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US, UK, Aus impose sanctions on Russian host Zservers
Unified Communications

US, UK, Aus impose sanctions on Russian host Zservers

The US, UK, and Australia have imposed sanctions on Russian hosting provider Zservers, intensifying efforts to combat ransomware facilitated by the LockBit group.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
IP Fabric unveils Version 7.0 to boost network security
Firewalls

IP Fabric unveils Version 7.0 to boost network security

IP Fabric has unveiled its latest Automated Network Assurance Platform, Version 7.0, enhancing security and visibility for complex multi-cloud networks.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
CloudCasa extends support to OpenShift Virtualisation
Virtualisation

CloudCasa extends support to OpenShift Virtualisation

CloudCasa by Catalogic has expanded support for Red Hat OpenShift Virtualisation Engine, enhancing data protection and seamless workload migration across platforms.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance
EduTech

Skills gap in public sector IT fuels outsourcing reliance

A mere 4% of public sector IT professionals believe graduates are fit for real-world roles, revealing a stark skills gap affecting project delivery.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
How to outsmart ransomware and build resilience within your organisation
Ransomware

How to outsmart ransomware and build resilience within your organisation

As ransomware threats escalate, organisations must fortify themselves with strategies like advanced threat detection and phishing education to safeguard operations.

By Jason Whyte • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Cybercrime surges as global threat to national security
Ransomware

Cybercrime surges as global threat to national security

Cybercrime has overtaken state-sponsored hacking as the main online threat, with healthcare and energy sectors particularly vulnerable, warns Google.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Elastic appoints Jeremy Pell as ANZ area vice president
Marketing Technologies

Elastic appoints Jeremy Pell as ANZ area vice president

Elastic has appointed Jeremy Pell as Area Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost growth and customer satisfaction in a competitive market.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Resilience launches new tool to combat vendor cyber risk
Supply Chain

Resilience launches new tool to combat vendor cyber risk

Resilience has launched its Vendor Risk Report to aid UK businesses in identifying and managing risks linked to third-party vendors amidst rising cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
Commvault launches secure cloud solution with CIS images
Data Protection

Commvault launches secure cloud solution with CIS images

Commvault has launched an innovative solution with CIS-hardened images for cloud deployment, enhancing security and compliance across major platforms.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
BeyondTrust launches AI tool to bolster identity security
Hyperscale

BeyondTrust launches AI tool to bolster identity security

BeyondTrust has unveiled True Privilege, an AI-driven tool aimed at strengthening identity security by revealing hidden access paths in complex IT settings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Verizon Business appoints new head of APAC cybersecurity
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Verizon Business appoints new head of APAC cybersecurity

Verizon Business has appointed Mark Trumble as Head of Cybersecurity Sales for the Asia-Pacific region, bolstering its commitment to combat rising cyber threats.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025

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SMEs in Singapore could miss out on SGD $800m annually
Supply Chain

SMEs in Singapore could miss out on SGD $800m annually

Small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore are at risk of losing SGD $800 million each year by keeping cash in low-yield bank accounts.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Schneider & Nozomi join forces for global security boost
Unified Communications

Schneider & Nozomi join forces for global security boost

Schneider Electric has partnered with Nozomi Networks to enhance global managed security services, focusing on critical sectors such as energy and water.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Australia bans Chinese AI platform DeepSeek over security
Firewalls

Australia bans Chinese AI platform DeepSeek over security

The Australian government has banned the Chinese AI platform DeepSeek from its systems, echoing similar actions by the US and Italy over security risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
DTCC opens second Indian office in Hyderabad, Telangana
Business Continuity

DTCC opens second Indian office in Hyderabad, Telangana

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation has opened its second Indian office in Hyderabad, enhancing its operational capabilities and commitment to innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Exclusive: Australian businesses urged to help shape new data security framework
Unified Communications

Exclusive: Australian businesses urged to help shape new data security framework

Australian businesses are urged to contribute to the Voluntary Data Classification Framework, aiming to enhance data security and mitigate cyber risks.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025
Fortinet opens AUD $75m Australian HQ & Innovation Hub
Firewalls

Fortinet opens AUD $75m Australian HQ & Innovation Hub

Fortinet has opened its new headquarters in North Sydney, investing over AUD $75 million and launching the Asia-Pacific's first Innovation Hub to enhance cybersecurity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2025