Opinion stories - Page 229
Six practical steps you can take to avoid being hit by another WannaCry
Wed, 14th Jun 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
You don't hand the keys to the car, the liquor cabinet & the gun rack to a 16 year old. If all users have blanket local admin access it's just as bad.
How education can avoid being the next hacking target
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
US tech firm offers crucial cyber security tips for educational institutions facing rising threats, urging a balance between connectivity and protection.
Phonics more important than ever in a digital age
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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massey university
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digital literacy
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opinion
Massey University children's literacy specialist Tom Nicholson discusses how spelling is even more relevant in a digital age than ever before.
Botnets are being overshadowed by ransomware - in the media, at least
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
Botnets not only harm the owners of infected computers, but others too – they can send out spam, distributing a range of scams or even ransomware.
Disrupt or be disrupted - Gartner
Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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disruption
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opinion
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analyst report
Gartner reveals disruptors like Amazon and Uber outpace traditional tech firms, urging a rethink of business models for sustained growth.
Gender inequality: Narrowing the gender gap through flexible working
Thu, 8th Jun 2017
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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opinion
Women, during their child bearing years (25-44) earn up to 40% less than men in the same age group, regardless of whether they have children or not.
The 5 essential pillars of big data GDPR compliance
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Almost exactly one year from today, on May 25, 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into effect in the European Union.
Here's why WannaCry might be the tip of the iceberg
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Much ink is still being expended trying to determine who was responsible for WannaCry and what their motives were. But there's a bigger lesson here.
Financial services cybersecurity pain points security providers must consider
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
It is now paramount for financial services organisations to implement an architecture and strategy that has the capacity to support global trends.
Separating fintech noise from reality - Gartner
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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uc
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fintech
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contact centre
Gartner demystifies the fintech buzz, aiding banks to sift the hype from transformative potential in finance tech.
Kiwis - too relaxed about cybercrime? Palo Alto tech ramps up NZ cybersecurity
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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cybersecurity
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nsp
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opinion
Palo Alto's tech boosts New Zealand's cyber defences as Kiwi businesses confront alarming cybercrime complacency.
How to achieve a DevOps best practice in your organisation
Tue, 6th Jun 2017
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devops
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apm
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lcnc
Organisations globally are turning to DevOps to address the increasing pressure to deliver higher quality apps within a shorter period of time.
Meeting the challenges of big data in the modern data centre
Tue, 6th Jun 2017
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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martech
We're in the midst of a communications revolution where enterprise data centre networks must keep pace with ever increasing capacity demands.
Security - It really is all or nothing if you want to know the enemy
Tue, 6th Jun 2017
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ddos
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity spending is set to reach $90bn in 2017 as businesses shift focus to detection and response capabilities.
AT&T MD for ANZ: 'Take advantage of SDN and NFV to be more responsive in Asia'
Mon, 5th Jun 2017
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ddos
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network infrastructure
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sdn
AT&T managing director for ANZ talks about how businesses can compete with speed and efficiency in fast-changing Asia.
Take advantage of network function virtualisation & be more responsive in Asia
Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
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virtualisation
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ddos
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network infrastructure
Revolutionise your Asia business network with the resilience and adaptability of NFV and SDN, and outpace the competition.
Technology can help schools communicate in an emergency
Thu, 1st Jun 2017
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sms
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whispir
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mobile apps
Technology can help educators meet standard operating procedures swiftly and effectively, cutting down response times.
Digital tech - the answer to Aussie healthcare's biggest ailments?
Wed, 31st May 2017
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healthtech
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opinion
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hatchd
The popularity of telehealth has been rising steadily as a viable option for medical consultation and diagnosis.
The new-age CEO: three steps to effective digital leadership
Wed, 31st May 2017
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digital transformation
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leadership
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opinion
Given the pace that digital innovation is disrupting industries, it's not surprising that digital enablement is quickly becoming a top CEO priority.
The three types of employees that can cause a data breach
Mon, 29th May 2017
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malware
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edutech
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breach prevention
More and more companies are realizing that trusted & trained employees can also pose an enormous threat. We have identified three types of employees.