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Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024
Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
NCC Group's December 2024 threat report reveals a record 574 ransomware incidents, driven by new players like Funksec, signalling a turbulent cybersecurity landscape.
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Dragos & Yokogawa partner to boost industrial security
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Dragos and Yokogawa Electric have partnered to bolster global industrial cybersecurity by integrating Dragos’s platform with Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP system.
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BlackFog & Carahsoft partner for AI ransomware defence
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
BlackFog and Carahsoft have teamed up to deliver AI-driven ransomware protection to government agencies, enhancing cybersecurity for the public sector.
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Dragos & Yokogawa partner to enhance industrial security
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
Dragos has partnered with Yokogawa to enhance cybersecurity in industrial settings, focusing on improved IT and OT network insights amid digital transformation.
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SentinelOne appoints new VP for Australia & New Zealand
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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cybersecurity
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optus
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sentinelone
SentinelOne has appointed Brad Perriott as Area Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, tasked with boosting the uptake of its cybersecurity platform.
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Teradata partners with Ingram Micro to boost AI in Malaysia
Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Teradata has teamed up with Ingram Micro to enhance distribution of its VantageCloud in Malaysia, catering to rising demand for data-driven business solutions.
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LG debuts innovative PF600U & CineBeam S projectors
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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digital entertainment
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displays & projectors
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personal computing devices
LG Electronics has unveiled two innovative projectors at CES 2025, the multifunctional PF600U and the compact CineBeam S, enhancing viewer experiences.
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Railway operators to invest $1.2 billion in 5G LTE by 2027
Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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uc
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telco
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digitalisation
Railway operators are set to invest $1.2 billion in 5G LTE technology by 2027, marking a significant shift towards modern communication infrastructures.
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Huawei leads 2024 global wearables market with 44.3% rise
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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wearables
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partner programmes
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personal computing devices
Huawei leads the global wearables market with a 44.3% year-on-year shipment increase, securing a 16.9% market share in 2024 despite a downturn.
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WatchGuard predicts rise in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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malware
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firewalls
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phishing
WatchGuard Technologies warns of a surge in AI-driven cyber threats by 2025, urging firms to adopt a proactive approach against evolving risks.
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Cyber threats rise during festive season, experts warn
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
As the festive season approaches, experts warn of rising cyber threats, urging organisations and individuals to strengthen their digital defences during this vulnerable period.
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Countering the security threat from within
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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phishing
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email security
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casb
Internal security threats, both malicious and accidental, are rising concerns for organisations, necessitating robust measures to protect sensitive data.
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CDW acquires Mission Cloud to enhance AWS services expertise
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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hyperscale
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cloud security
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genai
CDW has announced its acquisition of Mission Cloud Services to enhance its cloud and AI offerings, strengthening its market position and expertise.
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UK financial firms struggle with AI & GenAI integration
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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data science
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genai
A survey reveals UK financial firms face challenges integrating AI technologies, with 95% still in early phases and only 32% on track with efforts.
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EY survey: Upskilling, regulation slow AI adoption in Europe
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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it training
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data science
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financial systems
A new EY survey reveals that European financial services are struggling to adopt Generative AI, with only 9% of firms feeling advanced in its integration.
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Sumit Mukhija appointed CEO of DCI Data Centers
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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partner programmes
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cleantech
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microsoft
DCI Data Centers has appointed Sumit Mukhija as Chief Executive Officer to drive strategic growth in Asia Pacific markets and enhance data centre services.
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Ashley Puls promoted to Chief Architect at New Relic
Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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software engineering
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nvidia
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leadership
New Relic has promoted Ashley Puls to Chief Architect, tasked with enhancing the reliability of its Intelligent Observability Platform as it drives innovation.
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HP launches Enterprise Security Edition for secure PCs
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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data protection
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physical security
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supply chain & logistics
HP unveils its Enterprise Security Edition, a suite to bolster physical security for business PCs amid rising threats in hybrid work environments.
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Accenture expands AI cybersecurity services & workforce
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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supply chain & logistics
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genai
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llms
Accenture has unveiled expanded generative AI-driven cybersecurity services to combat a staggering 223% rise in deepfake-related cyber threats.
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UK AI course enrolments soar 453% in only five years
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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edutech
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rpa
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ai
A study by Currys reveals a staggering 453% rise in AI course enrolments at UK universities over five years, reflecting global AI's growing impact.