Europe (European) stories - Page 34
Rising deepfake threats prompt surge in biometric defences
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Deepfake threats are on the rise, with 47% of firms encountering attacks; 75% are employing biometric defences, while 62% fear current measures are inadequate.
Time-matching renewables gain interest among Australian firms
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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nem
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unsw
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net zero
A new report reveals that Australian firms are increasingly turning to time-matching renewable technologies to align energy generation with hourly demand.
Ransomware attacks on industry double in 2024 second quarter
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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cybercriminals
Ransomware attacks on the industrial sector nearly doubled in Q2 2024, with manufacturers hardest hit, reports cybersecurity firm Dragos.
Amazon hits 100% renewable energy target seven years early
Mon, 12th Aug 2024
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hyperscale
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power / energy
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genai
Amazon surpasses its 2030 goal, hitting 100% renewable energy for operations in 2023. This milestone is a major leap towards its net-zero carbon commitment by 2040.
Global ransomware attacks dip below average in June 2024
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Global ransomware attacks dipped below annual averages in June 2024, with significant declines in activity from LockBit 3.0.
Veracode unveils enhanced global partner programme amid AI boom
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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application security
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partner programmes
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ai
In response to the AI-driven evolution in software security, Veracode has unveiled its upgraded Veracode Velocity Partner Programme.
Global ransomware attacks drop in June as law enforcement intensifies
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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ransomware
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healthtech
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microsoft
Global ransomware attacks dropped below this year's average in June for the first time in 2024, with 331 incidents amid increased law enforcement pressure.
FedEx expands International Connect Plus service to new regions
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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shipping
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fedex
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cross-border
FedEx expands its FedEx International Connect Plus service to new U.S. and European destinations, enhancing cross-border eCommerce solutions for Asia-Pacific e-tailers.
Global enterprises struggling with AI talent shortage
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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data protection
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ai
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cybersecurity
More than a third of global enterprises are struggling to attract essential AI and data talent, jeopardising their AI ambitions, an IDC study reveals.
Malicious Python package targets macOS & GCP credentials
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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application security
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supply chain
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social engineering
Checkmarx has unveiled a malicious Python package on PyPi targeting macOS developers, designed to steal Google Cloud Platform credentials from users.
Green technology market to hit USD $122.69 billion by 2032
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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iot
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power / energy
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ai
The green tech market is set to surge with a 22.4% CAGR from $16.25 billion in 2022 to $122.69 billion by 2032, driven by emerging regions and innovation.
Hexnode appoints Tim Bell as VP of sales for EMEA & APJ regions
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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resellers
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leadership
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emea
Hexnode appoints Tim Bell as VP of Sales for EMEA and APJ regions, leveraging his 24 years of tech sales leadership to enhance market presence and drive growth.
Haruko expands to Southeast Asia, secures USD $6 million funding
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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fintech
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venture capital
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global expansion
Digital asset platform Haruko secures USD $6 million for Southeast Asia expansion, led by White Star Capital and MMC Ventures, boosting its total funding to USD $16 million.
91% of Australians seek better support for neurodivergent employees
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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anz bank
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dxc
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police
A new survey by DXC Technology reveals 91% of Australians feel organisations can better support neurodivergent employees.
Tether secures $1.5m to expand tech operations globally
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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power / energy
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printing
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westpac
Tether has secured GBP $1.5 million funding to expand into Australia, the UK, and Europe, set to deploy its 10,000th sensor.
AMD to acquire Silo AI for USD $665 million in AI expansion
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
AMD plans to acquire Silo AI, Europe's largest private AI lab, for USD $665 million, bolstering its AI strategy and capabilities.
Aleph Group expands global reach with Entravision acquisition
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
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edutech
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digital transformation
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martech
Aleph Group has completed its acquisition of Entravision Global Partners, expanding its reach in over 140 countries and enhancing access to key digital platforms.
Freshworks appoints Ian Tickle as VP for Europe expansion
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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martech
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oracle
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adobe
Freshworks has named Ian Tickle as Senior VP and General Manager for Europe, tasking him with driving the company's expansion across the continent.
63% of organisations faced software supply chain attacks
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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application security
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
A Checkmarx study shows 63% of organisations faced software supply chain attacks in the past two years, with open-source software posing major risks.
Australians favour digital apps for overseas remittances
Wed, 26th Jun 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Visa's new report reveals that 67% of Australians prefer digital apps for overseas remittances, driven by occasions, unexpected needs, and humanitarian aid.