Data Security stories
Nine in ten IT leaders faced cyberattacks as threats intensify
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hybrid cloud
A new report reveals that 90% of IT leaders faced cyberattacks in 2024, with nearly one fifth enduring over 25 breaches amid growing cloud vulnerabilities.
Responsibility declines as attacks continue: UK cybersecurity survey
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saas
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phishing
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cybersecurity
Only 27% of UK boards now have cybersecurity responsibility, down from 38% in 2021, amid rising phishing attacks threatening businesses nationwide.
ONLYOFFICE DocSpace 3.1 update brings VDR roles & templates
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document management
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software development
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data encryption
ONLYOFFICE launches DocSpace 3.1, enhancing Virtual Data Rooms with role-based forms, guest management, templates and AES-256 encryption for self-hosted users.
AvePoint unveils security upgrades for Elements Platform to aid MSPs
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data protection
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mfa
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cloud security
AvePoint updates its Elements Platform with enhanced security and management features to help MSPs scale operations and protect client data effectively.
ANZ firms ramp up AI agent adoption to stay competitive in 2025
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Australian and New Zealand firms are rapidly expanding AI agent investments, with 91% deeming it vital for staying competitive, says Cloudera survey.
Exclusive: Abhas Ricky on how Cloudera is powering the AI revolution
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Cloudera's CSO, Abhas Ricky, highlights AI's shift from labs to enterprise with hybrid AI solutions powering faster, secure, on-prem deployments and innovation.
Kiteworks & Wasabi partner to lower cloud storage costs
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storage
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data protection
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digital transformation
Kiteworks and Wasabi Technologies partner to deliver secure, cost-effective cloud storage and file transfer targeting regulated industries including healthcare and finance.
Kiteworks reveals the top data breaches of 2024 report
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cybersecurity
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data security
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financial services
Kiteworks has revealed its report on the top data breaches of 2024, highlighting the increasing importance of data sensitivity in assessing breach severity.
One in fourteen workers use China-based AI apps, study shows
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data protection
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cloud security
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martech
Employees use an average of 254 AI apps at work, with 7% trying China-based platforms, raising serious data security concerns, Harmonic Security finds.
CData unveils cloud service after $350 million backing
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
CData Software's new cloud-based service expands data connectivity for software firms, following $350m investment and Gartner Magic Quadrant recognition.
UK banking sector most trusted despite low confidence
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biometrics
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mfa
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data privacy
The UK banking sector ranks as the most trusted for sharing personal data, yet just 51% of consumers show confidence, revealing significant generational divides.
UK managers prioritise local data storage amid AI concerns
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edutech
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data privacy
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ai
A recent survey shows that 85% of UK managers prioritise local data storage due to rising concerns over AI security and privacy amidst widespread AI adoption.
AvePoint unveils new central hub for managing data security
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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ai
AvePoint has unveiled its Risk Posture Command Center within its Confidence Platform to simplify data security and risk management for organisations.
Data privacy, cost & legacy barriers slow enterprise AI
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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Research from Cloudera reveals data privacy, legacy systems, and cost hinder global enterprise AI growth despite 96% of IT leaders planning increased adoption.
InfluxDB 3 Core & Enterprise bring high-speed data tools
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data analytics
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edge computing
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iot
InfluxData launches InfluxDB 3 Core and Enterprise, boosting real-time data handling with open source and advanced production features for developers and firms.
How can small and medium businesses safeguard against rising data privacy threats?
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data protection
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ransomware
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encryption
Small and medium Australian businesses face rising data privacy threats, with cybercrime costs averaging AUD$49,600 as regulations tighten on data protection.
Most firms failing audit standards due to poor workflows
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Research by Swimlane reveals only 29% of organisations consistently meet compliance standards amid rising regulations and fragmented audit workflows.
Google Threat Intelligence explains China’s evolving cyber tactics
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ransomware
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
At Google Cloud Next, Sandra Joyce revealed China's advanced cyber tactics, highlighting a global surge in espionage and rising ransomware incidents.
The right approach in controlling the Shadow SaaS sprawl today
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cloud security
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casb
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sase
Organisations now utilise nearly 500 SaaS applications on average, with less than half formally approved by IT, highlighting significant Shadow SaaS management issues.
CyberArk & Accenture integrate AI Refinery for security
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digital transformation
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
CyberArk and Accenture are teaming up to boost identity security for AI agents, aiming to tackle emerging cybersecurity challenges in enterprise environments.