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Small Business (SMB) stories

Cyber criminals not fussy when choosing their next victim

Small-to-medium-sized companies with an online presence are just as at risk as large, multinational corporations and Government departments.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Mar 2022

Fintech

FinTech Easy Business App expands its finance app ecosystem

Fintech start-up Easy Business App has launched Easy Invoicing, a new invoicing solution for Australian small business owners and accountants.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Feb 2022

EduTech

New Xero App Launcher helps get more apps to small businesses

Xero has announced App Launcher, a new way for customers to launch and sign in to their favourite Xero App Store apps.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Feb 2022

Data Science

Smarter.ai has announced its £1 million pre-seed raise

The world's first AI marketplace to help SMEs compete with Big Tech announces its pre-seed raise led by Fuel Ventures and Hambro Perks.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Feb 2022

Phishing

Vulnerability exploitation top threat to SMBs - report

Exploiting vulnerabilities was the top threat to SMBs in 2021, says CYREBRO's new report, which analysed over 310k alerts from its customers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Feb 2022

Unified Communications

LogMeIn changes name to GoTo; releases new product portfolio

LogMeIn rebrands as GoTo, specializing in IT services for SMBs. New product portfolio includes GoTo Resolve and GoTo Connect. New partner network also launched.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Feb 2022

Software-as-a-Service

Foresite acquires Cyber Lantern to make SMBs less vulnerable to devastating breaches

Foresite Cybersecurity has announced the acquisition of Cyber Lantern into its security monitoring, management, and assessment solutions.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Feb 2022

Data Analytics

Salesforce now requiring all users to implement MFA

Salesforce has strengthened its security measures by implementing multi-factor authentication for all users to combat cyber attacks.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2022

Supply Chain

E-signature software use in small to medium businesses on the rise

According to new research, global e-signature software usage in small to medium businesses (SMEs) is set to grow by 30% over the next five years.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022

Malware

January promises rise in ransomware, Business Australia offers 7 top tips

Experts warn of rising cyber attacks in Australia as January becomes a prime time for ransomware attacks. Small businesses urged to be prepared.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jan 2022

Artificial Intelligence

AI-driven cybersecurity company Cybots ANZ hires new direct sales channel manager

AI-driven cybersecurity company Cybots has announced the appointment of David Toniazzo as its new direct sales channel manager.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Dec 2021

Marketing Technologies

Sydney startup Metigy announces global expansion to assists SMEs with digital marketing

Sydney based AI marketing startup Metigy has expanded its reach to the USA and Singapore, as COVID-19 continues to drive SMEs to digital marketing globally.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Dec 2021

Unified Communications

NETGEAR expands Australia and New Zealand portfolio with new access points

NETGEAR has announced its new range of WiFi 6 Access points: WAX202, WAX206, WAX214 and WAX218, which are now available in Australia and New Zealand.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Dec 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

Risk & Compliance

Popularity of branded masks may come back to bite SMEs

Businesses risk sick leave, grievances and prosecution if they issue staff with branded cloth masks instead of higher-grade PPE.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 27th Feb 2022

Hybrid & Remote Work

Wellington council steps in to support businesses

Retail and hospitality firms in Wellington will get relief from fees, parking charges and rates as the city seeks to cushion Omicron losses.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Feb 2022

Data Protection

Kiwi exporters finding 'She'll be Right' doesn't fly in Europe

Cybersecurity expert Daniel Watson says international customers are demanding more rigorous cybersecurity from NZ firms.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Feb 2022

Small Business

COVID-19 and international banking stalls NZ business global expansion

New Zealand businesses face challenges in expanding overseas due to COVID-19 and international payments, says Wise Business research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2022

Email Security

Cybercriminals adopt con-artist tactics to trick unsuspecting Kiwis

Cybercriminals in New Zealand are blending cyberattacks with old-school con tactics, posing as bank fraud teams and duping Kiwis into revealing personal data.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Dec 2021

Data Analytics

How to prepare your business for the end of year surge

Small firms can avoid a holiday cash squeeze by chasing invoices early, boosting stock and hiring staff before demand peaks.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 5th Dec 2021

Sustainability

CCNZ names incoming Chief Executive

The civil construction lobby will have a new voice on training, immigration and safety when Alan Pollard takes over as Chief Executive in January.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 5th Dec 2021