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Sophos 2024 report reveals top cybersecurity threats to SMBs
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Sophos' 2024 Threat Report unveils that half of all malware targeting SMBs consists of keyloggers, spyware, and stealers, with data theft featuring in over 90% of attacks in 2023.
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Zyxel Networks launches WiFi 7 upgrade for SMBs, boosts speed and capacity
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Zyxel Networks unveils the NWA130BE BE11000 WiFi 7 Triple-Radio NebulaFlex Access Point, aiming to boost network speeds and capacity for SMBs ahead of WiFi 7's 2024 mainstream debut.
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'Sendbird launches accessible AI chatbot for small businesses'
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Sendbird's new AI chatbot provides affordable AI solutions for small and medium businesses, offering seamless integration and obviating the need for technical resources for implementation.
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Thriving side hustle culture boosting Australian economy, GoDaddy reveals
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GoDaddy's Venture Forward initiative reveals a thriving 'side hustle culture' in Australia due to online tools, with 61% of entrepreneurs reportedly running a lucrative microbusiness alongside full-time work.
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WatchGuard deemed Canalys Cybersecurity Channel Champion again
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Global cybersecurity leader WatchGuard Technologies has been recognised as a Cybersecurity Channel Champion in the 2023 Canalys Global Cybersecurity Leadership Matrix.
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Xero & Sumday partnership empowers global carbon accounting
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digital banking
Xero teams up with Sumday to enable accountants to manage carbon accounting for their clients, advancing the journey towards net-zero emissions for small businesses worldwide.
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Aston University partners with BIT Group to revolutionise cybersecurity
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Aston University forms an innovative partnership with award-winning IT group, BIT, aiming to revolutionise cyber security education and services via Knowledge Transfer Partnership program.
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Seagate unveils IronWolf Pro 24TB hard drive for evolving enterprise needs
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Seagate Technology introduces the IronWolf Pro 24TB hard drive, offering sustained transfer rates, vibrational resilience through AgileArray technology, and data protection via IronWolf Health Management, to meet the evolving data needs of SMBs and enterprise NAS environments.
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DigitalOcean enhances backup service for growing businesses
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DigitalOcean bolsters its security capabilities with an enhanced backup service, aimed to protect startups and SMBs amidst rising security threats in their shift to cloud technology.
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Business payments outlook in 2024: The four macro trends in APAC
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commerce systems
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payment gateways
Amid a shift towards integrated financial solutions, the Asia-Pacific region's business payment landscape is set for major changes.
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Infinigate teams up with Auvik for cloud-based IT monitoring in UK & Ireland
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Infinigate partners with IT solutions provider, Auvik, to meet rising demand for cloud-based IT monitoring, becoming the first to offer Auvik's network solutions in the UK and Ireland.
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Dynamo6 becomes first NZ firm to earn Google Cloud SMB Specialization
Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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project management
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Dynamo6 becomes the first New Zealand firm awarded with Google Cloud Work Transformation - SMB Specialization. The prestigious tech status recognises Dynamo6's continued technical proficiency and customer success with Google Workspace migrations and deployments.
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Zyxel's energy-efficient switches help curb SMBs' electricity costs
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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network infrastructure
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network security
In answer to soaring global electricity prices, Zyxel Networks innovates power-saving switches, offering significant cost efficiencies and sustainability for financially vulnerable SMBs.
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Cisco unveils digital acceleration tools for Asia-Pacific SMBs
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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network infrastructure
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Cisco unveils tailored security and networking solutions, aiding digital acceleration of Asia-Pacific’s SMBs.
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Small businesses targeted by cyber criminals for data
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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data protection
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email security
Crime groups will increasingly sell access to breached smaller businesses so attackers can scam consumers. .
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Vertiv unveils budget-friendly UPS system in Southeast Asian markets
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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Vertiv has launched its affordable Liebert PSA-SOHO-LITE UPS system in select Southeast Asian markets, aimed at allowing for both work and play.
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Justin Mongroo named new Senior Vice President of Sales at WP Engine
Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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Justin Mongroo takes up the role of Senior Vice President of Sales at WP Engine, aiming to augment its growth trajectory.
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E-CTC urges better online trade support for UK small businesses
Tue, 5th Dec 2023
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commerce systems
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The eCommerce Trade Commission pushes for enhanced online export support for UK SMEs to boost annual revenue.
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Zyxel unveils WiFi 6 indoor access point for small to medium businesses
Mon, 27th Nov 2023
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network management
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wifi
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smb
Zyxel Networks introduces a business-grade WiFi 6 indoor access point, NWA50AX, aimed at boosting network capabilities for SMBs.
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Data centre decommissioning: Risks of getting it wrong
Fri, 24th Nov 2023
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cloud services
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colocation
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computing
Data centre market surge prompts call for secure decommissioning strategies amidst data risk.
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Why Whac-A-Mole is not a strategy for defending against ransomware attacks
Thu, 23rd Nov 2023
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cloud services
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
SMBs should also consider strong personnel practices and awareness to implement a better defensive strategy than Whac-A-Mole.
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CrowdStrike unveils Falcon Go for SMB cybersecurity
Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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breach prevention
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ransomware
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ai security
CrowdStrike's new Falcon Go revolutionizes SMB cybersecurity, offering AI-driven protection against modern threats.
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Swoop appoints David Michaels as Chief Revenue Officer
Mon, 13th Nov 2023
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broadband
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job moves
Swoop Holdings names David Michaels new CRO after strong fiscal growth.
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Auckland SaaS start-up Afirmo transforming small business operations
Fri, 10th Nov 2023
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New Zealand start-up Afirmo is transforming small business operations with its holistic software platform, attracting 3500 customers in its first year.