Opinion stories - Page 124
New wave of ransomware could put utilities at risk
Wed, 13th Sep 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
ICS attacks could shut down critical operational systems, damage or destroy physical equipment and threaten human safety.
Expert spells out how businesses can 'block the spears'
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
There is no doubt about it, but spear-phishing is big business in 2017 - Menlo Security's Jason Steer explains how businesses can protect themselves.
Measure and mitigate risk to build a comprehensive cyber defense
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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ddos
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network infrastructure
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sdn
It is helpful to think of cybersecurity risk as a three-dimensional concept: a function of threat, vulnerability and consequence.
Artificial Intelligence makes anti-malware solutions more effective
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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ai
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cybersecurity
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opinion
CylancePROTECT achieves highest malware prevention efficacy in iT-CUBE Systems' endpoint security solutions test.
Gartner debunks 5 myths surrounding the AI hype
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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digital transformation
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ai
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opinion
Innovation leaders must walk a fine line between embracing and overplaying AI technologies' role in delivering business value.
Immediate payments: The fraud threats and solutions
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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opinion
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fraud
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experian
With immediate payments coming to Australia later this year, local banks and credit lenders need to be increasingly aware of the heightened risks.
Gartner: Just what is the edge and who defines it?
Sat, 9th Sep 2017
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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sdn
Gartner illuminates the fierce scramble defining the 'edge' in tech, with big players vying to shape its future.
Exclusive: AT&T president talks 4 keys to unlocking inclusive smart cities
Fri, 8th Sep 2017
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smart cities
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iot
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at&t
Chris Penrose says there are four keys to unlocking smart cities to advance more positive outcomes for residents.
What's up with Your mobile apps? Identifying and mitigating digital risk
Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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cybersecurity
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apps
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cloud services
I'll venture to guess you're using a mobile device to read this - while mobile apps offer a host of new opportunities, they also introduce risk.
Why cybersecurity must address ICT staff efficiency
Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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menlo security
How does a fresh approach to cyber security enable better efficiency from the ICT staff who are overwhelmed with the current security situation?.
One step ahead: Safeguarding your business from the top down
Mon, 4th Sep 2017
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breach prevention
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ai
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cybersecurity
Mitigation plans against cyber attacks fail due to a lack of support from the board. But if the board starts leading the charge, they will succeed.
Building a digital business platform starts with APIs - Gartner
Mon, 4th Sep 2017
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api
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healthtech
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digital strategy
Gartner insights reveal APIs as crucial for digital platform success, fostering new business models and ecosystems.
Are we letting the data race cloud our judgement?
Mon, 4th Sep 2017
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
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martech
It's a question that has been doing the rounds seemingly forever – how do we keep costs down while keeping our data secure?.
Enterprise security: The hidden perils of 'unguarded talk'
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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micro focus
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enterprise security
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opinion
Some users will share information that seems innocuous, yet can be used by attackers in social engineering attacks. Here are some common examples.
Once prominent infection method now declining - short blip or for good?
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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software development
An expert from Digital Shadows dissects the once prominent method of infection known as exploit kits and whether they remain a threat.
Learn how to learn, find global opportunities - Xero CEO
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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uc
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fintech
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financial systems
Xero CEO Rod Drury inspires Hawke's Bay youths with tales of tech hub potential and the power of continuous learning.
Find your superpower - pro entrepreneurship tips from MYOB
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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fintech
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financial systems
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myob
MYOB asks Masters of Entrepreneurship lecturers - what's the biggest lesson you've learnt about entrepreneurship?.
It's all fun and games in the sharing economy, until the taxes aren't done
Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
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fintech
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financial systems
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tax
The IRD is cracking down on undeclared income and it's very easy for them to see what services a company is offering online.
The Dark Web: Is your company at risk?
Thu, 27th Jul 2017
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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opinion
Not only is information on a company's assets available, but information about new techniques to compromise targets is for sale on the dark web.
Security expert shares tips to help SMEs fight off cyber attacks
Fri, 21st Jul 2017
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cybersecurity
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carbon black
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opinion
With high-profile firms in the headlines, does it mean that SMEs face even greater risk? And if it does, what can the smaller entities do about it?.