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COVID-19 stories - Page 10

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Korean Air moves entire IT infrastructure to AWS
Fri, 1st Oct 2021
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Korean Air has migrated its entire IT infrastructure to Amazon Web Services three years after announcing plans for cloud migration in 2018.
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Kaspersky explores how SMBs survived the initial outbreak of COVID-19
Fri, 24th Sep 2021
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One in three SMBs have launched new products during the pandemic, highlighting their ability to effectively survive in a crisis, according to a Kaspersky study.
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Veritas: The time has come to address COVID-19 related security gaps
Wed, 22nd Sep 2021
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COVID-19 driven IT transformation leaves ransomware vulnerabilities for another two years, says Veritas report. Cloud environments most at risk.
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COVID-19 pandemic leads to surge in upskilling, study shows
Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
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COVID-19 and remote work have highlighted skills gaps and the need for upskilling, according to Pluralsight's new report.
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Rushed cloud migration leaves Kiwi businesses open to cyber attacks
Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
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One in ten businesses are vulnerable after COVID-19 accelerated cloud migration, according to new research from Kordia’s specialist cloud consultancy, EMRGE.
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Australasian tech company's new scheme incentivises staff to get vaccinated
Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
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Australasian technology company UCG has announced a new scheme to incentivise workers and delivery partners across New Zealand and Australia to get vaccinated.
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Hybrid work is here to stay but security concerns are high - report
Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
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Survey of 1,500 business leaders and 1,500 general employees from 10 countries to better understand how companies are preparing for new hybrid workplaces.
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Smartphone shipments on the rise, thanks to 5G
Wed, 1st Sep 2021
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Global smartphone shipments are set to grow by 7.4% in 2021, driven by recovery in emerging markets, according to IDC.
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Planning for the next catastrophe: Disaster Recovery during COVID-19
Fri, 27th Aug 2021
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COVID-19 has highlighted the need for effective Disaster Recovery plans in the IT landscape, says Andrew Cruise from Routed.
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COVID-19 themed malware and credential theft campaigns make a resurgence as Delta variant spreads
Fri, 27th Aug 2021
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Proofpoint has observed high volumes of COVID-19 themed threats distributing malware and credential theft campaigns.
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Future of SecOps in the face of unprecedented workforce transformation - report
Wed, 25th Aug 2021
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CyberRes has found the increased adoption of advanced security technologies is primarily driven by an expanding attack surface caused by COVID-19.
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Online security a concern as screen addiction surges during COVID-19 lockdown
Wed, 25th Aug 2021
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COVID-19 is fueling screen addiction among New Zealanders, with 36% admitting they are hooked, according to NortonLifeLock's global study.
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Artificial intelligence firm Ambit begins investment round
Tue, 24th Aug 2021
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The raise is intended to capitalise on trends accelerated by COVID-19, including the rapid adoption of messaging by consumers and 24/7 online shopping.
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APAC businesses unsure if cybersecurity defences are up to scratch
Tue, 24th Aug 2021
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Over half of Asia-Pacific businesses are unsure if their cybersecurity defenses can combat hackers' new strategies, according to EY.
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Huge uptake in digital mental health services during lockdown - NZHIT
Mon, 23rd Aug 2021
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Kiwis are increasingly turning to online mental health services for support as they grapple with the uncertainty brought on by the lockdown.
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COVID-19 lockdowns make New Zealand business sitting ducks for a cyberattack
Fri, 20th Aug 2021
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New Zealand's lockdowns may lead to a surge in cyberattacks, with small and medium-sized businesses at risk, warns cyber security expert Samrat Choudhury.
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Surge in fake COVID-19 vaccine certificates on darknet following delta outbreak
Wed, 18th Aug 2021
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Surge in fake vaccination certificate sellers on Telegram, with Check Point Research reporting a 257% increase. Prices dropping to as low as $100.
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Australia and New Zealand lagging behind the UK with infrastructure - potential BIM mandates
Tue, 17th Aug 2021
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Autodesk and Infrastructure NSW have started the discussion around a potential BIM mandate by the Australian and New Zealand governments.
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WorkForce Software increases revenue by 300% in APAC region
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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WorkForce Software sees 20% YoY revenue growth and gains 232 new or expanded customer relationships in 1H of 2021, with strong growth in Asia Pacific.
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Retail sector top target for ransomware and data-theft extortion attacks during pandemic
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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Retail sector hit hard by ransomware and data-theft attacks during the pandemic, with extortion attacks on the rise, says Sophos.
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NZ business facing higher risk of PC malware attacks
Fri, 13th Aug 2021
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New Zealand businesses face higher risk of PC malware attacks than businesses in Australia, UK, US, according to Avast.
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Organisations must accelerate digital transformation - Aruba
Mon, 9th Aug 2021
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The hospitality sector must prioritize digital transformation to recover from the pandemic and meet evolving consumer demands, warns Aruba.
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65% of employers focus more on employee experience in 2021 than two years ago
Tue, 3rd Aug 2021
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A new report reveals 65% of employers focus more on the employee experience in 2021 than two years ago, largely due to COVID-19.
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Westcon NZ posts $17.6m revenue drop with little effect on profit
Tue, 3rd Aug 2021
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Westcon Group NZ revenue drops by $17.6m to $134.4m in 2021, but profits only dip by $117k due to cost savings. COVID-19 impact monitored.