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Aria is where cutting‑edge technology, security, and AI‑driven innovation intersect. The stories tagged here span everything from next‑gen cloud and data platforms to ransomware trends, smart infrastructure, and the fast‑evolving world of generative and agentic AI. If you want to understand how tools like AI copilots, LLMs, and real‑time analytics are reshaping everything from finance to healthcare to manufacturing, this is your starting point.

Dive into in‑depth coverage of cybersecurity – botnets, ransomware variants, mobile malware, zero‑day exploits, and the shift to continuous, intelligence‑led defence. Explore how data centres, networks, and observability platforms are being redesigned for AI workloads, sustainability, and hybrid cloud. Follow the rise of AI in everyday products too, from wearables and smart home devices to vehicles, retail experiences, and next‑gen collaboration tools.

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In depth: A lawyer's perspective on ethical hacking & penetration testing in Asia

Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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What is'ethical hacking' in an organisation and are there any grey areas in the law? We sat down with RHTLaw Taylor Wessing's Jack Ow to find out.
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WatchGuard snaps up former IBM sales lead for APAC role

Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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WatchGuard Technologies has snapped up former IBM sales leader Sylvain Lejeune as its new vice president of sales for Asia Pacific and Japan.
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Experts weigh in on 'Bad Rabbit', the potential next WannaCry​

Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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Ever heard of Bad Rabbit? It's the newest form of ransomware causing havoc in Eastern Europe that could be coming your way soon.
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Armageddon 2017 roundup: The best and worst moments from the show

Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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Auckland Armageddon 2017 dazzled with star-studded guests like Nathan Fillion and Jessica Nigri, but rainy weather and sparse stalls clouded the excitement.
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Hands-on Review: Wireless headphones for the open plan office of the future

Mon, 23rd Oct 2017
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The Jabra Evolve 75 comes with some ambitious claims, the most important being their ability to function well in a modern open-plan office...
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McAfee CEO reveals his view of cybersecurity's future at MPOWER

Thu, 19th Oct 2017
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McAfee MPOWER conference in Las Vegas focuses on the future of cybersecurity and the need for talent efficiency.
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Adobe Advertising Cloud deploys initiative to deliver fee transparency

Wed, 18th Oct 2017
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Adobe Advertising Cloud pioneers fee transparency by partnering with SSPs and exchanges, helping marketers gain insight into ad spend and performance.
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IBM announces global payments blockchain solution live in ANZ, Pacific Islands & UK

Tue, 17th Oct 2017
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The solution is run from the IBM Blockchain Platform on Hyperledger Fabric and was built in collaboration with Stellar.org.
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Locky ransomware is back as one of September's 'most wanted' malware

Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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Locky ransomware rises by 11.5% in September, becoming one of 'September's Most Wanted' malware, driven by the Necurs botnet.
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How data center pod frames can shorten IT room deployment time by over 20%

Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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Data centers could reduce project timelines by over 20% using free standing pod frames, according to Schneider Electric.
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Rule the battlefield with affordable gaming gear

Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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Dominate your digital battlegrounds with ASUS's new affordable Cerberus range, designed for enduring gaming triumphs.
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Ransomware market skyrockets 2500% in one year: It's now worth $6m

Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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The ransomware scourge looks set to continue until at least the end of the year, topping what is being called the 'most notorious year on record'.
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How North Korea's nuclear aggression masks a deeper threat

Mon, 9th Oct 2017
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According to Carbon Black's national security strategist, the rogue nation has been carrying out a stealth campaign that threatens even worse mayhem.
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Businesses losing huge revenue due to lack of cloud expertise

Fri, 6th Oct 2017
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A new study from Rackspace has found that big businesses are losing around US$258m a year because of a lack of cloud expertise.
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SonicWall onboards more customers as malware block rate soars

Fri, 6th Oct 2017
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SonicWall reports a 524% increase in unique malware variants in the last 6 months, equating to around 1000 new variants daily.
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Locky ransomware variant mimics Konica Minolta copier emails

Wed, 4th Oct 2017
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A Locky ransomware variant is doing the rounds again this time it's also impersonating office equipment from Konica Minolta.
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Hitachi develops robot that can spontaneously 'learn' from mistakes

Wed, 4th Oct 2017
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​Hitachi has announced the development of active-learning dialogue-data based AI technology to its human symbiotic service robot.
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Interview: Booktopia on data experimentation & the future of traditional bookshops

Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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A vital component in meeting our customers' needs and wants has been establishing a culture of experimentation.
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Credential theft is the hottest trend for cyber attackers in Q2

Fri, 29th Sep 2017
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This year cyber attackers have narrowed their focus to methods that involve credential theft, be it through malware, phishing or brute force attacks.
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Android banking Trojan stalks Google Play - again

Wed, 27th Sep 2017
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It's a case of déjà vu for one particular Android banking Trojan, which has popped up on Google Play after being removed from the store this year.