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AUSCERT launches new service to enhance cybersecurity posture
DevOps

AUSCERT launches new service to enhance cybersecurity posture

AUSCERT has launched a new Maturity Assessment Service to help organisations improve cybersecurity amidst rising cyber threats, offering impartial and actionable advice.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Australian teachers struggle with digital technologies curriculum
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Australian teachers struggle with digital technologies curriculum

A new report reveals that two-thirds of Australian educators are struggling to implement the nation's Digital Technologies Curriculum, calling for urgent support and action.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024

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Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams
Unified Communications

Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams

Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2024
GBG report reveals APAC businesses advocate collaboration to fight fraud
Unified Communications

GBG report reveals APAC businesses advocate collaboration to fight fraud

A new report reveals 81% of APAC businesses view cross-sector collaboration as crucial against fraud, but competitive desires impede wider participation.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
AI to transform customer service, predicts Zendesk report
Customer Experience

AI to transform customer service, predicts Zendesk report

AI is set to overhaul customer service, according to Zendesk's latest report, which foresees radical industry changes driven by advanced AI within three years.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Paris 2024 Olympics face rising cybersecurity threats reports suggest
Firewalls

Paris 2024 Olympics face rising cybersecurity threats reports suggest

As the 2024 Paris Olympics approach, Palo Alto Networks warns of heightened cybersecurity threats, urging enterprises to adopt robust security measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Accenture report reveals critical gaps in change management readiness
Generative AI

Accenture report reveals critical gaps in change management readiness

Accenture's latest report reveals a stark gap in change management readiness, with only 30% of leaders feeling confident in their capabilities amid rising investments.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
Kaspersky reports surge in hybrid phishing campaigns for 2024
Phishing

Kaspersky reports surge in hybrid phishing campaigns for 2024

Kaspersky researchers identify a new trend blending spear phishing's personalisation with bulk phishing's scale, marking a sophisticated cybersecurity threat.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2024
Gap found between data security perceptions & breach reality
EduTech

Gap found between data security perceptions & breach reality

Report reveals a disconnect between perceived and actual data security, with 63% of firms overestimating their protective measures despite record data breaches.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Dayforce report reveals disconnect between executives & workers
DevOps

Dayforce report reveals disconnect between executives & workers

A new Dayforce report reveals significant disconnects between executives' perceptions and the realities faced by frontline workers and middle managers in Australia and New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
SentinelOne receives top accolades for Singularity Cloud Security
Storage

SentinelOne receives top accolades for Singularity Cloud Security

SentinelOne's Singularity Cloud Security has been awarded top honours by G2, achieving a remarkable 4.9 rating and over 240 accolades in its Summer Grid Reports.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2024
AI threats outpacing security teams, says Bugcrowd report
Data Privacy

AI threats outpacing security teams, says Bugcrowd report

A new Bugcrowd report highlights that 91% of CISOs see AI as a major threat, with rapid AI adoption poised to outpace security teams and reduce headcounts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
APAC software market set to grow by more than 10% in 2024
Customer Experience

APAC software market set to grow by more than 10% in 2024

The APAC software industry is projected to grow by 10.3% in 2024, with major investments in cloud, security, and IT finance management, says Forrester.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
Fortinet report highlights global cybersecurity skills shortage
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Fortinet report highlights global cybersecurity skills shortage

Fortinet's latest report reveals a global cybersecurity skills shortage, with 90% of organisations facing breaches, emphasising urgent needs for training and resources.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024

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UK leads the way in cashless payments, outpacing the US
Fintech

UK leads the way in cashless payments, outpacing the US

The UK leads the charge in adopting contactless payments, as Marqeta's report reveals 80% of UK consumers used them last week, nearly double that of the US.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2024
UK online shopping surges to 50%, led by groceries
eCommerce

UK online shopping surges to 50%, led by groceries

British consumers now spend nearly five hours a week shopping online, with 50% of purchases made digitally, says the latest AliExpress Consumer Insights Report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
Small UK businesses face cyber security challenges & solutions
EduTech

Small UK businesses face cyber security challenges & solutions

UK firms reported 2.39 million cybercrimes in 2023, with small businesses facing unique challenges. Markel Direct's Rob Rees outlines key strategies for protection.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024