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Ransomware attacks increasingly target ERP systems
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ransomware
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erp
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cybersecurity
New research by Onapsis finds a 69% rise in enterprises communicating with ransomware actors, highlighting a surge in attacks on ERP applications.
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Nexthink study: BSOD affects 1 in 200 devices daily
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personal computing devices
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hardware
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peripherals
Nexthink's analysis reveals that 1 in 200 devices suffers a daily blue screen of death (BSOD) issue, with nearly half of these crashes being preventable.
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Ransomware causes revenue loss for 47% of UK energy firms
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endpoint protection
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ransomware
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dlp
Nearly half of UK energy firms report revenue loss from ransomware, Bridewell finds, with 45% suffering operational disruptions. Phishing incidents persist, averaging 14 per year.
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Zeller comments on Australia's move to decommission 3G networks
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personal computing devices
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inflation
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connectivity
Australia’s 3G networks will be decommissioned next month, posing potential disruptions for retailers and hospitality businesses that rely on outdated tech.
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How integrating AI and ERP will transform manufacturing
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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supply chain systems
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erp
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ai
Integrating AI with ERP systems is set to transform Australian manufacturing by enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and driving long-term growth, potentially adding up to AUD $315 billion to the economy by 2028.
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CrowdStrike outage fuels rise in phishing scams, experts argue
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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supply chain systems
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ai security
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downtime
Experts are warning of phishing scams exploiting the CrowdStrike Falcon disruption, urging vigilance against fake fixes targeting impacted systems.
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TeamViewer integrates remote tech into Sony BRAVIA displays
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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cleantech
TeamViewer's remote tech now powers Sony BRAVIA displays, boosting maintenance and support efficiencies in key commercial settings like malls and airports.
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AIOps could save energy sector millions says New Relic report
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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downtime
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asia pacific
Energy sector outages are costing over USD $34 million annually, reveals a New Relic report. Enhanced observability and AIOps adoption are key strategies for mitigation.
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Hitachi Vantara & Veeam partner to enhance data protection
Thu, 16th May 2024
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data protection
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storage
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ransomware
Hitachi Vantara partners with Veeam Software to bolster cyber resilience and data protection for businesses, targeting increasing ransomware threats with advanced solutions.
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Australian organisations face surge in ransomware attacks
Wed, 24th Apr 2024
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siem
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ndr
Despite 91% of IT decision-makers in Australia expressing confidence in their cyber risk management, a new report reveals persistent shortcomings in addressing threats, with ransomware attacks and insecure network protocols remaining a major challenge.
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Singapore firms suffer downtime due to fibre network disruption
Mon, 15th Apr 2024
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digital transformation
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iot
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cleantech
Despite 62% of Singaporean firms using cellular connectivity, weekly disruptions in fixed line/fibre networks have caused up to four hours of downtime for 25% of firms over the past year, states a Cradlepoint survey.
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Reveille Software & Court Square Group announce strategic partnership
Fri, 12th Apr 2024
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ecm
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martech
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strategic it
Reveille Software partners with Court Square Group to optimise user experience and efficiency for the life science industry software, RegDocs365, aiming to reduce downtime and swiftly resolve content-related issues.
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Over half of Aussies working digitally after hours, study finds
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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hcm
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study
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downtime
New research by people2people Recruitment reveals that over half of employees feel pressure to work digitally outside regular hours, a trend that threatens work-life balance.
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5G-enabled drones usher in era of smart possibilities
Thu, 28th Mar 2024
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data analytics
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iot
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supply chain systems
1,500 5G-enabled drones commanded a magical spectacle over Marina Bay, heralding a revolution in drone technology offering limitless smart solutions.
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Keepit's cloud backup solution offers rapid ransomware recovery
Fri, 22nd Mar 2024
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ransomware
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business continuity
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webinar
The Keepit SaaS data protection solution, used post cyber-attack, recovers data swiftly and prevents impacts of ransomware attacks.
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Oracle unveils AI-based Smart Operations for supply chain efficacy
Mon, 18th Mar 2024
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supply chain systems
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it in manufacturing
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ai
Oracle has launched its Smart Operations feature, designed to enhance the performance of global supply chains by utilizing AI to increase productivity and visibility across operations.
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Businesses caught underprepared for Active Directory outages, Cayosoft reveals
Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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devops
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apm
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software development
A recent report by Cayosoft shows a lack of preparedness for Active Directory outages, potentially costing companies millions per day and risking severe operational disruption.
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New Relic launches Pathpoint to bolster business observability
Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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martech
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cx
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apm
New Relic introduces Pathpoint, an innovative tool for business observability, merging IT data with commercial results for improved customer experiences.
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Synergy Logistics revolutionises warehouse technology
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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productivity
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downtime
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shipping
Synergy Logistics platform SnapControl offers real-time operational valuations, increasing automation efficiency and productivity in warehouses.
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Software security strains under supply chain complexity, Slim.AI reveals
Fri, 5th Jan 2024
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supply chain systems
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ai
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cybersecurity
Over 40% of firms struggle to tackle vulnerabilities in the rising complexity of software supply chains, despite sizeable resource allocation, says Slim.AI's recent Container Report.