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About Kai Ping

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Kai Ping Lew
Editor-in-Chief & News Editor - Security
KP was raised in Malaysia and graduated with a degree in Journalism and International Business at AUT. After graduating, she did a stint in broadcast media at TVNZ before deciding to return to her true love, the written word. In her spare time, KP enjoys exploring fictional universes through books, spending time in the sun, playing volleyball, and dancing.
FYI, this is an ex-employee of TechDay.

Stories by Kai Ping - Page 7

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Veeam reports double-digit Q1 growth
Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
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virtualisation
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dr
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multi-cloud
We are now focussed on an aggressive strategy to help businesses transition to cloud with Backup and Cloud Data Management solutions.
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Yes, data is the new oil - but only analytics can refine the insights
Fri, 12th Apr 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Data is the new oil, but only through analytics can businesses refine it into actionable insights, transforming raw information into competitive value.
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Report reveals APAC hit hardest by malware attacks - Sonicwall
Tue, 9th Apr 2019
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cybersecurity
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sonicwall
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report
Sonicwall has released its latest Cyber Threat Report, sharing insights into the tactical advances by the security industry and cybercriminals.
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Experts and execs comment on Facebook data leak
Fri, 5th Apr 2019
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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facebook
Facebook's reputation takes another hit as 540 million user records are exposed due to misconfigured AWS servers.
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Millions of Facebook user records exposed in latest data leak
Thu, 4th Apr 2019
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cybersecurity
UpGuard reported that each of the data sets was stored in its own Amazon S3 bucket configured to allow public download of files.
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Okta launches $50mil fund to fuel identity solutions startups
Thu, 4th Apr 2019
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healthtech
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okta
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venture fund
The fund will seek out startups that are aligned with Okta's vision of enabling any organisation to use any technology.
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Okta announces security layer for on-prem apps
Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
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hybrid cloud
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cloud security
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iaas
Okta debuts Okta Access Gateway at Oktane19, enhancing secure single sign-on for on-premises applications. Set for release later this year.
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Okta launches risk-based authentication with machine learning
Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
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mfa
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ai
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cybersecurity
Okta has unveiled a new risk-based authentication system at Oktane19, leveraging machine learning for enhanced security and seamless user experiences.
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Okta introduces customisable building blocks for identity verification
Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
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iam
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passwordless
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cybersecurity
Passwordless authentication, progressive profiling, per-app branding and unlimited use cases are now possible with the Okta Identity Engine.
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Okta brings centralised identity security to servers
Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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mfa
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cloud security
Okta unveils Server Access tool for safer management of cloud infrastructures, enhancing security with Zero Trust.
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Okta enables developers to create unlimited platform integrations
Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
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iam
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open source
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cybersecurity
Advanced development functionality provided by Hooks opens the Okta Integration Network to a wide array of new types of custom, secure integrations.
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Salesforce accused of sex trafficking in lawsuit by 50 women
Thu, 28th Mar 2019
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
The 50 ‘Jane Does’ allege that Salesforce built customised services for the web forum Backpage while publicly boasting about fighting sex trafficking.
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GALLERY: Over $59k raised for medical research on Ingram Micro Golf Day
Thu, 28th Mar 2019
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charity
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ingram micro
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distributors
The Golf Day was attended by more than 130 of Ingram Micro’s team members, suppliers, and customers at the North Shore Golf Club.
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Developing APAC countries most vulnerable to malware - Microsoft
Fri, 22nd Mar 2019
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
The Asia-Pacific region remains a prime target for cybercriminals, according to Microsoft's Security Intelligence Report.
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Microsoft appoints new commercial and partner business director
Thu, 21st Mar 2019
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microsoft
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channel manager
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microsoft azure
Bowden already has almost a decade of Microsoft relationship management experience under her belt, having joined the business in 2010.
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Norwegian aluminium manufacturer hit hard by LockerGoga ransomware attack
Wed, 20th Mar 2019
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malware
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ransomware
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iot security
Norsk Hydro has suspended all online operations after being crippled by the LockerGoga ransomware, impacting multiple business areas.
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NZ ISPs issue open letter to social media giants to discuss censorship
Tue, 19th Mar 2019
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uc
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google
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facebook
Three of New Zealand's largest ISPs urge Facebook, Twitter, and Google to discuss solutions for preventing the spread of violent content online.
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Unencrypted Gearbest database leaves over 1.5mil shoppers’ records exposed
Tue, 19th Mar 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
A breach at Gearbest has left over 1.5 million shoppers’ records exposed, including payment details and national IDs, due to an unencrypted database.
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Tech community rocked by deaths of Atta Elayyan and Syed Jahandad Ali
Mon, 18th Mar 2019
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microsoft
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intergen
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lazyworm applications
Both men were among the 50 killed in the shooting in Christchurch last Friday when a gunman opened fire at two mosques.
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Digital experience managers, get excited for Adobe Summit 2019
Fri, 15th Mar 2019
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crm
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digital transformation
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cx
Adobe Summit 2019 promises to be bigger and better than last year's, with speakers including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and actress Reese Witherspoon.