Operational Technologies (OT) stories
Australia faces rising cyberattacks targeting key infrastructure
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endpoint protection
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network security
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cybersecurity
Cyberattacks on Australia's critical infrastructure surged 50% to 143 in 2022–23, raising serious concerns over national security and service disruptions.
Panaseer launches tool to automate enterprise compliance tasks
Last week
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apm
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Panaseer has launched the Cyber Frameworks Catalog to automate compliance management, easing security reporting for firms in regulated sectors.
Efex strengthens cyber services with Datcom buy amid expansion
Last week
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advanced persistent threat protection
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partner programmes
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breach prevention
Efex has acquired Australian cybersecurity firm Datcom to boost its managed IT services amid rising cyber threats and over 500 breach reports in six months.
Nozomi integrates with NVIDIA BlueField to boost AI cyber defences
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iot security
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edge computing
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iot
Nozomi Networks and NVIDIA have partnered to integrate AI-powered cybersecurity on BlueField DPUs, enhancing threat detection for industrial and critical infrastructure systems.
Wavelink partners with Honeywell to expand mobility solutions
Last week
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supply chain & logistics
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cybersecurity
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honeywell
Wavelink teams up with Honeywell to offer its PSS mobility portfolio across Australian industries, enhancing channel support and customer lifecycle management.
Kaspersky report warns of rising cyber risks in digitalisation
Last month
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it in manufacturing
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digital transformation
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supply chain & logistics
Nearly 40% of global industrial firms, rising to 45% in APAC, cite cybersecurity as a major hurdle in the digitalisation of Operational Technology environments.
Ericsson debuts clientless ZTNA for third-party access
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Ericsson expands NetCloud SASE with clientless Zero Trust Network Access, enhancing secure BYOD and third-party user connections without VPNs or clients.
OPSWAT partners with Sektor Cyber to boost ANZ presence
Last month
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malware
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
OPSWAT has named Sektor Cyber as its new distributor in Australia and New Zealand to boost cybersecurity solutions amid rising regulatory demands.
Ericsson launches clientless ZTNA to boost BYOD security
Last month
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
Ericsson launches clientless Zero Trust Network Access in NetCloud SASE to secure third-party and BYOD connections, reducing cyber risks without VPNs.
Why traditional transformation approaches fail field workers
Last month
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fintech
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personal computing devices
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tablets & laptops
As global digital transformation spending is set to reach USD $3.4 trillion by 2026, field workers are often overlooked in implementation, risking failure.
Westcon-Comstor & Claroty join forces for ASEAN security
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Westcon-Comstor has forged a strategic alliance with Claroty to boost cyber-physical systems security across ASEAN, safeguarding crucial infrastructure in the region.
Orro launches digital asset service for Australian firms
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Orro has launched its Digital Asset Discovery service in Australia, offering firms real-time visibility of critical operational technology assets to enhance security.
Rising ICS/OT cyber threats due to budgetary imbalances
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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it training
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.
Schneider & Nozomi join forces for global security boost
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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cloud security
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iot security
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iot
Schneider Electric has partnered with Nozomi Networks to enhance global managed security services, focusing on critical sectors such as energy and water.
Dragos & Yokogawa partner to enhance industrial security
Fri, 17th Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
Dragos has partnered with Yokogawa to enhance cybersecurity in industrial settings, focusing on improved IT and OT network insights amid digital transformation.
NXLog appoints Harald Reisinger as CEO in leadership shift
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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cybersecurity
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data management
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data quality
NXLog has appointed Harald Reisinger as CEO, succeeding co-founder Botond Botyanszki, who becomes Chief Technology Officer to drive innovation.
Iran-linked malware targets critical infrastructure in USA, Israel
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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malware
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surveillance
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iot
Claroty's Team82 has exposed IOCONTROL, sophisticated malware linked to Iranian attackers, targeting vital IoT and OT systems in Israel and the US.
TeamViewer acquires 1E for USD $720M enhancing DEX tools
Tue, 10th Dec 2024
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hcm
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ex
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1e
TeamViewer has announced its largest acquisition to date, acquiring 1E for USD $720 million to enhance its digital employee experience solutions.
Integrity360 debuts managed service to bolster cyber defence
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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iot
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai
Integrity360 has launched a Managed Attack Surface Management service to bolster cyber resilience across IT, OT, and IoT environments, leveraging AI and automation.
TeamViewer unveils Smart Service for manufacturing aid
Tue, 3rd Dec 2024
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ar, vr & metaverse
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deloitte
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productivity
TeamViewer has launched Smart Service, a solution to help manufacturers overcome downtime challenges, leveraging remote access and AR support.