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Palo Alto Networks unveils AgentiX & reports 48% IoT device risk
Unified Communications

Palo Alto Networks unveils AgentiX & reports 48% IoT device risk

Palo Alto Networks reports 48.2% of enterprise IoT devices are high-risk and launches Cortex AgentiX, an AI platform to automate security operations.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025
Hands-on Review: Asus ZenWiFi BD4 Smart Home Mesh
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Asus ZenWiFi BD4 Smart Home Mesh

The Asus ZenWiFi BD4 offers effortless setup and fast Wi-Fi 7 speeds, delivering robust wireless coverage across the home for streaming, gaming and more.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Tue, 21st Oct 2025
North Korean group uses blockchain to launch advanced malware
Malware

North Korean group uses blockchain to launch advanced malware

A North Korean group has used blockchain-based EtherHiding to secretly deploy malware, targeting developers in tech and cryptocurrency sectors worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
October Patch Tuesday reveals 172 Vulnerabilities
Hyperscale

October Patch Tuesday reveals 172 Vulnerabilities

Microsoft releases October Patch Tuesday fixing 172 vulnerabilities, including six zero-days and final security updates for Windows 10 and Office 2016-2019.

By Adam Barnett • 8 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, firms urged to migrate soon
Data Protection

Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, firms urged to migrate soon

Microsoft will end Windows 10 support on 14 October 2025, urging firms to migrate soon as security updates and technical support will cease.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 13th Oct 2025
Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, raising security concerns
Data Protection

Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, raising security concerns

Microsoft will end Windows 10 support from 14 October, leaving millions at risk without security updates unless they upgrade or enrol in Extended Security Updates.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 11th Oct 2025
Block ransomware proliferation and easily restore files with AI in Google Drive
Storage

Block ransomware proliferation and easily restore files with AI in Google Drive

Google Drive for desktop now uses AI to detect ransomware, halt file syncing, and help users quickly restore files to prevent data loss and disruption.

By Kristina Behr and Luke Camery from Google Workspace • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025
Logitech unveils solar-powered keyboard with four-month charge
Clean technologies

Logitech unveils solar-powered keyboard with four-month charge

Logitech launches Signature Slim Solar+ K980 keyboard, powered by any light and lasting four months in darkness without recharging or battery changes.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
Pentera adds Cl0p ransomware testing for Windows & Linux
Endpoint Protection

Pentera adds Cl0p ransomware testing for Windows & Linux

Pentera has added Cl0p ransomware testing to its platform, enabling organisations to safely assess defences on both Windows and Linux systems against this active threat.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
ControlUp teams with B2M to boost Android device analytics
Data Analytics

ControlUp teams with B2M to boost Android device analytics

ControlUp and B2M Solutions have partnered to launch ControlUp for Frontline Workers, boosting real-time analytics for Android devices used by frontline staff worldwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Aug 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Microsoft Windows stories

UK finance faces legacy IT risks as Windows 10 support ends
Data Protection

UK finance faces legacy IT risks as Windows 10 support ends

UK finance firms face rising risks as Windows 10 support ends; 90% carry technical debt with legacy systems hindering innovation and security efforts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
UK faces cyber risks as Windows 10 support ends this October
Data Protection

UK faces cyber risks as Windows 10 support ends this October

With Microsoft ending Windows 10 support on 14 October, UK businesses face amplified cyber risks and operational challenges, especially in critical sectors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Two in five devices still use Windows 10 as support nears end
Human Capital Management

Two in five devices still use Windows 10 as support nears end

Over 40% of devices globally, including 38% in Australia, still run Windows 10 as Microsoft support ends in mid-October, raising cybersecurity risks.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Australian SMBs embrace AI but free tools heighten security risks
Breach Prevention

Australian SMBs embrace AI but free tools heighten security risks

58% of Australian SMBs use AI, but many rely on free tools, raising data security risks amid low awareness of enterprise-grade solutions and hardware needs.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
European PC market surges as Windows 10 deadline boosts AI sales
Artificial Intelligence

European PC market surges as Windows 10 deadline boosts AI sales

Europe's PC market surged in Q3 2025 as Windows 10 support ends, driving strong sales of AI-capable notebooks and desktops across businesses and consumers.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2025
Omada launches Cloud Gateway to boost hybrid identity security
Virtualisation

Omada launches Cloud Gateway to boost hybrid identity security

Omada launches Cloud Application Gateway to extend identity governance across hybrid IT, boosting security without firewall changes or custom integration.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Lazarus subgroup deploys trio of RATs in finance sector attacks
Phishing

Lazarus subgroup deploys trio of RATs in finance sector attacks

Lazarus subgroup deploys three remote access trojans, including PondRAT and ThemeForestRAT, to target financial and cryptocurrency organisations with advanced cyberattacks.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2025
Aurora Endpoint Security achieves 100% malware defence in benchmark
Endpoint Protection

Aurora Endpoint Security achieves 100% malware defence in benchmark

Aurora Endpoint Security achieved 100% malware protection in tests, offering strong defence with low CPU use and AI features on Windows 11 devices.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025