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Shock and awe: why quantum is the next big thing to shake up the cybersecurity world
For years, “AI-driven detection”, “automated response” dominated the conversation, as attackers and defenders alike exploited the benefits of machine intelligence. But now, something even more disruptive is emerging and beginning to take centre stage: quantum computing. And the new paradigm it offers capitalises on the laws of quantum mechanics to provide significant performance improvement for certain applications, and to enable new architectures of computing beyond existing classical computers.
How to Stand Out at MWC 2025: Insights from media coverage
We have analysed a sample of media and analyst coverage from this year’s show to understand the themes that dominated the headlines, and how vendors show up at such an important yet competitive event. Prepare your story early In the lead up to MWC 2024, coverage gained momentum in the second half of February, with the number of articles doubling across core telecoms media.
How cybersecurity PR and marketing teams can make the most of threat intelligence
Cybersecurity journalists have an exciting job, especially when they need to report on illegal activity online; however, their sources can be limited when writing about a hack or security incident. Bad actors do a pretty good job staying off the radar so information on them can be very difficult to come by which is why over the years, cybersecurity journalists have formed a unique alliance with threat intelligence teams as their go-to source when an attack happens.
Why PR is so relevant to M&A
M&A activity isn’t a foreign concept to me, every year we distribute and promote press releases about company sales or funding rounds. We are fully aware of the significant value positive PR can add once a transaction is completed. But this is the culmination of a longer process that can start months, sometimes years before.
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How '90s Supergroup 2 Unlimited Were Torn Apart
More 2 Unlimited Legendary techno-pop band 2 Unlimited was the sound of the 1990s, achieving sixteen major international hits and selling more than 18 million records. Rapper Ray Slijngaard and singer Anita Doth were the charismatic faces of the band, which was plastered on teenage bedroom walls all around the world thanks to mega-selling tracks like Get Ready For This and No Limit. But the band was torn apart by a string of dramas over love, sex and money.
PRs need to think more like data scientists
When it comes to data there is a significant skills gap in PR. Coverage Book’s 2023 PR Data Literacy research found half the PR professionals surveyed lack confidence in their data literacy skills. Despite a raft of third-party tools and services which can supply PR professionals with the insight they need, we’ve struggled to use them effectively. We’ve relied on old habits, such as vanity metrics, that often fail to communicate PR value at the board level.
Looking back on 2023 and forward onto 2024
According to SimilarWeb ChatGPT was the most searched term on Google in 2023, beating the Premier League but edged out by NBA basketball. Everyone was looking for a use case for AI, from enhancing the way people work to having it write songs and create memes. People were also keen to point out its limitations, bugs, vulnerabilities and its tendency to ‘hallucinate’ answers.
Stock Aitken Waterman: it’s time to reassess the ’80s hit factory – The Sydney Sentinel
It's time to reassess songwriting and production team Stock Aitken Waterman, whose cultural impact is still being felt today, writes Matthew Denby. Pictured (left to right) are Matt Aitken, Pete Waterman and Mike Stock in the 1980s. File photo. Matthew Denby tells why it’s time to reassess the legacy of much-maligned 1980s hitmakers Stock Aitken Waterman.
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Prince William’s rage over being ‘stabbed in the back’ by Meghan and Harry
Home Royals The Prince of Wales and Duke of Cambridge are both ‘incandescent with rage’ - by Matthew Denby Things are going from bad to worse for Prince Harry this morning, with his own brother, Prince William, reportedly 'incandescent with rage' over his decision to blindside the royal house by releasing a statement about his decision to step back from duties as a senior royal and move to North America.
BREAKING: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ‘to give up titles’ amid Canada move
Home Royals The royal couple are planning radical move amid bitterness over royal snubs - by Matthew Denby Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are planning to relocate to Canada for a substantial part of this year – and are seriously considering giving up their royal titles to make that possible, according to a bombshell UK newspaper report today.
CONFIRMED: Big changes are coming for Vegemite
Home Food The beloved spread is embracing a whole new world - but some aren't happy - by Matthew Denby Australians overseas and foreign Vegemite lovers can rejoice, with the news that the makers of the beloved spread are now shipping it globally – meaning you can have a taste of Australia in the UK, US and Canada. This comes amid controversy over claims the product has changed in taste and texture since it recently became certified as Vegan-friendly.
The Brady Bunch star tells: New show healed Marcia and Jan’s real-life feud
Home Celebrity Actor Christopher Knight, who played Peter, talks to New Idea about A Very Brady Renovation - by Matthew Denby Here’s the storyof a blended family who are so beloved, we’re still obsessing over them 50 years after they first hit the airwaves. Yes,the Brady Bunchare back on Aussie screens – and it’s for project so fun and wholesome it even managed to reunite previously estranged TV sisters Marcia (Maureen McCormick) andJan(Eve Plumb).
Aussie ski holidays: Howling good fun at Mount Baw Baw
From beginners to pros, Baw Baw has something for everyone. Supplied The hills are alive The resort boasts 35 hectares of terrain, and Mother Nature has really turned on the snow for our visit. On offer are 25 downhill runs, 10 kilometres of groomed terrain, cross-country trails, seven ski lifts, snow play areas, winter hiking and tobogganing – and the many families around us are absolutely loving it.
Royal shock as Prince Andrew 'betrays the Queen'
Prince Andrew’s British TV interview about his involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein sex scandal has been widely described as a 'train wreck' – and now it seems the damage from the ill-advised chat extends right to the top. Andrew’s mother, Her Majesty the Queen, had not given her approval for the disastrous interview – and now the monarch has been left seething over the betrayal.
WATCH: Nude man’s bizarre romp on Melbourne train
Home News It's the video of a naked commuter that will have you avoiding public transport forever - by Matthew Denby Nude belly slides on public transport are apparently now a thing inMelbourne,Australia, with a bunch of videos emerging today of a completelynaked mandoing just that – to the horror/disgust/delight/amusement of a carriage full of passengers.
WATCH: Why the Queen couldn’t stop laughing during farm visit
Home Royals Her Majesty has a right royal laugh - by Matthew Denby The Queen isn’t exactly known for her raging sense of humour, but the usually sober-faced monarch was tickled pink during a farm visit inEdinburghovernight after interacting with two residents. Looking at a pig that was struggling to make itself comfortable in the heat, the Queen was seen pointing and laughing, as her farmer host noted the animal ‘has a bit of an itch’.
New Star Wars trailer: See 'Evil Rey' and the return of the late Carrie Fisher
Home Film And Movies It's the final chapter of the Skywalker family saga - by Matthew Denby The saga of the Skywalker family is about to come to an end, and we’ve had a new glimpse at its final outing, with a ‘Sneak Peek’ trailer of the new Star Wars chapter, The Rise of Skywalker, released this morning. And there’s plenty in the new Disney production that has got Star Wars fans very excited; from the return of old heroes and villains, to some shocking plot twists.
FIRST PICS: Fifi Box welcomes baby girl - and what a name!
Home Celebrity See the gorgeous image here - by Matthew Denby Congratulations to radio and TV star Fifi Box, who has just welcomed a baby daughter. It only seems like yesterday that Fifi announced her baby news to daughter Trixie - see the emotional video below! Taking to Instagram, the star shared a gorgeous image of her cradled the newborn, with other daughter Trixie getting in on the action. ‘Welcome to the world our beautiful little sweetheart Daisy Belle Box!! 💕💕,’ wrote the star.
WATCH: What happened to 'Revhead' from Home and Away?
Home Home & Away The former TV favourite reveals where he ended up - by Matthew Denby He was one of the biggest stars on Aussie TV in the late eighties and early nineties, so what happened to former Home and Away and A Country Practice star Gavin Harrison? WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW TO SEE 'REVHEAD' NOW! The onetime actor, who shot to fame as bad boy Henry ‘Revhead’ Gibson, has been keeping very busy since the spotlight faded, moving to LA to make it film production and advertising.
Prince Philip’s attack on the Queen: ‘Who does she think she is?’
Home Royals He lashes out after the monarch admonished him - by Matthew Denby Despite 71 years of apparently happy marriage, the Queen and Prince Philip have had their issues – including one horrible incident in which the outraged monarch tore trips off her husband in front of a guest. WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW Always one for a prank, Philip attempted to impress a guest by stuffing ono of the Queen’s beloved corgis into a cupboard.
GREAT PICS: Pregnant Married at First Sight star Davina shows off baby bump
Home Celebrity The former reality TV star is on top of the moon - by Matthew Denby Pregnancy is clearly bringing a lot of joy to former Married at First Sight star Davina Rankin and partner Jaxon Manuel, with the pair all smiles as they stepped out in Brisbane. WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW With the couple stopping regularly to take turning rubbing and touching her belly, it seems they’ve both got baby very much on their minds.
Israel Folau's GoFundMe campaign has just been shut down amid huge backlash
Folau is back in the headlines 'Speaking of feeling marginalised, do you believe that homosexuals go to hell?' Lisa pointedly asked. 'The mainstream Christian belief on this is that all of us are born going to hell,' Mr Iles responded, notably without addressing the specific nature of the question.
WATCH: Shocking Tennis accident as ball boy injured
Home Celebrity This really really make you wince - by Matthew Denby It’s the nasty on-court injury that has everyone talking today. When a ball boy went down at the Halle Open, it had viewers wincing around the world. WATCH THE SHOCKING SCENE BELOW Players Pierre-Hugues Herbert and Sergiy Stakhovsky were facing off in Germany when the ball boy went over on the grass while attempting to retrieve the ball.
WATCH: Police called as Super Switch star says he is being held prisoner
Home Reality TV It's the moment that dating show spun out of control - by Matthew Denby Relationship show The Super Switch almost turned into a police drama last night, when contestant Marcus called the cops, claiming he was being held against his will. WATCH THE DRAMATIC MOMENT BELOW The crisis erupted when he perceived that contestants were ganging up on him over his relationship issues with partner Aimee, after she complained he didn’t take their problems seriously.
WATCH: Love Island’s Taylor and Dom announce split in emotional video confessional
Home Reality TV The reality TV couple parade their breakup for fans - by Matthew Denby We all saw it coming, and now Love Island Australia couple Tayla Damir and Dom Thomas have confirmed they are no more. WATCH THE COUPLE'S BREAKUP VIDEO BELOW In typical reality TV star style, the duo made a meal of the announcement on social media, posting a video entitled Answering Your Question: Have We Broken Up? while at the same time asking that 'everyone respect our privacy'.
BREAKING: William and Kate caught in horror road accident
Home Royals An elderly woman was hospitalised in a critical condition - by Matthew Denby A woman has been hospitalised in a critical condition and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have been left shaken, following a devastating collision involving their convoy. It has emerged that the couple were on their way to Windsor for the Order of the Garter festivities - SEE VIDEO BELOW - when a police motorcycle accompanying their car struck Irene Mayor, 83, in south-west London.
HEALTH ALERT: Kids are growing horns due to smart phones
Home Health & Wellbeing It's the bizarre medical condition caused by excessive phone use - by Matthew Denby We all know that habitual use of smart phones has changed our manners for the worse, but it now it seems they’re also altering our bones – even causing the development of horn-like growths! WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW A Sunshine Coast University study of 1200 people has found that 41 per cent of participants aged between 18 and 30 have developed a bony lump at the rear of their skulls, known...
WILD PHOTOS: How 'merry' Mike Tindall made the Queen laugh at Royal Ascot
Home Royals It's the moment that had TV viewers guessing - by Matthew Denby It takes a bold man to try to make the Queen laugh – and succeed – but that’s exactly what Mike Tindall did at Royal Ascot on Tuesday, following a day of royal horseplay that saw him in high spirits with Princess Beatrice and Prince William.
Why Meghan and Harry didn’t attend Royal Ascot with William and Kate
Home Royals The family feud appears to be getting more blatant - by Matthew Denby Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were a major feature of last year’s festivities at Royal Ascot, but the American-born former actress and her royal husband were nowhere to be seen when this year’s event kicked off overnight, amid growing talk of a deeper rift with some royal family members.
HORROR as giant huntsman spider devours possum
Home News They're the shocking pictures you can't unsee - by Matthew Denby It was every arachnophobe's worst nightmare when one Aussie couple encountered a large huntsman spider devouring a possum in their Tasmanian holiday accommodation. Tasmanian Justin Latton posted these gross and disturbing images of the familiar house spider chowing down on a pygmy possum in their lodgings at Mount Field National Park.
WATCH: The Project backlash over shirtless guest’s jokes about daughters’ periods
Home Celebrity It's the segment that people either love or hate - by Matthew Denby Talk show The Project does a lot better in the media outrage cycle than it does in the ratings, so producers must be thrilled with the backlash over last night’s guest, US comedian Bert Kreischer, who incensed some on social media with his ribald discussion of his daughters’ periods.
OJ Simpson tells all on ‘sex with Kris Jenner’ and being ‘Khloe Kardashian’s father’
Home Celebrity The disgraced former star speaks out - by Matthew Denby Many people think OJ Simpson brutally murdered his ex-wife Nicole and her friend Ron Goldman, and hate the fact that he got away with it. But there’s been another unpleasant scandal that has attached to the tarnished former football great recently – claims of a sexual affair with Kris Jenner while she was married to his then close friend Robert Kardashian, and allegations he is secretly Khloe Kardashian’s biological father.
WATCH: Snapchat car crash pair - Why we posted selfie just after friend died
It was the image that shocked Australia: two friends posting a social media image of themselves in hospital, following a car crash that killed their close friend, Shania McNeil, 21, who had been driving their car. WATCH THE FULL HORRIFYING VIDEO BELOW Adding to the horror, the emergence of a Snapchat video taken seconds before the crash that appeared to show the women playing chicken with oncoming traffic.
WATCH: Sunrise star David Koch quizzes Sam Mac on his tortured love life
Home Celebrity The popular weatherman was taken aback as his colleague asked the big question - by Matthew Denby Sunrisefavourite and New Idea columnist Sam Mac has been confronted on the show this morning byDavidKoch about his love life – and his alleged designs on the popular host's job! WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW Sam, who this week begins his exciting new column in New Idea, was speaking about his fun photo shoot with cat Coco, and his revealing interview – in which he discusses his currently...
BREAKING royal news: Sarah Ferguson shares picture from Andrew's surprise wedding
Happy news for Sarah Ferguson, with the Duchess of York sharing a photograph of her brother Andrew’s wedding. Marking Father’s Day, Sarah posted a photo of the big day in a message to her late father, Major Ronald Ferguson. WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW ‘Miss you Dads .. Happy Father’s Day .. you would be so proud of your son Andrew who got married yesterday to Florence Hill,’ Sarah wrote.
WATCH: Shock video of mum giving birth in car goes viral
Home News WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT - It's the footage that has to be seen to be believed - by Matthew Denby This is the amazing video of a Nevada woman giving birth in the frontpassenger seatof her car, while being rushed to hospital. WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW - WARNING, CONTAINS GRAPHIC SCENES OF CHILD BIRTH Mike Anthony Addison was driving heavily pregnant wife Rudy Napier to her final check-up, with three other kids in theback seat.
Royal news: Prince Harry’s surprise admission about himself, William and Kate
Home Royals The Duke gives a fascinating insight into what really happened at royal wedding - by Matthew Denby He’s on top of the world right now, after his own marriage toMeghan Markleand the arrival of babyArchie, butPrince Harry, theDuke of Sussex, has made a confession about himself – and theBritish royal family- that might surprise some royal observers.
WATCH: Kate Middleton had an awesome response to child's question about Princess Elsa
Being a Princess isn’t much like Disney – as two little girls found out, when they met Kate Middleton during a visit to rural Cumbria overnight. WATCH THE VIDEO OF THE DELIGHTFUL ENCOUNTER BELOW Visiting with Prince William to tour local farms, the Duchess of Cambridge met two young sisters, who became momentarily shy when they encountered their idol. ‘It’s a princess. You love princesses!’ the girls’ father announced, as the two youngsters shook Kate’s hand.
OJ Simpson murder case shock: Brutal double murder was 25 years ago today
It’s hard to believe, but 25 years have now passed since the brutal deaths of Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman - a crime that famously saw Nicole’s ex-husband, former NFL football icon turned actor OJ Simpson, accused of their murders in what was dubbed 'the trial of the century'.
EXCLUSIVE PICS: Loved up Princess Eugenie’s beautiful family announcement
Princess Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank looked loved up and cosy as they shopped together at a supermarket in London's Notting Hill, often holding each other tight as they moved through a crowd of oblivious shoppers. The casual scene was a far cry to earlier in the week, when Eugenie joined the rest of the royal family on the balcony at Buckingham Palace - WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW.
Amazing pics: Kate Middleton as you’ve never seen her before
Home Royals The Duchess of Cambridge as you’ve never seen her before - by Matthew Denby She’s the queen of royal glamour, butKate Middleton,Duchess of Cambridge, showed a whole new side to herself when she got involved in somesheep shearinginCumbria. WATCH THE VIDEO OF KATE'S VISIT TO CUMBRIA BELOW A giggling Kate got down and dirty in the shearing shed at traditional sheep farm,Deepdale Hall nPatterdale.
House Rules scandal erupts: "They cheated!”
Home House Rules Rules Mikaela and Eliza accuse Shayn and Carly of strategic scoring - by Matthew Denby House Rules evictees Mikaela and Eliza are furious about some of the scoring on the show, accusing Shayn and Carly of dirty tactics. WATCH THE SHOCK ELIMINATION VIDEO BELOW With tensions still running high, the evicted duo are calling out their competitors for alleged strategic scoring. It’s against the rules to not credit the best work.
WATCH: Kate Middleton had an awesome response to child's question about Princess Elsa
Being a Princess isn’t much like Disney – as two little girls found out, when they met Kate Middleton during a visit to rural Cumbria overnight. WATCH THE VIDEO OF THE DELIGHTFUL ENCOUNTER BELOW Visiting with Prince William to tour local farms, the Duchess of Cambridge met two young sisters, who became momentarily shy when they encountered their idol. ‘It’s a princess. You love princesses!’ the girls’ father announced, as the two youngsters shook Kate’s hand.
WATCH: The moment Prince Louis almost knocks off Camilla's hat
Home Royals It's the royal moment that everyone is talking about - by Matthew Denby Fresh from that viral moment when she winked behind the back of visiting US presidentDonaldTrump,Camilla,the Duchessof Cornwallis the centre of new buzz, as royal fans scrutinise her delightful interaction with one-year-old Prince Luis duringTrooping the Colourfestivities.
The Voice star Jack Vidgen reveals another radical change to his appearance
He’s a proud devotee of injectables, but The Voice Australia sensation Jack Vidgen isn’t limiting himself to a quick jab in order to change around his appearance. WATCH THE STAR REACTING TO HIS OWN PERFORMANCE ON THE VOICE BELOW The star, who shot to fame on Australia's Got Talent, has just unveiled a radical new look, in his never-ending quest to find a new look. Unveiling a startling platinum blonde transformation, the 22-year-old star is clearly tired of his familiar honey blonde locks.
SHOCK VIDEO: 'Bizarre creature' filmed lurking outside suburban home
Home News Whether it's a ghost, an alien or a kid having a laugh, you have to admit this visitor makes a memorable entrance - by Matthew Denby What on earth is this bizarre figure caught on a suburban family’s CCTV camera? And does JK Rowling get royalties from its appearance?
"Royal snub": Why Zara Tindall was REALLY absent from Trooping the Colour
Home Royals The Queen's granddaughter was not at the family event - by Matthew Denby TheTrooping the Colourevent winLondonas a major success for theBritish royal familythis year, but there was one notable family absence that still has everyone talking. Where wereZaraand Mike Tindall? Was it really a right royal snub?
WATCH: Woman dragged by car in Melbourne road rage horror
Home News It's the vision that will leave you stunned - by Matthew Denby Bystanders were left shocked, and a woman was hospitalised with disturbing injuries, after a car sped down a Melbourne, Australia street with the hapless woman hanging from the window. WATCH THE SHOCKING VIDEO BELOW The bizarre road rage incident followed an alleged fracas on Monday, with the woman reportedly approaching the Mazda to confront the driver after they allegedly hit her vehicle without stopping.
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