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Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks
EduTech

Zscaler report reveals rise in global ransomware attacks

Zscaler's 2024 Ransomware Report reveals an 18% global rise in incidents, with a record $75 million ransom linked to the Dark Angels group.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
Cyber safety campaign launched for high school students
EduTech

Cyber safety campaign launched for high school students

The Marketing Syndicate, in partnership with Palo Alto Networks and NSW's Department of Education, launches a cyber safety campaign for high school students.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
New course launched to enhance TPM skills for developers
Data Protection

New course launched to enhance TPM skills for developers

A new course titled 'Trusted Computing 1102: Intermediate TPM Usage' has been launched to enhance the TPM skills of software developers and students.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Lenovo reveals new Chromebook Duet range for education
EduTech

Lenovo reveals new Chromebook Duet range for education

Lenovo has launched its latest Chromebook models, the Duet (11, 9) and Duet EDU G2, blending performance and design for varied user needs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Businesses paying ransomware ransoms doubles in 2024
Data Protection

Businesses paying ransomware ransoms doubles in 2024

Research reveals that businesses paying ransoms due to ransomware attacks has surged to 16.3% in 2024, up from 6.9% the previous year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Google Cloud launches new generative AI learning courses
Data Analytics

Google Cloud launches new generative AI learning courses

Google Cloud plans to launch seven new generative AI courses, addressing the urgent skills gap in the sector as many professionals lack necessary training.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
ESG focus rising among Australia & NZ procurement leaders
EduTech

ESG focus rising among Australia & NZ procurement leaders

A new report reveals that procurement leaders in Australia and New Zealand increasingly recognise Environmental, Social, and Governance factors for strategic growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
FullyRamped secures $2.3m for AI sales training tech
Artificial Intelligence

FullyRamped secures $2.3m for AI sales training tech

FullyRamped has raised USD $2.3 million to enhance its AI role-play technology for sales reps, aiming to transform the training process.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Adobe to invest a whopping $100 million in global AI education
Marketing Technologies

Adobe to invest a whopping $100 million in global AI education

Adobe has launched a global initiative to equip 30 million learners with AI and digital skills by 2030, committing over USD $100 million to support the programme.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
IriusRisk partners with Shostack for threat modelling coaching
Cybersecurity

IriusRisk partners with Shostack for threat modelling coaching

IriusRisk teams up with Shostack + Associates to enhance threat modelling knowledge through tailored coaching sessions for security and development teams.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
As attackers embrace artificial intelligence, every organisation should do these five things
Multi-factor authentication

As attackers embrace artificial intelligence, every organisation should do these five things

As cybercriminals increasingly exploit AI for malicious attacks, organisations must implement vital measures to enhance their cybersecurity postures.

By Derek Manky • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
AI presents opportunities for SMBs, but demands careful execution
Digital Transformation

AI presents opportunities for SMBs, but demands careful execution

Elise Balsillie of Thryv advises small businesses on integrating AI, highlighting data quality and the importance of balancing automation with human interaction.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Education, Learning & Training stories

UK unveils 'One Big Thing' to inspire civil service innovation
Unified Communications

UK unveils 'One Big Thing' to inspire civil service innovation

The UK Government's new 'One Big Thing' initiative aims to inspire innovation among 470,000 civil servants from 14 October 2024 to 14 February 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Exclusive: Australians express rising concern over AI in Cohesity survey
EduTech

Exclusive: Australians express rising concern over AI in Cohesity survey

A new survey by Cohesity reveals that 93% of Australians are increasingly concerned about how AI affects data security, far surpassing worries in the US and UK.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Bitdefender launches AI platform to tackle online scams
EduTech

Bitdefender launches AI platform to tackle online scams

Bitdefender has launched 'Scam Copilot', an AI platform designed to combat online scams, amid concerns over AUD $2.7 billion lost to fraud in Australia.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Australian firms urged to adopt Agile for better efficiency
Unified Communications

Australian firms urged to adopt Agile for better efficiency

New research reveals 54% of Australian businesses have not adopted Agile practices, causing significant communication issues and inefficiencies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024
Kao Data begins £350m data centre project in Stockport
EduTech

Kao Data begins £350m data centre project in Stockport

Kao Data has begun construction on a GBP £350 million data centre in Stockport, set to enhance Greater Manchester's digital infrastructure by 2026.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security
EduTech

Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights collective responsibility for India's digital security

As Cybersecurity Awareness Month arrives, experts warn of a looming 1.5 million shortfall in cybersecurity professionals by 2025 in India, sparking urgent action.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024