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Trustwave outlines 80% rise in ransomware by 2025
Data Protection

Trustwave outlines 80% rise in ransomware by 2025

Trustwave's 2025 cybersecurity threat report reveals a staggering 80% rise in ransomware attacks targeting the energy and utilities sector, highlighting urgent security concerns.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise partners with Westcoast for UK distribution
EduTech

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise partners with Westcoast for UK distribution

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has partnered with Westcoast to distribute an extensive range of communications and networking technologies across the UK and Ireland.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Open source malware up 156%, Sonatype research shows
Malware

Open source malware up 156%, Sonatype research shows

Sonatype's latest research reveals a shocking rise in open source malware, with over 778,500 malicious packages detected in 2024, primarily affecting government organisations.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Thoughtworks partners with AWS to advance GenAI in Asia
Hyperscale

Thoughtworks partners with AWS to advance GenAI in Asia

Thoughtworks has teamed up with Amazon Web Services to boost generative AI solutions for industries across the Asia Pacific, enhancing customer engagement and productivity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Matt Johnson joins NTT DATA UK&I to tackle energy challenges
Digital Transformation

Matt Johnson joins NTT DATA UK&I to tackle energy challenges

NTT DATA UK&I has appointed Matt Johnson as Solution Director for its Energy and Utilities practice, focusing on decarbonisation and grid resilience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Cyber-espionage group Volt Typhoon resurfaces globally
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber-espionage group Volt Typhoon resurfaces globally

The return of Volt Typhoon, a state-sponsored cyber-espionage group, threatens global infrastructures, exploiting outdated devices for covert operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Capco partners with POWWR for SaaS energy solutions
DevOps

Capco partners with POWWR for SaaS energy solutions

Capco has joined forces with POWWR to deliver integrated SaaS solutions aimed at enhancing efficiency for energy retailers and brokers.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Macrium launches Reflect X, advancing backup technology
Data Protection

Macrium launches Reflect X, advancing backup technology

Macrium has unveiled Reflect X, a cutting-edge backup solution boasting doubled recovery speeds and native support for ARM devices, enhancing operational resilience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Orro launches infrastructure services for Australia & NZ
Semiconductors

Orro launches infrastructure services for Australia & NZ

Orro has launched a new division, Orro Critical Infrastructure, to enhance Operational Technology services for critical infrastructure in Australia and New Zealand.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Dodo partners with Gentrack for advanced billing system
Unified Communications

Dodo partners with Gentrack for advanced billing system

Vocus Group partners with Gentrack to launch a modern billing system for Dodo Power & Gas, enhancing operational efficiency in the Australian energy sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024
West London tech sector threatened by power shortages
Hyperscale

West London tech sector threatened by power shortages

Power shortages risk stalling West London's tech boom, warns Aggreko. Energy solutions like battery storage and advanced generators are critical for new data centre projects.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Halliburton cyberattack highlights critical infrastructure vulnerability
Disaster Recovery

Halliburton cyberattack highlights critical infrastructure vulnerability

Halliburton's recent cyberattack underscores the urgent need for heightened cybersecurity in the energy sector, stressing proactive measures and robust recovery plans.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
Ransomware recovery costs soar in energy & water sectors
Encryption

Ransomware recovery costs soar in energy & water sectors

Sophos reports a fourfold rise in median recovery costs for energy and water sectors to USD $3 million in 2024, highlighting critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Birmingham's TSEG wins Property Tech company of the year award
Students

Birmingham's TSEG wins Property Tech company of the year award

Birmingham's Student Energy Group has been awarded 'Property Tech Company of the Year' at the UK Business Tech Awards 2024 for its innovative approach.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Finalists for NZ Compare Awards 2024 announced
Unified Communications

Finalists for NZ Compare Awards 2024 announced

Finalists for the NZ Compare Awards 2024 have been revealed, highlighting top performers in New Zealand's power and telecommunications sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
MMS Group Indonesia adopts Workday HCM for growth boost
Digital Transformation

MMS Group Indonesia adopts Workday HCM for growth boost

MMS Group Indonesia is set to digitally transform its workforce by implementing Workday Human Capital Management, aiming to double its team in the coming year.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2024
Siemens to acquire Altair Engineering for USD $10 billion
Manufacturing

Siemens to acquire Altair Engineering for USD $10 billion

Siemens has reached an agreement to acquire Altair Engineering for an enterprise value of approximately USD $10 billion, enhancing its industrial software capabilities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
Enhancing safety & efficiency for Australian utility workers
Unified Communications

Enhancing safety & efficiency for Australian utility workers

In Australia, real-time mobile solutions are transforming safety and efficiency for field workers in the energy sector, which faces a serious operational risk challenge.

By Vincent Parry • 5 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2024