IT professionals stories
Financial sector's growing focus on cloud resiliency in 2023
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dr
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
The Cloud Security Alliance's new report reveals that 78% of financial institutions use single-cloud systems, emphasising resilience amid rising cyber threats.
Businesses struggle with IT security, Kaspersky reports
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
A recent Kaspersky report reveals 38% of businesses struggle with IT security, facing downtime and productivity losses amid evolving cyber threats.
Public sector IT faces budgetary hurdles, says survey
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it professionals
A recent SolarWinds survey reveals that only 18% of public sector IT professionals believe their budgets meet their needs, intensifying financial strains globally.
IT pros face challenges with AI in app development by 2025
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application security
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low-code
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genai
OutSystems' 2025 report reveals 88% of IT professionals are exploring generative AI for app development, amid concerns over security and integration challenges.
New study highlights challenges in ITDR adoption by firms
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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it professionals
A Quest Software study reveals 84% of firms engaging in Identity Threat Detection and Response see benefits, despite facing significant implementation challenges.
KnowBe4 launches AI agents to boost cyber risk management
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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genai
KnowBe4 has launched its AIDA suite of AI security agents, designed to improve human risk management and combat evolving cybersecurity threats.
Australian firms embrace AI to bolster cybersecurity efforts
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
A new survey reveals that 56% of Australian IT professionals view AI as a crucial asset in combatting cyber threats, with 91% anticipating increased security spending.
Australian firms combat rising AI-driven deepfake threats
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firewalls
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encryption
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network security
Australian businesses are ramping up efforts to combat rising deepfake cyber threats, with 66% implementing measures against AI-driven impersonations.
Deepfake attacks seen as top cyber threat in Australia
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
AI-generated deepfake attacks have emerged as the top cyber threat for IT professionals in Australia, prompting 66% of companies to develop response plans.
SolarWinds survey reveals widening IT skills gap concerns
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it industry
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outsourcing
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solarwinds
A recent SolarWinds survey reveals 41% of IT professionals are struggling to find qualified candidates, highlighting a significant skills gap in the industry.
Dynatrace platform now available on Microsoft Azure Aus
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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saas
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microsoft
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it professionals
Dynatrace has launched its platform on Microsoft Azure in Australia, allowing local customers to enhance cloud deployments with AI and analytics capabilities.
Kaseya survey finds human behaviour a top cyber threat
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
Kaseya's 2024 Cybersecurity Survey reveals human behaviour as the top concern for IT professionals, affecting 89% of respondents amid rising cyber threats.
How to unlock efficiency dividends in digitally-minded Australian organisations
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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partner programmes
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managed services
As Australian organisations seek greater efficiency, automation in IT infrastructure emerges as a vital strategy to boost productivity and reduce manual tasks.
Aussie & Kiwi firms lag in post-quantum crypto readiness
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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it professionals
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skills gap
A new survey reveals a worrying disconnect in Australia and New Zealand between awareness and readiness for post-quantum cryptography, despite rising concerns.
Expel to create 50 remote cybersecurity jobs in Ireland
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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government
Expel plans to establish a fully remote workforce in Ireland, creating 50 cybersecurity jobs over the next three years, supported by IDA Ireland.
UK faces significant IT skills shortage reveals new report
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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edge computing
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partner programmes
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ai
Hyve Managed Hosting's 2024 report reveals a severe skills shortage in the UK's IT sector, impacting 81% of businesses amid rapid technological advancement.
Deepfake threat worries 94% of IT professionals, report finds
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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data protection
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
A report from IRONSCALES reveals that over 94% of IT professionals are concerned about deepfake technologies threatening cybersecurity amid a pivotal election year.
Research shows workplace AI use outpaces security measures
Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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vpns
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mfa
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data privacy
Ivanti's report reveals a disconnect as 81% of employees using Gen AI lack training, raising security concerns; only 13% of security pros prioritise user experience.
UiPath report reveals 90% of automation pros adopting AI
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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it training
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it automation
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ai
UiPath report reveals 90% of automation professionals are adopting AI, driving productivity and boosting industry optimism, with 81% of organisations set to expand their automation teams.
Business secretary supports remote work amid push for office return
Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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cybersecurity
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amazon
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productivity
Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds champions remote work for its productivity benefits, opposing big firms like Santander and Amazon.