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VAST Data's latest funding round has the company valued at $1.2B
Storage

VAST Data's latest funding round has the company valued at $1.2B

According to the company, the new funds will be used to drive global expansion and accelerate the company's next phase of growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2020
What will stop COVID-19 cyber attacks? Technology and education
EduTech

What will stop COVID-19 cyber attacks? Technology and education

As COVID-19 cyber attacks rise, Wavelink underscores the imperative of advanced technology and robust education to mitigate risks and safeguard businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2020
Fitbit's Charge 4 features inbuilt GPS and Fitbit Pay
Fitness

Fitbit's Charge 4 features inbuilt GPS and Fitbit Pay

Fitbit's renowned Charge fitness tracker is welcoming the fourth iteration to its product line – the Charge 4.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2020
ForgeRock appoints Eve Maler as chief technology officer
Identity and Access Management

ForgeRock appoints Eve Maler as chief technology officer

Maler joined ForgeRock in 2014 and previously worked as the company's vice president of innovation and emerging technology.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2020
Google leads donations as tech sector pledges US$1.4 billion to COVID-19 crisis
Network Infrastructure

Google leads donations as tech sector pledges US$1.4 billion to COVID-19 crisis

Tech giants donate over $1.4bn to combat COVID-19 crisis. Google leads with $800m, followed by Cisco ($225m) and Facebook ($120m).

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Apr 2020
COVID-19: ChristchurchNZ announces $200,000 business support subsidy
Small Business

COVID-19: ChristchurchNZ announces $200,000 business support subsidy

The subsidy is being delivered as part of a wider business support package during phase one of a Christchurch Economic Recovery Package.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Apr 2020
Interview: Aura GM on security implications for enterprise during and post-pandemic
Phishing

Interview: Aura GM on security implications for enterprise during and post-pandemic

The shift to remote work amid COVID-19 has intensified cyber threats, raising questions about data security and privacy. Aura GM Peter Bailey shares insights.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Apr 2020
Google Cloud launches COVID-19 rapid response programme
Customer Relationship Management

Google Cloud launches COVID-19 rapid response programme

Google Cloud has launched a Rapid Response Virtual Agent tool to help organisations manage a surge in customer queries amid COVID-19.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Apr 2020
'Social engineering at scale': Phishing attacks milk COVID-19
Phishing

'Social engineering at scale': Phishing attacks milk COVID-19

Cybercriminals exploit COVID-19, launching phishing attacks that mimic WHO and IMF, warns Proofpoint. Fake cash promises bait users into revealing credentials.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Apr 2020
Epicor announces appointment of new CMO
Epicor

Epicor announces appointment of new CMO

Epicor Software strengthens its executive team appointing Paul Stoddart as CMO to drive global marketing strategy. Stoddart brings over 20 years of experience.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
InterSystems helps Aus laboratories in the fight against COVID-19
DevOps

InterSystems helps Aus laboratories in the fight against COVID-19

InterSystems helps Australian clinical labs increase their COVID-19 testing capacity by providing digital interfaces to their information systems.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
Email attacks up 667% following rise of COVID-19 worldwide
Malware

Email attacks up 667% following rise of COVID-19 worldwide

Email attacks have surged 667% amidst COVID-19, exploiting vulnerabilities and rising emotions. Barracuda's report shows sophisticated tactics increasing.

By Catherine Knowles • 6 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2020
Australian Govt teams up with Delv to release COVID-19 app
Australian Government Department of Health

Australian Govt teams up with Delv to release COVID-19 app

The Australian Government and tech firm Delv have launched a COVID-19 app offering a centralised source of news, resources, and updates for citizens.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2020
COVID-19 pressure on business escalates
Health Technologies

COVID-19 pressure on business escalates

More than two thirds of organisations fear the COVID-19 pandemic will have a negative impact on their business.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2020
80% of cyber threat landscape uses COVID-19 as leverage - report
Phishing

80% of cyber threat landscape uses COVID-19 as leverage - report

Cybercriminals are exploiting COVID-19 fears, with 80% of threats weaponising the pandemic, says a Proofpoint report, noting 500,000 malicious messages.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2020
Former Nutanix head to drive Rubrik's ANZ expansion
Multi-cloud

Former Nutanix head to drive Rubrik's ANZ expansion

Jamie Humphrey has been appointed to the role of country manager and general manager for Rubrik's Australia and New Zealand business.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2020

Stories from Other Regions

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Keeping a clean workplace and the role of chemical dispensers
Hybrid & Remote Work

Keeping a clean workplace and the role of chemical dispensers

Chemical dispensers can cut infection risk and protect staff by improving dilution accuracy, reducing spills and supporting regular disinfection.

By Michael Curreen • 9 min read • Sun, 5th Apr 2020
Workplace wellness rises up the agenda
Hybrid & Remote Work

Workplace wellness rises up the agenda

Health and hygiene measures are likely to become permanent fixtures as the COVID-19 outbreak pushes employers to rethink office design and indoor air quality.

By Michael Curreen • 9 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2020