17 November 2004Electronics Technology
Information Security
News & Events
Aldec increased the performance of its Riviera 2004.04 over the previous release, yielding as much as a 2x speed-up for mixed VHDL and Verilog designs. The performance increase was achieved by optimising the communication between language compilers and additional optimisation of the VHDL and Verilog compilers individually. Additional performance increases were achieved with the new waveform database structure in Riviera 2004.04. It now includes new debugging and graphical interface improvements to provide customers with one of the fastest operating system-independent RTL debugging environments available.
Highest increase in global cyberattacks in two years
Information Security News & Events
Check Point Global Research released new data on Q2 2024 cyber-attack trends, noting a 30% global increase in Q2 2024, with Africa experiencing the highest average weekly per organisation.
Read more...From QR code to compromise
Information Security News & Events
A new attack vector involves threat actors using fraudulent QR codes emailed in PDF attachments to bypass companies' phishing security measures by requiring users to scan the code with their mobile phones.
Read more...Here’s to a SMART 2025 SMART Security Solutions
Editor's Choice News & Events
This is the final news brief from SMART Security Solutions for 2024, and the teams would like to take this opportunity to thank our readers, advertisers and partners and wish everyone a safe and secure festive season.
Read more...Organisations fear AI-driven cyberattacks, but lack key defences Kaspersky
Information Security News & Events Training & Education
A recent Kaspersky study reveals that businesses are increasingly worried about the growing use of artificial intelligence in cyberattacks, with 56% of surveyed companies in South Africa reporting a rise in cyber incidents over the past year.
Read more...Smart surveillance and cyber resilience Axis Communications SA
Surveillance Information Security Government and Parastatal (Industry) Facilities & Building Management
South Africa’s critical infrastructure sector has to step up its game regarding cybersecurity and the evolving risk landscape. The sector has become a prime target for cybercriminals on top of physical threat actors, and the consequences of an incident can be far-reaching.
Read more...ONVIF launches new online learning initiative
Training & Education Surveillance News & Events
ONVIF has released the first course in a new online learning initiative designed to promote greater knowledge and understanding of ONVIF's workings. The first “Introduction to ONVIF” course is now available.
Read more...Axis announces ARTPEC-9 SoC Axis Communications SA
Surveillance News & Events
Axis Communications has announced the 9th generation of its system-on-chip (SoC). ARTPEC-9 builds on and refines the capabilities and features of previous generations of the company’s in-house designed SoC, including exceptionally low bitrate, AI-powered analytics, quality imaging, and enhanced cybersecurity.
Read more...Enhanced remote video management Duxbury Networking
Surveillance News & Events
Duxbury Networking has announced the release of Milestone Systems’ XProtect 2024 R2 advanced video management software (VMS), offering improved remote management, optimised video performance, and further enhancing the operational efficiency of businesses across various sectors.
Read more...SA company develops world-first safe K9 training for drug detection
Editor's Choice News & Events Security Services & Risk Management Government and Parastatal (Industry)
The Braveheart Bio-Dog Academy recently announced the results of its scientific research into training dogs to accurately detect drugs and explosives without harming either the dogs or their handlers.
Read more...Autonomous healing systems are the future
Infrastructure Information Security AI & Data Analytics
Autonomous healing software, an emerging technology, is gaining traction for its potential to transform how organisations manage software maintenance, security, and system performance.