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Acronis appoints Andrea Martin to boost NZ & Pacific presence
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Acronis appoints Andrea Martin as Strategic Account Executive for New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, aiming to enhance local MSP support amidst rising cybersecurity demands.
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Acronis report reveals 293% surge in email attacks H1 2024
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Acronis' H1 2024 Cyberthreats Report reveals a 293% surge in email attacks and a 32% rise in ransomware, warning SMBs and MSPs of heightened cyber risks.
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Acronis reports 293% increase in email cyberattacks in H1 2024
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Cybersecurity firm Acronis has identified a staggering 293% increase in email cyberattacks during the first half of 2024 compared to 2023.
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Global IT outages disrupt key sectors globally due to updates
Mon, 22nd Jul 2024
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Global IT outages caused by Microsoft and CrowdStrike updates disrupt key sectors, sparking urgent calls for improved cybersecurity practices.
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Acronis launches comprehensive XDR solution for MSPs
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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data protection
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malware
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endpoint protection
Acronis launches Acronis XDR, a comprehensive, AI-driven cybersecurity platform for MSPs, expanding beyond endpoint protection to address complex cyber threats.
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Acronis launches XDR to enhance MSPs' security offerings
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Acronis has launched Acronis XDR, enhancing its cybersecurity solutions for MSPs with streamlined integration across data protection and endpoint management.
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ExtraHop hires Simon Howe, eyes expansion in Australia & NZ
Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ExtraHop appoints Simon Howe as Area VP for ANZ, marking a noteworthy move in their Asia Pacific expansion strategy, following a recent securement of $100M growth capital.
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Acronis launches robust cyber protection product to tackle digital threats
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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Acronis introduces its latest solution, Acronis Cyber Protect 16, providing robust cyber threat protection and streamlined backup and recovery operations, tailored for distributed organisations.
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Acronis appoints Kelly Johnson as General Manager for Australia, NZ
Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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data protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Acronis boosts its cybersecurity operations in Australia and New Zealand with the appointment of Kelly Johnson, a veteran IT expert, as the new general manager.
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AI-boosted phishing sees 222% surge, warns Acronis report
Mon, 12th Feb 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cyber threats
Acronis' H2 2023 Cyberthreats Report reveals a disturbing 222% rise in email attacks with AI-enhanced phishing impacting over 90% of organisations worldwide.
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Alarming surge in cyber attacks seen in Acronis report
Thu, 8th Feb 2024
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The Acronis Cyberthreats Report H2 2023 reveals a 222% rise in AI-driven email attacks in the year, underlining the need for more effective security solutions.
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Acronis joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association for cyber protection
Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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data protection
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Cyber protection provider Acronis has joined the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA) to further integrate its Cyber Protect Cloud with Microsoft's security tech to combat rising cyber threats.
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Acronis pioneers Advanced Security & EDR integration in cybersecurity
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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Acronis leads industry innovation with Integrated Advanced Security and EDR, targeting AI-driven cyberattacks and eliminating added costs.
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Acronis named leader in IDC MarketScape's worldwide cyber recovery assessment
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Acronis recognised as a global leader in IDC MarketScape's inaugural worldwide cyber recovery assessment.
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Acronis CyberApp Standard extends ecosystem to third-party vendors
Fri, 13th Oct 2023
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integration
Acronis expands ecosystem with new integration technology, allowing third-party vendors to integrate their products and services.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Acronis with Pasha Ershow
Thu, 12th Oct 2023
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cyber attacks
Acronis, the data protection company, discusses their position in Australia and New Zealand in TechDay's 10-Minute IT Jams.
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Cybercriminals exploiting AI, persistence in ransomware
Fri, 30th Jun 2023
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ransomware
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ai
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cybersecurity
A new report has unveiled troubling trends, including cybercriminals exploiting AI, persistence in ransomware attacks, and significant surge of data stealers.
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Acronis recognised by Frost & Sullivan for DRaaS innovation
Fri, 7th Apr 2023
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cybersecurity
Acronis named as a Company to Action in Frost & Sullivan's Disaster Recovery as a Service report, recognizing its growth and innovation capabilities.
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Acronis leverages Intel Detection Technology to defend against fileless attacks
Fri, 24th Mar 2023
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malware
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data protection
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cybersecurity
Acronis has announced the enhancement of its security defence against advanced fileless attacks using Intel Threat Detection Technology (Intel TDT).
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Data breach in 2023 to exceed US$5 million/incident: Acronis
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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ransomware
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phishing
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email security
Between July and October, Acronis found that the proportion of phishing attacks has risen by 1.3, accounting for 76% of all attacks.