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Nearly half of AU organisations not equipped for malicious insiders

Fri, 19th Aug 2016
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cybersecurity
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mimecast
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cyber attacks
​Mimecast Limited recently released new data that reveals the majority of organisations believe they are their own worst enemy.
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How automated systems are maximising ROI on workforce management

Wed, 17th Aug 2016
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it automation
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productivity
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wfs australia
The workforce represents a huge opportunity for executives looking to manage this expense more tightly, and automated systems provide the solution.
Collaboration businesspeople

Mobile collaboration: Why it's an essential part of today's business

Wed, 17th Aug 2016
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uc
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collaboration
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empired
One of the trends becoming mainstream is enterprise mobility and remote working, which means mobile collaboration is taking centre stage.
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Government and Vodafone agreement means faster speeds and higher data caps for rural NZers

Tue, 16th Aug 2016
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uc
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government
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rural broadband initiative
The new agreement means minimum peak broadband connection speeds under the RBI increase to at least six times the current levels.
Merging businesses

Wavelink and Honeywell showcase their joint offering

Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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uc
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partner programmes
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supply chain
​Wavelink and Honeywell have set out on a five city roadshow across Australia and New Zealand to launch their cooperative solution.
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Vodafone NZ reveals new smartphone fleet to rival high-end devices

Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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uc
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technology gifts
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cameras
Today, Vodafone announced new additions to their own smartphone range, built as unique phones from the ground up.
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Think you could cut it as an Olympian? A new app allows you to find out

Fri, 12th Aug 2016
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fitness
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olympic games
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cadence
Using data from runners' fitness trackers, Cadence lets runners pit their own performance against those of the best athletes in the world.
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Digital divide and climate change: Huawei outlines their commitments

Fri, 12th Aug 2016
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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climate change
Huawei pledges action on climate and digital gaps, revealing eco-goals and tech outreach in their latest sustainability report.
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BlackBerry launches new services to Android users

Wed, 10th Aug 2016
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blackberry
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technology gifts
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android
BlackBerry revitalises Android with Hub+ suite, enhancing user productivity with acclaimed security and communication tools.
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New research reveals methods to mitigate the impact of ransomware

Tue, 9th Aug 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Study gains insights into typical ransomware behaviour and in doing so, identifies potential solutions for mitigating the impact of their attacks.
Hacker keyboard

Careful with your fingers: Hackers can steal everything you type

Fri, 5th Aug 2016
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cybersecurity
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keyboard
Earlier this year, security firm Bastille found that millions of cheap keyboard and mouse dongles let hackers inject keystrokes onto your machine.
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PC users can now enjoy free virtual reality 3D conversion

Thu, 4th Aug 2016
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ar, vr & metaverse
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ifunsoft
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ar
Users can convert for free any 2D video file into VR-3D video that can be played in every single VR device available.
Global communications

The future is open to suggestions for this major IT solutions provider

Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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uc
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partner programmes
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collaboration
Hitachi intends to utilise brand communications aimed at accelerating collaborative creation to be rolled out simultaneously in 19 countries.
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Tips for securing wireless networks in the IoT era

Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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iot security
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iot
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wireless networks
​Look up digital disruption in the dictionary and it's likely you'll see the Internet of Things (IoT) sitting there proudly as an example.
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Cisco report reveals ransomware attacks on the rise: Expert commentary

Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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ai security
There have been some startling findings – organisations are unprepared for future strains of more sophisticated ransomware. Here's some advice.
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KnowBe4 makes security training solution available in 26 languages

Wed, 3rd Aug 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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public cloud
The interactive, on-demand and computer-based training covers high-risk topics and how you can identify red flags in your system.
Brain

Researchers use brain-scanning tech to 'read' students' brains

Tue, 2nd Aug 2016
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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science
Mind-boggling tech breakthrough: Carnegie Mellon researchers develop a method to 'read' brain activity in students solving math problems.
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Canvas announces seamless integration with Microsoft

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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microsoft
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canvas lms
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notebook
Integration allows seamless use of Microsoft tools on Canvas' platform for millions of educators and learners.
Collaboration businesspeople

Looking to recruit more channel partners? A special offer

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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martech
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partner programmes
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marketing
We recently ran a lead-generation sales promotion for our customers, which was hugely successful - we're now offering the same for channel partners.
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The age of digitisation: Financing your digital-ready network

Fri, 29th Jul 2016
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digital transformation
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cisco capital
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digitisation
While most businesses recognise the benefits associated with digitisation, many are still struggling to pull it off.