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XR adoption remains slow despite Apple & Meta's efforts
Digital Transformation

XR adoption remains slow despite Apple & Meta's efforts

Despite hefty investments from Apple and Meta, a Forrester report reveals slow XR adoption, with only 35% of informed leaders deploying the technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
DDoS attacks surge by 550% in 2024 due to AI & tensions
Unified Communications

DDoS attacks surge by 550% in 2024 due to AI & tensions

DDoS attacks soared by 550% in 2024, primarily fuelled by geopolitical tensions and AI advancements, with the EMEA region bearing the brunt of incidents.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Zscaler launches asset exposure tool to tackle cyber risks
Digital Transformation

Zscaler launches asset exposure tool to tackle cyber risks

Zscaler has unveiled its Asset Exposure Management tool, enhancing organisations' asset risk management within its Continuous Threat Exposure Management framework.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Australia ranks fourth in global cybersecurity attack list
IoT Security

Australia ranks fourth in global cybersecurity attack list

Australia has climbed to fourth place globally for cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, as a report reveals a surge in diverse threats targeting various sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
MongoDB acquires Voyage AI to boost data retrieval accuracy
Artificial Intelligence

MongoDB acquires Voyage AI to boost data retrieval accuracy

MongoDB has acquired Voyage AI, enhancing its data retrieval capabilities for AI applications, crucial for sectors like healthcare and finance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Logic launches Google certified interactive flat panels
EduTech

Logic launches Google certified interactive flat panels

LOGIC has unveiled its HX Series Interactive Flat Panels, certified by Google EDLA, promising to transform engagement in education, business and healthcare.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Why Digital Customer Experience Will Define Business Success in 2025
Data Analytics

Why Digital Customer Experience Will Define Business Success in 2025

In 2025, the digital customer experience will be crucial for organisational success, as over 70% of APAC consumers may switch brands after a poor interaction.

By Rob Newell • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Massive botnet targets Microsoft 365 with stealth attacks
EduTech

Massive botnet targets Microsoft 365 with stealth attacks

A newly discovered botnet, consisting of over 130,000 compromised devices, is targeting Microsoft 365 accounts with password spraying attacks, linked to China-based actors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
DDoS attacks soar by 82% due to AI & IoT usage in 2024
Software-as-a-Service

DDoS attacks soar by 82% due to AI & IoT usage in 2024

A report by Zayo Group reveals an 82% surge in DDoS attacks from 2023 to 2024, escalating from 90,000 to 165,000 incidents due to AI and IoT advancements.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Opportunities rise for UK firms in Northeast Asia's cyber market
Digital Transformation

Opportunities rise for UK firms in Northeast Asia's cyber market

UK tech firms are seizing opportunities in Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan's booming cybersecurity markets, projected to reach GBP £6.2 billion by 2027.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
FBI & CISA warn of Ghost ransomware threats worldwide
Malware

FBI & CISA warn of Ghost ransomware threats worldwide

The FBI and CISA have alerted organisations to increased cyber threats from China's Ghost ransomware group, affecting over 70 countries through outdated software.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Exclusive: How Babeltext is transforming voter engagement in Australia
Hyperscale

Exclusive: How Babeltext is transforming voter engagement in Australia

Babeltext is revolutionising voter engagement in Australia by providing multilingual communication, ensuring voters understand policies in their preferred languages.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Exclusive: Temus' vision for digital healthcare transformation in Singapore
Digital Transformation

Exclusive: Temus' vision for digital healthcare transformation in Singapore

Temus is set to transform Singapore's digital healthcare landscape, driven by Managing Director Kitty Lee's vision and commitment to local talent development.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Malaysia's digital economy driven by AI & cybersecurity
Ransomware

Malaysia's digital economy driven by AI & cybersecurity

Georg Chmiel, Chairman of Chmiel Global Advisory, has highlighted AI and cybersecurity as vital to Malaysia's digital economy, projected to hit 25.5% of GDP by 2025.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Malaysia invests in AI & cybersecurity for digital growth
Digital Transformation

Malaysia invests in AI & cybersecurity for digital growth

Malaysia is emerging as a digital economy leader in Southeast Asia, with investments in AI and cybersecurity expected to boost its GDP contribution to 25.5% by 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Key tech trends shaping mobile workforce by 2025
Cybersecurity

Key tech trends shaping mobile workforce by 2025

A global mobility and IoT management firm is forecasting key technological trends that will reshape mobile workforce management by 2025, emphasising efficiency and security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Telstra Health launches AI tool to reduce GP admin burden
Data Protection

Telstra Health launches AI tool to reduce GP admin burden

Telstra Health has unveiled Smart Scribe, an AI tool designed to streamline clinical note-taking for GPs, amid rising concerns over administrative burdens in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025