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CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.
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Manufacturing sector hit hardest by ransomware in 2024

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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New research reveals the manufacturing sector was hit hardest by cyber attacks in Q3 2024, with 394 ransomware incidents accounting for 71% of all cases.
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Edge AI market to hit USD $71 billion by 2034, report says

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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The global Edge AI market is set to soar to USD $71.1 billion by 2034, fuelled by advances in IoT, 5G, and a demand for energy-efficient technologies.
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From deepfakes to ransomware: The key trends which will shape IT security in 2025

Mon, 9th Dec 2024
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As Australia braces for 2025, key IT security trends like deepfakes and ransomware require organisations to adapt swiftly to emerging threats.
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CDW acquires Mission Cloud to enhance AWS services expertise

Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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CDW has announced its acquisition of Mission Cloud Services to enhance its cloud and AI offerings, strengthening its market position and expertise.
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Ransomware attacks rise by 19% in October according to NCC Group

Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Ransomware attacks surged 19% in October, totalling 486 incidents globally, as threat actors increasingly targeted critical infrastructure sectors.
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Exclusive: How AI is revolutionising GP workflows, patient care

Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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GP Karl Cole highlights the revolutionary impact of AI on medical workflows and patient care, improving efficiency and reducing clinician burnout.
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Trellix report reveals evolving ransomware ecosystem trends

Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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Trellix's latest CyberThreat Report reveals a rapidly evolving ransomware landscape shaped by AI advancements and law enforcement actions.
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UK warned of cyber threats from China-backed Volt Typhoon

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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The UK faces increasing cyber threats from China-backed group Volt Typhoon, jeopardising critical infrastructure and national security, warns Certes.
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Conduktor raises USD $30 million to boost US expansion

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Data management platform Conduktor has raised USD $30 million in Series B funding to fuel its expansion into the US market amid soaring real-time data demand.
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Quantum Brilliance sells accelerator to Fraunhofer IAF

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Quantum Brilliance has sold a room-temperature quantum accelerator to Germany's Fraunhofer Institute, enhancing its AI integration and quantum research capabilities.
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HPE's El Capitan hailed as world's fastest supercomputer

Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise has claimed the top position on the Top500 list with El Capitan, the world's fastest supercomputer, achieving 1.742 exaflops.
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Nearly half of AI marketing efforts fail to meet goals

Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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New research reveals that while 73% of companies have adopted AI in marketing, only 52% are achieving expected business value, posing significant challenges.
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Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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Zscaler's 2024 Ransomware Report reveals an 18% global rise in incidents, with a record $75 million ransom linked to the Dark Angels group.
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Report reveals tech readiness gap in organisational goals

Fri, 18th Oct 2024
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A new report reveals a significant mismatch between technological aspirations and organisational readiness, emphasising urgent action needed across industries.
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US indictment reveals Anonymous Sudan's true motives

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted two Sudanese brothers linked to hacktivist group Anonymous Sudan, challenging beliefs of state-sponsored cyber attacks.
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TTC Group appoints Roy Hastings as new Chief Financial Officer

Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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TTC Group has appointed Roy Hastings as CFO to drive expansion into regulated training markets following strategic acquisitions including Miad Healthcare.
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Unimarket & VendorPanel announce strategic merger

Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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Unimarket and VendorPanel have merged to enhance procurement solutions, targeting an annual global spending of USD $13 trillion in the sector.
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Salt Typhoon hacks highlight vulnerabilities to Chinese attacks

Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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Recent Salt Typhoon cyberattacks linked to China have infiltrated US critical infrastructure, highlighting severe vulnerabilities in the public and private sectors.
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Financial stability grows for shift workers in 2024

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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Deputy's latest survey shows financial stability is rising for shift workers, driven by poly-employment and predictable income.