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Green Light Worldwide welcomes new NZ senior resource manager Regie Saylo
IT services

Green Light Worldwide welcomes new NZ senior resource manager Regie Saylo

Regie Saylo joins Green Light as senior resource manager for New Zealand, aiming to enhance local recruitment efforts.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Nov 2021
Lack of visibility into user activity increase risk of credential theft and insider threats - CyberArk
Privileged Access Management

Lack of visibility into user activity increase risk of credential theft and insider threats - CyberArk

80% of global organizations have experienced employees misusing or abusing their access to business applications, according to a survey by CyberArk.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Nov 2021
Digital transformation initiatives on the rise as organisations focus on strategic priorities
Digital Transformation

Digital transformation initiatives on the rise as organisations focus on strategic priorities

Global spending on digital transformation is set to reach $2.8 trillion in 2025, doubling the amount allocated in 2020, according to IDC.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Nov 2021
At least nine global organisations compromised by new active cyber-espionage campaign
Health Technologies

At least nine global organisations compromised by new active cyber-espionage campaign

A new active cyber-espionage campaign has compromised global organisations in the defence, education, energy, healthcare and technology sectors.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Nov 2021
Despite rising security budgets, businesses still paying ransom - report
Malware

Despite rising security budgets, businesses still paying ransom - report

The way cybercriminals use and manipulate ransomware in an effort to extract money from businesses has changed.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Nov 2021
Cybersecurity experts weigh in on U.S govt's $10 million reward for info on DarkSide ransomware group
Malware

Cybersecurity experts weigh in on U.S govt's $10 million reward for info on DarkSide ransomware group

DarkSide was the culprit behind the ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline, which saw the company to pay a $4.4 million ransom.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Nov 2021
Hawaiki set to build 22,000 km cable linking APAC to US
Unified Communications

Hawaiki set to build 22,000 km cable linking APAC to US

The cable will link internet traffic between Indonesia, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, and the United States.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Nov 2021
7 in 10 tech employees are considering quitting, survey finds
EduTech

7 in 10 tech employees are considering quitting, survey finds

New study predicts that businesses could lose 7 out of 10 tech employees in the next year, as pandemic reshapes job market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Nov 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from CrowdStrike
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from CrowdStrike

In this interview, we chat with CrowdStrike's Director of the Strategic Advisory Group for APJ, Scott Jarkoff.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Nov 2021
Cybersecurity experts weigh in on BlackMatter ransomware shut down
Malware

Cybersecurity experts weigh in on BlackMatter ransomware shut down

Given the lucrative activity of RaaS we are likely to see them reappear in the near future. The battle against ransomware is far from over.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Nov 2021
Attacks in phishing emails with business, IT and HR focus becoming increasingly dangerous
Phishing

Attacks in phishing emails with business, IT and HR focus becoming increasingly dangerous

Phishing attacks targeting businesses, IT, and HR are increasingly dangerous, warns new research by security firm KnowBe4.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Nov 2021
Cybercriminals increase attacks on vulnerable retailers as global supply chain crisis worsens
Unified Communications

Cybercriminals increase attacks on vulnerable retailers as global supply chain crisis worsens

Cybercriminals are increasing attacks on retailers amid the global supply chain crisis, warns cybersecurity firm Imperva.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Thu, 4th Nov 2021
Sysdig launches DevOps SaaS offering in ANZ region
Software-as-a-Service

Sysdig launches DevOps SaaS offering in ANZ region

Sysdig has launched its Software-as-a-Service offering in Australia and New Zealand, providing local security solutions for containers and Kubernetes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Nov 2021
COVID-19: Proof of vaccination phishing scam hits the web
Phishing

COVID-19: Proof of vaccination phishing scam hits the web

Phishing attacks exploiting COVID-19 vaccine certificates are on the rise, with scammers impersonating national health services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Oct 2021
Stolen data spreading even faster on the dark web - report
Breach Prevention

Stolen data spreading even faster on the dark web - report

Increased volume of data breaches and more avenues for cybercriminals to monetise data has led to increased activity surrounding stolen data on the dark web.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Oct 2021
Apple turns the volume up a notch on AirPods, HomePod mini & Apple Music
Digital Entertainment

Apple turns the volume up a notch on AirPods, HomePod mini & Apple Music

Today's Apple announcements may bring music to Apple fans' ears, with audio taking a huge focus in this month's product announcements.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Oct 2021
Twitter trials new advertising system in tweet conversations
Marketing Technologies

Twitter trials new advertising system in tweet conversations

Twitter tests new ad format, inserting ads under tweet replies, offering more opportunities for businesses and more ad saturation for users.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Oct 2021
Tech start-ups hit by 'illogical' change of R&D funding
Health Technologies

Tech start-ups hit by 'illogical' change of R&D funding

Deep tech firms struggle for cash as changes to R&D funding leave them waiting more than a year, urging urgent government action.

By Emma Hatton, RNZ • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Oct 2021