Microsoft 365 stories

New Zealand firms face rising cyber risks as attackers exploit weak controls; experts urge urgent steps to boost defences and test incident plans.

Freshworks launches new AI tools in the UK to streamline customer support and IT management, boosting efficiency and cutting manual tasks for enterprises.

Microsoft will enable in-country data processing for Microsoft 365 Copilot interactions in 15 countries by 2026, enhancing control and regulatory compliance.

Cybersecurity experts warn of rising email threats as phishing kits Tycoon 2FA and Cephas evolve, using steganography and code obfuscation to evade detection.

Borderless CS has launched managed cybersecurity services for healthcare, offering 24/7 threat monitoring and compliance support to protect patient data and systems.

Holding Redlich has adopted the AI-powered Lexis Create+ within Microsoft 365, boosting legal drafting speed while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Iran-linked cyber spies have combined tactics from multiple hacking groups in a new phishing campaign targeting US experts on Iranian politics and the IRGC.

Avanade launches Microsoft-based tools to help midmarket firms optimise cloud costs, enhance security and improve customer experience with ready-to-deploy solutions.

Marketron has cut costs and boosted stability by migrating its cloud infrastructure to 11:11 Systems, avoiding costly hardware maintenance and improving service reliability.

Microsoft apologises to New Zealand users for unclear communication on Microsoft 365 pricing and AI features, offering refunds for plan changes until end of 2025.

FiveP has become Orchestry's first global premium partner, enhancing AI governance and productivity solutions for Microsoft 365 users across Australia and the APAC region.

Arinco has integrated D6 Consulting, forming an AI Transformation practice to boost business consulting and program delivery across Australia and New Zealand.

Versa has launched automated integration of its Secure SD-WAN with Microsoft Entra Internet Access, simplifying secure networking for branch offices and enhancing SASE solutions.

Simbian launches AI Threat Hunt Agent integrating with Microsoft Sentinel data lake, boosting threat hunting for Microsoft 365 E5 users.

Rubrik launches Agent Cloud, a platform enabling enterprises to monitor, govern and remediate risks from AI agents, enhancing control and security in AI adoption.

Proofpoint reveals how weaponised OAuth apps enable hackers to maintain cloud access despite password resets and MFA, threatening persistent account takeover.

Ransomware attacks exploiting VPN flaws and Microsoft 365 logins surge in APAC, with hackers bypassing MFA via stolen credentials and unpatched systems.

Veeam launches Data Cloud for MSPs, offering a unified SaaS platform that streamlines data protection across Microsoft 365 and other workloads globally.

Whisper 2FA phishing kit targets Microsoft 365 users in Australia, employing advanced MFA interception and anti-analysis techniques in nearly one million attacks last month.

JAVLN appoints three senior leaders to boost AI innovation and accelerate expansion across Australia and New Zealand’s insurance software markets.