Work from Home (WFH) stories - Page 5
In what most systems administrators may well imagine were the good old days, work was as much a place as an activity. Today, people work from anywhere. While this delivers advantages including flexibility, potentially better productivity and the promise of an improved work/life balance while attracting staff regardless of where they might live, it is not without its challenges. Security and access to company resources is more complex, while appropriate devices, connectivity and even workspaces must be considered.
Fortinet report reveals cyber threats & defence gaps in Asia Pacific
Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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Ransomware and phishing top cybersecurity concerns in Singapore, says Fortinet study. Increased remote working amplifies insider threats, with insufficient resource allocation also noted as a major hurdle.
Dell launches AI-powered intelligent headsets for hybrid work
Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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Dell Technologies unveils new intelligent headsets equipped with advanced AI technology, enhancing productivity and communication in the evolving landscape of hybrid work.
Extreme Networks launches Wi-Fi 7 AP5020 & 4000 series switches
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Extreme Networks enhances enterprise connectivity and security with the launch of its first Wi-Fi 7 access point, the AP5020, and the 4000 Series cloud-managed switches.
Attracting & retaining top talent: the key to companies success in the future of work
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Adapting to change and catering to workforce needs in the new year is key to attracting and retaining talent amid a rapidly transforming labour market and a growing emphasis on Generative AI.
ESET unveils new Asia Pacific headquarters in Singapore
Tue, 30th Jan 2024
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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sales
ESET, a renowned digital security firm, has launched its new Asia Pacific headquarters in Singapore, demonstrating commitment to the region's evolving cybersecurity landscape and digital economy.
Zoom unveils new interactive app for Apple Vision Pro
Tue, 30th Jan 2024
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personal computing devices
Zoom's new app for Apple Vision Pro, launching on 2 February, offers a more tangible and realistic meeting experience on remote platforms.
Zscaler unveils SASE programme for Zero Trust security
Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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data protection
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Zscaler has launched advanced single-vendor Secure Access Service Edge programme and Zero Trust SD-WAN solution.
Zscaler unveils industry-first single-vendor Secure Access Service Edge solution
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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Zscaler launches industry-first single-vendor Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution and Zero Trust Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) aiming to modernise secure connectivity and eliminate ineffective firewalls and VPNs.
Mass UK job shifts predicted due to work stress in 2024
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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Elevated work stress levels amongst UK employees may drive a significant job market shift from 2024, a new report has found.
AI & remote working could redefine business in 2024
Mon, 22nd Jan 2024
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AI and remote working are set to redefine business operations in 2024, with the rise of employee influence in tech choices.
Optimism for future growth surges among business leaders, report reveals
Tue, 16th Jan 2024
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martech
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hybrid & remote work
Embracing a Brighter Future: Investment Priorities for 2024 report reveals a surge in optimism among global business leaders, driven by promising AI technologies and digital transformation, despite macroeconomic challenges.
AI adoption in UK risks job losses for women & disadvantaged groups
Mon, 15th Jan 2024
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The rapid adoption of AI in the UK may exacerbate job losses for women and disadvantaged groups, warns a new government report, urging immediate action to mitigate potential inequalities.
Lumens integrates Sennheiser microphone for dynamic hybrid meetings
Fri, 12th Jan 2024
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digital entertainment
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hybrid & remote work
Global tech giant Lumens incorporates Sennheiser's TCC M, a cutting-edge ceiling microphone, into their voice-tracking camera system to intensify multi-site interaction and engagement in virtual hybrid meetings.
AI & remote work reshape business practices by 2024
Fri, 12th Jan 2024
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AI is revolutionising business and project management in 2024, with employee-led tech selection underpinning changes in a remote-work dominated era.
Asia Pacific firms face rising cyber threat, Dell report reveals
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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data protection
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network infrastructure
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advanced persistent threat protection
Dell's Global Data Protection Index reveals heightened cyber threat levels, with 57% of firms in the Asia Pacific reporting incidents that blocked data access; financial fallout doubles to an average of $1.4m per company.
How to make your Zero Trust Network Access rollout a success
Tue, 9th Jan 2024
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
Despite 83% of cybersec decision-makers in Australia and New Zealand seeing Zero Trust Network Access as future security, 17% have yet to start a programme, Forrester Consulting study reveals.
Gartner reveals HR trends for attracting talent and boosting results
Thu, 4th Jan 2024
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hybrid & remote work
Gartner has forecast nine key HR trends for the future, including the rise of GenAI, embracing four-day workweeks, and shifting professional paths, to attract talent and enhance results.
SMEs ditch hybrid work, cite rising costs as top concern
Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
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skills gap
Over half of New Zealand's SMEs have returned to office-based work amid cost concerns, while globally, businesses turn to flexible hours and upskilling.
UK experienced more than 17 million daily cyber attacks in 2023
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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malware
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ransomware
UK faces around 17 million daily cyber attacks in 2023, with most targeting remote desktop protocol, says Coalition.
Rimini Street partners with santec for major restructure
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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Rimini Street is to provide strategic support to santec's restructuring into four entities, leveraging its user-centric SAP solutions.