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Kaspersky highlights mobile threat impacting thousands globally

Wed, 20th Apr 2022
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Stalkerware impacted over 32,000 Kaspersky mobile users globally last year, highlighting the need to tackle this issue, says Kaspersky.
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Experts weigh in on how to protect yourself against banking scammers

Tue, 25th Jan 2022
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Over 470 people lose $8.5 million in SMS phishing scam; Singapore Police Force impersonators attempt another. Online security is crucial. #cybersecurity.
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Advanced scams, data breaches, crypto and NFT attacks to shape cyberthreat landscape in 2022

Fri, 14th Jan 2022
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2022 cyber security trends include a decrease in targeted ransomware attacks, advanced scams, more data breaches, and attacks on cryptocurrency/NFT industries.
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Kaspersky lists 5 cyber threats to watch for in 2022

Fri, 14th Jan 2022
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Global privacy company Kaspersky has highlighted some of the most significant cyber threats New Zealand consumers and businesses should be prepared for in 2022.
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Smart home market continues to grow, driven by changing tech and demographics

Thu, 13th Jan 2022
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Smart home market projected to reach $117,820m by 2027, driven by factors such as home monitoring systems and increasing disposable income, says report.
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New book reveals massive flaws in Australian cybersecurity management

Mon, 6th Dec 2021
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Cybercrime has been estimated to cost the Australian economy AUD$42 billion, according to a new book released by a UNSW cybersecurity expert.
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Is AI the answer to protecting our financial institutions from ransomware?

Wed, 24th Nov 2021
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The threat of ransomware continues to evolve and disrupt businesses. Financial organisations must embrace AI to detect and halt attacks.
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The metaverse poses 'terrifying dangers' - is it the new internet? Expert says yes

Tue, 9th Nov 2021
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'Terrifying dangers' of the 'metaverse' need to be addressed now, warns academic. Future policing must be determined before it's too late.
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Australia's OAIC orders Clearview AI to delete all images of Australians in landmark privacy win

Mon, 8th Nov 2021
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Clearview AI does not comply with the Privacy Act 1988 and 'interfered with the privacy of Australian invidividuals'.
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Millions of police records are accidentally deleted — what are the lessons?

Fri, 5th Nov 2021
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8 million police files were deleted in Dallas, Texas earlier this year, impacting 175,000 criminal court cases. How did this happen?.
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Cybersecurity experts weigh in on BlackMatter ransomware shut down

Fri, 5th Nov 2021
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Given the lucrative activity of RaaS we are likely to see them reappear in the near future. The battle against ransomware is far from over.
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Hands-on Review: Swann SecureAlert 4 Camera 4 Channel 4K Ultra HD Wi-Fi Security System

Thu, 4th Nov 2021
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The Swann SecureAlert4 Camera 4 Channel 4k Ultra HD Wi-Fi Security System offers robust features for home security, writes a reviewer.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update with Enlighten Designs

Fri, 22nd Oct 2021
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Enlighten Designs GM, Alan Grainer, talks about the company's recent collaboration with Microsoft in TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams.
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Sietec sells to Fastcom, says 'business as usual' for customers

Tue, 19th Oct 2021
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Auckland-based IT network provider Fastcom has acquired business comms provider Sietec, enabling Sietec to offer enhanced services.
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Global adoption of 8x8 Voice for Microsoft Teams surpasses 100,000 users

Tue, 28th Sep 2021
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8x8's voice solution for Microsoft Teams exceeds 100,000 business users globally with call recording and presence sync enhancements.
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Hackers target Microsoft email server vulnerabilities

Wed, 25th Aug 2021
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Over 50% of Microsoft email servers in the UK haven't been updated, making them vulnerable to hackers, warns CybSafe CEO Oz Alashe.
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Organisations must accelerate digital transformation - Aruba

Mon, 9th Aug 2021
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The hospitality sector must prioritize digital transformation to recover from the pandemic and meet evolving consumer demands, warns Aruba.
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Getac launches virtual showroom to showcase rugged mobile devices for manufacturing sector

Mon, 26th Jul 2021
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Getac business development manager Frand Baldrighi says the virtual showroom enables visitors to explore Getac devices 'from any angle'.
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Bringing jury to crime scene via VR provides more accurate results

Fri, 23rd Jul 2021
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The University of South Australia finds overwhelming evidence in favour of using VR in the courtroom by putting jurors in the middle of a crime scene.
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Cisco unveils new 5G industrial router portfolio for the IoT Edge

Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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The unified architecture simplifies collaboration between IT and operations and streamlines their deployments from the enterprise to the edge.