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What makes the Cerber ransomware so agile?
Malware

What makes the Cerber ransomware so agile?

The Cerber ransomware has been one of the most nimble, varied and dominant malware strains on the market — almost neck-and-neck with Locky.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
Dell EMC launches refreshed portfolio with IT transformation focus
Network Infrastructure

Dell EMC launches refreshed portfolio with IT transformation focus

Only 5% of respondents are currently prepared to meet the IT requirements of digitally transformed businesses with modern platforms.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
AI, cybersecurity critical skills for IT professionals - but upskilling isn't easy
Brocade

AI, cybersecurity critical skills for IT professionals - but upskilling isn't easy

IT professionals view AI as a critical skill moving forward according to a new report which also highlights the skills shortage impact on businesses.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
Hungry 'Fatboy' ransomware uses Big Mac Index to geotarget ransom demands
Malware

Hungry 'Fatboy' ransomware uses Big Mac Index to geotarget ransom demands

The Fatboy ransomware is able to use the Big Mac Index, created in 1986, to determine the cost of living for a particular geographic location.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
Nuance adds deep learning to enterprise speech recognition offerings
Microsoft

Nuance adds deep learning to enterprise speech recognition offerings

Nuance's enterprise speech recognition solutions just got a little smarter with the addition of a next-gen speech engine, leveraging deep learning.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
The importance of integration in enterprise applications
Unified Communications

The importance of integration in enterprise applications

Tech's evolution ushers in the era where seamless integration is vital for enterprise success; firms race to adapt.

By Mike Saxton • 3 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
Japan data intelligence firm buys Melbourne-based Space-Time Research
Data Analytics

Japan data intelligence firm buys Melbourne-based Space-Time Research

A Japanese business intelligence and analytics firm has bought out Melbourne-based software company Space-Time research.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
Deloitte adds dedicated DevOps capability with Strut Digital acquisition
DevOps

Deloitte adds dedicated DevOps capability with Strut Digital acquisition

Deloitte is bolstering its DevOps capability, acquiring boutique managed service provider and DevOps specialist Strut Digital for an undisclosed sum.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
ANZ CIOs hungry for digital transformation but budget remains barrier
Digital Transformation

ANZ CIOs hungry for digital transformation but budget remains barrier

Gartner's latest survey revealed ANZ CIOs to have a greater focus on digital transformation than their global peers, but budget growth lags.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
Enterprises' hosting and cloud budget growth outpacing total IT spend growth
Software-as-a-Service

Enterprises' hosting and cloud budget growth outpacing total IT spend growth

Growth in hosting and cloud services spend will outpace total IT spend growth this year, with a survey also highlighting the value of specialisation.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
All you need to know about Dell EMC's cloud platform for Microsoft Azure Stack
Network Infrastructure

All you need to know about Dell EMC's cloud platform for Microsoft Azure Stack

Dell EMC unveils turnkey platform for cloud storage, Cloud for Microsoft Azure Stack, to speed up application development and deployment.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
Bulletproof and Accenture team up to target blue chip customers
DevOps

Bulletproof and Accenture team up to target blue chip customers

Bulletproof joins forces with Accenture to bolster cloud services for top-tier firms, eyeing significant corporate and government contracts.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
YOU'RE INVITED: Fresh way to master IT service management
Customer Relationship Management

YOU'RE INVITED: Fresh way to master IT service management

They have one goal: make it easy for brands to talk to customers and easy for users to get in touch with businesses.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
The ultimate balancing act: Which of your on-prem systems should move to the cloud?
Hyperscale

The ultimate balancing act: Which of your on-prem systems should move to the cloud?

Cloud migration is a nuanced path, not price-driven, says CenturyLink's ANZ boss, urging strategic alignment over cost in on-prem shifts.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
Salesforce named a leader in application platforms as a service - Gartner
Platform-as-a-Service

Salesforce named a leader in application platforms as a service - Gartner

Strong ecosystem, market presence, innovation and customer satisfaction named as their strengths as an hpaPaaS.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
Civica finds that ANZ govt agencies desire collaborative IT systems
Unified Communications

Civica finds that ANZ govt agencies desire collaborative IT systems

Australia's local government organisations are after IT systems that are collaborative and can integrate with older systems, says Civica.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
Thomas Duryea Logicalis ups DX play with restructure
Data Analytics

Thomas Duryea Logicalis ups DX play with restructure

Thomas Duryea Logicalis is ramping up its digital transformation focus, restructuring into two main areas of operation, and adding new practices.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
Mandatory Data Breach Reporting – what you need to start doing right now
Breach Prevention

Mandatory Data Breach Reporting – what you need to start doing right now

Take heed or be caught out - Cyber-Risk puts together some tips to help you prepare for the breach reporting laws.

By Wayne Tufek • 8 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
NTT survey finds phishing methods are the hottest ways of delivering ransomware
Malware

NTT survey finds phishing methods are the hottest ways of delivering ransomware

Email phishing is now one of the most widely-used methods of distributing ransomware, but organisations should not fear the statistics.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017