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Meta says it's building the 'fastest supercomputer in the world'
Storage

Meta says it's building the 'fastest supercomputer in the world'

Meta's AI Research SuperCluster will be used to develop advanced AI in areas such as computer vision, natural language processing and speech recognition.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
2021 a year to remember for blockchain industry - report
Crypto

2021 a year to remember for blockchain industry - report

Blockchain application research firm Huobi Research Institute has released its Global Blockchain Industry Overview and Trends 2021-2022 Annual Report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022
Check Point Research reveals how hackers run token scams and 'Rug Pull' money - and how to avoid them
EduTech

Check Point Research reveals how hackers run token scams and 'Rug Pull' money - and how to avoid them

Scammers are altering smart contracts to create fraudulent tokens and stealing money from unsuspecting individuals, warns Check Point Research.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
The skills all aspiring IT professionals need in 2022
Hybrid & Remote Work

The skills all aspiring IT professionals need in 2022

IT professionals need to prioritize soft skills, upskilling and certification as the industry rapidly evolves in 2022.

By Jon Lang • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Experts weigh in on how to protect yourself against banking scammers
Fintech

Experts weigh in on how to protect yourself against banking scammers

Over 470 people lose $8.5 million in SMS phishing scam; Singapore Police Force impersonators attempt another. Online security is crucial. #cybersecurity.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
Advantage hires new senior cyber security engineer
Hyperscale

Advantage hires new senior cyber security engineer

Advantage has employed the services of Dr Bryce Antony in response to the increasing demand for cybersecurity mitigation strategies.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Jan 2022
The aftermath of Log4j - What can be done to protect businesses?
Open source

The aftermath of Log4j - What can be done to protect businesses?

Last year's Apache Log4j vulnerability created a lot of chaos, so what can be done to protect companies from the security implications?.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022
Global IT company named best employer in Australia and 16 other countries
Human Capital Management

Global IT company named best employer in Australia and 16 other countries

A global internet technology company has taken the top spot as the best employer in Australia and 16 other countries.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022
IoT technology set to help provide safer community housing
Internet of Things

IoT technology set to help provide safer community housing

Tether's IoT tech is helping Auckland housing provider CORT deliver healthier homes to its tenants by monitoring building health factors.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022
Telstra deploys industry-first Ericsson Private 5G for enterprise
Unified Communications

Telstra deploys industry-first Ericsson Private 5G for enterprise

Telstra and Ericsson announce the first-ever deployment of on-premise dedicated 5G network for enterprise. AgriFood Connect to benefit.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022
Zoom's Sydney office pilots 'employee-led' approach to the future of work
Hybrid & Remote Work

Zoom's Sydney office pilots 'employee-led' approach to the future of work

Just 1% of Zoom's workforce wanted to work full time in an office in 2021. Now the company is piloting new 'workstyles' to improve employee satisfaction.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jan 2022
Cryptocurrency trading in NZ below world average, but signs show increased awareness
EduTech

Cryptocurrency trading in NZ below world average, but signs show increased awareness

New Zealand's cryptocurrency usage rate is below the global average, with only 9% of Kiwi adults owning cryptocurrency, finds a new study by Finder.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Hands-on Review: Nanoleaf Lines
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Nanoleaf Lines

If you have read any of my previous reviews, you would know I am a big fan of Nanoleaf and its products. I have their panels and strips all over my house.

By Lama Farhat • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Hands-on Review: Sony WF-C500 earbuds
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Sony WF-C500 earbuds

Sony WF-C500 budget earbuds offer impressive sound quality and premium feel, lacking only in features like ANC and wireless charging.

By Lama Farhat • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Four industries revolutionised by robots
Robotics

Four industries revolutionised by robots

Technology has embedded so deeply in our daily lives that it has become difficult to imagine a time when we lived without the benefits of the information age.

By Matthew Hunter • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Fortinet partners with Telecom Niue to increase network security
Firewalls

Fortinet partners with Telecom Niue to increase network security

Fortinet has provided the island nation of Niue with a range of cybersecurity solutions in an effort to increase network communications among residents.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Hands-on Review: EPOS H3 Pro Hybrid gaming headset
Gaming

Hands-on Review: EPOS H3 Pro Hybrid gaming headset

EPOS goes from strength to strength, unleashing with its top-of-the-range EPOS H3 Pro Hybrid what could just be the ultimate gaming headset.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
Surfshark adds a website safety warning feature to its browser extension
Virtual Private Networks

Surfshark adds a website safety warning feature to its browser extension

Surfshark created website safety warning feature that encourages people to be more mindful about the data they are giving to websites and digital platforms.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jan 2022
Major cryptocurrency losses for SMBs from BlueNoroff threat actor
Crypto

Major cryptocurrency losses for SMBs from BlueNoroff threat actor

Kaspersky experts uncover APT attacks by BlueNoroff, resulting in major cryptocurrency losses for small and medium-sized companies worldwide.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 20th Jan 2022