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Pentest People unveils new partner tier system for global growth
DevOps

Pentest People unveils new partner tier system for global growth

Pentest People launches a new four-tier Partner Tier System to support and grow its channel partners across the UK, Europe and the US.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Microsoft SharePoint zero-day flaw prompts urgent global response
Firewalls

Microsoft SharePoint zero-day flaw prompts urgent global response

A critical zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint is being actively exploited globally, prompting urgent patches to prevent unauthorised server access and data breaches.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
SharePoint zero-day flaw exploited as over 9,000 servers at risk
DevOps

SharePoint zero-day flaw exploited as over 9,000 servers at risk

A zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint servers puts over 9,000 systems at risk, with active exploits threatening critical data security globally.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
Figma to launch Australian data hosting & new governance tools
Data Protection

Figma to launch Australian data hosting & new governance tools

Figma will offer data residency in Australia by late 2025 and launch Governance+ security tools to boost compliance for enterprises locally.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Jul 2025
Managed Services Providers: Six security trends it will pay to be across in FY2026
Hybrid Cloud

Managed Services Providers: Six security trends it will pay to be across in FY2026

In FY2026, managed services providers must harness AI, hybrid cloud, and data-driven security to grow and meet evolving client needs in a complex landscape.

By Djeffri Setiawn • 5 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
OpenText gains top IRAP security approval for government use
Risk & Compliance

OpenText gains top IRAP security approval for government use

OpenText has achieved top-tier IRAP security approval, enabling its platforms to be widely used by Australian government agencies handling classified data.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Ban on ransom payments seen as start, not solution, to cyber risk
Data Protection

Ban on ransom payments seen as start, not solution, to cyber risk

The UK bans public bodies from paying ransomware demands, marking a key move in cyber defence but experts urge broader action for true resilience.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Orange Cyberdefense boosts Swiss presence with ensec acquisition
Cybersecurity

Orange Cyberdefense boosts Swiss presence with ensec acquisition

Orange Cyberdefense enhances its Swiss footprint with the acquisition of ensec, adding 40 experts to strengthen cybersecurity services across the country.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
UK public sector hotlines surpass banks for caller frustration
Unified Communications

UK public sector hotlines surpass banks for caller frustration

UK public sector hotlines now cause more caller frustration over hold times than banks, with healthcare and government services topping the list, says new survey.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Jul 2025
Deloitte & Palantir launch AI-powered system for government clients
Digital Transformation

Deloitte & Palantir launch AI-powered system for government clients

Deloitte and Palantir have launched an AI-powered Enterprise Operating System to help government and commercial clients enhance data insights and operational efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Two Canadians raise USD $6.3 million for AI automation in 911 calls
Artificial Intelligence

Two Canadians raise USD $6.3 million for AI automation in 911 calls

Hyper launches AI technology to manage non-emergency 9-1-1 calls, easing dispatcher workload, after raising USD $6.3 million funding.

By Jake MacAndrew • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
Ministry of Justice boosts cyber security with Palo Alto Networks
Firewalls

Ministry of Justice boosts cyber security with Palo Alto Networks

The UK's Ministry of Justice has strengthened its cyber security with Palo Alto Networks, boosting automated threat resolution by 400% and increasing bandwidth fivefold.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
UK set to ban ransomware payments in public sector crackdown
Virtualisation

UK set to ban ransomware payments in public sector crackdown

The UK plans to ban ransom payments in the public sector and mandate private firms to report such payments, aiming to curb rising ransomware attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
UK moves to ban ransomware payments for public sector groups
Ransomware

UK moves to ban ransomware payments for public sector groups

The UK plans to ban ransomware payments by public sector and critical infrastructure groups to curb rising cyberattacks targeting essential services.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
ICS.AI secures £6.3m contract & reports 127% revenue rise
EduTech

ICS.AI secures £6.3m contract & reports 127% revenue rise

ICS.AI wins £6.3m contract with Cheshire East Council and reports 127% revenue growth, boosting plans to expand UK public sector AI services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
Guernsey awards £1.3m IT contract to Apogee for five years
Digital Transformation

Guernsey awards £1.3m IT contract to Apogee for five years

The States of Guernsey has awarded Apogee a £1.3 million per year, five-year contract to supply IT hardware and support under a new multi-vendor model.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
Vantiq & Radenta launch real-time AI systems in Philippines
Digital Transformation

Vantiq & Radenta launch real-time AI systems in Philippines

Vantiq partners with Radenta to deploy real-time AI systems across the Philippines, boosting swift data-driven decisions in healthcare and public services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Jul 2025