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Kaspersky updates mobile apps with enhanced security & UX features
Virtual Private Networks

Kaspersky updates mobile apps with enhanced security & UX features

Kaspersky has launched upgraded iOS and Android apps, enhancing security and privacy features to meet the growing cybersecurity needs of mobile users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
AI implementation in IT: professionals voice concerns
Multi-cloud

AI implementation in IT: professionals voice concerns

A SolarWinds report shows only 43% of IT professionals believe their databases are AI-ready, with data quality and security concerns as major hurdles.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Enpass launches new password manager integrated with Google Workspace
DataCentre infrastructure

Enpass launches new password manager integrated with Google Workspace

Enpass has launched a new password management solution integrated with Google Workspace, aiming to enhance compliance, sharing, and security.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
$400b loss for 2,000 firms after 'unavoidable' cyber attacks
Ransomware

$400b loss for 2,000 firms after 'unavoidable' cyber attacks

Thousands of global firms face a staggering annual loss of USD $400 billion due to unplanned downtime, revealed in a Splunk report.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024
Exclusive: DigiCert's CEO emphasises quantum readiness
Fintech

Exclusive: DigiCert's CEO emphasises quantum readiness

DigiCert CEO Amit Sinha emphasised digital trust's pivotal role in cybersecurity, stressing the need for quantum readiness and AI advancements.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024
Pegasystems expands Pega GenAI with AWS & Google Cloud models
Hyperscale

Pegasystems expands Pega GenAI with AWS & Google Cloud models

Pegasystems announces the expansion of its Pega GenAI capabilities, integrating AWS and Google Cloud's AI models, set to be available in mid-2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Technology leaders prioritise AI despite challenges ahead - IDC
Unified Communications

Technology leaders prioritise AI despite challenges ahead - IDC

Despite challenges, global tech leaders are prioritising AI to drive growth, with 81% expecting moderate to high growth and 42% prioritising AI investments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Lenovo unveils ThinkSystem V4 to make AI more accessible
Hybrid Cloud

Lenovo unveils ThinkSystem V4 to make AI more accessible

Lenovo's ThinkSystem V4 portfolio, powered by Intel Xeon 6 processors, aims to democratise AI for businesses, enhancing workflow implementation, security, and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Apple unveils AI innovation for iPhone, iPad, & Mac
Marketing Technologies

Apple unveils AI innovation for iPhone, iPad, & Mac

Apple introduces Apple Intelligence, a transformative AI for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, blending generative models and privacy features in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Apple unveils major privacy updates with Private Cloud Compute
Encryption

Apple unveils major privacy updates with Private Cloud Compute

Apple unveils major privacy advancements with Private Cloud Compute, fortified Apple Intelligence, and enhanced user control in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
What is MFA bombing? Apple users were targeted using this phishing technique
Multi-factor authentication

What is MFA bombing? Apple users were targeted using this phishing technique

Apple users are being targeted with 'MFA bombing,' a phishing method that exploits repeated password prompts and spoofed calls to gain account access.

By Stephen Kho • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Thales launches Passwordless 360 to revolutionise authentication
Identity and Access Management

Thales launches Passwordless 360 to revolutionise authentication

Thales unveils Passwordless 360, an enterprise passwordless authentication system aimed at bolstering security, cutting costs, and simplifying access management.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Amplitude launches Snowflake native analytics at summit
Marketing Technologies

Amplitude launches Snowflake native analytics at summit

Amplitude unveils its Snowflake native offering, allowing businesses to conduct product analytics directly within Snowflake. Free access for startups up to five users.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024
Cisco & Splunk reveal unified observability partnership
Security Information and Event Management

Cisco & Splunk reveal unified observability partnership

Cisco has unveiled a major collaboration with Splunk at Cisco Live, introducing advanced unified observability solutions aimed at enhancing digital experiences and security for enterprises.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024

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Singapore MSPs moving towards AI but face knowledge gaps
Unified Communications

Singapore MSPs moving towards AI but face knowledge gaps

A Barracuda Networks report reveals significant shifts in Singapore's MSP sector, with rising AI use and cloud marketplaces amid concerns over AI competence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024
Lucinity launches AI copilot plug-in at Money2020 Europe
Customer Relationship Management

Lucinity launches AI copilot plug-in at Money2020 Europe

Lucinity unveils an advanced AI copilot plug-in at Money2020 Europe, promising instant ROI and up to 90% productivity boosts for financial institutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2024
UK managers see AI benefits despite data security concerns
EduTech

UK managers see AI benefits despite data security concerns

86% of UK managers believe AI can boost their effectiveness, but concerns about data privacy persist, with 33% expressing reservations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024