Opinion stories - Page 251

Angela Fox from Dell EMC talks about the mainstream appeal of new technologies like AI and VR, and how organisations must adapt as a result.

Doug Smith from Epicor says the rapid adoption of eCommerce is leaving many distributors at risk of falling by the wayside.

Since the infamous CryptoLocker first appeared in 2013, we've seen a huge wave of file-encrypting ransomware variants extorting money.

IT managers aren't just found in IT departments anymore. Arts majors bring valuable soft skills, redefining the pathway into the tech industry.

In 2018, cloud computing is set to transform business landscapes, driven by digital transformation, cost optimisation, and emergent tech like AI and IoT.

Patching difficulties persist as the tech industry grapples with the fallout from Meltdown and Spectre, highlighting flaws in nearly all modern processors.

Regulators in Europe, China, and elsewhere are increasingly setting the agenda on issues ranging from data protection to cybersecurity and AI.

Victoria's auditor-general warns that 41% of state agencies lack disaster recovery plans, leaving Australian businesses vulnerable to massive IT disruptions.

It is vital that we understand the critical relationship between big data and BI, as without one another they are fruitless to an organisation.

These packages allow individuals with little technical skill, to attack businesses and individuals with relative ease.

Australia's power grid faces instability in 2018 as coal is phased out; three key trends in renewables, IoT, and data centres anticipated to stabilise it.

The majority of government websites are underperforming, with the best site scoring 4.6 out of 10 - a failing grade.

Ivanti talk about the upcoming ramifications of the Notifiable Data Breaches act, and the simple things you can do to prepare.

After a year rife with Customer Experience (CX) failures, Australian companies must repair consumer trust through transparency and reliable service delivery.

Cybercriminals stole millions from Queensland law firms using a simple email scam, tricking lawyers into revealing their login passwords.

Whatever the industry or business need, organising data in 2018 should be a top priority for companies big and small.

Digital is not a new concept. What is new is the notion that digital goes beyond simply implementing technology within businesses.

​A Six-Point Checklist for making sure that your security teams have the capacity to track the root causes and progress of noxious malware
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In 2018, Australian businesses will harness machine learning and AI technology for seamless operations, pre-trained models, and enhanced IoT functionalities.

Malwarebytes talks about how outsourcing security operations to MSPs might be the smartest decision an SMB can make in 2018.