Three decades of running technology for regulated businesses have taught us a few things, and here we share them: clear analysis of AI, Microsoft 365, cloud and cybersecurity, and how to move forward without loosening your grip on compliance.
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ADGM’s FSRA strengthens cyber risk management framework
ADGM’s FSRA strengthens cyber risk management framework
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Once a niche concern, jurisdiction is now shaping infrastructure strategy – and some countries are ahead of the curve.
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The Federal Office for Cyber Security (FOCS) warns of a surge in chain phishing attacks targeting corporate Microsoft 365 accounts.
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Microsoft has announced Majorana 1, a new quantum chip based on topological qubits. But the scientific community remains both autious and sceptical.
Phishing attacks have increased sharply in Switzerland, with Kaspersky blocking around 6.7 million attempts in 2024 - a rise of over 1,000% compared...
A study by KOF, the Swiss Federal Institute for Economic Studies at ETH Zurich, reveals a decline in radical innovation among Swiss companies.
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Cyber risks remain one of the biggest threats to Swiss financial institutions, according to the latest 2024 risk monitoring report by FINMA.
The Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC) has published a new guide to help organisations understand when and how to report...
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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has launched its Business Plan for 2025-2026, aiming to strengthen the Dubai International Financial...
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New research from Hitachi Vantara has revealed that data storage needs are expected to increase by 150% in the next few years.
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The Federal Office for Cyber Security (FOCS) took part in European Cyber Security Month, with a campaign focussing on how fake AI-generated voices...
The Federal Office for Cyber Security (FOCS) has warned of a new type of cyberattack targeting Swiss companies.
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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has warned the financial services community and the public about a fraudulent scam.
Dubai AI Campus, the largest dedicated cluster of AI companies in the region, and Google Cloud have announced a collaboration aimed at fostering the...
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The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) has partnered with the European Commission and EU Member States to carry out Cyber Security...
Switzerland will join the European Cyber Security Organization (ECSO) to strengthen the country's defences against hackers and online attacks.
In recent years, the current cybersecurity landscape has drastically altered, with threats becoming increasingly sophisticated.
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Gartner has predicted that global end-user spending on SaaS will grow by 20% to $247.2 billion in 2024 and rise to nearly $300 billion by 2025.
The DFSA has published its financial results, and with them laid out its intentions for the year ahead. Here, we take a look at what the update will...
Following an agreement on the regulation of artificial intelligence between negotiators from the European Parliament and the European Council last...
The latest half-yearly report from the FOCS revealed that fraud attempts using AI are increasing sharply in Switzerland.
Do you have to report cyber attacks to the police? A recent study has shown that many companies are unsure whether they have to report cyber attacks.
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Over 30 Swiss energy companies took part in an exercise that simulated large-scale cyber attacks involving cybersecurity agencies and IT specialists.
Penta has been issued with a renewed ISAE 3402 report confirming that its internal IT risk management controls follow best practices.
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It’s a year since Swiss federal documents were leaked onto the dark web, and still no one knows how the scammers stole them.
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The Institute of International Finance (IIF) has conducted a bank risk management with data from 17 European banks – and concluded that the biggest...
According to the Uptime Institute’s latest report, most organisations have experienced a data centre outage, which tends to happen for one of four...
A group of academic researchers have discovered a vulnerability in a commonly used processing chip, including Apple’s new M-series chips, which could...
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The UAE currently hosts 155,000 vulnerable cyber assets, a staggering 40 percent of which are over five years old, according to a new report.
The EU AI Act, as it is known, signifies a sea change in official approaches to the rapidly evolving technology, and could affect your business.
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All browsers on phones and desktops offer the chance to set up a private browser. Here’s how.
As of 1 January 2024, insurance intermediation is now subject to new regulation in Switzerland. Are you compliant?
Most companies can barely track anything, frightening though that may sound. And it’s a big security worry, to put it lightly.
On January 1, 2024, five new amendments to the DFSA Rulebook will be in place. Are you ready for the new DFSA laws?
54% of IT managers think staff are satisfied with their IT while reality is only 24%
Swiss SMEs are behind the times according to a new study by Digitalswitzerland. One in ten Swiss SMEs have been cyberattacked.
Penta has joined the Geneva Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services (CCIG).
We are delighted to announce that Penta has become a Corporate Member of the Swiss Business Council (SBC) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Penta’s cyber security expert Mohammad Hammoudeh shares his 5 key pillars of success for effective internal cyber security training.
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The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) recently published a report on its first industry-level cyber simulation exercise.
Penta achieved the internationally recognized Investors in People accreditation which is considered the gold standard for people management.
Penta was awarded ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification in May 2023, the first company in Dubai and Geneva to achieve this.
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Cyber attacks are on the rise in volume and sophistication, and SMEs are in the criminals’ crosshairs. How to protect your SME.
To help you get the most out of Microsoft Teams, we’ve put together a list of the top five useful features that you may not have known about.
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Penta’s DIFC data center now runs on a Tier III certified infrastructure
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The pace of change in technology is showing no signs of slowing, so businesses have plenty of challenges to face down in the near future.
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Microsoft Outlook remains the world’s most popular email client, synchronizing with almost any email platform.
Penta announces partnership with authentication specialist Duo
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Today, Penta is a worldwide IT powerhouse, with offices in three continents serving markets around the world. However, 22 years ago the company began...
IT support is more than added value. It is a core service.
Penta is pleased to announce it has scored a ‘no deviations noted’ compliance rating following a year-long independent audit.
DEWA’s MORO Hub represents a large investment in Dubai’s data economy, one which Penta is proud to be a part of.
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Secure file sharing: avoiding the $600 billion problem
Corporate file sharing platform Penta SecureBox launched
Penta launches the secure file sharing platform Penta SecureBox