European Union (EU) stories - Page 17
Ransomware: To pay or not to pay, that is the question
Tue, 6th Sep 2016
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cybersecurity
We sometimes hear of instances where organisations pay ransomware even though they do have backups because it's the cheaper option.
Malaysia IT spending expected to rise 6.5% this year
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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it budget
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analyst report
Malaysia's IT spending is set to rise by 6.5% in 2016, reaching nearly RM68 billion, sharply contrasting with stagnant global IT expenditure.
Encouraging customer confidence in the Microsoft Cloud
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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cybersecurity
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Microsoft is urging businesses to embrace cloud and hybrid solutions securely on their digital transformation journeys.
Analyst Opinion: Operators make roaming more transparent and affordable
Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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Mobile roaming sheds its 'secret' tag as operators slash costs, wooing globetrotters with clear, wallet-friendly rates.
Facebook brings back 'Safety Check' following Brussels bombings
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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facebook
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social media
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online safety
Facebook has reinstated its Safety Check feature for users in Brussels, following a series of terrorist attacks that took place on March 22nd.
Is the cloud really a safe place to store confidential information?
Wed, 16th Mar 2016
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
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computer forensics nz
Lawyers storing clients' confidential information in the cloud risk it being accessed by US authorities without permission.
Govt's data breach bill will unleash confusion, says expert
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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data breach
Australian organisations will struggle to comply with the Federal Government's mandatory data breach notification proposals.
Enterprise security spend hits a speed bump
Thu, 11th Feb 2016
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enterprise security
A dip in enterprise security spend growth is forecast for 2016 - thanks in part to a lack of high profile breaches last year.
ESET snaps up encryption company as demand soars for encryption
Thu, 24th Sep 2015
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malware
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encryption
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cybersecurity
ESET has bolstered its encryption abilities with the acquisition of award winning encryption company, DESlock+ as demand for the technology soars.
Govt unveils TV white space rules to boost broadband services
Mon, 1st Sep 2014
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digital entertainment
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New Zealand releases draft white space licensing rules to explore new wireless services, says Minister Amy Adams.
UXC Connect: Outsourcing versus offshoring...
Wed, 9th Jul 2014
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contact centre
UXC Connect's Ian Poole discusses the fine line between outsourcing and offshoring ICT, urging businesses to weigh options for optimal ROI.
One in eight NZ business IPs exposed on weekly basis
Wed, 18th Dec 2013
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cybersecurity
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New research reveals 1 in 8 NZ business IPs face weekly web threats, with Australia higher at 1 in 5, spotlighting regional cybersecurity concerns.
Apple turns sour overnight
Tue, 15th Jan 2013
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Wall Street fall amid concern Apple is facing headwinds, fanning concern that other companies might struggle with demand for their products and services too.
Legal fees on Apple according to UK
Tue, 13th Nov 2012
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technology gifts
UK court orders Apple to pay all legal fees after a false and misleading apology in Samsung patent case further fuels tech rivalry.
Gartner makes IT predictions for 2013 and beyond
Thu, 25th Oct 2012
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analyst report
Gartner unveils IT predictions, spotlighting economic risks and tech trends set to reshape business-driven solutions and CIO priorities beyond 2013.
NZ dollar falls after weak Google earnings
Fri, 19th Oct 2012
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migration
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google
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new zealand dollar
The New Zealand dollar followed US stock markets lower after internet search engine Google missed profit estimates.
Google submit EU anti-trust plans
Wed, 25th Jul 2012
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microsoft
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rivals
Google moves towards settling EU anti-trust dispute by offering concessions to address competition concerns and avoid hefty fines.
Big brother gets crowd-sourced
Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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surveillance
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digital entertainment
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apm
A new UK website, InternetEyes, offers up to GBP £1000 for crowd-sourced reporting of crimes via live CCTV feeds, raising civil liberty concerns.
When whatsitsname blew its top
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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dr
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data analytics
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planning
Iceland's infamous Eyjafjallajökull volcano erupts, stranding millions and costing billions, sparking calls for better disaster planning.
ACTA secrecy slammed by EU parliament
Fri, 12th Mar 2010
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parliament
EU parliament demands transparency in ACTA talks, voting 663 to 13 to end secrecy and reject Internet disconnection penalties for copyright enforcement.