About Sara
Sara Barker
Copywriter and Senior News Editor
Sara lives in a world of words and stories. For more than six years she has been delving deep into the rich world of tech news, content creation, journalism and reviews for Techday. She brings an academic background in information systems, marketing, radio, and journalism to her role. She enjoys casual gaming, cats, and reading.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Sara - Page 78
Trend Micro & Vivotek to launch cybersecurity-enhanced IP surveillance products
Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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Trend Micro and Vivotek have teamed up to launch cybersecurity-enhanced IP surveillance products, debuting at Intersec 2018 in Dubai.
Crypto-miners creating havoc for businesses: Coinhive 'Most Wanted' malware
Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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ddos
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trustwave
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cryptomalware
Crypto-mining malware variants are causing headaches for enterprises and their computers as website owners try to recoup revenue, says Check Point.
NTT Security launches in Thailand as region's cyber risk grows
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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NTT Security expands into Thailand to provide cybersecurity services as the country's economy grows, increasing cyber risks.
Japan's 'sleepless AI sentinels' to provide connected car cybersecurity
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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cartech
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connectivity
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autonomous vehicle
Security as a Service platform for connected cars to launch in Tokyo, Japan, with plans for Europe and North America roll-outs this year.
Fortinet, Juniper take top spots in NSS Labs Data Centre Security Gateway tests
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
NSS Labs' latest data center security gateway test has evaluated solutions from Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks, Juniper Networks, and Cisco.
Singapore firm embraces blockchain to fight credential fraud
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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blockchain
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iam
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cybersecurity
A Singapore tech firm is using blockchain technology to bring validation and authentication to CVs and other credential types.
KPMG continues push into IAM space through Cyberinc buyout
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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pam
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iam
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cybersecurity
The acquisition will see up to 25 Cyberinc employees join KPMG's Australian arm to boost capabilities in domestic identity and access management.
Google fixes vulnerability in Apps Script - but SaaS is still at risk
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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malware
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cybersecurity
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google
Security firm Proofpoint recently discovered a vulnerability that allows attackers to take advantage of Google Apps Script.
Singapore MINDEF opens doors to white hat hackers
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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Singapore MINDEF invites ethical hackers to test internet-facing systems in a pioneering bug bounty programme, offering rewards up to SGD $20,000.
The state of Singapore's data center market explored
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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colocation
he Singapore colocation market generated an estimated SG$1.3 billion this year, and is expected to be worth SG$2 billion by 2021.
Rejected: Gemalto shuns 'unfriendly' takeover bid by Atos
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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cybersecurity
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m&a
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atos
Gemalto has slammed an unsolicited acquisition bid from European digital enterprise Atos because the proposal significantly undervalues the company.
Poor SSH key management an open invitation for malicious threats
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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venafi
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key management
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identity governance
Organisations that use Secure Shell (SSH) technologies and keys are doing a poor job of making sure they are secure, survey finds.
Script-based cyber attacks rise as threat actors choose stealth
Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
WatchGuard Technologies' latest quarterly Internet Security report has revealed a massive increase in scripting attacks and malware.
Singtel & Ericsson hit 1Gbps LAA network speeds in Asia-Pacific first
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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uc
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wireless networks
Singtel and Ericsson have achieved a groundbreaking 1.1Gbps using LAA technology in an Asia-Pacific first, paving the way for faster LTE network speeds.
Working through the holiday season? Four ways to keep your mobile device secure
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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endpoint protection
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edr
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wireless networks
As the holiday season begins, Ixia warns that remote workers must not overlook mobile device security to avoid cyber threats.
Menlo Security closes $40m funding round to expand malware isolation tech
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Menlo Security has successfully closed a Series C funding round to the tune of US$40 million this week, bringing its total funding to $85 million.
Avoid gifting weaponised teddy bears & game console hacks: Top IoT threats this season
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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iot
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cybersecurity
Cyber attacks on toys, gaming consoles and home assistants, you ask? Weaponised teddy bears? Yes, it is possible.
Will Atos be successful in its 'unsolicited' mission to buy out Gemalto?
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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cybersecurity
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m&a
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gemalto
In what Gemalto is calling an 'unsolicited' acquisition bid, the company says it is reviewing an offer put to the company by European firm Atos.
Appier fights ad fraud with the help of artificial intelligence
Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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fraud
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appier
AI-based fraud detection outperforms traditional models, identifying twice as many fraudulent transactions within four months.
Palau Spur submarine cable to bring 500Gbps to Republic of Palau
Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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network infrastructure
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digital signage
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datacentre infrastructure
NEC and the Belau Submarine Cable Corporation (BSCC) have completed a new submarine cable that links the Republic of Palau with the SEA-US cable.