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CEO discussions shift focus to practical AI & renewable energy
Digital twins

CEO discussions shift focus to practical AI & renewable energy

In Q3 2024, CEO discussions highlighted practical AI applications, renewable energy, and IT outages, with fewer mentions of generative AI and the cloud, says IoT Analytics.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
IGEL unveils new service to recover from cyber attacks swiftly
Software-as-a-Service

IGEL unveils new service to recover from cyber attacks swiftly

IGEL has launched IGEL for Business Continuity, a subscription service aimed at helping organisations swiftly recover from cyber attacks on Windows endpoints.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Paul Henaghan joins Cohesity as new ANZ Managing Director
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Paul Henaghan joins Cohesity as new ANZ Managing Director

Paul Henaghan joins Cohesity as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, bringing notable experience from Workday and Dell EMC to enhance cyber resilience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
NetApp enhances cyber resiliency with AI-driven ransomware tools
Storage

NetApp enhances cyber resiliency with AI-driven ransomware tools

NetApp strengthens cybersecurity with AI-driven ransomware protection, validated by SE Labs. Enhancements include autonomous snapshots and updated BlueXP for robust data defence.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
Lenovo & SentinelOne team up to boost global PC security
Endpoint Protection

Lenovo & SentinelOne team up to boost global PC security

Lenovo teams up with SentinelOne to integrate AI-driven Singularity Platform security in new and existing devices, enhancing cyber resilience globally.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Hibbett enhances security with Cequence API protection platform
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Hibbett enhances security with Cequence API protection platform

Hibbett has adopted the Cequence Unified API Protection platform to bolster its security, enhancing automated threat detection and API management across its operations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2024
Rubrik partners with Cisco to enhance cyber resilience strategies
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Rubrik partners with Cisco to enhance cyber resilience strategies

Rubrik has teamed up with Cisco to bolster cyber resilience, integrating with Cisco XDR to help enterprises combat data attacks and ensure business continuity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
Cyber resilience: Key takeaways from a global IT outage
Ransomware

Cyber resilience: Key takeaways from a global IT outage

A massive global IT outage highlights the critical need for cyber resilience. As software complexity grows, so do risks, stressing the importance of robust recovery plans.

By Christy Wyatt • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2024
Beyond prevention: Why breach readiness is your cybersecurity lifeline
Firewalls

Beyond prevention: Why breach readiness is your cybersecurity lifeline

As cyber threats evolve, breach prevention alone fails. ColourTokens Xshield advocates for 'breach readiness'—ensuring resilience and quick recovery post-attack.

By Devasmita Das • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2024
Cohesity report: firms overconfident in cyber resilience abilities
Ransomware

Cohesity report: firms overconfident in cyber resilience abilities

A new Cohesity survey reveals a stark reality: 67% of firms suffered ransomware attacks in 2024 despite 78% having confidence in their cyber resilience.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
CrowdStrike outage highlights tech flaws: experts demand better cybersecurity
Disaster Recovery

CrowdStrike outage highlights tech flaws: experts demand better cybersecurity

The recent CrowdStrike outage, affecting 8.5 million devices globally, has raised urgent calls for improved cybersecurity measures and rigorous software testing.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Aug 2024

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Dave Joyce steps in as CEO of Macrium amid industry growth
Data Protection

Dave Joyce steps in as CEO of Macrium amid industry growth

Macrium appoints Dave Joyce as CEO, replacing founder Nick Sills amid booming data protection market projected to exceed USD $610 billion by 2032.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
Kawerau District Council upgrades telephony with BayCom, Access4
Hybrid & Remote Work

Kawerau District Council upgrades telephony with BayCom, Access4

BayCom deploys Access4's cloud-based voice platform at Kawerau District Council, modernising telephony systems to improve reliability and reduce costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2024
Mastering office relocation without impacting productivity
Data Protection

Mastering office relocation without impacting productivity

Mastering an office relocation involves meticulous planning and smart timing, ensuring minimal disruptions while boosting productivity and transforming workspaces.

By Jayden Soh • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Ransomware trends: A threat to insurance business continuity
Malware

Ransomware trends: A threat to insurance business continuity

The evolving ransomware threat is jeopardising business continuity, prompting firms to reassess their cybersecurity and insurance strategies amidst rising attacks.

By Raj Sivaraju • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
Assured Data Protection partners with KHIPU Networks for SMEs
EduTech

Assured Data Protection partners with KHIPU Networks for SMEs

Assured Data Protection and KHIPU Networks partner to deliver cost-effective, enterprise-grade disaster recovery and data protection services to UK and South African SMEs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
NHS ransomware attack exposes vulnerabilities, experts warn of rising threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

NHS ransomware attack exposes vulnerabilities, experts warn of rising threats

NHS ransomware attack reveals critical cybersecurity flaws; software provider fined GBP £6m for data breach affecting 80,000 people.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2024