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Red Canary report unveils 2023's top cybersecurity threats
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cloud services
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Red Canary's 6th annual Threat Detection Report reveals a substantial rise in Cloud Accounts compromises and abuses of Email Forwarding Rules, among major cybersecurity threats in 2023.
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Panzura commended in DCIG report for robust data protection
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data protection
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dr
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document management
Panzura gains recognition in the 2024-25 Data Center Intelligence Group report for its solid data protection in complex environments via its CloudFS global file management system.
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Australia ranks high in global malware detection rates, reveals Trend Micro
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Australia ranks 8th worldwide for malicious URL and malware detections, according to cybersecurity giant Trend Micro, highlighting a worrying trend towards sophisticated cyber attacks.
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Superloop reports record organic growth in 1H FY24 results
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telecommunications
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superloop
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financial results
Superloop's 1H FY24 results exhibit a record 20% surge in organic revenue and increasing margins, with customer base growth adding over 40,000 new accounts.
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Accenture report reveals legacy tech debt hindrance for CSPs' growth
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Accenture report reveals over 75% of Communication Service Providers grapple with legacy tech debt, impeding growth and business agility, despite strive for IT transformation.
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Australian VETs increasingly prioritise digital transformation
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it training
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digital transformation
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edutech
Digital transformation in Australian Vocational Education and Training (VET) providers surges, aiming to boost student enrolment and retention, as revealed by ReadyTech's report.
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Adjust’s Mobile App Trends 2024 unveils boost in global app installs
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big data
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bi
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fintech
Mobile app installs globally rose by 4% in 2023, marking a recovery in the industry and highlighting the potential for returns, according to a report by analytics firm Adjust and AppLovin.
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Must read report by Sitecore & Deloitte unveils power of collaboration
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digital transformation
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martech
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business
Sitecore and Deloitte Access Economics' report reveals that enhanced inter-departmental collaboration could unlock significant revenue growth and innovation despite recognised challenges.
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Sovos launches industry-first integrated compliance cloud platform
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bi
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big data
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crm
Sovos debuts the industry's first unified tax compliance and regulatory reporting solution, the Sovos Compliance Cloud, aiming to streamline global compliance after eight years and substantial investment.
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Jamf report highlights poor cyber hygiene in organisations & individuals
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malware
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mobility
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byod
40% of mobile users and 39% of organisations are vulnerable to cyber threats as they operate devices with known weaknesses, according to Jamf's annual Security 360 report.
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Australian employees raise concerns over use of Gen AI at work
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ai
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employees
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report
Veritas Technologies reveals vast flaws in Australian enterprises' handling of generative AI use, with uncertainties causing discord among staff.
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New Barracuda threat report reveals web apps exploitation methods
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firewall
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ddos
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microsoft
The Threat Spotlight report by Barracuda Networks reveals a surge in cyberattacks exploiting web application security gaps, with over 18 billion attacks mitigated in 2023.
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AppLovin's 2024 Ad Trends report reveals role of Gen AI
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creative technologies
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ai
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gamification
AppLovin's 2024 Ad Trends report reveals the transformative role of Generative AI, employed by its in-house creative agency SparkLabs, in innovating mobile and gaming ad creativity.
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'Artificial Inflation of Traffic' scams skyrocket in 2023
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cloud services
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ai
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threat intelligence
A Swedish report exposes a disturbing surge in Artificial Inflation of Traffic (AIT) fraud, with 20 billion fraudulent SMS messages costing organisations a total of $1.16 billion in 2023.
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Hunter-killer malware surges by 333%, says Picus Red Report 2024
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The 2024 Picus Red Report reveals a 333% rise in Hunter-killer malware targeting and disabling security defences, reflecting a concerning escalation in cyber-attack strategies.
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Kissflow rated 'Strong Performer' in Forrester low-code platform report
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workflow automation
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Kissflow, the low-code platform aimed at citizen developers, garners a Strong Performer accolade in The Forrester Wave's latest review, notably excelling within the developer experience category.
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Banking sector leads in personal data trust, says Thales 2024 report
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Global trust in banks for data collection tops the 2024 Thales Digital Trust Index, as privacy fears prompt 26% of consumers to abandon certain brands over the last year.
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Auvik report shows need for advanced security in tech landscape
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network management
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wifi
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cloud infrastructure
Auvik's latest trend report highlights a surging interest in Wi-Fi 7, cloud security, and 'cloud cost' amid a complex tech landscape.
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Cisco Systems NZ sees a 299% increase in cash and cash equivalents
Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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finance, leasing & rental
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pwc
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nz
Cisco Systems NZ's cash and cash equivalents soared by a staggering 299% in 2023, despite a slight dip in pre-tax profits, according to the latest financial report.
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Delinea report highlights switch in ransomware techniques
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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ransomware
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pam
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cybersecurity
Delinea's annual ransomware report reveals cybercriminals' shift to stealthier exfiltration methods, with mid-sized businesses being prime targets.
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Diligent reports record sanctions in 2023, and evolving ESG risks
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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compliance
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report
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m&a
In 2023, GRC SaaS company Diligent observed a record high of 21,784 new sanctions and a decline in FCPA enforcement actions.
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Demand for data and analytics expertise at three-year high, according to new SnapLogic report
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
The report showcases a significant demand for expertise, increased reliance on AI and the pivotal role of cybersecurity in data strategies.
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Report highlights growing cyber vulnerabilities, CISO Darren Humphries comments
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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security vulnerabilities
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report
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qualys
Critical cyber vulnerabilities are soaring, with 74% of firms struggling to swiftly patch holes, warns Darren Humphries, CISO at technology services provider, Acora.
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Australian firms unprepared for astronomical change, reveals Accenture report
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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climate change
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Despite over two-thirds of Australian business chiefs acknowledging technology and talent as main drivers of change, 62% of them admit to being unprepared for these changes by 2024, a rate higher than the global average, according to Accenture's annual report.