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The six big challenges facing Australian MSPs in 2024
Firewalls

The six big challenges facing Australian MSPs in 2024

Australian managed service providers (MSPs) are grappling with AI integration, cybersecurity threats, compliance, and competition while looking to vendors for support in 2024.

By Matt Caffrey • 6 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
YouTube, the backdrop of a scammer's play
Malware

YouTube, the backdrop of a scammer's play

Cyberattackers are turning to YouTube to spread phishing and malware through sophisticated scams, deceiving users with deepfakes and trusted spokespersons. Stay vigilant.

By Stephen Kho • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Why data still leaks through enterprise DLP solutions
Data Protection

Why data still leaks through enterprise DLP solutions

Despite enterprise DLP solutions, data leaks persist, costing an average of USD $4.45 million per breach. Learn why browser security agents could be the key to plugging security gaps.

By Dakshitaa Babu • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
How Generative AI can be turbocharged with knowledge graphs
Data Analytics

How Generative AI can be turbocharged with knowledge graphs

Generative AI's power is amplified by knowledge graphs, making tools like ChatGPT and Google's Gemini smarter, reducing errors, and combating biases, thus revolutionising industries.

By Peter Philipp • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Protecting data centres against emerging cybersecurity threats
Unified Communications

Protecting data centres against emerging cybersecurity threats

Data centres face rising, sophisticated cyber threats linked to geopolitical strife and financial motives. AI and partnerships are key to their defence.

By Abdul Khader Aslam • 5 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
The challenges in maintaining effective cybersecurity
Multi-factor authentication

The challenges in maintaining effective cybersecurity

Faced with a rapid rise in ransomware and zero-day exploits, 2024 is set to be a landmark year for cybersecurity challenges, demanding robust and proactive IT defences.

By Les Williamson • 6 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
How to navigate the micro-macro dichotomy of GenAI
Customer Experience

How to navigate the micro-macro dichotomy of GenAI

Business leaders must balance generative AI's vast benefits with short-term deployment challenges to navigate its transformative yet complex potential.

By Sharryn Napier • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Fighting back against the growing threat of ransomware
Malware

Fighting back against the growing threat of ransomware

A recent ransomware attack on Southern Water by Black Basta highlights the mounting threat to U.K. critical infrastructure, prompting urgent calls for robust cybersecurity measures.

By Audra Simons • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
72% of business leaders suffer from analysis paralysis - Could AI be the answer?
Unified Communications

72% of business leaders suffer from analysis paralysis - Could AI be the answer?

A startling 72% of business leaders face analysis paralysis due to data overload. Could AI innovations like predictive analytics and chatbots offer a solution?.

By Insightful • 5 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Tech investment can help small businesses stay ahead of impending IR reforms
Risk & Compliance

Tech investment can help small businesses stay ahead of impending IR reforms

With Australia's Closing Loopholes No. 2 Act set to take effect soon, small businesses must adopt tech investments to avert looming compliance challenges and penalties.

By Matt Loop • 4 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Debunking cloud native security risks
Cloud Security

Debunking cloud native security risks

The shift to cloud-native development is revolutionising business operations, but outdated security practices leave these environments vulnerable to modern threats.

By Erin Stephan • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024

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Mastering Mail: Crafting a resilient mail strategy amidst the changing postal landscape
Disruption

Mastering Mail: Crafting a resilient mail strategy amidst the changing postal landscape

As Ofcom hints at reduced letter deliveries, businesses must brace for possible mail disruptions and refine their mailing strategies for resilience.

By David Beirne • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2024
Addressing the IT skills gap in the UK
DevOps

Addressing the IT skills gap in the UK

The UK's IT skills gap is stifling business growth and innovation. With 531,200 vacancy shortages, businesses must act swiftly to bridge this critical divide.

By Manish Naik • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Clicks, customers, and ROI: Harnessing the power of multichannel marketing
Customer Experience

Clicks, customers, and ROI: Harnessing the power of multichannel marketing

In the face of economic uncertainty and global competition, retailers are turning to multichannel marketing to engage customers, boost sales, and enhance ROI.

By Simon Le Grand • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Leveraging loyalty: How are retailers approaching retention in 2024?
Customer Experience

Leveraging loyalty: How are retailers approaching retention in 2024?

Retailers are wrestling with economic pressures and global competition; leveraging loyalty programs has emerged as a crucial strategy to retain customers and boost sales in 2024.

By Karlie Taylor • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Beyond the hype: Taking Gen AI mainstream with next-level automation
Data governance

Beyond the hype: Taking Gen AI mainstream with next-level automation

Generative AI, once a niche term, is now pivotal to automation and business processes, creating substantial value but requiring rigorous data governance.

By Darren Cockerell • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
What happens next after a UK TikTok ban?
YouTube

What happens next after a UK TikTok ban?

Facing a potential TikTok ban, UK businesses and content creators brace for change. Meta may fill the void, but new tech offers fresh opportunities.

By Steven Hubbard • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jun 2024