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.
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CrowdStrike compiles 'casebook' of cybersecurity's important lessons
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
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ai
The casebook found that attack trends towards fileless malware, such as those that execute code from memory, made up 66% of all attacks.
Israel-based data analytics provider iguazio opens Singapore office
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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martech
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data analytics
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planning
Israel data platform provider iguazio has opened its first APAC office in Singapore, opening up a range of opportunities for cybersecurity & IoT.
Sydney security startup LMNTRIX hires former Symantec & CA exec
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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symantec
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ca technologies
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lmntrix
Sydney cybersecurity startup LMNTRIX hires Vic Mankotia, ex-Symantec and CA executive, as vice president of Strategic Alliances to spearhead global expansion.
Neustar invests in DDoS defense as attack rates climb
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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ddos
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ai
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ml
Neustar launches its latest DDoS mitigation solution, SiteProtect NG, amid rising attack rates, betting on large-scale nodes for enhanced defence.
CERT NZ: Kiwis have lost $1.9m from cyber incidents since April
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Cyber attackers have been successful in causing more than $1.9 million in losses for New Zealanders since April 2017 and $1.18 million was from Q3.
FinTech industry welcomes Govt's anti-money laundering rules for digital currencies
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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cryptocurrency
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fintech
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blockchain
Australia's FinTech sector endorses new Senate-approved anti-money laundering rules for digital currencies, aiming to bolster legitimacy and consumer trust.
Ransomware attacks on AI algorithms: Risks and solutions
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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ai
AI algorithms, with all their advantages, have a fundamental problem – data sensitivity. They are trained not to understand information.
Interview: Y Soft explains why security in print management can't be an oversight
Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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ecm
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document management
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martech
Security in print management is often overlooked, says Hyder Mohammed of Y Soft. He discusses the risks and solutions for safeguarding sensitive information.
AI causing consumer concern about data privacy: 61% say govt should take action
Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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data protection
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uc
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martech
Artificial intelligence is causing concern among consumers worldwide because it could potentially infringe on their privacy.
CompTIA's nine steps to building a successful channel business
Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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sales
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comptia
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channel development
CompTIA has outlined nine steps for building a successful channel business, including validating the market and choosing the right partners.
Gemalto integrates encryption solutions with Google Cloud
Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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encryption
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gemalto
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safenet
Gemalto's SafeNet Data Encryption is now integrated with Google Cloud, giving users more control over data management and key security.
IoT, cryptocurrency, Linux & WiFi hacks: WatchGuard's security predictions for 2018
Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
WatchGuard Technologies has whipped up some key IT security predictions ranging from IoT botnets to Linux attacks.
Managing complex risks to protect enterprise assets
Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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data protection
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eclipse
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dxc
There are two major trends occurring simultaneously in the enterprise space but the challenge to fit both of them together can cripple a business.
Cavium joins OpenCAPI consortium to bring server offloads into the next generation
Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
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sdn
Semiconductor provider Cavium has joined the OpenCAPI initiative, which aims to provide high-bandwidth and low latency interface for CPUs.
SonicWall ramps up APJ presence with new GM & sales VP
Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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data protection
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
SonicWall appoints Wias Issa as VP of sales and GM for APJ. Issa aims to drive growth, enhance security, and forge strategic partnerships in the region.
Cyber insurance: Is it enough? Manage risk, review current platforms & Ensure Availability
Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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virtualisation
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cybersecurity insurance
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cybersecurity
Cyber insurance though can be a ‘hit and miss’ proposition, hoping your business is covered because of the complexities and pathways involved.
Digital Realty bolsters renewable energy initiatives
Wed, 6th Dec 2017
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power / energy
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digital realty
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renewable energy
Digital Realty to source 324,000 MWh of renewable energy annually for US data centres via new solar and wind deals. Asia expansion details remain unclear.
Computergate NZ teams with Ingram Micro & Synnex to deliver 'on-site' Intel NUC warranties
Wed, 6th Dec 2017
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intel
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ingram micro
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synnex
Computergate and Intel will be bringing an ‘on-site’ component to standard Intel NUC warranties. Ingram Micro and Synnex are also involved.
Cloud Security Alliance keeps pace with cloud security through updated training
Wed, 6th Dec 2017
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it training
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cloud security
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casb
The Cloud Security Alliance has announced general availability of its latest Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge Exam, version 4.
TPT Group buys Auckland IT firm Sentinel Technologies
Wed, 6th Dec 2017
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physical security
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it services
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tpt group
TPT Group purchases Auckland IT services provider Sentinel Technologies to strengthen capabilities in New Zealand.