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How to support women in tech and why closing the gap matters
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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As the gender gap in Australian tech persists, experts call for strategic support to empower women in STEM, enhancing diversity and organisational performance.
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Women at Confluent: Busting myths, breaking barriers & building an inclusive future for Tech
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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On International Women's Day, the women of Confluent challenge outdated myths about tech careers, advocating for an inclusive future in data and technology.
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Empowering women and girls: A call to action for rights, equality, and empowerment
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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On International Women's Day 2025, a call to action urges advancement in women's rights and equality, highlighting the need for inclusive policies and support systems.
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Breaking barriers: Overcoming challenges for women in the IT sector
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Women in the IT sector face challenges from cultural biases to a persistent gender leadership gap, but initiatives are underway to foster inclusivity and empowerment.
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Hackers exploit botnet to attack Microsoft 365 accounts
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A newly uncovered botnet of over 130,000 compromised devices is exploiting Microsoft 365 accounts through password spraying attacks, raising security alarms.
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Advanced persistent threats rise by 74% in 2024 report
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A recent Kaspersky report reveals a concerning 74% rise in advanced persistent threats within companies, affecting over 25% of organisations this year.
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Women in tech share insights ahead of International Women's Day
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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In anticipation of International Women’s Day, women at Assured Data Protection shared insights on mentorship, learning, and inclusivity in tech careers.
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Women in Tech, and beyond: Embracing uncertainty and driving change in leadership
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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In an evolving tech landscape, embracing uncertainty can empower women leaders to drive innovation, challenging traditional barriers to representation and success.
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Jamf to acquire Identity Automation for $215 million
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Jamf plans to acquire Identity Automation for $215 million, aiming to unite identity and device management for enhanced security and user experience.
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ManageEngine transforms Log360 into security analytics hub
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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ManageEngine's Log360 is evolving into a security analytics platform, enabling proactive threat detection and seamless integration for enterprises at competitive prices.
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F5 & NVIDIA expand tie-up with cloud-native functions
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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F5 and NVIDIA have strengthened their partnership by launching BIG-IP Next Cloud-Native Network Functions on NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPUs, boosting AI capabilities.
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Cybersecurity & AI lead MSP growth in recent report
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A new report from N-able projects the IT managed services market will reach an estimated USD $610 billion by 2025, spurred by cybersecurity and AI advancements.
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Turnitin Clarity to empower educators with AI insights
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Turnitin has unveiled Turnitin Clarity, a new tool aimed at promoting transparency in academic integrity and responsible AI use in education, launching in late 2025.
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Rising ICS/OT cyber threats due to budgetary imbalances
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.
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Sonatype launches AI tool to secure open source tech use
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Sonatype has unveiled its new AI Software Composition Analysis capabilities to enhance security and governance for open source AI technologies in enterprises.
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Online shopper search drives 44% of ecommerce revenue
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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A new report by Constructor reveals that online shoppers using search bars account for 44% of site revenue, highlighting the need for tailored ecommerce strategies.
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Okta surpasses $1 billion in AWS Marketplace sales
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Okta has announced it has achieved USD $1 billion in sales via AWS Marketplace over four years, marking a significant milestone in their cloud identity collaboration.
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Broadcom unveils VeloSky for seamless converged networking
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Broadcom has launched VeloSky, a unified solution enabling Communication Service Providers to seamlessly integrate fibre, cellular and satellite services.
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Compuware launches high-output 6600W power supply unit
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Compuware Technology has launched the CPR-6622-1M1, a powerful 6,600W dual-output power supply designed for AI and GPU server applications.
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Leading through uncertainty: Women's leadership skills are no longer 'soft' - they're essential
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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As complexity deepens globally, women's leadership skills have become essential, showcasing adaptability, collaboration, and relational strength in Aotearoa's uncertain landscape.