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Just last week ESET reported on Nemucod shifting away from ransomware and downloading the ad-clicking malware Kovter instead.

There is one type of fool that believes that everything old is best, and the other type of fool that believes everything new is better.

As Cisco transitions the business model, the savings from global headcount reductions will be invested to further expand software and services.

Owning or using a smart phone to do your email in bed is not being more productive; it just increase output at the same rate and ruins many things.

Distributed analytics could be a game changer, integrating new data sources into legacy systems without squandering prior investments.

Rising threats at every turn as enterprises face a surge in endpoint vulnerabilities; experts urge a multi-layered defence.

Tech providers are struggling to gain traction, despite offering valuable solutions. Could it be because they're making it harder for enterprises to buy?.

As one of the largest cloud operators in the world, Microsoft's hyper-scale workloads have changed the way we design and operate data centers.

The connector of staff and technology use, CIOs are the key to driving employee engagement, which has a direct impact on business performance.

Facebook boosts user control over ad experience, allowing the filtering of unwanted ads and addressing use of ad blockers.

Webics ditched staff email addresses, improving productivity and client interactions through ticketing systems and live chats. Could your business benefit too?.

The trojan downloader Nemucod is back with a new campaign. This time, it has changed the payload served to its victims – it's not ransomware.

Christchurch blossoms into NZ's tech scene; promising to be the latest innovation hub with big names investing for a high-tech future.

Symantec comments on the influx of fake Instagram profiles luring users to adult dating sites. Now Instagram's being hacked to promote adult spam.

ESET researchers are warning about Facebook hoax scams that spread fake terror news to trick victims into disclosing their Facebook credentials.

Bottom line: The open internet sounds wonderful, but there is content that simply should be blocked by every organisation for its own protection.

Gold rushes happen because there is value to be had. The latest rush doesn't require a pick, shovel or pan, however - just a keen sense of vision.

Vendors need to take a bi-modal approach to how you build your product portfolio as well as how you go-to-market.

Cloud computing is spreading with a vengeance - for businesses and consumers alike as it becomes the new digital norm.

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