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AI fuels rise in complex social engineering attacks worldwide

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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AI is driving a rise in complex social engineering attacks, with 41% of organisations facing more cyberattacks and many ill-prepared to defend against them.
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Turnitin updates tool to detect AI bypassers & humanised text

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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Turnitin has updated its AI detection tools to identify AI-generated and humanised text, helping educators uphold academic integrity amid rising misuse.
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Cognizant sets world record with global AI hackathon & 53,199 staff

Sat, 23rd Aug 2025
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Cognizant set a GUINNESS WORLD RECORD with 53,199 staff in a global AI hackathon, creating over 30,600 ideas to boost innovation and AI skills.
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Jen Easterly joins Huntress as adviser amid USD $1.5bn expansion

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Jen Easterly, former US cybersecurity chief, joins Huntress advisory board as firm expands with USD $1.5bn valuation and boosts AI cyber defence services.
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Hexaware launches Agentic AI Academy to upskill global workforce

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Hexaware has launched the Agentic AI Academy with upGrad Enterprise to upskill staff in autonomous AI, preparing them for the future of intelligent enterprise systems.
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Agentic AI is Australia's unrealised productivity lever

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Australia's productivity lags despite longer work hours; adopting agentic AI could boost the economy by over AUD $116 billion in the next decade.
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Adaptiv appoints Nikolai Blackie CTO to drive AI & growth

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Adaptiv has named co-founder Nikolai Blackie as CTO to lead AI-driven growth and expand its data integration services across Australasia.
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Accenture to acquire CyberCX, boosting Asia Pacific security

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Accenture will acquire CyberCX, an Asia Pacific cybersecurity firm with 1,400 staff, to expand its security services and client reach in the region.
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Chris Teeling named Chief Executive Officer of Arlo Software

Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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Chris Teeling has been appointed CEO of Arlo Software, leading its global expansion from the Petone headquarters in Wellington.
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KnowBe4, Microsoft add real-time security to Edge for Business

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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KnowBe4 and Microsoft have integrated SecurityCoach with Edge for Business to provide real-time security guidance and curb risky online behaviours in the browser.
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Cyber attackers use AI to automate exploits & sell deepfakes

Fri, 18th Jul 2025
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Cyber attackers now exploit AI to automate vulnerability scans and sell realistic deepfakes, boosting the scale and sophistication of cybercrime worldwide.
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Internal-themed phishing emails drive sharp rise in staff clicks

Fri, 18th Jul 2025
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KnowBe4's Q2 2025 report reveals a sharp rise in staff clicking on phishing emails disguised as internal HR or IT messages, highlighting ongoing security challenges.
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KnowBe4 named a top workplace for 2025 in cybersecurity sector

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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KnowBe4 has been named a 2025 Top Workplaces Industry winner by Energage, recognised for its supportive culture in the cybersecurity sector.
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CEH Hall of Fame 2025 report shows ethical hackers impact

Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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EC-Council's CEH Hall of Fame 2025 report reveals how ethical hackers worldwide boost careers, salaries, and security expertise amid rising cyber threats.
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Why human vigilance is now more critical than ever

Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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AI amplifies cyber threats, making human vigilance more vital than ever as companies face sophisticated phishing and deepfake attacks.
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Trend Micro invests in Pacific as regional cybersecurity surges

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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Trend Micro boosts its Pacific Islands investment after 150% growth, aiming to triple revenue by 2027 amid rising regional cybersecurity demands.
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Exclusive: Lumify warns AI readiness must catch up to enterprise adoption

Mon, 7th Jul 2025
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Amid a surge in digital transformation, ANZ companies are rapidly upskilling staff in cybersecurity and AI, adopting hybrid training to meet evolving tech demands.
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Network for Learning upgrades Wi-Fi in over 1,700 NZ schools

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Network for Learning has upgraded Wi-Fi in over 1,700 New Zealand schools, enhancing internet speed and reliability for digital learning nationwide.
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CoachHub launches global AI coaching tool AIMY for tailored professional growth

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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CoachHub has launched AIMY, a global AI coaching tool providing tailored, continuous professional development for employees at all levels worldwide.
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Ransomware threats surge as phishing grows, damages may hit $275 billion

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Ransomware attacks via phishing have surged 57.7%, with damages expected to hit $275 billion by 2031, urging firms to bolster human defences now.