New GSMA data is a wake-up call

Worrying slow-down in digital Inclusion for women. The expansion of mobile internet access in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is continuing at pace, but risks leaving women further behind, according to new analysis published today by the GSMA. The GSMA Mobile Gender Gap Report 2022 shows that after years of progress towards…

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Coca-Cola Europacific partners Indonesia taps 8×8 CPaaS

8×8 SMS API to ensure mobile app security. “Our customers, including general trade outlets, are the most important and vital part of our business, and we are committed to create the opportunity to provide a fast and a superior service for them, including investing in digital technology. Klik Toko is…

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Data and analytics a driver of employee productivity

Companies investing in productivity and efficiency. As CFOs look for ways to fight inflation’s impact on margins, self-service analytics will be a critical tool for driving employee productivity, according to a survey by Gartner, Inc. In December 2021, Gartner surveyed 400 finance executives and found the most selected combination of…

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Ukraine war has complicated the way cybercriminals launder funds

However, they are adapting. It’s becoming clear that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has complicated the means through which cybercriminals launder funds, but they are adapting. I thought you might be interested in comment from risk intelligence firm Flashpoint, based on discussions analysts have observed in recent months. Sanctions introduced against Russia, coupled with…

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Telstra owes more than A$2.2 million in refunds and penalties

Fined for billing errors. Telstra has refunded customers more than A$1.73 million and paid a A$506,160 infringement notice after it overcharged thousands of customers following investigations by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA). In 2020, the ACMA directed Telstra to comply with billing accuracy obligations after an investigation found it had overcharged more…

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APEC and North American countries establish cross-border privacy rules

Enabling trusted and secure data flows. Singapore has welcomed the establishment of the Global Cross-Border Privacy Rules (CPBR) Forum and the invitation to join as a founding member. Canada, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the Philippines, Singapore, Chinese Taipei, and the United States of America, are current economies participating in…

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Tepid reaction to Australian Government’s recent budget announcement

Cyber data security concerns remain paramount despite funding boost for cyber capabilities. Australia’s technology sector received a fair amount of funding from the Australian Federal Government. The Government planned to make AU$130.1 million over the next four years to help realise its ambition of making Australia a top ten data…

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APAC public safety agencies rely on mission-critical communication

New safety movement driving public safety and enterprise innovation. Public safety agencies across the Asia Pacific are looking at harnessing the technology of video communications to improve their customer service, better manage checks, and to do virtual control. These types of video communications are also essential, during COVID-19 for patrolling…

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