There are certain things humans are good at, but security is often not one of them! As more of our lives become digital, the chances of companies and individuals falling victim to ransomware and data exfiltration grows every year. Did you know that South Africa is globally ranked as one of the most vulnerable countries when it comes to cybercrime. Jaco Voigt speaks to AX Xenios about what ransomware and data exfiltration is, why it is hard to detect, and why you should have it on your radar in the new cybersecurity world. Brought to you by Catalytic.
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Data and connectivity are fundamental to a Smart City. Utilising the internet of things, high speed networks and data analysis, it can deliver on its promise of a better quality of life for all its citizens. In this episode, we chat to Koogern Govender, Executive Director at Waterfall Access Networks and Michael Clampett, the Asset Management Executive for Attacq about just what goes into Waterfall’s connectivity and data efforts. We also find out more from Australia about the application of a miraculous material that has the potential to change the way we interact with our homes and buildings, and what it means for Smart City living.
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Jaco Voigt discusses AI, automating, innovating and embracing the power of technology and data to accelerate your business. It's important to remember that to understand the future you must understand the past, as it becomes clear in this podcast that what seems futuristic is actually the norm. We invite you to listen to the importance of embracing technology, keeping your business relevant, accelerating workloads, and encouraging discussions to map out your business’ start and end approach to embrace technology. Brought to you by Catalytic.
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Jaco is joined by a data specialist discussing how storage of data has evolved. Although efficiencies are evident and there is a smaller footprint of products and solutions available, so many businesses still err to enterprise class solutions and external hard drive saving. What businesses believe is cost-effective could be the pennywise scenario as power, cooling, holistic managing, back-ups and malfunction are not considered. Once again the new PoPI Act compliance is something to be considered. There is a price vs performance for storage solutions that should always be investigated. When last did you do a deep dive into what data you are storing? This is a journey that every business needs to walk with an expert, as your data is no different to the money in a bank account - store it wisely as you will miss it when it disappears! Brought to you by Catalytic.
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Jaco and his guest revisit the importance of business efficiency by managing data and embracing technology. The discussion centres around connectivity being the foundation of a successful business, rather than a grudge purchase. The questions any business needs to keep asking are about the cost of data loss, and protecting what they have. Your 'IT guy' is sometimes just a desktop technician, rather than an IT resource - and perhaps it's critical for your business to get objective advice on the benefits of system integration, cyber security and server virtualisation. Brought to you by Catalytic.
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Jaco Voigt does a brief overview of what has been covered in previous Unbundled podcasts. He touches on Catalytic being a trusted advisor for all your business’ IT requirements including connectivity, security, surrounded eco-systems, Unified Communication (UC), back-up and restoration of data. In the fast-paced and ever-changing IT space, it is important to remember that your IT solution should support rather than restrict your business, and be mindful that enticing pricing may not serve your business well. Brought to you by Catalytic.
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This week Jaco and his guest get practical about the key benefits of back-ups. What is your business doing to ensure active saving of valuable data? What is your plan should there be a network breach or a physical disaster? Jaco unpacks different ways to ensure that back-ups are done and discusses the harsh realities of the outcome of a global survey done in 2020 that confirms statistics like, “Only 20% of IT professionals follow best practices” and “While nearly 90% of companies are backing up data, only 41% do it daily”. World Back-Up Day is on 31 March – let this podcast shed some light on what you need to do to ensure business security and preparation! Brought to you by Catalytic.
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01.10.20 Pt 2 - The psychology of children in our global society needs to be taken into account when we impose policy around lockdowns. What are the actual differences in the levels of lockdown? How does one govern themselves during a global pandemic when they don't agree with state mandates around social and physical distancing?
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Coronavirus porn is here
09.02.20 Pt 2 - Super fan Sara Mwaniki joins us, and she reveals that she is in love with a spandex-loving cyclist. Cyclists are sexy, which is news to most, but love is a good thing no matter the price for the soul. Would you lie about having Covid-19 just for the attention? Trump is trolling us all regarding coronavirus, he knows everything, just ask him. If a billionaire loses billions are they still a loser, and should we pity them? Then Luno Africa GM Marius Reitz joins us in studio to answer your crypto questions on the final episode of Decrypto.
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