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Edge computing critical enabler of digital-first connected operations

Edge computing is a critical enabler of a transition to digital-first connected operations, according to a new report from Schneider Electric.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 21st Apr 2022

Cybersecurity

Significant spike in consumer fraud, new report finds

Reported cases of consumer fraud more than tripled in the years 2020-2021 from prior years, according to a new report by Accenture.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Apr 2022

EduTech

Zoom releases a range of new features requested by educators

Zoom debuts virtual background support for Chromebooks, video messages in Zoom Chat, Breakout Rooms enhancements, and Anywhere Polls.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Apr 2022

DevOps

FIDO Alliance champions security and authentication experts

FIDO Alliance has announced that testing is now available for individuals seeking to become FIDO Certified Professionals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Apr 2022

EduTech

Check Point Software supports Rakia mission to space

Check Point Software is supporting the Rakia Israeli space mission by hosting communication to the specialised control centre.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Apr 2022

Internet of Things

Industrial cybersecurity market to reach US$43.5 billion

Industrial companies and their personnel underestimate the risks in the industrial control systems environment.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Mon, 11th Apr 2022

Cybersecurity

NZ Windows users at risk of devastating cyber attacks

New Zealand businesses face devastating cyber attacks, with a 14.22% chance of encountering a threat, warns Avast's 2021 Global PC Risk Report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Apr 2022

Supply Chain

Strong close to 2021 as cloud infrastructure spend reaches $21 billion

As backlogs continue to grow, pent-up demand bodes well for future growth as long as the economy stays healthy, and supply catches up to demand.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Apr 2022

Blockchain

Shipsy appoints Iyad Kamal as COO

Former Aramex COO Iyad Kamal joins Shipsy's advisory team to expand AI, ML & Blockchain capabilities & accelerate global logistics innovation.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 1st Apr 2022

Data Protection

Password hygiene in New Zealand: Statistics, standing and standpoints

The state of password hygiene in New Zealand remains largely unknown, with limited studies and fragmented data.

By Matthew Lark • 15 min read • Wed, 30th Mar 2022

DevOps

Report: APAC DevOps salary brackets lagging behind

While DevOps salaries for APAC professionals are behind the curve, there is a significant global increase worldwide.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Mar 2022

Cybersecurity

Budget boost promises better cybersecurity for our health system

New Zealand's Ministry of Health has pledged $75.7 million to upgrade cybersecurity throughout the health system.

By Matthew Lark • 12 min read • Mon, 28th Mar 2022

DevOps

Queensland Government appoints Chris McLaren as Chief Customer & Digital Officer

The Queensland government has appointed a new Chief Customer and Digital Officer to drive the state's digital economy and improve citizen-centric services.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022

World Bank

ACS appoints Chris Vein as Chief Executive Officer

The professional association for Australia's technology sector announced Chris Vein has been appointed the organisation's Chief Executive Officer.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022

EduTech

Salesforce insights show 83% of Aussies digitally unequipped

Salesforce report reveals that 83% of Australians don't feel prepared for the digital skills required by modern businesses.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022

Hyperscale

SoftIron establishes Singapore presence as part growth plans

SoftIron expands its presence in Singapore to support its regional customers and explore plans for a dedicated supply chain tower facility.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Mar 2022

AR, VR & Metaverse

ABI Research calls for universal data governance framework

The researchers state that a new universal data governance framework must be introduced to address the data governance needs in emerging technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2022