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Botnets are being overshadowed by ransomware - in the media, at least

Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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Botnets not only harm the owners of infected computers, but others too – they can send out spam, distributing a range of scams or even ransomware.
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NEC launches new APAC center to simplify digital transformation

Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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NEC has launched a 'Center of Excellence for Analytics Platform & Solutions' for promoting solutions & services of its big data & analytics platform.
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Thursdays are the most dangerous days for our inboxes, Proofpoint finds

Thu, 8th Jun 2017
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Be especially wary of the dangers lurking in your inbox on Thursdays - because that's when malicious email attachments are likely to spike.
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Businesses accelerating cloud adoption for increased agility

Tue, 6th Jun 2017
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15% of new enterprise applications are cloud-native today with adoption set to increase rapidly in the next three years, jumping to 32% by 2020.
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Security - It really is all or nothing if you want to know the enemy

Tue, 6th Jun 2017
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Cybersecurity spending is set to reach $90bn in 2017 as businesses shift focus to detection and response capabilities.
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RPA market set to hit $870 million across ANZ by 2020

Tue, 6th Jun 2017
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Robotic process automation is hitting local shores, with ANZ businesses investing to the tune of $216m this year - and increasing to $870m come 2020.
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Cost of cybercrime for businesses to surpass $8 trillion over next five years

Thu, 1st Jun 2017
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New insights from Juniper Research have predicted a rather dire future for modern businesses in the constant war against cybercrime.
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NAB phishing scams making the rounds, MailGuard reports

Mon, 29th May 2017
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A new wave of bank phishing emails is hitting recipients, this time from attackers impersonating National Australia Bank.
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Qudos Bank, Tesco & a UK retailer: Talend celebrates 44% revenue growth

Mon, 29th May 2017
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One example of international growth is a new agreement Talend signed with a UK retailer to manage and consolidate customer data following a merger.
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This handbag charges your phone and protects from prying hands

Mon, 29th May 2017
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The handbags feature wireless smart device charging, bio-lock security, Bluetooth proximity alerts, and enough organization to rival a mobile office.
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How automated technology can prevent a payroll fraud

Fri, 26th May 2017
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Cutting-edge tech holds key to payroll fraud prevention, following a colossal Plutus scandal, says InPayTech's Don Sharp.
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“The future is rural for telecom operators looking to differentiate”

Thu, 25th May 2017
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Speaking at CommunicAsia, Speedcast vice president said telcos need to start focusing on rural services if they want to keep ahead of competitors.
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Interview: The SecureWorks detectives uncovering the 'who and why' of cybercrime

Tue, 23rd May 2017
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What is it about financial organisations that makes them attractive targets for cybercriminals? SecureWorks gives us the lowdown.
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Are NSW small businesses too confident about their security?

Mon, 15th May 2017
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Almost a third of New South Wales small businesses have fallen victim to cybercrime, believing a limited web presence protects them.
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Janrain celebrates two year since opening up China to international brands

Mon, 15th May 2017
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Janrain is entering its third year since becoming the first Customer Identity and Access Management provider to provide reach into Chinese markets.
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Start-ups, FinTech & broadband: Tech features of the Australian Budget 2016-17

Thu, 11th May 2017
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Aussie Budget '16-'17 boosts tech prowess with FinTech sandbox, tax relief for start-ups, and broadband plans, fuelling a digital economy renaissance.
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The 2017-18 Budget: Here's what Aussie's cyber security vendors think

Thu, 11th May 2017
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​The Australian Budget dropped on Tuesday evening, and as per usual, there will be winners and losers - here is the POV from some top IT vendors.
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Australian budget reaffirms commitment to fintech industry

Wed, 10th May 2017
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Australia's budget boosts fintech with open data and sandbox expansion, driving growth and consumer benefits, says FinTech Australia CEO.
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LogRhythm launches partner program alongside security's biggest brands

Tue, 9th May 2017
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LogRhythm has launched a Technology Alliance Partner Program and signed up the likes of Carbon Black, Cisco and Palo Alto Networks.
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DDoS: How Big Data can help combat a real and prevalent threat

Mon, 8th May 2017
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DDoS attacks are becoming more and more prevalent. More than 2000 attacks observed every day force thousands of websites into shutdown.