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Tech support scams are the number 1 phishing threat - report
Phishing

Tech support scams are the number 1 phishing threat - report

Tech support scams are the top phishing threat to consumers, according to a report by NortonLifeLock's global research team.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Oct 2021
COVID-19: Proof of vaccination phishing scam hits the web
Phishing

COVID-19: Proof of vaccination phishing scam hits the web

Phishing attacks exploiting COVID-19 vaccine certificates are on the rise, with scammers impersonating national health services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Oct 2021
APAC region could generate 6,000 terabits of data per second by 2025 - Equinix report
Network Infrastructure

APAC region could generate 6,000 terabits of data per second by 2025 - Equinix report

Interconnection bandwidth across major global and Asia Pacific metros are expected to continue their growth to record levels.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Oct 2021
COVID-19 drives up digital payments throughout APAC region
Marketing Technologies

COVID-19 drives up digital payments throughout APAC region

The latest research by Kaspersky reveals that mobile payment apps are booming in APAC, with 90% of respondents using them in the past year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Oct 2021
Xero adds expenses functionality to reimagined Xero Me app
Fintech

Xero adds expenses functionality to reimagined Xero Me app

Xero has announced a reimagined version of Xero Me, its employee self-service app, which now comes with integrated expenses technology.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Oct 2021
Game review: Hot Wheels Unleashed (Xbox Series X)
Software-as-a-Service

Game review: Hot Wheels Unleashed (Xbox Series X)

Hot Wheels Unleashed is a fun arcade racer with a lot of replay value as you collect the 60+ cars digital versions of Hot Wheels cars included in the game.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Wed, 20th Oct 2021
Trickbot remains top malware impacting NZ - report
Malware

Trickbot remains top malware impacting NZ - report

CPR observed a concerning increase of various malware impacting New Zealanders, with 16 additional malware families tied at tenth place for the month.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Mon, 18th Oct 2021
Hacking humans: Social engineering exploits business vulnerabilities
Hacking

Hacking humans: Social engineering exploits business vulnerabilities

The rise in online transactions has led to a surge in cyber-attacks, with fraudsters exploiting vulnerabilities in corporate payment systems, warns eftsure.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Oct 2021
Vertiv launches thermal management solution for small IT rooms and edge computing
Health Technologies

Vertiv launches thermal management solution for small IT rooms and edge computing

Vertiv introduces its latest thermal management solution, the Vertiv Liebert DM, for small and medium-sized computer rooms and IT closets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Oct 2021
Microsoft Cloud for Financial Services general availability
Fintech

Microsoft Cloud for Financial Services general availability

Microsoft has announced Microsoft Cloud for Financial Services will be generally available beginning November 1, 2021.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Oct 2021
The importance of anticipatory design in mobile banking
Customer Relationship Management

The importance of anticipatory design in mobile banking

Applying technology allows banks to anticipate their customer needs, create value and exceed customer expectations.

By Adam Flesch • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2021
Xero plagued by systems issues at worst possible time of month for customers
Fintech

Xero plagued by systems issues at worst possible time of month for customers

Xero is experiencing major systems issues coinciding with end of month invoicing, creating disruption for customers worldwide.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2021
Interview: Invicti's Mark Ralls on the new defining age for web application security
Cybersecurity

Interview: Invicti's Mark Ralls on the new defining age for web application security

Invicti, the cybersecurity firm, has combined web application security expertise from its 2018 merger of Netsparker and Acunetix. .

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021
Are banks, social media and telcos to blame for scam explosion?
Unified Communications

Are banks, social media and telcos to blame for scam explosion?

Consumers think banks, retailers and mobile operators need to do more to protect them and their personal information from fraudsters.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Sep 2021
Trend Micro launches Cloud One data centre in Sydney
Hybrid Cloud

Trend Micro launches Cloud One data centre in Sydney

Trend Micro has launched its Cloud One data center in Sydney to uphold data sovereignty and privacy in Australia.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Sep 2021
Vertiv introduces lithium-ion batteries to UPS range
Hybrid Cloud

Vertiv introduces lithium-ion batteries to UPS range

The options are available for the Vertiv Edge line-interactive UPS family and provide benefits over traditional lead acid batteries.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Sep 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Scam Alert: Flubot malware hits New Zealand
Malware

Scam Alert: Flubot malware hits New Zealand

New Zealand telecoms sector warns customers of a scam text message asking them to click on a link or download an app for delivery information.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021