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AI emerges as the leading global data security threat
Data Protection

AI emerges as the leading global data security threat

AI has overtaken all other threats as the top global data security risk, with firms warning its rapid spread magnifies existing vulnerabilities.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2026
Beachhead unveils AI-driven ComplianceEZ 2.0 for MSPs
Data Protection

Beachhead unveils AI-driven ComplianceEZ 2.0 for MSPs

Beachhead launches ComplianceEZ 2.0 with an AI chatbot, real-time scoring and alerts to help MSPs manage complex cybersecurity compliance.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2026
Integrity boosts UK capacity with Canon varioPRINT iX3200
Hyperscale

Integrity boosts UK capacity with Canon varioPRINT iX3200

Integrity boosts UK output with a Canon varioPRINT iX3200, adding capacity and colour flexibility for its GBP £70m multi-site operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
UK tech showcase targets 6G, IoT & security at MWC
Unified Communications

UK tech showcase targets 6G, IoT & security at MWC

The UK's MWC 2026 pavilion will unite 60 organisations to spotlight 5G, 6G, IoT, satellite innovation and quantum-safe cybersecurity.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
CompTIA launches AI course for frontline help desks
DevOps

CompTIA launches AI course for frontline help desks

CompTIA unveils AI Help Desk Essentials course to train frontline IT support teams in safe, effective use of generative AI chatbots.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Inference-as-a-service is the secret sauce behind a new breed of AI companies
Private Cloud

Inference-as-a-service is the secret sauce behind a new breed of AI companies

Inference-as-a-service is slashing GPU and cloud costs, powering a rapid boom in Australia and New Zealand's next wave of AI innovators.

By Petar Bielovich General Manager - Data and Analytics and Diego Nievas Chief Technology Officer – Managed Services • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Securonix promotes Ajay Biyani to lead APJ strategy
Software-as-a-Service

Securonix promotes Ajay Biyani to lead APJ strategy

Securonix has promoted Ajay Biyani to Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific and Japan, tasking him with spearheading regional growth.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
CIOs brace for AI-led cyber attacks but feel unready
Digital Transformation

CIOs brace for AI-led cyber attacks but feel unready

Most CIOs expect AI-driven cyber attacks within a year, but only a third feel prepared, exposing a widening gap in cyber resilience.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Concentric AI taps Sektor to expand in Australia, NZ
Data Protection

Concentric AI taps Sektor to expand in Australia, NZ

Concentric AI appoints Sektor as preferred distributor to drive AI and data security governance expansion across Australia and New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Check Point boosts AI security push with 2025 surge
Firewalls

Check Point boosts AI security push with 2025 surge

Check Point posts solid 2025 gains, lifts AI security focus for 2026 with Cyata, Cyclops and Rotate deals targeting enterprise demand.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Ecommpay issues free guide to combat rising eCommerce fraud
Multi-factor authentication

Ecommpay issues free guide to combat rising eCommerce fraud

Ecommpay launches a free fraud guide for online retailers as UK payment fraud hits GBP £1.17 billion and AI-driven scams rapidly escalate.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Apricorn gains AS9100 for aerospace-grade USB security
Data Protection

Apricorn gains AS9100 for aerospace-grade USB security

Apricorn wins AS9100 certification, becoming the sole maker of hardware-encrypted USB drives approved to aerospace and defence standards.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026

Stories from Other Regions

Data Security stories

Innovation without infrastructure? The hidden risk in Canada's AI-powered care
Firewalls

Innovation without infrastructure? The hidden risk in Canada's AI-powered care

Canada's AI-led healthcare boom is running on ageing systems, raising cyber risks and outages that threaten the promise of smarter care.

By Shash Anand • 5 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2026
The future of work in 2026: Building the modern workspace
Data Protection

The future of work in 2026: Building the modern workspace

By 2026, modern workspaces will hinge on invisible infrastructure, governed AI and human-centric orchestration to stay competitive.

By Peter McLeavery • 5 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Vodafone trials in-store wellbeing staff for vulnerable customers
Customer Experience

Vodafone trials in-store wellbeing staff for vulnerable customers

Vodafone is piloting in-store Customer Wellbeing Specialists in 12 Australian shops to support vulnerable customers facing complex issues.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Magentus first to sign national AI health software code
Data Protection

Magentus first to sign national AI health software code

Magentus has become the first to sign Australia's new voluntary AI health software code, setting a benchmark for responsible deployment.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Record phone reuse drive aids domestic violence victims
Customer Relationship Management

Record phone reuse drive aids domestic violence victims

A record phone reuse drive in Sydney has readied 1,282 donated mobiles to help domestic violence survivors while cutting e-waste.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026
Australian staff buck global slump in engagement levels
Data Protection

Australian staff buck global slump in engagement levels

Australian employee engagement climbs to 68% against a global slide, with frequent feedback and clear change communication credited.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2026