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Smarttech247, Cybersecurity Trends in 2024

Smarttech247, Cybersecurity Trends in 2024

As we enter 2024, Raluca Saceanu, CEO of Smarttech247, a London-listed company specialising in AI-enhanced cybersecurity services with a focus on automated managed detection and response, offers insights into the evolving threat landscape and the four key global cybersecurity themes for the year ahead. AI's Evolution and Dominance In 2023, ...
Investigating Worldwide SMS Scams, and Tens of Millions of Dollars in Fraud

Investigating Worldwide SMS Scams, and Tens of Millions of Dollars in Fraud

SMS services remain a critical part of telecommunications; they don't require Internet access, and companies use them to inform their customers. This combination of features makes them incredibly useful for criminals who use the technology as a stepping stone in their never-ending campaigns. And if you think that the new RCS messaging standard will ...
Data Privacy Week – Taking Control of Data

Data Privacy Week – Taking Control of Data

Jason du Preez, Vice President of Privacy and Security at Informatica, comments on why the companies that collect our data have the power and the responsibility to take control of data and use it for the common good.
Over Half Of Privacy Pros – 56 Percent In Oceania – Expecting Reduced Budgets In 2024, Sparking Concerns

Over Half Of Privacy Pros – 56 Percent In Oceania – Expecting Reduced Budgets In 2024, Sparking Concerns

Jo Stewart-Rattray: “It is paramount that organisations understand what is expected of them in order to devise an effective privacy policy and implement accordingly. Then will they be able to realise the benefits of embedding privacy practices in digital transformation from the outset, including customer loyalty, reputational and financial performance.”
People Are An Essential Element In Your Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan

People Are An Essential Element In Your Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan

Introduction While threat actors lean heavily on technology to execute cyber-attacks, much of their focus is on exploiting individuals. Focused on exfiltrating data and stealing money, criminals manipulate people through deception. Developing a security culture that helps people identify potential threats and encourages behaviours that decrease ...
Navigating Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity: Your Business Imperative

Navigating Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity: Your Business Imperative

The severe consequences of recent high-profile breaches, particularly among critical infrastructure industries, demonstrate the clear imperative for enterprises to fortify both their critical infrastructure systems and their cybersecurity posture. Today, almost every business deploys software, which means cyber risk is business risk.  However, many ...
Ransomware Attacks: No Sector is Safe

Ransomware Attacks: No Sector is Safe

Ransomware attacks have been spreading like wildfire, infiltrating various sectors and leaving devastation in their wake. While industries like finance, critical infrastructure, and healthcare have long been the prime targets, a recent study reveals that the arts, entertainment, and recreation industry is not immune to these cyber threats. In this ...
Prioritising Data Protection: A Conversation with Rad Kanapathipillai on KBKast

Prioritising Data Protection: A Conversation with Rad Kanapathipillai on KBKast

Introduction In a recent episode of KBKast, Host Karissa Breen engaged in an interview with Rad Kanapathipillai, who works in the field of data protection. The episode delved deep into the critical importance of safeguarding sensitive data across all stages of development, shedding light on the challenges organisations face and the strategies needed ...
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AI Appreciation Day: Empowering Human Potential and Fortifying Cyber Defences

AI Appreciation Day: Empowering Human Potential and Fortifying Cyber Defences

As we approach AI Appreciation Day, it's clear that artificial intelligence has seamlessly integrated into our daily lives, from personalised recommendations and GPS navigation to predictive text and advanced medical diagnostics. In cybersecurity, AI is proving invaluable, analysing vast datasets to distinguish threats and automating repetitive tasks ...
New EXL Survey Shows Most Australian Businesses Aren’t Ready for AI – But Expect It to Drive Growth

New EXL Survey Shows Most Australian Businesses Aren’t Ready for AI – But Expect It to Drive Growth

While a majority of respondents are aiming for business expansion, with 64% confident in their growth outlook, most are still in early or planning phases when it comes to adopting AI, setting data strategy, or building internal capability. Trust in AI is also low, with only 27% of respondents saying they feel confident in the accuracy of AI-generated ...
R&D and Manufacturing Capacity Expansion

R&D and Manufacturing Capacity Expansion

DroneShield is making a more than $13 million initial investment via a multi-year lease and fitout commitment into a brand new 3,000sqm production facility in Sydney’s Alexandria, with expected opening in December 2025. This is in addition to 2,500sqm of R&D area in its headquarters, expanding its own annual production capacity to $900 million by ...
Wavelink Signs Distribution Agreement with Penguin Solutions to Enhance Critical Infrastructure and Edge Computing Capabilities in Australia and New Zealand

Wavelink Signs Distribution Agreement with Penguin Solutions to Enhance Critical Infrastructure and Edge Computing Capabilities in Australia and New Zealand

July 15, 2025 – Wavelink, an Infinigate Group company and leader in technology distribution, services, and business development in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), has signed a distribution agreement with Penguin Solutions, a global provider of high-availability computing and edge infrastructure solutions. This partnership expands Penguin Solutions’ ...
Trustwave Launches Managed Phishing for Microsoft Service to Strengthen Microsoft 365 Email Security

Trustwave Launches Managed Phishing for Microsoft Service to Strengthen Microsoft 365 Email Security

July 15, 2025 – Trustwave, a global cybersecurity and managed security services leader, has announced the launch of Managed Phishing for Microsoft, an advanced service designed to help organisations using Microsoft Office 365 and Defender for Office proactively defend against the evolving threat of phishing attacks. Phishing remains the most ...
Check Point Software Technologies Named a Leader in Zero Trust Platforms, Q3 2025 Evaluation

Check Point Software Technologies Named a Leader in Zero Trust Platforms, Q3 2025 Evaluation

Check Point’s Hybrid Mesh Security Platform recognised for plan to deliver AI-driven capabilities to automate network security functions
Kyndryl Partners with Microsoft to Launch the Kyndryl Microsoft Acceleration Hub to Drive Customer Innovation and Digital Transformation

Kyndryl Partners with Microsoft to Launch the Kyndryl Microsoft Acceleration Hub to Drive Customer Innovation and Digital Transformation

New Hub combines Kyndryl Consult expertise with Microsoft technologies to enable AI-first consulting capabilities and engagements
Semperis 2025 Purple Knight Report Reveals Persistent Security Gaps in Hybrid Active Directory and Entra ID Environments

Semperis 2025 Purple Knight Report Reveals Persistent Security Gaps in Hybrid Active Directory and Entra ID Environments

2025 Purple Knight Report Reveals Persistent Security Gaps in Hybrid Active Directory and Entra ID Environments The new report uncovers identity security risks, low initial assessment scores, and urgent need for remediation across Active Directory, Entra ID, and Okta—but substantial score improvements for users applying Purple Knight’s expert ...
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