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Cyber incidents on the rise as ransomware accounts for two thirds of all malware attacks

Ransomware makes up two-thirds of all malware attacks, as cyber incidents continue to rise, according to Positive Technologies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021

Data Analytics

Atos launches scalable end-to-end artificial intelligence analytics platform

Atos has launched its Atos Computer Vision Platform, an AI video and image analytics solution for sectors like manufacturing and transport security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Jul 2021

IoT Security

Nozomi Networks updates partner programme, looks to reward top players

Nozomi Networks has made updates to its channel program with a view to fully mobilise its global network of partners for growth and success.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Jul 2021

Application Performance Monitoring

Infor agrees to sell EAM business to digital reality company Hexagon AB for USD 2.75 billion

Infor set to sell its global EAM business to Hexagon AB, a global digital reality company, for approximately USD 2.75 billion.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021

Manufacturing

Preciseley Microtechnology focuses on 5G, AR/VR, and 3D LiDAR with new executive appointments

Micro-optical technology company, Preciseley Microtechnology, announces three new additions to its executive management team.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021

Manufacturing

Standardisation and opening up supply chains will accelerate 3D printing adoption

As interest in the sector grows, the industry must rethink its own supply chain to ensure 3D printers become more economically feasible and widespread.

By Ben Darling • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021

Malware

Risk of downtime and data theft as ransomware targets Industrial Control Systems

Ransomware attacks on industrial facilities pose a growing threat, warns cybersecurity firm Trend Micro, risking downtime and data theft. .

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Jul 2021

Customer Experience

Aruba adds new capabilities to Edge Services Platform

Aruba announces new capabilities and solutions for its ESP, designed to streamline network operations and maximize IT efficiency for enterprises.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd Jul 2021

Email Security

Scam messages on the rise, organisations must take action

More than half of consumers lose trust in organisations after receiving scam messages, according to a global study from Callsign.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Jul 2021

Robotics

Hyundai Group buys Boston Dynamics as SoftBank faces mass layoffs

SoftBank purchased Boston Dynamics from Alphabet in 2017, also for an undisclosed amount. Four years later, Boston Dynamics has been sold again.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2021

Data Analytics

Wellington startup secures $1.25m, looks to develop team and tech

Wellington-based startup Marama Labs secures $1.25m in funding to expand its chemical analysis tools for industrial customers.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2021

Marketing Technologies

In COVID-19 times, an optimised warehouse is key

One of the most critical points for distributors to consider is that all warehouse activities have a direct impact on their relationship with customers.

By Jarrod Kinchington • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2021

Marketing Technologies

Martech firm Mutiny attracts $12m pre-money valuation from investors

Melbourne-based martech firm Mutiny has confirmed investment from former Clemenger BBDO executive Nick Garrett and advisory guru Andrew 'Billy' Baxter.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Jul 2021

IT Automation

Rockwell Automation acquires Plex Systems for $2.2 billion in cash

Rockwell looks to expand its industrial cloud software offering with the acquisition, which will be financed with cash and short-term and long-term debt.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Jun 2021

Unified Communications

COVID-19 accelerates interest in 5G, digital transformation and IoT

Interest in 5G has surged due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with 71% of enterprises accelerating their digital transformation plans, according to a study by EY.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Jun 2021

Firewalls

Claroty raises $140m, marks largest investment ever for the sector

Claroty raises $140m in funding round to meet growing demand for industrial and critical infrastructure cybersecurity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Jun 2021

Unified Communications

Cisco unveils new 5G industrial router portfolio for the IoT Edge

The unified architecture simplifies collaboration between IT and operations and streamlines their deployments from the enterprise to the edge.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Jun 2021

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Tech, finance sectors top targets for cyber attacks

Threat actors focused on the technology, manufacturing, and banking sectors in Asia Pacific in 2020, says cybersecurity firm Ensign.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Jun 2021

Edge Computing

New plug-and-play edge product connects IoT devices and legacy infrastructures

Edge company Byos has launched a plug-and-play edge security product designed to provide secure connectivity for IoT devices and legacy infrastructures.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jun 2021

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Supply Chain

Online retail driving industrial demand

Australia will need about 500,000sq m of extra industrial space a year as e-commerce pushes vacancy rates tighter and lifts rents.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jun 2021