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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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Number of malicious emails soars 85% from previous quarter

Fri, 27th Oct 2017
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Proofpoint has released the findings from its massive Quarterly Threat Report – some of which are astonishing.
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Kaspersky CEO rubbishes 'false' allegations of hacking from US media

Fri, 27th Oct 2017
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It was only weeks ago when the US Government had been hacked again and blamed Kaspersky Labs - the cybersecurity company's CEO says they're false.
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Experts weigh in on 'Bad Rabbit', the potential next WannaCry​

Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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Ever heard of Bad Rabbit? It's the newest form of ransomware causing havoc in Eastern Europe that could be coming your way soon.
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New study shows Office 365 use surging, along with security concerns

Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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Office 365's adoption among businesses is booming, but security concerns, particularly ransomware, remain high, per Barracuda Networks' latest study.
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New research prompts businesses to get ready for 'EoT'

Mon, 23rd Oct 2017
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In addition to its almost infinite opportunities, BlackBerry asserts the Enterprise of Things (EoT) comes with a host of security risks.
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74% of CISOs say cybersecurity hinders productivity & innovation

Mon, 23rd Oct 2017
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An independent survey of 500 CISOs found cybersecurity is causing frustration with users reporting it's disrupting productivity and innovation.
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The 'treacherous 12': Top threats to cloud computing revealed

Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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cloud services
The most prominent threats to cloud computing have been identified in a comprehensive report from the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA).
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Disruptive report reveals mass cloud adoption more hype than reality

Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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Nutanix has released findings from its report that shows many businesses aren't getting the benefits they thought they would from cloud adoption.
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Ghana's oldest ISP turns 20, says bright times ahead for IT in Africa

Tue, 17th Oct 2017
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AfricaOnline says they will continue to invest in Africa's digital economy thereby continuing their journey together into the digital world.
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Not again… Expert discusses potential SECOND Equifax breach

Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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It was only weeks ago that one of the single largest data breaches in history was announced - now Equifax may have been hacked again.
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Expert provides vital security tips for cloud-connected businesses

Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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A technologist from Node4 shares his insights on the rise of cybercrime and the basic questions businesses need to answer to protect themselves.
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eCommerce apps - Worth the expense or a waste of time?

Mon, 16th Oct 2017
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The eCommerce market in South Africa will amount to US$2.7 billion in 2017 with an annual expected growth rate of 14.2%.
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Survey shows companies with best tech also have best customer experience

Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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A new survey has revealed a clear connection between customer experience and technology adoption - but human capital is still very important.
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Hacking of national security projects highlights importance of patching

Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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The recent release of the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) 2017 report revealed a small breach – with massive implications.
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Expert opinion: From Grassroots to the cloud – is there a solution?

Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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VeloCloud's Mike Wood argues the enterprise market cannot reap the full benefits of cloud migration without big advances.
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Cybersecurity still not top priority despite 85% businesses being breached

Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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​Recent research reveals that cybersecurity is still taking a backseat despite the vast majority of businesses experiencing a breach in recent times.
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Expert says Germany's 'hack back' proposal is a slippery slope

Mon, 9th Oct 2017
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German intelligence has urged to be granted legal authority to 'hack back' in the event of international cyberattacks - is it the right idea though?.
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How North Korea's nuclear aggression masks a deeper threat

Mon, 9th Oct 2017
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According to Carbon Black's national security strategist, the rogue nation has been carrying out a stealth campaign that threatens even worse mayhem.
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Russian hackers steal from US government again – expert says US at fault

Fri, 6th Oct 2017
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Piers Wilson says that in some ways, it is genuinely shocking that the NSA has allowed a contractor to expose vital US cyber-defence data like this.