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Risk of downtime and data theft as ransomware targets Industrial Control Systems
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
Aruba adds new capabilities to Edge Services Platform
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
Scam messages on the rise, organisations must take action
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
Hyundai Group buys Boston Dynamics as SoftBank faces mass layoffs
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
Wellington startup secures $1.25m, looks to develop team and tech
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
In COVID-19 times, an optimised warehouse is key
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
Martech firm Mutiny attracts $12m pre-money valuation from investors
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
Rockwell Automation acquires Plex Systems for $2.2 billion in cash
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
COVID-19 accelerates interest in 5G, digital transformation and IoT
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
Claroty raises $140m, marks largest investment ever for the sector
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
Cisco unveils new 5G industrial router portfolio for the IoT Edge
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
Tech, finance sectors top targets for cyber attacks
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
New plug-and-play edge product connects IoT devices and legacy infrastructures
Distributed Denial of Service

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
Kaspersky's VR simulation game allows executives to work as IT security specialists
Cybersecurity

Kaspersky's VR simulation game allows executives to work as IT security specialists

Kaspersky has created a VR game where executives can work as information security specialists, giving them a better understanding of cybersecurity. .

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Jun 2021
Interview: The many use cases of edge computing
Edge Computing

Interview: The many use cases of edge computing

Stratus director Mike Fyson discusses how edge technology has informed trends in Australia and beyond, and how it adds value in a digitally transforming world.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2021
New release from Claroty looks to improve industrial network security
Firewalls

New release from Claroty looks to improve industrial network security

Claroty has launched Claroty Edge, a new addition to its platform that provides visibility into industrial networks for enhanced cybersecurity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2021
5G smartphone market most accelerated mobile technology generation ever
Unified Communications

5G smartphone market most accelerated mobile technology generation ever

Global 5G smartphone market set for rapid growth in 2021, with more than 500m units expected, driven by falling prices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2021
Avnet to showcase power of AI and machine learning
Semiconductors

Avnet to showcase power of AI and machine learning

Tech distributor Avnet will showcase new innovative technology, applications and solutions in AI and machine learning at the Avnet AI Cloud Exhibition.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Jun 2021
Data mastery equals success for consumer and retail businesses
Disaster Recovery

Data mastery equals success for consumer and retail businesses

Consumer product and retail organisations must accelerate their data maturity to become more resilient post-COVID-19, says Capgemini report.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Jun 2021