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Spinnaker Support launches global VMware support service
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digital transformation
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it automation
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casb
Spinnaker Support launches global third-party support for VMware following Broadcom's acquisition and the shift to a costly subscription model.
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Size determines type & frequency of email threats to businesses
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firewalls
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
New research from Barracuda shows larger firms face more lateral phishing threats, while smaller companies are hit harder by external phishing and extortion.
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Ransomware causes revenue loss for 47% of UK energy firms
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endpoint protection
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ransomware
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dlp
Nearly half of UK energy firms report revenue loss from ransomware, Bridewell finds, with 45% suffering operational disruptions. Phishing incidents persist, averaging 14 per year.
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Canva launches global brand system to boost workplace design
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workplace
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branding
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productivity
Canva unveils a refreshed brand system geared towards global workplaces, aiming to boost productivity and design capabilities.
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Canva acquires Leonardo.AI to enhance its AI design tools
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ai
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r&d
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integration
Canva has acquired Leonardo.AI to enhance its AI content production capabilities. This move aims to integrate Leonardo's technology into Canva's design tools, benefiting 190 million users.
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UK under threat from exposed industrial systems – Censys
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cybersecurity
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industrial control systems
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cyber attacks
Censys' 2024 report reveals over 18,000 US and 1,500 UK industrial control systems exposed online, highlighting vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.
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NHS ransomware attack exposes vulnerabilities, experts warn of rising threats
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
NHS ransomware attack reveals critical cybersecurity flaws; software provider fined GBP £6m for data breach affecting 80,000 people.
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How will Labour address UK's innovation challenges?
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spending
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investment
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leadership
Experts are weighing in on how the UK Labour government might address the nation's innovation challenges, and what it means for businesses.
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New CFO for Zempler Bank as it rebrands from Cashplus
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fintech
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capital management
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cfo
Dominic Wade joins newly rebranded Zempler Bank as CFO and Executive Director, bringing two decades of financial expertise from Alba Bank, Unity Trust Bank, and NatWest.
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Rapid7 report reveals surge in ransomware attacks & new groups
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
Rapid7's latest report uncovers 2,570 ransomware attacks in early 2024, spotlighting 21 new groups. Small firms are now frequent targets.
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SentinelOne & Intezer join forces to tackle Rust malware
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malware
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cybersecurity
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sentinelone
SentinelOne and Intezer have teamed up to tackle the complexities of Rust malware, unveiling Project 0xA11C at Black Hat 2024 to aid cybersecurity efforts.
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Fortinet sees record margins & higher service revenue in Q2 2024
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firewalls
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casb
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breach prevention
Fortinet's Q2 2024 results show record operating margins and a 19.8% rise in service revenue, signalling strong growth despite a slight dip in product sales.
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How to boost your reselling efforts in the subscription economy
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saas
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cx
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martech
To excel in the booming SaaS market, resellers need to harness data, build customer-centric subscription models, and leverage automation to streamline operations.
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TensorStack & AMD launch Amuse AI image tool in Beta
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data privacy
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beta
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amd
TensorStack and AMD unveil Amuse, an AI image generation tool in Beta. This new software allows users to create images locally, enhancing privacy and control.
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Rich Data Co secures USD $9 million for North America expansion
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risk & compliance
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westpac
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investment
Rich Data Co secures USD $9 million boost from Acorn Capital, elevating total Series B funding to USD $37 million. Funds to drive North America expansion.
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Zoom introduces AI-powered collaborative tool Zoom Docs
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ai
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google drive
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youtube
Zoom introduces Zoom Docs, a next-gen collaborative document tool powered by AI to enhance team workflows and reduce repetitive tasks. Available with paid Zoom Workplace licenses.
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HP study reveals rise in nation-state attacks on supply chains
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malware
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mdm
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cybersecurity
HP Wolf Security’s latest study reveals a sharp rise in nation-state attacks on hardware supply chains, with 19% of firms falling victim and future threats expected to increase.
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Commvault named leader in 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant
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data protection
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dr
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hybrid cloud
Commvault has secured its 13th consecutive recognition as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Backup and Recovery Software Solutions.
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HPE Aruba expands AI-powered networking with new NDR solutions
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iot
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ndr
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data lake
HPE expands its AI-powered networking portfolio with new NDR capabilities and enhances universal ZTNA, boosting security and user experience in business-critical environments.
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You’re telling me that ad was fake? Malvertising is sneakier than ever
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malware
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phishing
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email security
Malicious ads are becoming hard to spot, warns Avast in its Q1/2024 Threat Report. Even legitimate platforms like YouTube are now targets for sophisticated malvertising schemes.