Public Sector stories - Page 2

A coalition of tech firms urges reform in public sector procurement, challenging the excessive focus on cost that undermines service quality and value.

Kaspersky's latest report reveals a shift in high-severity cyber incidents in 2024, with IT facing the most crises, while government cases decline significantly.

A report by Zayo Group reveals an 82% surge in DDoS attacks from 2023 to 2024, escalating from 90,000 to 165,000 incidents due to AI and IoT advancements.

Fortinet's FortiSASE solution on Google Cloud has passed the IRAP assessment, bolstering its commitment to supporting Australia's public sector and critical infrastructure.

DDoS attacks have surged by 82% in a year, with 165,000 incidents reported in 2024, driven largely by IoT devices and AI advancements.

Astrikos.ai has unveiled its rebranding to enhance its role as a leader in global Enterprise Infra AI solutions, focusing on sustainability and intelligent growth.

Research from Alteryx reveals that while 94% of data analysts see their roles becoming more strategic, 76% still rely on spreadsheets for data tasks.

Akamai Technologies has been appointed as a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, aiming to boost cyber resilience among UK SMEs.

Vertiv has partnered with Oxigen to create Spain's largest data centre in Sant Cugat del Vallès, spanning 6,000 square metres and optimised for energy efficiency.

Government agencies face a challenging dilemma as they attempt to harness AI innovation while safeguarding citizens' data privacy amid rising breach concerns in Australia.

The Victorian Government has partnered with Sparx Solutions and ProcessUnity to enhance third-party risk management and bolster cybersecurity across its departments.

The UK government proposes banning ransomware payments by public sector bodies, yet experts warn that proactive data protection strategies are essential to combat cyber threats.

A new survey from Sharp reveals that half of education professionals in the UK feel anxious about AI heightening cybersecurity risks, highlighting urgent training needs.

A mere 4% of public sector IT professionals believe graduates are fit for real-world roles, revealing a stark skills gap affecting project delivery.

Version 1 has secured a national contract with the Health Service Executive to enhance digitally enabled healthcare services across Ireland.

Logpoint has partnered with Icelandic firm Netheimur to bolster cybersecurity in Iceland, introducing its SIEM system for enhanced threat detection across sectors.

Nexer Digital has landed key clients Bupa and Auto Trader to enhance compliance with the forthcoming European Accessibility Act, aiming for inclusive digital experiences.

According to CONTEXT's latest analysis, the PC market is facing a shaky demand downturn but may rebound by 2025 thanks to AI advancements and Windows 11 upgrades.

The AI Summit in Paris brought industry leaders together to discuss ethical AI implementation, highlighting the urgent need for responsible strategies to harness its potential.

Accenture plans to open a tech and operations hub in Ballarat by May 2025, aiming to enhance local job opportunities and meet growing demand for technology services.