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High-tech heist: why fending off ransomware attacks is more challenging than ever in 2020

Fri, 4th Sep 2020
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Lion cyber-attack highlights growing ransomware threat to Australian businesses. Prime Minister warns of targeted attacks. #cybersecurity.
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Nine in ten APAC workers against return to normal work life

Fri, 4th Sep 2020
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The research shows the Asia-Pacific workforce is eager for ongoing flexibility and a focus on personal well-being in the post-COVID-19 workplace .
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Spending on managed security services in ANZ to grow despite COVID-19 headwinds

Fri, 4th Sep 2020
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COVID-19 has changed security priorities significantly, and managed security services in ANZ are set to benefit.
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Research: Data more important for SMBs than ever

Thu, 3rd Sep 2020
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Seagate's global survey of SMBs shows resilience of IT infrastructure during the pandemic and the importance of data in recovery plans.
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Why COVID-19 should prompt Australian companies to take a more modern approach to endpoint security

Wed, 2nd Sep 2020
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Australian organizations are struggling to manage and secure their remote workforce due to a lack of proper IT administration routines. .
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Bank Mandiri teams up with Cloudera to better serve customers post COVID-19

Tue, 1st Sep 2020
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Bank Mandiri has partnered with Cloudera to enhance resilience and agility in the wake of COVID-19, using data-driven insights to adapt quickly.
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Zoom reports massive revenue growth in Q2 2021 financial results

Tue, 1st Sep 2020
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Zoom reports enormous 355% YoY increase in revenue for Q2 2021, as remote work continues to drive strong financial performance.
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Video conferencing, network usage surge in lockdown 2.0 - Vodafone

Tue, 1st Sep 2020
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Phone and internet network usage continued sustained increases during Auckland's second lockdown, according to Vodafone NZ.
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COVID-19 sees global smartphone sales plunge by 20%

Tue, 1st Sep 2020
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COVID-19 causes global smartphone sales to drop 20.4% in Q2 2020, with Samsung experiencing the largest decline, according to Gartner.
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In the shadow of COVID-19, a cyber health crisis looms

Tue, 1st Sep 2020
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Rising ransomware cases targeting the healthcare sector in Australia have raised concerns ahead of the release of the Cyber Security strategy.
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AVR Lab to resell AR/VR hygiene solutions in ANZ

Tue, 1st Sep 2020
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As use of AR and VR in industry grows, AVR Lab is providing products to ensure that devices are kept sanitary between each use.
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Q&A: TIBCO advances safe workplace return through cutting-edge tech

Tue, 1st Sep 2020
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TIBCO launches GatherSmart, a new analytics-driven symptom tracking solution, to help organisations safely return to work after COVID-19.
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Consumer demands shift as contactless deliveries and hygiene features become the norm

Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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Consumer expectations and online shopping habits, particularly around delivery preferences, are changing significantly and increasing demand on suppliers.
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COVID-19 related email threats pose huge risk in 2020

Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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According to the company's annual mid-year roundup report, Trend Micro blocked 8.8 million COVID-19 related threats, nearly 92% of which were email-based.
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Spark achieves annual revenue growth, despite COVID-19 challenges

Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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Spark New Zealand reports revenue growth and strong performance in key markets, with overall revenue increasing by 2.5% to $3,623 million.
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'Cloud sprawl' catches firms out during COVID-19 disruption

Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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Businesses worldwide have increased their IT spend this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to new concerns around IT budgets and cost control.
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How COVID-19 has changed the way Kiwi SMEs operate - study

Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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New Zealand small businesses have changed their approach to work due to COVID-19, with 58% adapting their methods, according to a 2degrees study.
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Businesses reminded to check security after COVID-19 changes work habits

Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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Cyber hygiene is more important than ever thanks to COVID-19 changing the way people work, according to the New Zealand Internet Task Force.
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Enable urges Christchurch locals to switch to fibre broadband

Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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More than 120,000 customers in Christchurch are now using fibre broadband for their internet connections, according to provider Enable.
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Amazon surges ahead of eCommerce competitors in market capitalisation

Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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Amazon's market capitalisation soars to $1tn in H1 2020, with a 41.8% rise in Q2, leaving Alibaba in the dust.