatives.
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Vertiv's 2023 report shows strides in sustainability efforts

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Vertiv's 2023 Responsible Business Report unveils the “One Vertiv, One World” plan, detailing strides in environmental impact and governance.
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Porsche extends partnership with NetApp for exclusive data solutions

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Porsche Motorsport extends its partnership with NetApp, enhancing data solutions for racing divisions like IMSA, WEC, and the TAG Heuer Formula E Team.
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ExtraHop appoints Rachna Kumar as senior channel sales manager

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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ExtraHop appoints Rachna Kumar as Senior Channel Sales Manager for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to strengthen its ANZ channel and cybersecurity presence.
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Cybercrime costs New Zealanders $6.6 million in Q1

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Cybercrime hits New Zealand hard in early 2024, with financial losses topping NZD $6.6 million, reveals CERT NZ's latest report, despite fewer incident reports.
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Object First announces 192TB upgrade for backup storage solution

Tue, 4th Jun 2024
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Object First has announced a major upgrade to its ransomware-proof backup storage, boosting capacity up to 192TB per node and 768TB per cluster.
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CrowdStrike & eSentire expand partnership for AI security boost

Fri, 31st May 2024
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CrowdStrike and eSentire broaden their strategic partnership, integrating threat intelligence and AI-native cybersecurity to enhance global MDR protection.
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US consumers spend USD $331.6 billion online in first quarter 2024

Thu, 30th May 2024
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US consumers spent USD $331.6 billion online in Q1 2024, with groceries, electronics, and apparel driving growth, Adobe Analytics reveals.