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Data-Driven obtains Advanced Specialisation in Analytics on Microsoft Azure
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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cloud services
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bi
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microsoft
Data-Driven becomes one of only two Australian consultancies to achieve the Advanced Specialisation in Analytics on Microsoft Azure.
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Zoom releases a host of new features and updates, including video voicemail and workspace reservation
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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wfh
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cloud telephony
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remote working
Zoom has announced several new updates to Zoom Meetings, Chat and Phone, to create focused and customisable meeting experiences.
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Tesserent announces cybersecurity partnership with Vocus
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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tesserent
Tesserent partners with Vocus to address cybersecurity needs, delivering solutions to enterprise clients in Australia and New Zealand.
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End of 2021 marks drop in cyber attacks, and increase in remote access malware
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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contact centre
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ransomware
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malware
Unique cyber attacks decrease in Q3 2021, but attacks on individuals rise, says Positive Technologies report. Remote access trojans also on the rise.
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Ivanti adds capabilities to Velocity framework to support supply chain customers
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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inventory management systems
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supply chain & logistics
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ivanti
Ivanti Wavelink's Velocity framework offers enhanced capabilities to aid supply chain operations without code disruption.
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Sophos reveals malicious tactics of AvosLocker ransomware
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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malware
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firewall
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ransomware
Sophos research reveals how AvosLocker ransomware exploits AnyDesk to launch attacks, bypassing security controls.
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Digital transformation and talent shortages cited as top challenges for IT departments
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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digital transformation
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it departments
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workplace
IT departments face challenges in digital transformation and talent retention, says Ivanti study. 72% reported losing team members.
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IDC: Digital transformation investments lead to increased cyber threats for APAC
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
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asia pacific
Cyber threat landscape in 2022: IDC predicts increased digital vulnerabilities, collaboration among threat actors, and rise of AI-powered cyber analytics.
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Sydney-based cybersecurity company raises $11m, sets sights on US soil
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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cybersecurity
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capital
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us expansion
Haventec secures $11m in funding and expands into US market with passwordless authentication and data storage solutions.
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Critical Microsoft Office patch exploited by new malware
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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microsoft
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malware
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firewall
Sophos has released details of a novel exploit that bypasses a patch for a critical vulnerability affecting the Microsoft Office file format.
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2022 cybersecurity predictions from CrowdStrike
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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ai security
With 2022 set to be another year full of cybersecurity threats, CrowdStrike predicts the most significant threats for next year.
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Beyond Identity joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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microsoft
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devops
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app development
To be considered for MISA, organisations must be nominated by Microsoft and demonstrate integrations that support the goal of improving enterprise security.
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Healthcare workers compromising patient's data during remote sessions
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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big data
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bi
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data analytics
Almost a third of healthcare providers have experienced compromised patient data during remote telehealth sessions, according to Kaspersky.
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Scammers inventing new targeted tools to amplify fraud schemes
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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dlp
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email security
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cybersecurity
Group-IB has uncovered a worldwide scam campaign targeting users in more than 90 countries all around the world.
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What is Log4J and how does it affect you?
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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web development
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
Log4J software bug, aka Log4Shell, sparks concern as it affects various platforms. Norton Labs offers advice on protecting systems and applications.
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Biggest data breach will hit in 2022 - Micro Focus
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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ueba
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
In the aftermath of digitalisation on a scale that we haven’t seen before, 2021 has left many organisations still scrambling to secure their IT networks.
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What does the future of intelligent automation look like in 2022?
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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it automation
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colocation
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ai
Intelligent Automation will continue to unlock opportunities and improve business operations, according to Blue Prism.
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IT leader predicts HR tech trends for 2022
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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payroll systems
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wfh
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cloud services
HR tech software is set to experience significant growth in 2022, focusing on employee experience and workflow efficiencies.
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Accenture named a leader in IDC managed cloud services vendor assessment
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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managed services
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digital transformation
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cloud services
Accenture has been named a leader in the latest IDC MarketScape, Asia Pacific (excluding Japan) Managed Cloud Services 2021 vendor assessment.
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Optimizely launches integrated version of specialised products
Thu, 23rd Dec 2021
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digital marketing
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b2b
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optimizely
Optimizely integrates B2B Commerce Cloud & Content Cloud products to help brands reach larger audiences with sophisticated content strategies.
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Australian Government orgs failing to manage cyber risk, report finds
Thu, 23rd Dec 2021
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compliance
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government
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risk intelligence & compliance
Many Australian local governments are not effectively managing cyber risk, leaving them vulnerable to ransomware and cyber theft, according to CyberCX.
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Restaurant Brands, Ant Group partnership to accelerate DX
Thu, 23rd Dec 2021
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saas
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digital transformation
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martech
Restaurant Brands partners with Ant Group for digital transformation across Asia Pacific to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
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CrowdStrike APAC named Frost & Sullivan endpoint security Company of the Year
Thu, 23rd Dec 2021
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partner programmes
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ai security
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ai
CrowdStrike named 2021 Asia-Pacific Endpoint Security Company of the Year by Frost & Sullivan, following accolades from Gartner.
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AI-driven cybersecurity company Cybots ANZ hires new direct sales channel manager
Thu, 23rd Dec 2021
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cybersecurity
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ai
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sme
AI-driven cybersecurity company Cybots has announced the appointment of David Toniazzo as its new direct sales channel manager.