Tag: disaster recovery
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Australia's Disaster Resilience Plan Threatens Fiscal Burden Shift
The Australian government's Disaster Resilience Plan could significantly shift the financial burden of disaster recovery onto Queensland, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia, adding to the country's already staggering $1.051 trillion federal gross debt forecast for 2026-27. This proposed 50:50 cost-sharing arrangement aims to simplify and standardize disaster funding, but may leave states and territories footing a larger bill.
Ransomware Recovery Plans Routinely Crumble Under Attack
The harsh reality is that most ransomware recovery plans fail to deliver, with a staggering 99.5% of over 800 clients assessed by Fenix24 missing their 24-48 hour recovery targets. Even partial recoveries were rare, and full operations often took weeks to restore.
Backup Verification Exposes Hidden Recovery Risks
Relying solely on data backup isn't enough - you need to verify that your applications can actually be recovered and restored to working order in the event of a disaster. Simply copying data to storage doesn't guarantee a smooth recovery, and that's a risk many IT professionals are unknowingly taking.
Concept for Underground Hospital Reveals Atomic Bomb Preparedness
Imagine a hospital hidden beneath the earth, designed to shield patients and staff from the devastating effects of an atomic bomb, with advanced features like Geiger counters and decontamination chambers. This futuristic underground facility could accommodate 700 patients, a full medical team, and even civilians, providing a safe haven with its own food, water, and supplies.
European Firms Launch Sovereign Disaster Recovery Offering
Four European tech firms have teamed up to offer a game-changing solution: a fully sovereign disaster recovery pack that lets businesses safeguard their critical technology from external threats, giving them peace of mind in an uncertain world. This innovative stack is designed to sit on corporate premises, shielding users from potential disruptions and ensuring business continuity.