COVID-19 stories - Page 13
COVID-19 themed malware and credential theft campaigns make a resurgence as Delta variant spreads
Fri, 27th Aug 2021
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email security
Proofpoint has observed high volumes of COVID-19 themed threats distributing malware and credential theft campaigns.
Future of SecOps in the face of unprecedented workforce transformation - report
Wed, 25th Aug 2021
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cybersecurity
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cso / ciso
CyberRes has found the increased adoption of advanced security technologies is primarily driven by an expanding attack surface caused by COVID-19.
Online security a concern as screen addiction surges during COVID-19 lockdown
Wed, 25th Aug 2021
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online services
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mental health
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technology addiction
COVID-19 is fueling screen addiction among New Zealanders, with 36% admitting they are hooked, according to NortonLifeLock's global study.
Artificial intelligence firm Ambit begins investment round
Tue, 24th Aug 2021
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cx
The raise is intended to capitalise on trends accelerated by COVID-19, including the rapid adoption of messaging by consumers and 24/7 online shopping.
APAC businesses unsure if cybersecurity defences are up to scratch
Tue, 24th Aug 2021
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spending
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covid-19
Over half of Asia-Pacific businesses are unsure if their cybersecurity defenses can combat hackers' new strategies, according to EY.
Huge uptake in digital mental health services during lockdown - NZHIT
Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
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healthtech
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cloud services
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digital technology
Kiwis are increasingly turning to online mental health services for support as they grapple with the uncertainty brought on by the lockdown.
COVID-19 lockdowns make New Zealand business sitting ducks for a cyberattack
Fri, 20th Aug 2021
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cybersecurity
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covid-19
New Zealand's lockdowns may lead to a surge in cyberattacks, with small and medium-sized businesses at risk, warns cyber security expert Samrat Choudhury.
Surge in fake COVID-19 vaccine certificates on darknet following delta outbreak
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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covid-19
Surge in fake vaccination certificate sellers on Telegram, with Check Point Research reporting a 257% increase. Prices dropping to as low as $100.
Australia and New Zealand lagging behind the UK with infrastructure - potential BIM mandates
Tue, 17th Aug 2021
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autodesk
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infrastructure spend
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3d technology
Autodesk and Infrastructure NSW have started the discussion around a potential BIM mandate by the Australian and New Zealand governments.
WorkForce Software increases revenue by 300% in APAC region
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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workforce technology
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WorkForce Software sees 20% YoY revenue growth and gains 232 new or expanded customer relationships in 1H of 2021, with strong growth in Asia Pacific.
Retail sector top target for ransomware and data-theft extortion attacks during pandemic
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Retail sector hit hard by ransomware and data-theft attacks during the pandemic, with extortion attacks on the rise, says Sophos.
NZ business facing higher risk of PC malware attacks
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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malware
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cybersecurity
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avast
New Zealand businesses face higher risk of PC malware attacks than businesses in Australia, UK, US, according to Avast.
Organisations must accelerate digital transformation - Aruba
Mon, 9th Aug 2021
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digital transformation
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covid-19
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hpe aruba networking
The hospitality sector must prioritize digital transformation to recover from the pandemic and meet evolving consumer demands, warns Aruba.
65% of employers focus more on employee experience in 2021 than two years ago
Tue, 3rd Aug 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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ibm
A new report reveals 65% of employers focus more on the employee experience in 2021 than two years ago, largely due to COVID-19.
Westcon NZ posts $17.6m revenue drop with little effect on profit
Tue, 3rd Aug 2021
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financial results
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distributors
Westcon Group NZ revenue drops by $17.6m to $134.4m in 2021, but profits only dip by $117k due to cost savings. COVID-19 impact monitored.
Workday survey explores the impact of COVID-19 on finance and the lack of data insights
Fri, 30th Jul 2021
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data insights
Workday has announced its chief financial officer survey results, exploring the impacts of COVID-19 on the finance function.
Cost of a data breach hits record high during pandemic - IBM
Fri, 30th Jul 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Security incidents became more costly and harder to contain due to drastic operational shifts during the pandemic.
Finance and IT collaboration to drive post pandemic recovery in Australia
Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
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data analytics
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planning
Australian finance and IT leaders are set to drive COVID-19 recovery, but must collaborate and break down silos, finds study by SAP Concur and Oxford Economics.
Substantial rise in Agile adoption across the enterprise
Fri, 16th Jul 2021
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devops
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apm
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software development
Agile adoption in enterprises sees notable increase, with a desire for distributed workforce, according to Digital.ai's State of Agile Report.
Overtime in NZ business increasing, more than half go unpaid
Thu, 15th Jul 2021
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recruitment
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hays
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mental health
29% of NZ organisations saw an increase in overtime in the past year, with 51% of staff not being paid, according to Hays.