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 95
DDoS attacks on gaming providers are causing mayhem for players everywhere
Wed, 2nd Aug 2017
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digital entertainment
The gaming industry is feeling the pressure of DDoS attacks, and none more so than over the last several weeks.
Mandiant security researcher stung by hackers - parent co FireEye denies entire network breach
Wed, 2nd Aug 2017
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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fireeye
It seems that not even security experts are immune to hacks, after reports surfaced this week that one unlucky researcher was hit by hackers.
Trillium buys out CanBusHack, the oldest automotive cybersecurity provider in the world
Tue, 1st Aug 2017
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cartech
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cybersecurity
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autonomous vehicle
Trillium has added the oldest automotive security provider in the world to its portfolio for an undisclosed amount.
Tesla owners beware! Security researchers find major holes - firmware updates critical
Tue, 1st Aug 2017
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cartech
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tencent
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tesla
Researchers at Tencent's Keen Security Lab discovered major security holes in Tesla's firmware, which attackers could use to control vehicles.
Zscaler grows ASEAN team & eyes Singapore as cybersecurity innovation hub
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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cloud security
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akamai
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zscaler
Zscaler strengthens its ASEAN leadership with two key hires, positioning Singapore as a hub for cybersecurity innovation and IT transformation.
Salesforce Service Cloud goes next-gen with mobile apps & learning platform
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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crm
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uc
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data analytics
Salesforce is taking the next generation of its Service Cloud to customers this week, adding more customisation and an interactive learning platform.
Javelin Networks: Give up on honeypots, because attackers will outsmart them
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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iam
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cybersecurity
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hackers
Honey tokens, which are honeypots that are not computers, are easily studied and avoided by the average attacker.
$250,000 up for grabs in Microsoft's latest Windows Bounty Program
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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microsoft
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security vulnerabilities
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hyper
Microsoft is offering up to US$250,000 in a new bug bounty program focused exclusively on ironing out the kinks in Windows 10.
NTT Com to launch major data network services in India
Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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hyperscale
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colocation
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ntt communications
NTT Communications will invest USD $160 million in India, launching new international data network services and opening two data centres by April 2018.
Dimension Data: Digital workplaces keep Kiwi businesses – and customers – happy
Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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crm
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uc
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cx
Dimension Data study reveals that embracing digital workplaces is key for Kiwi businesses seeking to enhance customer satisfaction.
iOS gets another round of critical security updates to block major security holes
Thu, 27th Jul 2017
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cybersecurity
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ios
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software updates
Apple's iOS 10.3.3 has undergone an urgent update after massive security holes were discovered in many of the system's functions.
Telstra unravels the inevitable convergence of electronic & cybersecurity at ASIAL Conference
Wed, 26th Jul 2017
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iot
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risk & compliance
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telstra
Telstra's Neil Campbell predicts a blended future for electronic and cyber defence at Sydney's ASIAL Conference.
Menlo Security selects Edvance as Hong Kong & Macau distributor
Wed, 26th Jul 2017
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cybersecurity
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browsers
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menlo security
Menlo Security has signed a distribution agreement with Hong Kong-based Edvance to distribute its browser isolation platform across both Hong.
Proficio furthers push into APAC security market through new Hong Kong base
Wed, 26th Jul 2017
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ai security
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security intelligence
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mssp
Fast-growing managed security services provider Proficio has a new base in Hong Kong as it widens its presence across the Asia Pacific region.
IBM X-Force takes on IoT security across connected devices - and vehicles
Wed, 26th Jul 2017
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iot
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ibm
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ibm security
IBM X-Force researchers are expanding their focus to include vehicle and IoT security in response to a growing market for data connectivity in vehicles.
ESET uncovers stealthy Stantinko malware's click fraud prowess
Tue, 25th Jul 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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browsers
ESET has spotted a malware strain that tricks users into downloading pirated software from dummy torrent sites.
The Philippines & Indonesia are now hotspots for computer worms
Tue, 25th Jul 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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virus
Amongst political turmoil, Indonesia and the Philippines are now one of the world's major hotspots for malware infection rates.
Google Groups users unwittingly leaking information: Change sharing settings now
Tue, 25th Jul 2017
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google
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proofpoint
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redlock
Google has been the focus of two major security warnings this week, one of which exposes a major hole in Google Groups.
Gemalto blames declining SIM & payments market for drop in Q2 revenue prediction
Mon, 24th Jul 2017
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pam
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iot
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gemalto
Gemalto has lowered its second quarter revenue predictions by 9% to NZ$1.2billion, driven by a decline in its SIM business.
Cyberbit embraces Singapore's innovative edge to security
Mon, 24th Jul 2017
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endpoint protection
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edr
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Cyberbit CEO Adi Dar says Singapore is a technology-driven nation that is on the forefront of products and technologies.