Energy sector stories - Page 12

Trustwave's 2025 cybersecurity threat report reveals a staggering 80% rise in ransomware attacks targeting the energy and utilities sector, highlighting urgent security concerns.

Sonatype's latest research reveals a shocking rise in open source malware, with over 778,500 malicious packages detected in 2024, primarily affecting government organisations.

Thoughtworks has teamed up with Amazon Web Services to boost generative AI solutions for industries across the Asia Pacific, enhancing customer engagement and productivity.

Research by Appian shows that despite digital adoption, 78% of Australian energy firms struggle with data accessibility, risking operational efficiency.

The return of Volt Typhoon, a state-sponsored cyber-espionage group, threatens global infrastructures, exploiting outdated devices for covert operations.

Capco has joined forces with POWWR to deliver integrated SaaS solutions aimed at enhancing efficiency for energy retailers and brokers.

In Australia, real-time mobile solutions are transforming safety and efficiency for field workers in the energy sector, which faces a serious operational risk challenge.

Macrium has unveiled Reflect X, a cutting-edge backup solution boasting doubled recovery speeds and native support for ARM devices, enhancing operational resilience.

Orro has launched a new division, Orro Critical Infrastructure, to enhance Operational Technology services for critical infrastructure in Australia and New Zealand.

Vocus Group partners with Gentrack to launch a modern billing system for Dodo Power & Gas, enhancing operational efficiency in the Australian energy sector.

Halliburton's recent cyberattack underscores the urgent need for heightened cybersecurity in the energy sector, stressing proactive measures and robust recovery plans.

Sophos reports a fourfold rise in median recovery costs for energy and water sectors to USD $3 million in 2024, highlighting critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.

SMA Australia has appointed John Alexander as Vice President of its Large Scale division, bringing over 35 years of energy sector experience to the role.

Energy sector outages are costing over USD $34 million annually, reveals a New Relic report. Enhanced observability and AIOps adoption are key strategies for mitigation.

Nuclear power's promise of 24/7 reliability faces unexpected challenges in Australia's future grid, clashing with the dominance of rooftop solar.

African nations are becoming testing grounds for sophisticated ransomware attacks, becoming primary targets before developed nations, according to cybersecurity firm Performanta.

Aiven commits to sustainable operations in the tech sector, highlighting the urgent need for carbon emissions reduction in light of equivalent pollution levels to the aviation industry.

DTEX Systems' report warns that nation state actors are increasingly exploiting insider threats, escalating their interference and intellectual property theft. The issue necessitates urgent attention for enhancing defensive resilience of entities.

Neat appoints Jason MacBride as their new Regional Director for Australia and New Zealand, placing him at the helm of the company's growth strategy across the Oceania region.

Salient Predictions introduces an upgraded model aimed at transforming risk management in key sectors such as energy, agriculture, and insurance, offering advanced foresight for weather-related disasters.