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IoT, AI, blockchain, biometrics – Hitachi Vantara's 10 key trends for 2018

Wed, 6th Dec 2017
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Smart object storage, analytics and AI, and the extension of agile methodologies across the enterprise will all play key roles during the coming year.
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Equinix: 8 predictions for IT in 2018

Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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Equinix highlights the rise of private blockchains, AI's mainstream breakthrough, and IoT's edge computing needs among its eight IT predictions for 2018.
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Malicious cryptocurrency miners shift focus to Google Play

Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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Cryptocurrency miners are spreading beyond computer operating systems and on to Android applications through Google Play.
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Interview: From the surf to the ASX - the foreign exchange company challenging banks

Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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OFX, launched in a Sydney garage by surfers in 1998, is now an ASX-listed leader in overseas money transfers, challenging banks with agile fintech solutions.
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How Bitcoin's blockchain is aiding cybersecurity

Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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Bitcoin defies a unique set of security concerns through innovations and structures which are influencing how cybersecurity will face new threats.
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Blockchain tipped to be top cybersecurity trend in 2018

Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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If cybercriminals are confident that Bitcoin provides a safe mechanism for the payment of ransoms, it indicates just how secure blockchain is.
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IBM announces global payments blockchain solution live in ANZ, Pacific Islands & UK

Tue, 17th Oct 2017
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The solution is run from the IBM Blockchain Platform on Hyperledger Fabric and was built in collaboration with Stellar.org.
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Ransomware market skyrockets 2500% in one year: It's now worth $6m

Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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The ransomware scourge looks set to continue until at least the end of the year, topping what is being called the 'most notorious year on record'.
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The Coinhive cryptocurrency miner - more trouble than it's worth?

Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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Are cryptocurrency miners causing more harm than good? Trustwave's SpiderLabs blocks Coinhive miner, claiming end users are left with no benefits.
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Gemalto & Ledger bring security to finance firms seeking blockchain

Mon, 9th Oct 2017
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Gemalto is focusing its efforts on blockchain and cryptocurrency thanks to a partnership with specialised cryptocurrency security provider Ledger.
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Governments must build availability into services to handle digital transformation - Veeam

Mon, 9th Oct 2017
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TechDay spoke to Veeam's product strategy VP about the necessary digital transformation, data centres, and ransomware.
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Is bitcoin the new alternative investment or a bubble ready to burst?

Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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Bitcoin's market valuation has surged past USD $75bn, stirring debate on its potential as a modern asset or a looming bubble.
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Ethereum Classic & Litecoin cryptocurrencies now available in NZ

Thu, 28th Sep 2017
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Kiwis can now trade Litecoin and Ethereum Classic in NZ dollars via BitPrime, joining Bitcoin, Ripple, and Ethereum in the brokerage's offerings.
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Innovation or irrelevance: The price of digital disruption

Tue, 26th Sep 2017
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Amazon is just the latest guise of the combined business threats of innovation and competition in the marketplace.
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IDC names top 10 fastest growing fintech companies in ANZ

Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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The companies were evaluated across key metrics such as addressable market, customer adoption, investments, chance of survival, and innovation.
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'Banking for blockchain' platform raises AUD$37m in pre-ICO round

Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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Bankera's 'digital bank' will provide traditional banking and investment banking services to the blockchain marketplace including payments and loans.
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Movember Foundation replaces spreadsheets with new financial system

Thu, 14th Sep 2017
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Board International partners with Movember Foundation, replacing spreadsheets and manual processes with performance management software.
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Xero partners with blockchain-based international payments provider Veem

Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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Xero teams up with Veem for streamlined blockchain-enhanced global payments, promising ease and efficiency for SMEs engaged in international trade.
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Diamond-backed cryptocurrency Sparkle Coin to launch token sale

Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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By backing Sparkle Coin with diamonds, early adopters have a safety net for their participation in cryptocurrency.
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Data sharing, collaboration key to financial services security

Wed, 6th Sep 2017
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Financial services firms must remain vigilant and prioritize their security programmes, according to new guidance from Aleron.