COVID-19 stories - Page 44

Zeald, a website design and eCommerce specialist, is offering to build a free eCommerce website for struggling small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Australian Government and tech firm Delv have launched a COVID-19 app offering a centralised source of news, resources, and updates for citizens.

DDLS, Australia's largest provider of ICT and cybersecurity training, is offering all courses remotely during the COVID-19 lockdown.

Remote working, charting business outlook and CX are covered in this piece filled with advice for operating in the world of the pandemic.

More than two thirds of organisations fear the COVID-19 pandemic will have a negative impact on their business.

Many businesses have turned to remote working as the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to affect the business community.

Vodafone New Zealand has opened 45 stores this week to support New Zealanders with essential services during the COVID-19 lockdown period.

Despite a push for card-only transactions amid COVID-19, a MYOB study reveals that over half of New Zealanders still carry cash, posing a significant challenge.

The Australian Information Industry Association's new site, Australian Business Continuity, provides support from the AIIA and its partners.

COVID-19 dampens IT infrastructure spending in 2020, with server revenues projected to drop by 3.4% and ESS by 5.5%, says IDC report.

Cybercriminals are exploiting COVID-19 fears, with 80% of threats weaponising the pandemic, says a Proofpoint report, noting 500,000 malicious messages.

Equinix restricts access to European data centres to contain COVID-19 spread, with UK centres following on 31 March. Customers need appointments globally.

Australian technology and services provider Data#3 has launched remote working solutions to support employees and employers during the COVID-19 lockdown.

Christchurch fibre broadband provider Enable will continue to deliver essential services during the lockdown period, supporting the local community.

Compare Broadband says many Australians believe their home broadband is not up to the job of working or studying remotely.

The week ending 22 March saw a 20% increase in global tickets compared to the same period last year, says Zendesk, a customer relationship management company.

The team at Nanogirl have launched an online learning platform for Kiwi kids to help get them through the COVID-19 lockdown period.

DataRobot offers free access to its AI platform for COVID-19 research. The platform includes automated machine learning and data preparation solutions.

COVID-19 lockdowns are straining global internet infrastructure, say researchers at Monash Business School, with increasing latency issues across many regions.

The upgrade introduces enhanced anti-phishing capabilities with a dedicated anti-spoofing feature, as well as bolstered protection within Microsoft Teams.