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Attackers sharpen skills, so must CISO's
Malware

Attackers sharpen skills, so must CISO's

As attackers up their game, it's critical CISOs stay ahead by understanding new threats in mobile and social tech, says IBM report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2013
Ellison skips Oracle keynote for America's Cup
Oracle

Ellison skips Oracle keynote for America's Cup

With over 60,000 people registered to attend this year's OpenWorld conference, hundreds streamed out of the centre after hearing the news.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2013
What the best in business look for when hiring...
LinkedIn

What the best in business look for when hiring...

For those seeking a job, the rigorous application and interview process can be harrowing. But spare some sympathy for the hiring managers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2013
Industry leaders worry over data breaches
Malware

Industry leaders worry over data breaches

An overwhelming majority of business leaders believe their customers and clients worry about breaches of personal data held by their organisations.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2013
Mako Networks makes AirTight Wi-Fi deal
Wireless Networks

Mako Networks makes AirTight Wi-Fi deal

Mako Networks and AirTight Networks reveal new reciprocal agreement to bundle Mako's network management system and AirTight's Wi-Fi technology.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2013
Data loss… affecting over 50% of organisations says Check Point
Malware

Data loss… affecting over 50% of organisations says Check Point

Worldwide leader in securing the internet has revealed a damning new report, in which over 50% of organisations have suffered data loss during the past year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2013
Apple's record-breaking iPhone tops 9 million sales
Apple

Apple's record-breaking iPhone tops 9 million sales

Apple shifts a record-breaking nine million new iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c models, just three days after the launch of the new iPhones on September 20.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2013
BlackBerry bites the bullet with US$4.7bn private deal
BlackBerry

BlackBerry bites the bullet with US$4.7bn private deal

The struggling Canadian smartphone maker, reeling from a string of poor device sales, enters acquisition agreement with Toronto-based private equity consortium.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2013
Big Data hype rises among ambitious organisations
Data Analytics

Big Data hype rises among ambitious organisations

There appears to be some substance behind the big data hype, according to a Gartner survey of IT and business executives.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2013
VMware calls on 25 years of experience as new Asia GM
Virtualisation

VMware calls on 25 years of experience as new Asia GM

New man replaces the retiring Andrew Dutton, who will continue to lead the virtualisation and cloud infrastructure company in the region for the next month.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2013
Apple CEO joins Twitter #followsAppStore
Apple

Apple CEO joins Twitter #followsAppStore

Apple's Tim Cook joines Twitter, amassing 200k followers in days and follows all things Apple, showcasing his immense influence and reach.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2013
Great News for Smart Retailers!
Wireless Networks

Great News for Smart Retailers!

Find out how smart wireless technology from Aerohive Networks can transform your retail store performance. Register now for a FREE trial!.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2013
Microsoft: Office for iPad and Android tablets nearing…
Microsoft

Microsoft: Office for iPad and Android tablets nearing…

Microsoft CEO, Steve Ballmer, hints at the possibility of Microsoft Office moving to iPad and Android tablets.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2013
iPhone 5S flies off the shelves as fights break out
Apple

iPhone 5S flies off the shelves as fights break out

Less than 24 hours after the iPhone 5S went on sale across nine countries, Apple had sold out its entire September stock, leading to on street fighting….

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2013
Dell defeats Samsung in PC monitor stakes after 7 years
Network Infrastructure

Dell defeats Samsung in PC monitor stakes after 7 years

For the first time since 2007, Dell outshines Samsung in PC monitor sales, soaring to the top with 5 million units shipped in Q2 2013.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2013
BBM for Android and iOS available this weekend…
iOS

BBM for Android and iOS available this weekend…

Previously exclusive to BlackBerry smartphones, BBM will be available as a free download in Google Play and the App StoreSM.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2013
Review: CyberPower BRICs LCD Series UPS BR650ELCD
Gaming

Review: CyberPower BRICs LCD Series UPS BR650ELCD

Review finds CyberPower BRICs LCD Series UPS an essential, power-saving ally for SMEs, despite its heavyweight and techy setup.

By Courtney Sit • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2013
LinkedIn pledges member data commitment
Cybersecurity

LinkedIn pledges member data commitment

LinkedIn has been in discussions with the US government for months as it tries to release transparency reports containing national security-related data.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2013
Bing steps out the Search Box with new design
Microsoft

Bing steps out the Search Box with new design

Bing unveils a bold redesign, merges semantic and social search, and enhances its role across Microsoft's offerings, aiming for a seamless user experience.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2013