Australian Stories

UTS & Institute of Data open virtual industry placement program

UTS and the Institute of Data have launched a virtual industry placement program to boost skills in cybersecurity and data science amidst rising demand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020

Virtualisation

How faster data is helping financial services firms cope with new demands

Post-Royal Commission, Australian financial institutions turn to data virtualisation for compliance, ensuring transparency and operational efficiency.

By Grant Christian • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2020

Global Stories

Malware

Trend Micro: COVID-19 related malware and spam on the rise

Malware and spam related to COVID-19 are increasing globally, with the US identified as the top location, according to Trend Micro.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 11th May 2020

Cybersecurity

Consumers putting convenience over security due to COVID-19 restrictions

COVID-19 restrictions have shifted consumer priorities, with many now favouring convenience over online security, reveals Callsign research.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Mon, 11th May 2020

DevOps

9 Spokes empowers Kiwi SMBs through Microsoft partnership

9 Spokes partners with Microsoft to empower New Zealand SMBs via cloud solutions, enhancing their tech capabilities and business insights.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 4th May 2020

Malware

Consumer tolerance of cyber attacks wanes as users wise-up about security

Consumer patience for cyber-attacks is dwindling; 70% believe companies fail in data protection, prompting many to switch to more secure competitors.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2020

Digital Transformation

Interview: Base 2 head discusses digital transformation during pandemic

Base 2's Greg Sharp highlights the urgent need for SMBs to invest in digital transformation during the COVID-19 crisis to ensure business continuity.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2020

Data Privacy

Avast Secure Browser comes to Android

Avast Secure Browser has been a mainstay for the security platform in Windows and Mac, and this is the first time it has come to mobile.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Apr 2020

Network Infrastructure

Virtustream solution promises 99.95% SAP app uptime

The solution actively monitors the entire SAP environment, including servers, storage, operating system, network, databases and applications.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2020

Marketing Technologies

Kaspersky improves security for ATMs and PoS systems

Kaspersky has launched a new version of its Embedded Systems Security which has improved security for ATMs in remote areas with a 2G internet connection.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2020

Hyperscale

Edge computing market to explode in APAC despite pandemic woes

Despite pandemic challenges, APAC's edge computing market is set to soar to USD $5.8 billion by 2024, driven by rapid digital transformation and 5G.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2020

Data Analytics

Banking and finance – the content conundrum in a post-Commission world

By cutting out the silos and shadow systems, financial organisations can increase operational efficiency and governance.

By Jamie Atherton and Eugene Chng • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Apr 2020

Phishing

How a cyber-gang with a posh name stole millions from private equity firms

The gang succeeded in its campaign by manipulating email correspondences, registering lookalike domains, and cashing out in phases.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Apr 2020

Unified Communications

Increased digital adoption is silver lining for vendors during pandemic

APAC IT vendors have a significant revenue growth opportunity in digital transformation post-COVID-19, says GlobalData. Increased digital adoption expected.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2020

Fintech

Xero rolls out updates to empower SMEs hit by COVID-19

Xero updates software to help Australian small businesses access JobKeeper payments and navigate government processes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2020

EduTech

What will stop COVID-19 cyber attacks? Technology and education

As COVID-19 cyber attacks rise, Wavelink underscores the imperative of advanced technology and robust education to mitigate risks and safeguard businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2020

Unified Communications

State of the nation: SEEK reports extreme impact on job market by COVID-19

Advertisements for new jobs have fallen drastically since the COVID-19 outbreak took hold, according to the latest employment snapshot from SEEK New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2020

Data Analytics

Analyst firm Ecosystm opens up research cache free for use

Analyst research reports, video content, blogs and other features are now available to provide industry leaders with information and analysis on technology.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2020

Phishing

Cybercriminals most likely to impersonate Apple, Netflix in phishing attacks

Cybercriminals are increasingly impersonating major tech companies like Apple, Netflix, and WhatsApp in phishing attacks, warns Check Point's Q1 2020 report.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2020