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New Zealand’s critical infrastructure vulnerable to cyber attacks
Software-as-a-Service

New Zealand’s critical infrastructure vulnerable to cyber attacks

Banks and public services face rising disruption as attackers eye energy and water networks, with millions already lost to cyber incidents.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 16th Sep 2021

Global Stories

Olympic Games stories

Intel using AI to scout Olympic talent in rural regions
Artificial Intelligence

Intel using AI to scout Olympic talent in rural regions

Intel is using AI to scout potential Olympic stars in rural areas, aiming to identify talent and reduce traditional scouting constraints in the lead-up to the 2024 Games.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
Paris 2024 Olympics face rising cybersecurity threats reports suggest
Firewalls

Paris 2024 Olympics face rising cybersecurity threats reports suggest

As the 2024 Paris Olympics approach, Palo Alto Networks warns of heightened cybersecurity threats, urging enterprises to adopt robust security measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2024
Alibaba Cloud & OBS launch OBS Cloud 3.0 for the Paris 2024 Games
Artificial Intelligence

Alibaba Cloud & OBS launch OBS Cloud 3.0 for the Paris 2024 Games

Alibaba Cloud and Olympic Broadcasting Services unveil OBS Cloud 3.0 for Paris 2024, enabling AI-driven live cloud broadcasting for the first time in Olympic history.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Jul 2024
BlackBerry cyber report reveals 3.1 million attacks in Q1 2024
Malware

BlackBerry cyber report reveals 3.1 million attacks in Q1 2024

BlackBerry's latest report reveals alarming rise in malware, with 3.1 million cyberattacks thwarted from Jan to Mar 2024—critical infrastructure, especially finance, severely hit.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Bitdefender warns of rising scams targeting 2024 Paris Olympics
Physical Security

Bitdefender warns of rising scams targeting 2024 Paris Olympics

Bitdefender uncovers scams targeting the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, threatening spectators globally with fake giveaways to steal personal data and money.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Alibaba tests AI-enhanced replays for Paris 2024 Olympics
Artificial Intelligence

Alibaba tests AI-enhanced replays for Paris 2024 Olympics

Alibaba Cloud and Olympic Broadcasting Services are testing an AI-enhanced multi-camera replay service in Shanghai, preparing for Paris 2024 to revolutionise sports broadcasting.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 20th May 2024
Adopt the Olympic mindset for business success says Galea
Partner Programmes

Adopt the Olympic mindset for business success says Galea

As the 2024 Paris Olympics loom, life coach Jacob Galea reveals how adopting an Olympic mindset can drive transformational growth in the professional world.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Alibaba Cloud to support operational efficiency at Gangwon 2024 Games
Digital Transformation

Alibaba Cloud to support operational efficiency at Gangwon 2024 Games

Alibaba Cloud joins forces with the Winter Youth Olympic Games, set for Gangwon 2024, bestowing tech-infused operational efficiency, maximised fan engagement, and pioneering technology opportunities for global sporting events.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2024
Boosting Olympic Costs' Estimates With Data Analytics
Data Analytics

Boosting Olympic Costs' Estimates With Data Analytics

Major infrastructure projects frequently exceed initial cost estimates, but it is possible to develop and evolve, cost estimates with greater accuracy.

By Frank Prestipino • 4 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2023
Alibaba cloud will help broadcast the Olympic Winter Games 2022
Cloud Services

Alibaba cloud will help broadcast the Olympic Winter Games 2022

In collaboration with the Olympic Broadcasting Services, Alibaba's cloud technologies will be utilised during the Olympic Winter Games, Beijing 2022.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Feb 2022

Stories from Other Regions

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Atos drives digital transformation at Winter EYOF 2025
Digital Transformation

Atos drives digital transformation at Winter EYOF 2025

Atos showcased innovative digital solutions at the Winter European Youth Olympic Festival, enhancing media engagement and fan interaction across Europe.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
What cyber lessons can be learned from the Paris Olympics?
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

What cyber lessons can be learned from the Paris Olympics?

Australia gears up for future events, learning cybersecurity lessons from Paris 2024. Despite fewer successful attacks, unsecure partners and fraudulent sites pose challenges.

By Adrian Covich • 5 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
ST Engineering wins contract for new train information system in QLD
Digital Entertainment

ST Engineering wins contract for new train information system in QLD

ST Engineering to supply its advanced AGIL Passenger Information System for 65 new six-car trains in Queensland, enhancing travel ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
Digital Barriers partners with Sonic for advanced surveillance solutions
Olympic Games

Digital Barriers partners with Sonic for advanced surveillance solutions

Digital Barriers and Sonic Communications partner to deliver advanced live surveillance solutions to law enforcement, enhancing secure video connectivity via cellular networks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
The 2024 Olympics' unseen cyber competition
Malware

The 2024 Olympics' unseen cyber competition

As the world watches the Paris 2024 Olympics, Australian firms face a cyber onslaught. The Tokyo Games saw 450 million breaches; Paris could see tenfold.

By Chaim Mazal • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Australian Olympic sailors to sport eco-friendly wetsuits in 2024
Clean technologies

Australian Olympic sailors to sport eco-friendly wetsuits in 2024

The Australian Olympic sailing team for 2024 will sport the world's first high-performance, eco-friendly wetsuits, slashing CO2 emissions by 80%, courtesy of Sydney's Zhik.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024