About Sara
Sara Barker
Copywriter and Senior News Editor
Sara lives in a world of words and stories. For more than six years she has been delving deep into the rich world of tech news, content creation, journalism and reviews for Techday. She brings an academic background in information systems, marketing, radio, and journalism to her role. She enjoys casual gaming, cats, and reading.
Stories by Sara - Page 111
Vietnam-based telco adapts German cybersecurity tech for customers
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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endpoint protection
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edr
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cybersecurity
Vietnam-based telecommunications provider VinaPhone is offering customers a new way to protect their mobile devices through Secucloud technology.
Global MSSP Proficio opens new Melbourne base to serve Aussie businesses
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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ransomware
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malware
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cybersecurity
Proficio, a global managed security services provider, has launched a new base in Melbourne to bolster its presence in the Australian and Asia Pacific markets.
Interview: RSA Security decodes digital fraud and its effects on APAC
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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cryptocurrency
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fintech
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blockchain
Digital fraud in APAC is rising as online threats evolve. RSA Security’s Richard Booth highlights key risks and strategies to stay protected.
VMware shuts down enterprise social networking platform Socialcast
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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virtualisation
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it automation
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cloud services
The Socialcast network reached end of availability on May 17, 2018, meaning no VMware users can begin using the platform.
ResponSight’s real-time enterprise risk intelligence thrives in Australia
Mon, 4th Jun 2018
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data science
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data analytics
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martech
ResponSight, an Australian data science firm, marks rapid growth with its behavioural analytics software, securing a USD $2 million seed round for expansion.
Smart cities changing the world - and the cyber risks that go with them
Thu, 31st May 2018
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smart cities
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isaca
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critical infrastructure
71% of respondents believe the energy sector is most susceptible to attacks, as well as communications, and financial services.
Spark launches credit refund scheme for 135,000 former customers
Wed, 30th May 2018
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uc
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telco
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spark
At least 135,000 former Spark customers may be in line for a credit refund - and people should check their mailboxes or their inboxes.
Privacy watchdogs say Centrelink ruling is a failure of Australia's freedom of speech
Wed, 30th May 2018
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data privacy
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australian government
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digital rights watch
Centrelink cleared after sharing personal info with media, but watchdogs furious. Concerns raised about privacy breach and freedom of speech.
ThetaRay scoops Asian Banker Risk Management Award
Wed, 30th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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risk & compliance
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banking industry
ThetaRay has won the 2018 Asian Banker Risk Management Award for ‘Regulatory Technology Implementation of the Year’ award this week.
Singapore-based AI startup scoops Australian RegTech award
Wed, 30th May 2018
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money laundering
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regtech
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the regtech association
Singapore-based AI startup Silent Eight has won the top spot at the RegTech Association Australia’s inaugural pitch fest this year.
ComCom seeks 3000 volunteers for broadband performance testing
Wed, 30th May 2018
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uc
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commerce commission
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telco
The Commerce Commission wants to rally 3000 volunteers to help make New Zealand’s broadband better for everyone.
$2.9 million gone: Kiwis hit by more than 500 cybersecurity incidents
Wed, 30th May 2018
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
The first three months of 2018 were busier than ever for cybercriminals, who managed to steal $2.9 million from New Zealanders.
Ziften & Microsoft: The partnership bringing threat defence to almost every OS
Tue, 29th May 2018
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smartphones
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endpoint protection
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edr
Ziften's partnership with Microsoft is making serious headway into bringing microsoft security technology into the heart of all operating systems.
Fujitsu Labs takes network control approach IoT security
Tue, 29th May 2018
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iot
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cybersecurity
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fujitsu
Fujitsu Technologies has developed a new kind of network control technology that is able to secure IoT devices installed in the field.
Low-cost Android devices shipping pre-installed Colisoon adware
Tue, 29th May 2018
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malware
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
Low-cost Android devices from manufacturers such as ZTE and Archos are being pre-installed with adware, researchers at Avast say.
Australia's law firms facing 'serious but not insurmountable' cyber flaws
Tue, 29th May 2018
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data protection
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encryption
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hyperscale
A survey reveals that Australia's law firms are exposing client data to cyber risks, with 41% of lawyers unaware of available smartphone cybersecurity measures.
Raytheon to provide 'electronic warfare' tech for Australian Defence Force
Tue, 29th May 2018
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australian defence force
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cyber warfare
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raytheon
Australia's DST teams up with Raytheon to create advanced electronic warfare tech, fostering sovereign defence capabilities.
Look before you leap: An expert's take on the pros and cons of SD-WAN
Tue, 29th May 2018
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
At present SD-WAN has no agreed standard and, with so many vendor options in the market, it’s important for businesses to do their homework.
The IoT arena is exploding: Why network visibility is key to keeping cyber threats at bay
Mon, 28th May 2018
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iot security
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iot
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cybersecurity
Businesses must know what type of device is accessing the network, who owns it, where & how it’s connecting, and what security measures are in place.
Interview: Twizo explains why the 2FA revolution isn’t quite here – but it is coming
Mon, 28th May 2018
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cybersecurity
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twizo
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mfa
Silverstreet, a cloud communications company, aims to simplify two-factor authentication with its cybersecurity brand, Twizo.