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Tom

New TLDs and phishing risk: What security teams should know

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New generic domain extensions due in 2026 could give phishing crews fresh, cheap infrastructure unless security teams prepare early.
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Why runtime identity is emerging as the next cybersecurity imperative

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Agentic AI is forcing a rethink of enterprise security, with firms urged to treat bots as identities and police decisions as they happen.
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Telcos reshape music streaming for local audiences

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Telcos are turning music streaming into localised services for niche audiences, from Greenlandic heritage platforms to kid-safe apps and MENA billing deals.
Mike

Supporting service providers with their global ambitions

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Gamma backs service providers' global push with APAC launch and 24/7 support as partners seek scale, compliance and new revenue.
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What to look for when buying a laptop in 2026

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Laptop buyers face a trickier 2026 market as processors, battery life, portability and build quality all shape the best choice for different users.
Lakshmi

Proof beats promise: The trust crisis AI is creating

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AI adoption is exposing a gap between what systems can do and what organisations can prove, as provenance, integrity and accountability become essential.
Rishi

Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?

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Anthropic's Mythos spots corporate network attacks in hours, while security experts warn unmanaged AI agents are becoming a critical enterprise risk.
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How Atomgate uses education and partnership to drive successful SonicWall upgrades

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Atomgate's Renee Lovell says education, testing and partnerships are helping the South African MSSP turn SonicWall upgrades into measurable business gains.
Moe

The autonomous SOC: A dangerous illusion as firms shift to human-led AI security

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Human-led AI security gains ground as experts warn autonomous SOCs risk hidden errors, weaker accountability and costly business disruption.
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Why fibre connectivity must be a front-end consideration in data centre site selection

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Fibre must be assessed at the start of data centre site selection, warns expert, as poor connectivity can add months and millions to projects.
Debasish

Building security outcomes for small businesses: Why breaches persist despite available tools

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SMBs already own the tools, but cyber breaches keep breaking through because patchwork security, weak access controls and over-trust still leave gaps.
Barry

Five ways to maximise benefits of mobile-first systems

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Tabit chief executive Barry Shaked outlines five checks for Australian hospitality operators choosing mobile-first systems to cut labour pressure and lift sales.
Managing supply chain sustainability in the tariff era why master data is your most strategic asset

Tariffs and sustainability: Why master data is a supply chain game-changer

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Master data is becoming a strategic tool as firms juggle tariffs, sustainability demands and supply chain compliance in a fast-changing trade landscape.
Sangeeta

Agentic commerce and the evolution of retail purchase behaviour

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Retail shifts as AI agents move from recommending products to completing purchases, forcing brands to make catalogues legible to machine buyers.
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How to find a gift that feels personal this Mother's Day

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Mother's Day shoppers are being urged to think beyond convenience and choose presents that reflect memories, personality and genuine appreciation.
Lv digital

The growing gap between businesses that use tech well and those that don't

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Businesses that integrate systems, act on data and move quickly are pulling ahead, while those relying on manual processes risk falling further behind.
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Why operational debt accumulates long before systems fail

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Finance teams quietly absorb the hidden cost of workarounds as operational debt piles up, turning growth into extra effort and risk for ANZ businesses.
Lv digital

Why some brands seem “everywhere” online (and others don't exist)

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Brands that dominate search and social share a deliberate strategy, while quieter rivals often lack the consistency, authority and distribution to be seen.
Adam

Microsoft April Patch Tuesday reveals 167 vulnerabilities

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Microsoft's latest security update fixes an exploited SharePoint flaw and a critical Windows IKE bug as browser patches surge to record levels.
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Stop pouring money into cloud providers: The cost of inaction

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Britain's organisations are being urged to tackle cloud waste before cutting jobs, as FinOps discipline and independent oversight could trim costs by up to 30%.