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Dragos acquires Network Perception to boost OT cybersecurity
Unified Communications

Dragos acquires Network Perception to boost OT cybersecurity

Dragos has acquired Network Perception, integrating the NP-View platform to enhance cybersecurity for critical infrastructure sectors, including utilities and manufacturing.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
New Zealand's tech sector shows resilience amid global challenges
Data Privacy

New Zealand's tech sector shows resilience amid global challenges

New Zealand's tech sector shows resilience and growth potential despite global challenges, with AI and cybersecurity as key pillars, according to DLA Piper's 2024 Tech Index.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
Raj Chauhan named President for Americas at Vudoo
Marketing Technologies

Raj Chauhan named President for Americas at Vudoo

Vudoo appoints Raj Chauhan as President for the Americas, leveraging his 20+ years in digital advertising to drive expansion in the American market.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
SenSen wins Montréal contract for mobile enforcement systems
Artificial Intelligence

SenSen wins Montréal contract for mobile enforcement systems

SenSen Networks wins a CAD 1.6 million contract for mobile enforcement systems with Montréal's Agence de mobilité durable, potentially expanding to CAD 16.1 million.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
Radware report reveals 265% rise in global web DDoS attacks
Crypto

Radware report reveals 265% rise in global web DDoS attacks

Radware's H1 2024 report shows a 265% surge in global web DDoS attacks, largely due to geopolitical tensions and increased exploitation of application infrastructure.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2024
Rising deepfake threats prompt surge in biometric defences
Ransomware

Rising deepfake threats prompt surge in biometric defences

Deepfake threats are on the rise, with 47% of firms encountering attacks; 75% are employing biometric defences, while 62% fear current measures are inadequate.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Rich Data Co secures USD $9 million for North America expansion
Risk & Compliance

Rich Data Co secures USD $9 million for North America expansion

Rich Data Co secures USD $9 million boost from Acorn Capital, elevating total Series B funding to USD $37 million. Funds to drive North America expansion.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
CAST launches automated SBOM management tool for compliance
Software-as-a-Service

CAST launches automated SBOM management tool for compliance

CAST has unveiled its CAST SBOM Manager, an automated tool designed to streamline Software Bill of Materials management for software providers facing new compliance mandates.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2024
Q1 2024 sees major $9.83billion currency impact headwind
Data Analytics

Q1 2024 sees major $9.83billion currency impact headwind

Kyriba's Q1 2024 Currency Impact Report has revealed a USD $9.83 billion negative impact due to currency fluctuations, signalling heightened FX risks for global firms.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024
OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation
Health Technologies

OVHcloud's recycled datacentres highlight sustainable innovation

OVHcloud reveals plans for its innovative recycled datacentres, repurposing sites like old aluminium plants and a former NSA base as part of its green initiative.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024
Workato adds new leaders amid ambitious growth plans
Marketing Technologies

Workato adds new leaders amid ambitious growth plans

Workato announces key leadership hires amid rapid growth, appointing Chandar Pattabhiram as Chief Go-to-Market Officer and Bhagat Nainani as Head of Product and Engineering.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
AutoStore opens new factory in Thailand to expand APAC operations
Robotics

AutoStore opens new factory in Thailand to expand APAC operations

AutoStore is set to double its production capacity with a new factory in Thailand, aiming to serve APAC markets more effectively by manufacturing 15,000 robots in 18 months.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Fighting back against the growing threat of ransomware
Malware

Fighting back against the growing threat of ransomware

A recent ransomware attack on Southern Water by Black Basta highlights the mounting threat to U.K. critical infrastructure, prompting urgent calls for robust cybersecurity measures.

By Audra Simons • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
Nearly half of UK lawyers favour self-regulation of legal AI
Generative AI

Nearly half of UK lawyers favour self-regulation of legal AI

Nearly half of UK lawyers favour self-regulation for AI in the legal industry, with 48% of firm lawyers and 50% of in-house lawyers advocating against government intervention, per Thomson Reuters.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024
Vertiv launches 360AI portfolio to meet data centre needs
High Performance Computing

Vertiv launches 360AI portfolio to meet data centre needs

Vertiv introduces the 360AI portfolio across the EMEA regions, offering advanced power and cooling solutions to facilitate scalable AI and HPC deployments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024
Australian fintech RDC partners with major US bank M&T
Biometrics

Australian fintech RDC partners with major US bank M&T

Rich Data Co secures its first US client with M&T Bank Corporation, integrating AI to enhance the bank's risk management and lending strategies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024
Turn/River Capital invests in Paessler to fuel global growth
Application Performance Monitoring

Turn/River Capital invests in Paessler to fuel global growth

Turn/River Capital invests in Paessler AG to fuel growth and global expansion of its IT and OT monitoring solutions, marking a significant milestone for the company.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
RestorePoint.ai appoints David Iannacconi as VP of sales
Data Analytics

RestorePoint.ai appoints David Iannacconi as VP of sales

RestorePoint.ai appoints David Iannacconi as VP of Sales, banking on his 30 years of experience to enhance their secure data solutions for mid-sized firms.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024

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