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Australian cybersecurity spending to reach AUD $6.2bn by 2025
Application Security

Australian cybersecurity spending to reach AUD $6.2bn by 2025

Australian organisations are set to invest nearly AUD $6.2 billion in information security and risk management by 2025, according to Gartner's latest projections.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Acronis partners with Brad Jones Racing for cybersecurity boost
Data Protection

Acronis partners with Brad Jones Racing for cybersecurity boost

Acronis has embarked on a three-year partnership with Brad Jones Racing to enhance cybersecurity, supported by Extranet Systems, for the Australian motorsport team.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025

Global Stories

Data Security stories

Gartner reveals top six cybersecurity trends for 2025
Identity and Access Management

Gartner reveals top six cybersecurity trends for 2025

Gartner has identified six pivotal cybersecurity trends set to shape 2025, highlighting the rise of generative AI, regulatory shifts, and burnout issues.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Trend Micro unveils AI model to boost threat prevention
Firewalls

Trend Micro unveils AI model to boost threat prevention

Trend Micro has unveiled Trend Cybertron, a new cybersecurity AI set to transform threat prevention and risk management within its platform.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2025
Talkdesk unveils cloud expansion to boost APAC growth
Customer Experience

Talkdesk unveils cloud expansion to boost APAC growth

Talkdesk has launched the Australia Regional Cloud, enhancing its Asia-Pacific services to improve voice quality and meet local data privacy needs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
monday.com expands global partnerships & app offerings
Customer Relationship Management

monday.com expands global partnerships & app offerings

monday.com has reported a 24% growth in its partner network over the past year and unveiled new tech alliances aimed at enhancing its product offerings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
AWS unveils Ocelot chip claiming 90% cost reduction
Encryption

AWS unveils Ocelot chip claiming 90% cost reduction

Amazon Web Services has launched its first quantum computing chip, Ocelot, claiming it can slash quantum error correction costs by up to 90%.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
DeepTempo enhances cybersecurity with MITRE mapping update
Security Information and Event Management

DeepTempo enhances cybersecurity with MITRE mapping update

DeepTempo has unveiled significant upgrades to its cybersecurity solution, Tempo, now integrated with Snowflake Marketplace, enhancing threat detection and response efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
AI reshapes professional roles, balancing risks & rewards
Private Cloud

AI reshapes professional roles, balancing risks & rewards

AI is dramatically reshaping professional services, with experts warning that while it boosts efficiency, it also risks eroding essential skills and job prospects.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
Forcepoint unveils DDR system for enhanced data security
Data Protection

Forcepoint unveils DDR system for enhanced data security

Forcepoint has launched a new Data Detection and Response system, enhancing data security with AI-driven insights and automated risk management.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
Falcon Cloud Security now supports Oracle Cloud users
Cloud Security

Falcon Cloud Security now supports Oracle Cloud users

CrowdStrike has enhanced its Falcon Cloud Security platform to support Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, addressing the growing need for cohesive cloud security amid rising threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Microsoft & Snowflake expand partnership with OpenAI
Unified Communications

Microsoft & Snowflake expand partnership with OpenAI

Snowflake has expanded its collaboration with Microsoft, integrating OpenAI's models into its Cortex AI platform, enhancing AI capabilities for businesses.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Genetec enhances Security Center SaaS with intrusion feature
Cloud Security

Genetec enhances Security Center SaaS with intrusion feature

Genetec has unveiled enhanced intrusion management for its Security Center SaaS, integrating it with video surveillance and access control for improved security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Netskope unveils enhanced enterprise browser for BYOD security
Software-as-a-Service

Netskope unveils enhanced enterprise browser for BYOD security

Netskope has unveiled enhancements to its Enterprise Browser, aimed at securing access for unmanaged devices and temporary workers to corporate data.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
DDoS attacks soar by 82% due to AI & IoT usage in 2024
Software-as-a-Service

DDoS attacks soar by 82% due to AI & IoT usage in 2024

A report by Zayo Group reveals an 82% surge in DDoS attacks from 2023 to 2024, escalating from 90,000 to 165,000 incidents due to AI and IoT advancements.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Schools rethink IT strategy amidst Microsoft price hike
Software-as-a-Service

Schools rethink IT strategy amidst Microsoft price hike

Schools are re-evaluating their IT strategies following a 45% price hike in Microsoft 365 subscriptions, prompting a shift towards alternatives like Synology Office Suite.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Data Security stories

Varonis opens data centres in India for enhanced security
Data Protection

Varonis opens data centres in India for enhanced security

Varonis Systems has unveiled new data centres in India, aiming to enhance data security for its clients and support compliance with local regulations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025