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The vulnerabilities of APAC databases put them at risk from data breaches

Australia, Singapore, China, and Japan rank above the global average of 39% with at least half or more of their databases deemed vulnerable.

Oct 13 2021 8:04AM

Payment analytics critical to completing the customer experience

Retailers using data analytics often overlook the checkout and payment experience. An unpleasant one can lead to them losing the purchase as well as the entire potential lifetime value of that customer.

Oct 6 2021 8:11AM

Overcoming the hurdles of becoming a data-led organisation

We often discuss the benefits of data analytics to make informed decisions– but implementing it well requires understanding your data challenges and taking right approaches to realise the value of your data.

Sep 30 2021 8:04AM

How prepared is the healthcare industry to ward off cyber breaches?

With the high cost of medical equipment and practitioners slow to embrace digital technologies, is the sector a ticking time bomb for an attack that will have ramifications beyond data loss and be fatal to critical-life services?

Sep 1 2021 8:07AM

Successful cloud migration requires the right protocols to protect your data

Companies can mitigate uncertainties with a contingency plan or look at a SaaS model to start their cloud journey.

Aug 2 2021 8:14AM

The business case for a hybrid cloud in your application migration

Make sure that your cloud provider already has the technology to support your current on-premise infrastructure and the right migrating tools for an easy on-boarding.

Jun 8 2021 8:03AM

Best ways to get your cloud modernisation strategy right

Develop cloud-native strategies and architectures where elasticity, scalability and flexibility are more advantageous over traditional approaches.

May 28 2021 8:09AM

Japan government warns Line over data breach by Chinese affiliate

Four technicians at Line’s Chinese affiliate had accessed its database at least 32 times since 2018.

Apr 30 2021 8:12AM

Chief Data Officers have a responsibility to drive innovation, but are stymied in their roles

CDOs in APAC are struggling with finding data literate staff and developing an organisational culture that understands the reasons and benefits of changing technology.

Apr 28 2021 8:09AM

Microsoft, DHL and Google most targeted by data-stealing hackers

While security measures are often built into websites and apps, it’s the human element that often fails to pick up on phishing scams.

Apr 21 2021 8:04AM

Personal data of 533 million Facebook users compromised, again

There can be huge repercussions. While the original 2019 breach has been rectified and the data is two years old, the release of personal information by a third party can still be exploited for nefarious reasons.

Apr 7 2021 8:17AM

The right way to move to the cloud

While C-Suite leaders understand the advantages of the cloud, they are not always clear about how to carry out a structured transformation.

Apr 7 2021 8:08AM

How SMEs can ensure their data is adequately protected

As we mark World Backup Day on Mar 31st this week, the recent proliferation of cyber breaches, yet again, show that no cybersecurity defence is impregnable. How can smaller organisations and SMEs cope? Here are simple measures they can adopt…

Mar 31 2021 8:10AM

Half of global citizens at risk of being alienated from governments’ digital services boom

The EY survey warns of the risks associated with the digital services on the grounds of data privacy.

Mar 16 2021 9:03AM

Malaysia bets big on digitalisation with ‘MyDigital’ economy blueprint

The 10-year roadmap aims to transform Malaysia into a regional market producer of digital products and services, and for the government to be fully data-driven

Feb 24 2021 12:33PM

APAC organisations risk stringent fines if they do not comply with data protection guidelines

European regulators have shown their willingness to use enforcement powers and we are poised to see an oncoming wave of steep GDPR-style fines on companies across the region. Regulators are no longer sympathetic to organisations who have not met their data protection obligations. What should APAC companies do?

Feb 24 2021 8:37AM

Japan set to build largest ever data centre in Inzai

This massive 330,000-square-metre facility will be completed by 2030 and be seven times as large as the Tokyo Dome baseball stadium

Feb 23 2021 9:16AM

Singtel taking action on data breach to support affected stakeholders

Nearly 130,000 customers’ personal information – including NRIC details – were stolen, with 23 organisations impacted in Singapore

Feb 19 2021 8:52AM

Australian Data Centres engages Oracle to provide sovereign hosted cloud services to government

As a next step, ADC will be sharing their best practices with the government and major telecom providers.

Feb 19 2021 8:45AM

Singtel’s third-party file-sharing vendor hacked

Customers and stakeholders will be contacted once Singtel is able to identify if relevant information were compromised

Feb 11 2021 1:04PM