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I love a sunburnt country – but it's tough on network gear
Network Infrastructure

I love a sunburnt country – but it's tough on network gear

Deploying network gear in Australia's harsh environments demands a balance between cost and quality. Businesses seek robust, automated solutions to stay competitive.

By Guy Kelly • 5 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
SMA Australia appoints John Alexander as VP of Large Scale
Power / Energy

SMA Australia appoints John Alexander as VP of Large Scale

SMA Australia has appointed John Alexander as Vice President of its Large Scale division, bringing over 35 years of energy sector experience to the role.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024

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Teleperformance opens new multilingual hub in Bali
Unified Communications

Teleperformance opens new multilingual hub in Bali

Teleperformance has launched a new multilingual hub in Bali, Indonesia, aiming to bolster customer service for clients in the Asia Pacific region.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
AI & ML crucial for utilities facing demand challenges
Cartech

AI & ML crucial for utilities facing demand challenges

Itron's new report highlights AI and ML as vital tools for utilities facing soaring electricity demand and safety challenges amid the energy transition.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Phosphorus expands into APJ with new leadership appointments
Digital Transformation

Phosphorus expands into APJ with new leadership appointments

Phosphorus is enhancing its presence in the Asia Pacific and Japan region, appointing Brett Raphael and Alex Nehmy to lead its expansion efforts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Dragos acquires Network Perception to boost OT cybersecurity
Unified Communications

Dragos acquires Network Perception to boost OT cybersecurity

Dragos has acquired Network Perception, integrating the NP-View platform to enhance cybersecurity for critical infrastructure sectors, including utilities and manufacturing.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
Will EV charging infrastructure ever be fit for purpose?
Cartech

Will EV charging infrastructure ever be fit for purpose?

The UK's EV charging infrastructure is lagging amid shifting phase-out dates for petrol and diesel cars. Will it catch up by 2030?.

By Rolf Bienert • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
UK firms lag in cybersecurity confidence, study reveals
Supply Chain

UK firms lag in cybersecurity confidence, study reveals

Only 25% of UK businesses perceive themselves as cybersecurity leaders, highlighting tech connectivity's impact on performance and resilience.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
KnowBe4 report reveals surge in cyberattacks on infrastructure
EduTech

KnowBe4 report reveals surge in cyberattacks on infrastructure

A new report by KnowBe4 reveals a dramatic rise in cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure, highlighting urgent security measures for sectors like energy and transport.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
Cohesity report: firms overconfident in cyber resilience abilities
Ransomware

Cohesity report: firms overconfident in cyber resilience abilities

A new Cohesity survey reveals a stark reality: 67% of firms suffered ransomware attacks in 2024 despite 78% having confidence in their cyber resilience.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
Thales report reveals critical security gaps in infrastructure
Software-as-a-Service

Thales report reveals critical security gaps in infrastructure

Thales' 2024 report reveals critical infrastructure sectors face escalating ransomware threats, citing inadequate formal planning; 24% report recent attacks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Cybersecurity fears rise ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics
Unified Communications

Cybersecurity fears rise ahead of 2024 Paris Olympics

As the 2024 Paris Olympics near, cybersecurity fears rise, with experts warning of imminent threats, including AI-driven DDoS attacks and hacktivism.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2024
Ransomware recovery costs soar in energy & water sectors
Encryption

Ransomware recovery costs soar in energy & water sectors

Sophos reports a fourfold rise in median recovery costs for energy and water sectors to USD $3 million in 2024, highlighting critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
SnapLogic survey reveals crippling costs of outdated technology
Generative AI

SnapLogic survey reveals crippling costs of outdated technology

Legacy systems are costing businesses nearly USD $3 million annually, reveals SnapLogic. The integration of GenAI promises to alleviate 25% of workloads.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Digital transformation in utilities hampered by leadership conflict
Data Analytics

Digital transformation in utilities hampered by leadership conflict

A new IFS study shows only 20% of utilities firms have completed digital transformation, despite AI being a top priority.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024

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Avec appoints Alex Gray as new General Manager for NZ
DevOps

Avec appoints Alex Gray as new General Manager for NZ

Avec appoints Alex Gray as General Manager for New Zealand, tasking the industry veteran with expanding the company's footprint in the region.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
Genetec & STid launch encrypted I/O module for EU compliance
Risk & Compliance

Genetec & STid launch encrypted I/O module for EU compliance

Genetec and STid unveil a new I/O module for high-assurance access control, available in Q4 2024, targeting stringent European cybersecurity regulations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024