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Aria is where cutting‑edge technology, security, and AI‑driven innovation intersect. The stories tagged here span everything from next‑gen cloud and data platforms to ransomware trends, smart infrastructure, and the fast‑evolving world of generative and agentic AI. If you want to understand how tools like AI copilots, LLMs, and real‑time analytics are reshaping everything from finance to healthcare to manufacturing, this is your starting point.
Dive into in‑depth coverage of cybersecurity – botnets, ransomware variants, mobile malware, zero‑day exploits, and the shift to continuous, intelligence‑led defence. Explore how data centres, networks, and observability platforms are being redesigned for AI workloads, sustainability, and hybrid cloud. Follow the rise of AI in everyday products too, from wearables and smart home devices to vehicles, retail experiences, and next‑gen collaboration tools.
Aria isn’t just about the technology itself, but about its impact: on regulation, trust, jobs, skills, and digital resilience. Here you’ll find expert commentary, major vendor announcements, case studies, and long‑form explainers that help you connect the dots between infrastructure, security, AI, and real business outcomes. If you’re responsible for strategy, architecture, risk, or innovation, the Aria tag will keep you ahead of what’s coming next.
Biometrics solving security challenges of remote and flexible working
Tue, 6th Jul 2021
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biometrics
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
Flexible working arrangements have raised security concerns, prompting organisations to consider biometric technology as a solution.
LinkedIn data from 700 million users for sale on hacking forum
Thu, 1st Jul 2021
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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linkedin
LinkedIn faces second data leak in two months, with 700 million user records posted online. Data includes usernames, job titles, emails, and more.
Traditional solutions fail to secure organisations against today's malware
Tue, 29th Jun 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Traditional anti-malware solutions miss nearly 75% of threats, according to new research from WatchGuard Technologies.
ETL vs ELT — What, when and why
Tue, 29th Jun 2021
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data warehousing
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data lake
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opinion
There are many variables to consider when deciding to move data into a database with either the ETL or ELT method, writes SnapLogic CTO Craig Stewart.
Ransomware decreases as criminals customise attacks on larger, more lucrative targets - McAfee Report
Fri, 25th Jun 2021
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malware
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ddos
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casb
McAfee has released its latest cybersecurity report analysing cybercriminal activity related to malware and cyber threats in the first quarter of 2021.
SAS analytics and AI company recognised for AI-powered deforestation detection platform
Thu, 24th Jun 2021
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data science
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ai
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clean technologies
SAS recognized for AI-powered deforestation platform, receiving honours from Fast Company and PRNEWS CSR - Diversity Awards.
Oversharing of sensitive documents soars 450%
Thu, 24th Jun 2021
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ai
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Oversharing increases the risk an organisation will lose data, violate compliance or privacy mandates, or experience cybercrime.
Akamai Technologies' fights fraud with new account protection solution
Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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advanced persistent threat protection
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akamai
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cyber threat
Akamai Technologies launches Account Protector, a solution to help combat fraud and prevent account takeover attacks in real time.
Ransomware response and recovery: Challenges and solutions
Tue, 1st Jun 2021
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malware
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data protection
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ransomware
Ransomware is causing significant business impacts such as business disruption, data loss, reputational damage, remediation costs, and legal costs.
Double extortion attacks causing significant business disruption
Tue, 25th May 2021
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malware
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ddos
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dr
Sophisticated double extortion attacks targeting essential industries is causing significant business disruption, a new report has found.
Healthcare, manufacturing and finance sectors accounted for 62% of all cyber-attacks in 2020
Fri, 21st May 2021
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manufacturing
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crypto
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blockchain
The healthcare industry was the hardest hit, with 97% of all hostile activity targeted at the industry being web application or application-specific attacks.
UPDATED: IT systems down at Waikato Hospital & DHB, 'cybersecurity incident' confirmed
Wed, 19th May 2021
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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outage
Waikato Hospital has this morning begun turning outpatients away from scheduled bookings after a major outage affecting its IT and phone systems.
Corporate scandals, misinformation disestablish public trust
Wed, 19th May 2021
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branding
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partners
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forrester
Corporate and governmental scandals have rocked public trust, leaving an opportunity for businesses to step in, research by Forrester shows.
Report reveals which industries are most vulnerable to new ransomware attacks
Tue, 18th May 2021
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
Zscaler has announced its new Ransomware Report highlighting the most prolific ransomware actors, their attack tactics, and the industries being targeted.
Encrypted chat apps doubling as illegal marketplaces
Mon, 17th May 2021
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ddos
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whatsapp
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cybercriminals
Encrypted chat apps are doubling as illegal marketplaces as criminals utilise them to sell illegal goods without fear of content moderation.
Ransomware ravages Ireland's health service - experts comment
Mon, 17th May 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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dr
Ireland's National Cyber Security Centre points to the 'Conti' ransomware variant, which caused the HSE's IT systems to shut down over the weekend.
ExtraHop reveals common insecure protocols used in enterprise IT
Mon, 17th May 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Significant number of enterprise environments still vulnerable to ransomware due to outdated and insecure protocols, warns ExtraHop security advisory.
A look at the MS Exchange zero-days and how to protect your business
Thu, 29th Apr 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Every organisationusing Microsoft Exchange must patch their on-premise servers immediately and scan their networks for signs of malicious activity.
Phishing, monetary gain and supply chain attacks characterise cybercrime
Fri, 23rd Apr 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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phishing
Cybercrime trends in 2020 included increased phishing attacks, monetary gain, and supply chain attacks, according to a report by Keysight Technologies.
Malicious cryptominer exploits MS Exchange Server vulnerabilities
Thu, 22nd Apr 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
Cybercriminals are exploiting Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities despite warnings. Attacks include ransomware and cryptomining malware. Patching is crucial.