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DDoS attacks hit record peaks as bots & automation escalate

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DDoS attacks have surged to record peaks of 3.7 Tbps, driven by automation and shifting geopolitical sources, targeting sectors like higher education globally.
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Tribes Digital wins grant to enhance DevCheck with university help

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Tribes Digital has won a grant from Greater Manchester Business Growth Hub to enhance its AI vetting tool DevCheck with University of Manchester support.
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Cybersecurity education expands as universities target workforce gap

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Universities worldwide are expanding cybersecurity courses to tackle a growing workforce shortage amid rising cyberattacks on educational institutions.
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Students face hours-long Clearing waits as tech gap widens

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Thousands of UK students faced hours-long waits on Clearing phone lines after A-level results, as tech gaps worsened access to university places.
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A defining moment is approaching for Australian manufacturing

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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Australia's manufacturing faces a pivotal moment; ARM Hub's CEO urges rapid SME adoption of automation to boost competitiveness and innovation.
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MHP & QuantumBW join forces to drive quantum tech in industry

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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MHP partners with QuantumBW to boost quantum computing in Baden-Württemberg, targeting real-world applications and industry innovation through collaboration.
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Steve Cooke marks 20 years at Gallagher Security in NZ role

Thu, 14th Aug 2025
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Steve Cooke celebrates 20 years at Gallagher Security, marking 40 years in security with a strong impact across New Zealand and the Pacific.
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Researchers directly measure quantum distance for the first time

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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Researchers at Yonsei University have directly measured the quantum distance in black phosphorus, a first that could boost quantum computing and advanced materials.
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Halo Solutions unveils HaloTaskManager to boost task efficiency

Thu, 7th Aug 2025
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Halo Solutions launches HaloTaskManager, a new tool to enhance real-time task coordination and efficiency in safety-critical settings across the UK and beyond.
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Fiji adopts first Pacific managed security mapped to ASD ISM

Mon, 28th Jul 2025
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Fiji now has the Pacific’s first managed security service aligned with the updated Australian Signals Directorate ISM, enhancing cyberdefence for local businesses.
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UK universities & insurers launch GBP £2 million AI risk project

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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UK universities and insurers have launched a GBP £2 million project to develop insurance products addressing risks from commercial artificial intelligence use.
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Dr John Flackett awarded honorary doctorate for AI impact

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Dr John Flackett received an honorary Doctor of Science from Southampton Solent University for three decades of pioneering work in artificial intelligence education and research.
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Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce top anti-phishing policy

Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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Just 3% of New Zealand domains enforce the strict DMARC p=reject policy, leaving most vulnerable to phishing despite upcoming government mandates.
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TechnologyOne to deploy MortarCAPS data standard nationwide

Wed, 28th May 2025
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TechnologyOne will implement the MortarCAPS Higher Learning Data Standard nationwide, enhancing data integration for Australian higher education and vocational sectors.
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Indosat launches Jaga Raya to boost ecosystem monitoring

Wed, 28th May 2025
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Indosat has launched Jaga Raya, an IoT-driven programme monitoring ecosystems in Indonesia to boost environment protection and community livelihoods.
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Hazy Hawk exploits cloud DNS to hijack subdomains for scams

Wed, 21st May 2025
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Security firm Infoblox links the Hazy Hawk group to global subdomain hijacks via abandoned Amazon and Azure cloud services, spreading scams and malware.
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Social robots tipped as future friends to tackle loneliness in elders

Fri, 16th May 2025
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Research by a University of Calgary PhD student suggests social robots may help ease loneliness among seniors, offering companionship beyond traditional interventions.
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Exclusive: Workforce skills gap hits critical point in ANZ

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Australia and New Zealand face a critical skills shortage as demand for managerial and professional roles surges, experts warn. Upskilling is urgent.
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Photoshelter unveils new tool to streamline UGC collection

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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PhotoShelter has launched its UGC Management tool, enabling brands and teams to easily collect and utilise user-generated content to enhance engagement.
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Sophos report reveals education sector's ransomware battle

Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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Sophos' State of Ransomware in Education 2024 report shows escalating pressures on schools and universities, as ransom demands soar.