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BlackBerry thwarts 3.1 million cyberattacks in early 2024 report
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BlackBerry's Q1 2024 report reveals unprecedented cyber threats, detecting 3.1 million attacks and a 40% rise in new malware, spotlighting surging global cybersecurity tensions.
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Australians favour digital apps for overseas remittances
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Visa’s new report reveals that 67% of Australians prefer digital apps for overseas remittances, driven by occasions, unexpected needs, and humanitarian aid.
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Firetrace report warns of fire risk in renewable projects
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storage
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power / energy
A new report highlights significant fire risks in co-located renewable energy projects, stressing the under-protection of solar and wind components despite advances in battery safety.
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NICE's 2024 happiness index links AI to customer satisfaction
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NICE’s 2024 International Happiness Index highlights a 78% consumer endorsement for AI in customer service to boost satisfaction and loyalty, urging businesses to adapt.
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SMT market to reach USD$16.8 billion by 2034 – FMI
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The surface mount technology market is set to soar, driven by advances in electronics, healthcare, telecom, and automotive sectors.
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Bitdefender warns of rising scams targeting 2024 Paris Olympics
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physical security
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email security
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender uncovers scams targeting the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, threatening spectators globally with fake giveaways to steal personal data and money.
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Chirp CEO criticises telecom sector, advocates for DePIN solutions
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blockchain
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censorship
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Tim Kravchunovsky, CEO of Chirp, criticises traditional telecoms and finance, urging for decentralized blockchain networks, especially after the US ACP's end.
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Global HealthTech market projected to reach USD $33.1 billion by 2034
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modernisation
The HTM market, valued at USD $8.2 billion in 2024, is predicted to hit USD $33.1 billion by 2034, driven by advances in medical tech and efficient equipment management.
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Brightcove partners with FrightPix to launch niche streaming service
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personal computing devices
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smartphones
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apple
Brightcove partners with FrightPix to launch a free ad-supported streaming service focused on horror, thriller, and true crime content in the US.
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Crypto market sees 8.6% rise driven by ETH ETFs approval
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blockchain
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cryptocurrency
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bitcoin
The cryptocurrency market saw an 8.6% rise in May, driven by favourable U.S. regulations and ETH ETF approvals, according to Binance Australia's report.
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UK outpaces US in desktop-as-a-service adoption, Nerdio finds
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digital transformation
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New research by Nerdio reveals the UK has surpassed the US in adopting desktop-as-a-service (DaaS), driven by benefits in cost, flexibility, and sustainability.
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Geoff Waters named Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks
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firewalls
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partner programmes
Geoff Waters has been hired as Chief Revenue Officer at Barracuda Networks, aiming to boost global sales, especially in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Investment in data centres surges, ABS gaining traction
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investment
Global investment in data centres hits USD $22 billion in five months, with asset-backed securitisations driving financial strategies, Linklaters reports.
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Survey reveals AI-led security critical for business growth
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
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threat intelligence
A survey by OpenText Cybersecurity reveals 92.5% of businesses see AI-led security as crucial for growth, with MSPs and MSSPs prioritising AI integration.
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UK leads Europe in digital FDI growth despite overall decline
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investment
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cloud services
The UK has secured its position as Europe's top destination for digital FDI with 255 projects in 2023, according to EY's latest survey, outpacing the continent amidst a broader decline.
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FinOps gains traction as cloud costs rise, says esynergy
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As cloud expenses soar, a new esynergy report underscores the rising role of FinOps, with 74% of organisations striving to optimise costs.
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Christchurch tech firms team up for geoscience education tool
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university of canterbury
Two Christchurch-based tech firms, Seequent and CerebralFix, launch Visible Geology, an immersive 3D educational tool to combat global shortages in earth scientists.
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Software Combined secures second New Zealand tech company
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dr
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nz
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Australia's Software Combined has now expanded its portfolio by acquiring Dbvisit, based in New Zealand's Auckland.
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SevenRooms discusses AI, perks of tech to drive revenue in hospitality
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crm
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hong kong
SevenRooms has now formed its first Customer Advisory Board with top hospitality leaders globally to tackle 2024's Future Proofing to Serve up Success.
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Bitdefender report finds Discord rife with malware & scams
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
Bitdefender's report uncovers Discord as a hotbed for malware, phishing, and scams, with 50,000 dangerous links detected in six months, targeting Australia and Indonesia among others.