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Paul Fletcher highlights urgent need for 'tech-friendly' government
AI Security

Paul Fletcher highlights urgent need for 'tech-friendly' government

Paul Fletcher, Australia's Minister for Science and Arts, urges a tech-friendly government to foster digital progress, citing benefits in safety, commerce, and disaster response.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
Milestone Systems expands APAC presence with new experience centre
EduTech

Milestone Systems expands APAC presence with new experience centre

Milestone Systems has launched its most interactive Experience Centre in Melbourne's Mulgrave, boosting its APAC presence with cutting-edge video tech solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024

Global Stories

Report reveals lag in disclosure of ransomware attacks in 2023
EduTech

Report reveals lag in disclosure of ransomware attacks in 2023

A new Silobreaker report reveals that over 50% of ransomware victims delay disclosure until public exposure, with some never acknowledging attacks at all.

By Imee Dequito • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Microsoft addresses 88 CVEs in this month's Patch Tuesday
Cloud Security

Microsoft addresses 88 CVEs in this month's Patch Tuesday

Security experts underscore the importance of immediate remediation for vulnerabilities to mitigate risks and protect organisational assets.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Nexthink study: BSOD affects 1 in 200 devices daily
Health Technologies

Nexthink study: BSOD affects 1 in 200 devices daily

Nexthink's analysis reveals that 1 in 200 devices suffers a daily blue screen of death (BSOD) issue, with nearly half of these crashes being preventable.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
The need for pervasive microsegmentation
Virtualisation

The need for pervasive microsegmentation

ColourTokens champions pervasive microsegmentation, safeguarding resources from VMs to microservices across diverse locations, crucial for efficient business operations.

By Venky Raju • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
Cloudera boosts metadata management at EVOLVE 24 APAC conference
Unified Communications

Cloudera boosts metadata management at EVOLVE 24 APAC conference

Cloudera unveiled significant metadata management updates at the EVOLVE 24 APAC conference in Singapore, enhancing data security and governance to meet rising demands.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Piwik PRO launches real-time dashboards for instant insights
Artificial Intelligence

Piwik PRO launches real-time dashboards for instant insights

Piwik PRO unveils real-time dashboards, offering users immediate insights into key metrics for swift decision-making, vital for sectors like publishing and finance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
99% of Global 2000 firms linked to breached vendors
Supply Chain

99% of Global 2000 firms linked to breached vendors

Study shows 99% of Global 2000 firms are linked to vendors with breaches, underscoring urgent need for robust supply chain cybersecurity amid new SEC rules.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Global ransomware attacks dip below average in June 2024
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Global ransomware attacks dip below average in June 2024

Global ransomware attacks dipped below annual averages in June 2024, with significant declines in activity from LockBit 3.0.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Acronis report reveals 293% surge in email attacks H1 2024
Malware

Acronis report reveals 293% surge in email attacks H1 2024

Acronis' H1 2024 Cyberthreats Report reveals a 293% surge in email attacks and a 32% rise in ransomware, warning SMBs and MSPs of heightened cyber risks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Indosat & Google Cloud join forces for sovereign cloud in Indonesia
Digital Transformation

Indosat & Google Cloud join forces for sovereign cloud in Indonesia

Indosat and Google Cloud have partnered to deliver Indonesia's first sovereign cloud, adhering to stringent data standards, and enhancing AI and edge cloud services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Astrikos.ai partners with UP 112 to enhance public safety with AI
Smart Cities

Astrikos.ai partners with UP 112 to enhance public safety with AI

Astrikos.ai teams with UP 112 to upgrade emergency response in Uttar Pradesh using AI, aiming to boost efficiency, crime prediction, and resource deployment.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2024
Why are your grandma and little brother buying Bitcoin?
Crypto

Why are your grandma and little brother buying Bitcoin?

Bitcoin's cross-generational allure skyrockets as both Boomers and Gen Alpha seek control and financial independence amid rising distrust in traditional investments.

By Janine Grainger • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Aug 2024
Indosat partners with Google Cloud to enhance Indonesia's AI tech
Digital Transformation

Indosat partners with Google Cloud to enhance Indonesia's AI tech

Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison Group partners with Google Cloud to launch Indonesia's first sovereign cloud and edge cloud services, safeguarding data within the country.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sun, 11th Aug 2024
NHS ransomware attack exposes vulnerabilities, experts warn of rising threats
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

NHS ransomware attack exposes vulnerabilities, experts warn of rising threats

NHS ransomware attack reveals critical cybersecurity flaws; software provider fined GBP £6m for data breach affecting 80,000 people.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2024
nib launches AI Symptom Checker to ease New Zealand healthcare
Health Technologies

nib launches AI Symptom Checker to ease New Zealand healthcare

Nib launches AI-powered Symptom Checker to ease New Zealand's healthcare system strain, guiding members to suitable treatment and reducing ER overcrowding.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024