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Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.
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Aflac wins 2024 CSO award for innovative security project
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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Aflac has been awarded the 2024 CSO Award for its innovative Quackcess Granted authentication initiative, enhancing security and customer experience.
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GMI Cloud secures USD $82M to expand AI infrastructure
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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GMI Cloud has secured USD $82 million in Series A funding to enhance its cloud infrastructure and establish a new data centre in the US.
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New report reveals persistent API security breaches risk
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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A new Traceable AI report reveals 57% of organisations have suffered API breaches, highlighting significant flaws in current security measures.
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GitGuardian report highlights rising secrets security concerns
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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GitGuardian's 2024 report reveals that 79% of IT leaders have seen secrets leaks, highlighting growing concerns and a shift towards enhanced security measures.
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Study shows 77% of firms replace tech based on age, not use
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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A new study reveals 77% of firms in the US and UK replace technology purely based on age, leading to unnecessary costs and e-waste concerns.
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Gallagher Security partners with Clear Digital in NZ
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Gallagher Security has partnered with Clear Digital to enhance its Security Made Better solution across New Zealand, building on success in Australia.
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Generational divides revealed in Black Friday survey
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Sinch's 2024 Consumer Black Friday/Cyber Monday Survey reveals younger shoppers favour mobile messaging for promotions, with 44% of 18-29 year-olds ready to spend more.
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ADT Security announces re-entry into security guarding
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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ADT Security is re-entering the security guarding market, teaming up with Signature Security Group to launch innovative video guarding services across Australasia.
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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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Alimetry raises USD $18m for gut health innovation
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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Alimetry has secured $18 million in oversubscribed funding to advance its FDA-approved wearable device for gut health monitoring and diagnosis.
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Deel expands global visa support for digital nomads
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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Deel has expanded its immigration support for digital nomads, offering visa assistance across nine countries to streamline global employment processes.
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CompTIA becomes National Ambassador for NCRCG in the UK
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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CompTIA has become a National Ambassador for the NCRCG, boosting collaboration to enhance cyber resilience across the UK economy.
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Moomoo launches global paper-trading challenge for USD $100k
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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Moomoo has launched its first global paper-trading challenge, offering a total of USD $100,000 in prizes for participants trading US stocks and ETFs.
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Proofpoint uncovers 'Voldemort' malware linked to TA415
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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Researchers at Proofpoint have unveiled a sophisticated malware campaign named 'Voldemort', linked to the TA415 threat group, targeting over 70 organisations worldwide.
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ABB's Stuart Thompson wins Future of Field Service award
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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Stuart Thompson of ABB Electrification Service has won a Future of Field Service 2024 Stand Out 50 Award for transforming the business into a USD $1.1 billion success.
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Forrester predicts AI shifts for Asia-Pacific by 2025
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Forrester's report highlights that by 2025, 60% of APAC firms will adopt AI language models, with a shift towards private cloud strategies in Greater China.
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Forrester predicts 25% drop in brand loyalty by 2025
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Forrester predicts a 25% decline in brand loyalty by 2025 due to rising prices, while loyalty programmes are set to rise amid consumer cost-cutting efforts.
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Airbnb launches Co-Host Network to simplify management
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Airbnb has launched its Co-Host Network, allowing local experts to manage properties, helping homeowners earn income without the daily management hassles.
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3G shutdown in Australia: Real consequences or overblown concerns?
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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As Australia delays its 3G network shutdown, debates arise over whether concerns about the switch-off are justified or exaggerated amid the transition.