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CISO of Cequence sets 2023 goals focusing on security growth

Randolph Barr, CISO at Cequence, sets ambitious 2023 goals to enhance security communication, engage with the security community, and support talent in the Philippines.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2024

Data Protection

Vectra AI extends partnership with Globe Telecom to boost security

Vectra AI is extending its partnership with Globe Telecom to enhance cybersecurity, achieving a 99% reduction in alert noise for 80 million customers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024

Unified Communications

Meta dismantles over 2 million scam-linked accounts

Meta has dismantled over two million accounts linked to global scam centres, collaborating with law enforcement to tackle sophisticated online fraud schemes.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Digital Transformation

EastWest Bank partners MoEngage for digital innovation

EastWest Bank has teamed up with MoEngage to enhance its digital banking experience with tailored engagement solutions for clients across various sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Data Protection

Kudosity launches RCS beta testing in the Asia Pacific

Kudosity has launched beta testing for Rich Communication Services in the Asia Pacific, inviting businesses to enhance customer engagement through innovative messaging.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024

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Philippines stories

Digital Transformation

SAP appoints Jill Santos as Managing Director, Philippines

Jill Santos has been appointed Managing Director of SAP Philippines, aiming to drive digital transformation and sustainable practices in the local economy.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025

BlackRock

IP3 launches platform to tackle $300 billion gap in Philippines

The Indo-Pacific Partnership for Prosperity has launched a platform to address the $300 billion infrastructure investment gap in the Philippines.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2024

Firewalls

Kaspersky blocks over 23M bruteforce attacks in SE Asia

Kaspersky has blocked over 23 million bruteforce attacks targeting businesses in Southeast Asia in the first half of 2024, highlighting ongoing threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2024

Hyperscale

STT GDC partners with Zenlayer to enhance data connectivity

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres partners with Zenlayer to enhance private connectivity across Southeast Asia's data centre platform, boosting performance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

Firewalls

Southeast Asia sees surge in web threats amid digital shift

Southeast Asia faced an alarming average of 146,944 web threats daily in H1 2024, with Malaysia leading at 19,615,255 incidents, Kaspersky warns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Dec 2024

Malware

Kaspersky reports 24 million on-device threats in SE Asia

Businesses in Southeast Asia faced over 24 million on-device threats in H1 2024, with Vietnam and Indonesia topping the list, according to Kaspersky.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

Unified Communications

Maxicare improves operations with NICE Workforce Management

Maxicare has significantly improved customer experience and operational efficiency in its contact centres by implementing NICE Workforce Management.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024

Data sovereignty

Zadara expands Sovereign AI Cloud portfolio for partners

Zadara has expanded its Sovereign AI Cloud portfolio, empowering partners with advanced AI technologies and certification to meet customer demands.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024

Fintech

Surge in financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia

Kaspersky has revealed a staggering 330,000 financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia in early 2024, a rise of 41% from last year.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Data Protection

Proofpoint appoints JP Yu to lead operations in SAK region

Cybersecurity firm Proofpoint has appointed JP Yu as Vice President for Southeast Asia and Korea, aiming to bolster sales across the rapidly evolving region.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024

Ransomware

Ransomware attacks surge in Southeast Asia with 57,000 cases

Kaspersky has detected over 57,000 ransomware attacks in Southeast Asia this year, with Indonesia facing the most incidents as cybercriminals target key sectors.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024

Supply Chain

ASEAN-6 MSMEs boost eCommerce exports with Amazon help

A report by Amazon reveals that ASEAN-6 MSMEs contributed 38% of USD $18.9 billion in eCommerce exports, highlighting vital growth and export challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024