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Singapore central bank sets up data analytics unit
Monetary Authority of Singapore establishes a new data analytics group, led by a newly appointed chief data officer, to better "position" itself and the local financial sector for the digital economy.
Researchers create new ransomware to target industrial systems
Without too much trouble, the ransomware was quickly able to hijack simulated water treatment plants.
Dubai hopes to launch autonomous drone taxi service in July
Will passenger drones become a part of daily life in the United Arab Emirates?
Recorded Future expands platform to scan every source on the web for digital threats
The threat intelligence platform can now track data across everything from the clear web to closed, underground forums.
Singapore security firm hopes mobile software token will plug hardware holes
State-owned Assurity says its OneKey Mobile app will address common complaints about hardware tokens, but acknowledges it still may not be enough to convince major banks to switch over.
Changes to equity crowdfunding Bill ‘cosmetic’ and ‘locks out’ startups: Labor
Labor has said the Australian government needs to come back with a new crowdfunding framework that is suitable for both private and public companies.
MNF attributes AU$4.9m first-half profit to ‘organic growth’
The VoIP and cloud telco provider posted AU$4.9 million in after-tax profit for the six months to December 31, 2016.
Megaport CEO hands over chief role to COO Vincent English
Denver Maddux will stay with Megaport as a strategic advisor to the board.
Cisco chairman backs drone security startup in $15m Series B round
The counter-drone startup will be using the funds for investment in sales and marketing, as well as for ongoing research and development.
Telstra’s Muru-D scores Salesforce Foundation exec as new lead
Julie Trell joins Muru-D as co-founder Annie Parker moves on.