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Revealed: Best practices for embedded systems in a world of cyber attacks

The Trusted Computing Group has issued new best practices for updating firmware and software in embedded systems to combat rising cyber threats in IoT devices.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2020

Software-as-a-Service

SolarWinds strengthens hybrid IT database portfolio

SolarWinds strengthens its database management portfolio with the addition of Database Performance Monitor (DPM) for cloud-native environments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2020

DevOps

Google launches two new cloud certifications

The invite-only Google Cloud Certified Fellow programme for technical leaders and the Cloud DevOps Engineer certification.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2020

Pivotal

Melinda Gates behind $50m drive to get women into tech

Melinda Gates is spearheading a US$50 million initiative to bolster female representation in tech through GET Cities, targeting US-based emerging tech hubs.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2020

Digital Transformation

As AI accelerates, focus on road conditions - SAS

AI is becoming integral to business operations, but firms must address potential pitfalls, such as governance and cultural challenges, to sustain progress.

By Ian Brown • 5 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2020

Gaming

VR spells virtual trouble for some regulators

As VR's global popularity surges, regulators face challenges on privacy, IP theft, and content disputes, prompting new policies and stricter scrutiny.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2020

Firewalls

WatchGuard recognised as a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for Network Firewalls

WatchGuard has been honoured as a 2020 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice for Network Firewalls, reflecting positive feedback from end-user professionals.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2020

Software-as-a-Service

Hybrid cloud services to drive APAC enterprise cloud services revenue

Hybrid cloud services will propel enterprise cloud revenue in the Asia Pacific to USD $256bn by 2023, up from USD $107.6bn in 2018, reports GlobalData.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2020

Security Operations Centres

Redscan recognised with CREST accreditation for SOC

Redscan has received accreditation from CREST for its Security Operations Centre (SOC), confirming its place among top security providers.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2020

Cloud Security

FireEye snaps up Cloudvisory, looks to extend cloud security offerings

FireEye acquires Cloudvisory to bolster cloud security offerings with enhanced multi-cloud monitoring and compliance tools, integrating them into FireEye Helix.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2020

Cloud Security

Check Point report highlights latest cyber-threats worldwide

Check Point Research's 2020 Cyber Security Report reveals rising threats such as cryptominers, botnets, and targeted ransomware against global organisations.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2020

Phishing

Five security risks faced in the modern workplace - Empired

According to the Australian Government Department of Communications, the average cost of an individual cybersecurity breach to a business is $276,000.

By Gavin van Niekerk • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2020

Malware

Veritas: PCs running Windows 7 vulnerable to ransomware

With Windows 7 support ending on January 14, Veritas Technologies warns 26% of PCs will face increased ransomware risks, urging swift preparations.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2020

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Culture Amp aims to advance inclusion in Singapore and APAC

Culture Amp has announced it will roll out its Diversity & Inclusion Starter Kit for free to all Singapore and APAC organisations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2020

Intel

New study reveals 'huge' gender disparity in Indian businesses

Improving gender diversity in the workplace requires uniform women-friendly programs and male allies, according to a new study.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Jan 2020

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion starter kit to help Asia Pacific organisations

Culture Amp offers free Diversity - Inclusion starter kit to Singapore and Asia Pacific organizations, aiming to address workplace diversity deficit.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2019

Fintech

Wontok: Are e-wallets a threat to society?

As e-wallets gain popularity, criminals find new ways to exploit our behaviours and beliefs. Are we trading convenience for vulnerability?.

By Bruce Carney • 5 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2019

Malware

Equifax breach vulnerability surfaces as top network attack in Q3 2019

Equifax breach vulnerability from Apache Struts tops WatchGuard's Q3 2019 list of network attacks, highlighting rising malware and zero-day threats.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Best Practice stories

Unified Communications

Kiwis think benefits of the internet outweigh the negatives

Despite ongoing security concerns, new research from InternetNZ reveals that 90% of New Zealanders believe the benefits of the internet outweigh the negatives.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2020

Government

Govt's digital trade deal good news for Kiwi business

New Zealand's digital economy is set to flourish as a landmark digital trade deal is signed with Singapore and Chile, says NZTech's Muller.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2020