Banking stories - Page 110
Reckon targets ANZ market with two cloud-first acquisitions
Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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Reckon sharpens edge in ANZ with strategic cloud app acquisitions, bolstering retail and mobile workforce efficiency.
IDC Philippines on DX, cybersecurity and hyper-disruptive marketplaces
Tue, 31st Jan 2017
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IDC Philippines offers up its top predictions on major technology trends presenting opportunities and challenges to IT leaders in 2017 and beyond.
Buckle up for the AI security revolution – spending to hit $96b by 2021
Tue, 31st Jan 2017
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AI security spending to reach £72bn by 2021 amid a surge in machine learning to combat cyber threats, says ABI report.
Consumers ready to blame organisations for data breaches, report finds
Fri, 27th Jan 2017
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Report: Consumers hold firms responsible for data safety, with most expecting breaches yet firms lag in strong security measures.
AMEX phishing scam uses encryption to lull users into ‘false sense of security’
Fri, 27th Jan 2017
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A new fake AMEX phishing attack uses tactics that lull users into a false sense of security: A mirrored website and SSL certificates, says MailGuard.
Stripe expands NZ preview, now available to all Kiwi businesses
Tue, 24th Jan 2017
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Users based in New Zealand will also be able to take advantage of business services and platforms that work with Stripe, including Xero and Shopify.
Australian businesses yet to harness business advantages of big data
Tue, 24th Jan 2017
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Many Australian businesses are missing out on the benefits of big data, says IDC, with many still seeing it as a fad rather than a business advantage.
ASB joins another Chinese social media platform
Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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ASB enhances customer outreach by launching a WeChat profile, expanding services to Chinese clients after its successful Weibo debut.
From Microsoft to Xero to Trump, oh my
Fri, 20th Jan 2017
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Xero chairman Chris Liddell is stepping down to take on a role with US president-elect Donald Trump, causing concern amongst Xero customers.
Our lax attitude to passwords is 'leaving the front door open' to trouble
Thu, 19th Jan 2017
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The humble password is still creating headaches for internet users across the world – and many people are still making bad password decisions.
Why becoming part of the ‘Republic of Digital’ will increase your profitability
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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The global impact of digital transformation is estimated at $20 trillion, creating the 'Republic of Digital' valued at $6.6 trillion.
Kiwis SMBs feel confident, but concerns over skilled staff remain
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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Kiwi small businesses experience highest confidence levels in two years, however, lack of skilled staff remains a concern.
Ingram Micro's new owners snap up ANZ Bank business
Wed, 11th Jan 2017
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HNA Group has continued its acquisition trail, this time snapping up ANZ Bank's UDC Finance business for $660 million.
Indirect damage: Why service providers should care about customer security
Wed, 11th Jan 2017
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Offering reliable security solutions from a respected security vendor can be the difference that helps MSPs and ISPs build their brand.
What to expect from cyber attacks in 2017
Tue, 10th Jan 2017
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Attackers are increasingly utilising non-malware attacks in an effort to remain undetected on organisations’ endpoints.
IT skills are in strong demand for 2017 in ANZ
Tue, 10th Jan 2017
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Devops engineers, UX/UI designers and full stack developers are in demand in the IT sector, according to a recent Hays recruitment report.
Kiwis love the internet but there's work to be done on our digital divide, says InternetNZ
Thu, 15th Dec 2016
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New report shows internet usage in New Zealand is growing, but digital divide remains, says InternetNZ. #InternetTrendsNZ.
Why combining technology with standards could combat fraud
Wed, 14th Dec 2016
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Fraud is still on the increase due to the use of new technologies, causing losses to both users and companies. What is being done to avoid this?.
Why service providers should care about customer security
Wed, 14th Dec 2016
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Ransomware's rise demands vigilance from service providers, as the security of customer data is not just ethical, but now a critical business must.
Avaya boss talks rumours, buy-outs, bankruptcy and the future of Avaya
Tue, 13th Dec 2016
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Avaya International boss Nidal Abou-Ltaif tells customers and partners the vendor is bullish and confident as it continues to forge a new path.