The investigation found that CBA had sent more than 61 million marketing emails to customers The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has been issued a record penalty of $US3.55 million by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) for violating Australia’s spam laws. An ACMA investigation revealed that CBA had…
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Four myths obscuring cybersecurity’s full value
Embracing the Minimum Effective mindset involves taking a return-on-investment-driven approach In a recent report, Gartner, Inc. challenges prevailing notions in cybersecurity and urges Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) to adopt a “Minimum Effective” mindset to enhance the impact of their security programs. The research reveals that several myths surrounding cybersecurity…
Read MoreSingapore MSPs’ adjusting to evolving security challenges
The research involved insights from 500 decision-workers from MSP organizations Barracuda Networks, a leading provider of cloud-first security solutions, has released a new report showcasing how Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in Singapore are adjusting their service offerings to address the changing security landscape. The report, titled “The Evolving Landscape of…
Read MoreBitdefender’s industry-first anomaly detection technology
Tens of thousands of compromised android apps found Bitdefender researchers have recently leveraged their industry-first anomaly detection technology, integrated into Bitdefender Mobile Security, to reveal a concealed malware campaign that had gone undetected on mobile devices globally for over half a year. According to the researchers, this mobile malware has…
Read MoreIntegrating cybersecurity with business outcomes
CISOs embrace a holistic approach In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are stepping up to the plate, going beyond their traditional roles of safeguarding organizations from cyber threats. With a keen eye on business success, CISOs are expanding their expertise to align technology solutions with…
Read MoreThe anatomy of Illuminati scams
The scammers promised various perks to potential recruits Bitdefender Antispam Lab researchers uncovered an ongoing scam campaign involving the so-called ‘Illuminati cabals’ luring gullible individuals into joining their organization in exchange for wealth and a luxurious lifestyle. A recent analysis of the Illuminati spam campaign revealed that the scammers, operating…
Read MoreEmployment opportunities drive mobility across Australia
Mobility across Australia is at its highest point since March 2018 According to the March quarter Regional Movers Index, employment and business opportunities are driving a significant increase in movement between major cities and regional areas in Australia. The index, a collaboration between the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and the…
Read MoreUnified threat management spend to surge
Enterprises are expected to invest more in UTM to address the expanding threat landscape A study conducted by Juniper Research, a renowned cybersecurity research firm, predicts a significant increase in spending on unified threat management (UTM) by enterprises worldwide. The study forecasts a 98 per cent growth in UTM spending…
Read MoreGlobal AI talent race with second commencement
World’s first AI university demonstrates its relevance Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) recently held its second commencement ceremony for the Class of 2023, further strengthening the global AI talent pool and contributing solutions to pressing challenges in health, education, and climate. The ceremony took place at the…
Read MoreHow CISOs can maximize security effectiveness
Four myths obscuring cybersecurity’s full value According to Gartner, there are four common myths that hinder the full value of cybersecurity for enterprises and impede the effectiveness of security programs. Gartner recommends that Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) adopt a “Minimum Effective” mindset to maximize the impact of cybersecurity for…
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