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Aria is where cutting‑edge technology, security, and AI‑driven innovation intersect. The stories tagged here span everything from next‑gen cloud and data platforms to ransomware trends, smart infrastructure, and the fast‑evolving world of generative and agentic AI. If you want to understand how tools like AI copilots, LLMs, and real‑time analytics are reshaping everything from finance to healthcare to manufacturing, this is your starting point.

Dive into in‑depth coverage of cybersecurity – botnets, ransomware variants, mobile malware, zero‑day exploits, and the shift to continuous, intelligence‑led defence. Explore how data centres, networks, and observability platforms are being redesigned for AI workloads, sustainability, and hybrid cloud. Follow the rise of AI in everyday products too, from wearables and smart home devices to vehicles, retail experiences, and next‑gen collaboration tools.

Aria isn’t just about the technology itself, but about its impact: on regulation, trust, jobs, skills, and digital resilience. Here you’ll find expert commentary, major vendor announcements, case studies, and long‑form explainers that help you connect the dots between infrastructure, security, AI, and real business outcomes. If you’re responsible for strategy, architecture, risk, or innovation, the Aria tag will keep you ahead of what’s coming next.

Ransom note

New research reveals methods to mitigate the impact of ransomware

Tue, 9th Aug 2016
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Study gains insights into typical ransomware behaviour and in doing so, identifies potential solutions for mitigating the impact of their attacks.
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Palo Alto Networks raises the bar for endpoint security

Mon, 8th Aug 2016
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Palo Alto Networks adds machine learning to its security software, enhancing its malware and exploit prevention capabilities.
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KnowBe4 makes security training solution available in 26 languages

Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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The interactive, on-demand and computer-based training covers high-risk topics and how you can identify red flags in your system.
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Heard of Jackware? When connected cars meet ransomware

Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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I define jackware as malicious software that seeks to take control of a device, the purpose of which is not data processing or digital communications.
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Aten inks Australian proAV distribution deal with Madison

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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Madison Technologies has joined Aten's Australian distributor line up with a deal which will see it handling the vendors proAV offerings.
Data pipe

Equinix data centers to serve as PoP for Trident Subsea Cable

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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Equinix data centers in Melbourne, Sydney, Singapore and Jakarta have been selected by Trident Subsea Cable for the cables PoP in APAC.
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PowerWare ransomware imitates locky malware family

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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PoshCoder has been encrypting files with PowerShell since 2014, and the new variant named PowerWare was reported in March 2016.
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Data analytics the key to overcoming business uncertainty

Wed, 27th Jul 2016
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Increasing stakeholder demands, regulatory changes, and disruptive competitors are putting businesses at greater risk, according to Teradata.
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Brocade launches 'industry-first' Gen 6 Fibre family for all-flash data centers

Wed, 27th Jul 2016
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Brocade has launched the industry's first Gen 6 Fibre Channel directors that will complement its storage network solutions.
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HR technology can be a costly expense, says WFS Australia

Fri, 22nd Jul 2016
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Managing labour costs can be a big task for many organisations, but gaining better insight into these costs can deliver significant benefits.
Data centre

It's time to get ready for tomorrow's digital data centers

Fri, 22nd Jul 2016
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Utilizing a wider digital ecosystem can give an organisation a competitive edge while enabling it to evolve with data center advancements.
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Test & measurement vendors to benefit from IoT explosion

Thu, 21st Jul 2016
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Opportunities exist for test and measurement (T&M) vendors worldwide as devices connected to Internet of Things (IoT) swells to a complex level.
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Hands-on Review: HP Spectre - the world's thinnest notebook

Wed, 20th Jul 2016
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The lovely folks at HP seem to be determined to turn me to the Windows side, and with the Spectre, they may be edging ever closer to success.
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FireEye's latest security feature detects and protects from ransomware

Tue, 19th Jul 2016
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FireEye have recently detected a cerber ransomware campaign with Exploit Guard, a new feature of FireEye Endpoint Security (HX).
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Schneider Electric cuts hot air with 'most efficient' cooling system

Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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Schneider Electric's new InRow DX 600mm cooling system halves energy use compared to previous models, enhancing efficiency for data centre operators.
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Four ways to drive digital commerce innovation

Fri, 15th Jul 2016
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marketing
Digital commerce exemplars don't merely convert their product catalogues into eCommerce sites and mobile commerce applications.
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ComCom officially weighs in on Vodafone/Sky merger

Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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The Commerce Commission has released its preliminary issues statement on the Vodafone/Sky merger, a deal that seeks to blend telecom and TV services in NZ.
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Microsoft WPC Day 2 highlights

Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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Highlights from Day 2 of Microsoft's WPC conference are out, Partnerships, Microsoft 365, Windows 10, Surface and Hololens.
Phone stealing

Ransomware: First files … now complete devices

Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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Recently, a particular type of malware, has become increasingly troublesome for both businesses and home users. It is is known as ransomware.
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Feb & March saw huge spike in ransomware attacks against Australia

Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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FireEye research has brought the truth about ransomware attacks close to home, as Australia and the entire APJ region is increasingly targeted.