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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.

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Unisys encourages financial institutions to adopt open banking

Wed, 24th Apr 2019
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Unisys urges banks to embrace open banking with the latest version of its Elevate software platform #fintech #openbanking.
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Farmers looking for data to help change bad habits

Fri, 19th Apr 2019
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It is no secret that agriculture is a massive cause of environmental issues in NZ. Farmers say they are willing to change, if they get the right data.
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Hands-on Review: ASUS Mini PC PB60G

Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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ASUS' new Mini PC PB60G defies its size, delivering a powerhouse performance for office and professional environments, priced from USD $1,999.
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HFW deploys digital edge strategy on Equinix

Tue, 16th Apr 2019
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HFW partners with Equinix to enhance its digital infrastructure in key markets such as Dubai and London, boosting QoE and freeing up resources.
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Fitbit and Snap think you want emojis on your fitness trackers

Mon, 8th Apr 2019
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Fitbit and Snap have launched a Bitmoji app for Fitbit smartwatches, adding avatars to depict users' health and fitness progress.
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Three 'must-haves' for building a resilient edge

Fri, 5th Apr 2019
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Edge computing is set to surpass hyperscale markets, driven by 5G and data demands. Learn the three essentials for resilient edge infrastructure.
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QNAP to leverage 2nd Gen Intel Xeon processors for data-centric workflows

Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
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The new processors are supposedly designed to support an expanding range of existing and emerging data centre and network workloads.
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Okta launches risk-based authentication with machine learning

Wed, 3rd Apr 2019
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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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Passwordless authentication, progressive profiling, per-app branding and unlimited use cases are now possible with the Okta Identity Engine.
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Huawei commits data centre services to APAC ISPs

Mon, 1st Apr 2019
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In addition to releasing a host of new products, Huawei has signed an MoU and publicly stated its data centre plans for the region.
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Vertiv unveils new solution to drastically curb DC energy costs

Fri, 29th Mar 2019
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The company asserts implementing the new UPS solution could save over US$230,000 in energy costs over five years.
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Survey: IT pros nostalgic over on-prem data centre visibility

Tue, 26th Mar 2019
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There are significant security and monitoring challenges faced by IT staff responsible for managing public and private cloud deployments.
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Attacks targeting Cisco Webex extension explode in popularity - WatchGuard

Fri, 22nd Mar 2019
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WatchGuard's Internet Security Report for Q4 2018 also finds growing use of a new sextortion phishing malware customised to individual victims.
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ScaleMatrix acquires edge specialist Instant Data Centers

Fri, 22nd Mar 2019
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According to ScaleMatrix, the move is to take advantage of the latter company's focus on providing ruggedized micro data centers for the edge.
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Geopolitics, economy motivating cyber activity in APAC-AN/Z

Wed, 20th Mar 2019
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Flashpoint's Aaron Shraberg says economic tensions between the US, China, and North Korea are influencing risk management decisions in APAC.
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Workflows should benefit people, not devices

Mon, 18th Mar 2019
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It is important that, in digital transformation journeys, managers remember technology should complement, rather than overtake, employee talent and skillsets.
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Beyond renewables: Emerging technologies for “greening” the data centre

Sat, 16th Mar 2019
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Park Place Technologies' CEO shares his views on innovations aside from renewable energy that can slim a data centre's footprint.
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Flashpoint: APAC companies must factor geopolitics in cyber strategies

Fri, 15th Mar 2019
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As geopolitical tensions spike, APAC firms must integrate political risk into their cyber strategies, as both criminal and state-sponsored threats grow.
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Massive AI market growth to be driven by retail, banking

Wed, 13th Mar 2019
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Spending on AI will hit close to US$36 billion with retail leading the way, followed by banking, according to IDC.
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Check Point names February's most disruptive malware

Tue, 12th Mar 2019
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Coinhive tops Check Point's Global Threat Index for February 2019, marking its 15th month as the most disruptive malware despite its impending shutdown.