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Yamaha acquires Robotics Plus for precision agriculture push

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Yamaha Motor has agreed to acquire Robotics Plus, launching Yamaha Agriculture to enhance precision farming with autonomous equipment and AI-driven solutions.
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Cyber incidents in IT sector surge, says Kaspersky report

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Kaspersky's latest report reveals a shift in high-severity cyber incidents in 2024, with IT facing the most crises, while government cases decline significantly.
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Cybersecurity expert calls for shift to data-centric defence

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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As cyber threats surge, Simon Pamplin of Certes calls for a radical shift to data-centric security, emphasising the inadequacy of traditional defence models.
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Insurance executives see opportunity in $1.8 trillion gap

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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A recent survey reveals that 79% of insurance executives feel a moral duty to address the USD $1.8 trillion global protection gap, viewing it as a key business opportunity.
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Dragos report reveals rise in industrial cyber threats

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Dragos has reported an alarming 87% rise in ransomware attacks on industrial organisations, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in operational technology and infrastructure.
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ACE & PD Training to develop NZ IT leaders' soft skills

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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ACE has partnered with PD Training to elevate soft skills development for IT leaders in New Zealand, addressing critical gaps identified in recent surveys.
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Leaders stress action for gender equality ahead of International Women's Day

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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As International Women's Day approaches, leaders stress the urgent need to accelerate action towards gender equality, warning it may take until 2158 to achieve parity.
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Cisco & NVIDIA join forces to boost AI data centres

Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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Cisco and NVIDIA have teamed up to create an AI-ready architecture for data centre networks, promising enhanced flexibility and performance for enterprises.
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SquareX appoints John Carse as new Field CISO expert

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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SquareX has appointed John Carse as Field Chief Information Security Officer, enhancing its commitment to innovative browser security solutions.
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HITRUST report shows improved outcomes for 2025 with AI

Mon, 24th Feb 2025
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The latest HITRUST Trust Report reveals a drop in cyber incident rates to 0.59% in 2024, highlighting the efficacy of certification in enhancing security outcomes.
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Peter Alexander named new CMO at Barracuda Networks

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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Barracuda Networks has appointed Peter Alexander as Chief Marketing Officer to lead its market growth strategy and enhance cybersecurity solutions amid rising demand.
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Nozomi Networks named leader in CPS protection by Gartner

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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Nozomi Networks has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, underscoring its prominence in cyber-physical systems security.
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Nozomi Networks named Leader in Gartner's 2025 Quadrant

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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Nozomi Networks has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPS Protection Platforms, marking a significant achievement in cyber-physical security.
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Veeam adds Hyper-V support to data platform premium edition

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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Veeam Software has unveiled orchestration features for Microsoft Hyper-V within its Data Platform Premium, enhancing disaster recovery and migration processes.
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Multicloud reshapes cloud strategies in Australia & NZ

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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digital transformation
Research from Forrester reveals that 90% of Australian firms are embracing multicloud strategies to optimise their cloud investments amid economic challenges.
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LRN report reveals gaps in global ethics programmes

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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LRN Corporation has unveiled its 2025 Ethics and Compliance Program Effectiveness Report, revealing significant discrepancies in global compliance efforts.
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CDC secures AUD $17 billion valuation in ownership deal

Tue, 18th Feb 2025
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A landmark ownership deal has secured CDC's AUD $17 billion valuation, ensuring its sovereign status while enabling significant growth in data centre operations.
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How purpose-built AI transforms CX strategies

Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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Advanced AI technology is revolutionising customer experience strategies, enabling organisations to tailor services and boost efficiency in competitive markets.
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Barracuda reports fourfold rise in ransomware threats 2024

Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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A report by Barracuda Networks reveals a staggering fourfold rise in ransomware threats in 2024, driven by the proliferation of Ransomware-as-a-Service platforms.
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Safety first: Leading partners adopt NVIDIA Cybersecurity AI to safeguard critical infrastructure

Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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Leading partners are leveraging NVIDIA's cybersecurity AI to bolster protection for critical infrastructure, confronting emerging AI-era threats head-on.