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Malwarebytes launches new unified cyber protection platform
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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uc
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Malwarebytes launches a new cyber protection platform, featuring an all-in-one dashboard with real-time guidance, as consumer threats hit unprecedented highs.
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AI-driven cyber threats dominate new Palo Alto Networks report
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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Palo Alto Networks' '2024 Unit 42 Report' reveals rising cybersecurity threats driven by AI, with sectors like insurance and pharmaceuticals facing heightened vulnerabilities.
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Ransomware trends: A threat to insurance business continuity
Tue, 13th Aug 2024
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
The rapidly evolving ransomware threat poses a significant risk to business continuity, crucially impacting cyber insurance strategies. Companies must bolster cybersecurity to stay ahead.
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Zurich Australia & Tesla launch exclusive EV insurance programme
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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cartech
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cloud services
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insurance
Zurich Australia partners with Tesla to provide exclusive insurance for EV customers via the InsureMyTesla product, integrated directly into the Tesla app.
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Arctic Wolf expands free Cyber JumpStart Portal for all businesses
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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insurance
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threat intelligence
Arctic Wolf's Cyber JumpStart Portal is now available to businesses of all sizes. It offers free tools to manage cyber risk and enhance insurability.
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Insurwave partners with Ambrey for maritime risk solution
Wed, 7th Aug 2024
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risk & compliance
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insurance
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risk management
Insurwave and Ambrey join forces to integrate advanced specialty insurance tech with maritime risk management, promising real-time threat alerts and enhanced security.
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Exclusive: Outsized's Sarah Kahlau on ANZ's flexible talent solutions
Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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insurance
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recruitment
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skills gap
Sarah Kahlau, MD of Outsized ANZ, discusses the firm's strategic expansion, flexible talent solutions, and unique human-first approach in a high-growth region.
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Australia ranks fourth globally in GenAI maturity & usage
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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genai
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data privacy
Australia ranks fourth globally in GenAI adoption, trailing only China, the UK, and the US, with 63% of local organisations embracing the technology.
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Monoova & Guidewire join forces to modernise Aus insurance
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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payment technologies
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insurance
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modernisation
Monoova partners with Guidewire to modernise Australian insurance payments, introducing new methods like PayTo to replace direct debits by 2030 and enhance client satisfaction.
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Report reveals 95% of UK, US firms struggle with data issues
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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partner programmes
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ai
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ai models
A staggering 95% of UK and US firms struggle with data issues, as revealed by esynergy, with ineffective governance undermining business operations and decision-making.
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Crowdstrike update causes global IT outage across industries
Sun, 21st Jul 2024
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dr
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devops
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encryption
A faulty update from Crowdstrike has triggered a global IT outage, disrupting healthcare, broadcasting, and more, raising urgent questions about security dependencies.
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Fidelity Life launches enhanced E-App with UnderwriteMe
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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collaboration
Fidelity Life teams with UnderwriteMe to launch E-App, transforming life insurance applications in New Zealand by streamlining the underwriting process.
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GoCardless & ICE InsureTech partner to streamline payments
Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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fintech
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payment technologies
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insurance
GoCardless and ICE InsureTech collaborate to streamline bank payment collections for insurance firms in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs.
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Brands & AI gear up for Olympics spotlight & challenges
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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cx
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martech
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hcm
Brands worldwide prepare to leverage the 2024 Summer Olympics' extensive visibility, with 41% of US adults poised to follow closely.
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NormCyber honoured as Fortinet’s Security Operations Partner
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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firewalls
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siem
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cloud security
NormCyber crowned Fortinet's Security Operations Partner of the Year, solidifying its prowess in advanced cyber threat defence at the UK Partner Awards.
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Outsized expands into ANZ region amid growing talent demand
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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digital transformation
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dei
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ai
Outsized expands into Australia and New Zealand, bringing its unique talent platform specialising in high-end roles. Led by Sara Kahlau, the move addresses skills shortages in key sectors.
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Creatio secures USD $200 million to reach unicorn status
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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crm
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rpa
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low-code
Creatio secures USD $200 million in funding, reaching a USD $1.2 billion valuation. Led by Sapphire Ventures, this investment will bolster global expansion and AI innovation.
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SoftServe study shows global gap in generative AI success
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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genai
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healthtech
While 22% of firms globally effectively utilise Gen AI, a SoftServe study highlights prevailing data and skill gaps, reflecting similar trends in Singapore.
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OutSystems Developer Cloud earns SOC 2 attestation for security
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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martech
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low-code
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data privacy
OutSystems secures SOC 2 attestation for its Developer Cloud, ensuring heightened security for mission-critical applications across highly regulated industries.
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Affinda raises USD $10 million to expand AI team & global reach
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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ai
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edge ai
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government
Affinda Group secures USD $10 million in latest funding round, raising total to USD $22.9 million over 18 months, and now valued at USD $120 million.