Privacy stories - Page 2

Datadog to open first Australian data centre by mid-2025
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Datadog plans its first data centre in Australia by mid-2025, responding to local privacy demands and expanding services to over 1,000 clients.

Australia's AI adoption spurs call for proactive security
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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digital transformation
The rise of artificial intelligence in Australia is set to drive organisations to invest nearly AUD $6.2 billion in information security by 2025, amidst rising data risks.

Australia pauses AI regulation plans amid safety concerns
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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data protection
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data privacy
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privacy
The Australian Government's suspension of mandatory AI regulations raises alarms for Electronic Frontiers Australia, which warns of risks to safety and rights.

HP launches ZBook Ultra G1a with advanced AI features
Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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cleantech
HP has unveiled its ZBook Ultra G1a laptop in Australia & New Zealand, a high-performance workstation designed for professionals, starting at AUD $3,000.

Fastly updates bot management to reduce CAPTCHA reliance
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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data privacy
Fastly has unveiled enhancements to its Bot Management service, reducing CAPTCHA dependency while bolstering security and user experience across its platform.

AI & data breaches drive rise in sextortion scams
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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data privacy
Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.

AI adoption in healthcare rises to 35% in 2024, says AMA
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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New research from the American Medical Association reveals a rise in AI adoption among healthcare professionals, now at 35% in 2024, up from 30% last year.

Proofpoint & Microsoft expand collaboration on security AI
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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email security
Proofpoint has broadened its partnership with Microsoft, leveraging Azure's AI capabilities to bolster global threat and data protection services.

Adobe & AWS join forces to enhance digital marketing
Wed, 19th Mar 2025
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Adobe has announced a significant partnership with Amazon Web Services, aiming to enhance marketing and creative capabilities for businesses through advanced cloud integrations.

Bill to criminalise stalking delayed as debate continues
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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data protection
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data privacy
New Zealand's proposed law to criminalise stalking and cyberstalking faces delays, as experts warn citizens to take proactive steps to secure their digital privacy.

ExpressVPN unveils Lightway Turbo to boost VPN speeds
Tue, 11th Mar 2025
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data privacy
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privacy
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internet security
ExpressVPN has launched Lightway Turbo, a feature set to boost VPN speeds by up to 330%, enhancing bandwidth while ensuring robust performance.

Arlo & SmartThings enhance home security partnership
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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data privacy
Arlo Technologies expands its partnership with Samsung SmartThings to enhance home security, introducing advanced features like AI object detection this spring.

Telecoms face growing risks with AI & talent shortages
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Telecommunications firms are grappling with pressing risks around privacy, security, and digital transformation, according to the latest EY report for 2025.

ExpressVPN launches Linux app with new graphical interface
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data privacy
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software development
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cloud services
ExpressVPN has launched its first Linux app with a graphical user interface, enhancing security and privacy for the increasingly popular open-source platform.

Apple launches new iPad Air with powerful M3 chip
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data privacy
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cleantech
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personal computing devices
Apple has launched its latest iPad Air featuring the M3 chip and redesigned Magic Keyboard, elevating performance and usability with prices starting at NZD $1,199.

Australian cybersecurity spending to reach AUD $6.2bn by 2025
Tue, 4th Mar 2025
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application security
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risk & compliance
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genai
Australian organisations are set to invest nearly AUD $6.2 billion in information security and risk management by 2025, according to Gartner's latest projections.

Juniper Networks launches AI-native networking platform
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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virtualisation
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firewalls
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network security
Juniper Networks has unveiled a groundbreaking AI-Native Networking Platform to support GPUaaS and AIaaS providers, promising reduced costs and enhanced operational efficiency.

WitnessAI integrates with F5 for AI traffic visibility
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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encryption
WitnessAI has partnered with F5 to integrate its technology with BIG-IP SSL Orchestrator, enhancing enterprise visibility over encrypted AI traffic.

Moloco & MetaRouter team up for enhanced ad personalisation
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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risk & compliance
Moloco and MetaRouter have formed a partnership to enhance ad personalisation for retailers in Australia and New Zealand while prioritising customer privacy.

Amazon unveils next-gen Alexa+, powered by generative AI
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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smart home
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genai
In addition to responding intuitively to voice commands, Alexa+ can actively manage and orchestrate other connected services and devices.