British Telecommunications (BT) stories - Page 4

NZ's cyber-front tackles evolving threats: Insights on non-malware attacks, innovative defenses like Palo Alto's tech, and data breach laws.

At 31c0n, BT’s Bryan K Fite emphasised the crucial unity of IT and OT for robust security, likening it to a “big barbecue” of collaboration.

Human error emerges as the key player behind data breaches, as BT unveils 60% are employee mishaps, not cybercrime.

Half of IT decision makers have no real strategy to protect against digital crime even though 94% are aware of it. Instead, they feel constrained.

BT strides into NZ with Asnet for advanced communication solutions, enhancing global links and collaboration for local businesses.

Behavioural Targeting (BT) revolutionises online marketing by enabling advertisers to precisely reach target audiences, but raises significant privacy concerns.

Richard Hooper, former Ofcom deputy chair, challenges NZ’s telco regulation approach; advises harmony among agencies and advocates for dark fibre access.