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Social media scams cost Australian children AUD $129,700

Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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AUCyber reports that Australian children have lost over AUD $129,700 to social media scams this year, prompting calls for enhanced online safety measures.
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Pax8 unveils global partner programme for MSP growth

Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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Pax8 has launched the Voyager Alliance, a partner programme aimed at supporting managed service providers with tailored benefits and growth opportunities.
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Zoho reports 18% revenue growth & expands in Australia

Wed, 13th Nov 2024
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Zoho reports a 19% rise in Australian customers and an 18% revenue increase, focusing on local partnerships and social responsibility initiatives.
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Symbiotic Security secures $3m to boost shift-left strategy

Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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cloud services
Symbiotic Security has secured USD $3 million in pre-seed funding to launch a software that enhances security during the software development process.
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Skillable unveils new features for virtual lab simplicity

Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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Skillable has launched new features to enhance virtual lab creation, facilitating easier training development for users worldwide and driving innovation.
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Google's Cloud mandates MFA, sparking mixed reactions

Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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Google's move to enforce multifactor authentication for all Cloud accounts has ignited varied reactions, urging firms to bolster security against rising cyber threats.
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Salto launches SALTO FOUNDATION to boost inclusion in sport

Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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Salto has unveiled the SALTO FOUNDATION, a new initiative dedicated to supporting community development and inclusivity through sport in Australia.
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Spot AI unveils Video AI Agents after USD $31m funding

Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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Spot AI has unveiled its new Video AI Agents, revolutionising surveillance technology following a recent funding round that secured USD $31 million.
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NVIDIA & xAI build supercomputer to power AI training

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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NVIDIA has unveiled the xAI Colossus supercomputer in Memphis, boasting 100,000 Hopper GPUs and claiming to be the world's most powerful AI training system.
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KnowBe4 launches free module to secure the hiring process

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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KnowBe4 has launched a free cybersecurity training module to bolster security during hiring, following a thwarted breach by a North Korean hacker.
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GitHub report: AI propels Python to top language slot

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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GitHub's latest Octoverse report reveals AI's transformative impact, with Python becoming the leading programming language and a 98% rise in generative AI projects.
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New Cloud Security Alliance report stresses ethical AI governance & risk

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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risk & compliance
The Cloud Security Alliance has released a report outlining organisational responsibilities for the ethical implementation of AI technologies.
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Fortinet report exposes gap in employee cyber awareness

Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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A Fortinet report reveals that nearly 70% of organisations find their staff lack basic security awareness, amid rising AI-driven cyber threats.
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Lenovo unveils new tailored journeys in 360 framework

Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Lenovo has unveiled five specialised pathways in its Lenovo 360 Global Framework to enhance partner engagement across key sectors, including AI and education.
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Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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Zscaler's 2024 Ransomware Report reveals an 18% global rise in incidents, with a record $75 million ransom linked to the Dark Angels group.
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Cyber safety campaign launched for high school students

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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The Marketing Syndicate, in partnership with Palo Alto Networks and NSW's Department of Education, launches a cyber safety campaign for high school students.
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New course launched to enhance TPM skills for developers

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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A new course titled 'Trusted Computing 1102: Intermediate TPM Usage' has been launched to enhance the TPM skills of software developers and students.
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Lenovo reveals new Chromebook Duet range for education

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Lenovo has launched its latest Chromebook models, the Duet (11, 9) and Duet EDU G2, blending performance and design for varied user needs.
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Businesses paying ransomware ransoms doubles in 2024

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Research reveals that businesses paying ransoms due to ransomware attacks has surged to 16.3% in 2024, up from 6.9% the previous year.
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Google Cloud launches new generative AI learning courses

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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Google Cloud plans to launch seven new generative AI courses, addressing the urgent skills gap in the sector as many professionals lack necessary training.