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ABC News
23-05-2025
- ABC News
Ex-AFL player Nick Stevens accused of defrauding swimming pool customer of almost $30k
A new witness has given evidence in former AFL player Nick Stevens' fraud trial, alleging Mr Stevens duped him out of almost $30,000 in a dodgy swimming pool deal. Stevens is charged with dishonestly accepting more than $170,000 from families in Greater Mildura and is currently facing trial in the County Court of Victoria. Earlier in the trial the 45-year-old pleaded not guilty to all 18 fraud-related charges. The court heard on Friday that David Byrnes paid Mr Stevens $27,513.75 on November 14, 2017 for a pool to be installed at his Irymple address, one suburb away from Mildura, equalling 75 per cent of the total cost of the pool. Mr Byrnes told the court he was expecting Mr Stevens to deliver and install a brand new pool, however was given a beat-up, cracked pool riddled with structural and aesthetic problems. "It wasn't brand new. There was cracks. There still is cracks," Mr Byrnes said before the jury. "[There were] surface cracks in the steps and there was a big hole in the skimmer box that stood out. There was square foam bits on the side of it [the pool].' Upon further investigation, Mr Byrnes learned Mr Stevens also lacked the proper permit to install the structure. "We thought part of the process was you had to get the permit first to start the proceedings to put the pool in," Mr Byrnes said. Mr Stevens never replaced the damaged pool, never installed it legally and correctly, and never provided Mr Byrnes with a refund, the court heard. "You need business insurance from a builder to get the permit to put the pool in," Mr Byrnes said. "Nick didn't have that builders licence to get the insurance to get the permit." Mr Byrnes told the court he asked Mr Stevens for a refund several times. To which Mr Byrnes alleged Mr Stevens responded: "You've got to be kidding me. It's not worth taking the pool out." Director of sales distribution at Explore Industries – formerly Leisure Pools – Jason Smith took the stand on Friday. Mr Smith has held the position at the Queensland-based pool distribution business for two decades, including throughout the time of Mr Stevens' alleged offending. The County Court heard defence barrister Jim Stavris read part of a statement Mr Smith had given, where he said: "He [Nick Stevens] told me [Jason Smith] Nick had a good friend [Brian Mcdonnell] in Mildura who would provide the correct licensing until such time Nick could obtain his own." "I was reassured by him he had this covered and so proceeded to the dealership phase," Mr Smith's statement read. Mr Smith replied by saying he didn't understand. Mr Smith said the plan proposed by Brian Mcdonnell addressed a "gap" in the pool licensing system. "People need a licence to be able to install swimming pools," he told the court. "But you can't learn how to install swimming pools without a licence." Mr Smith told the court he understood Nick Stevens' good friend Brian Mcdonnell was going to use his licence to train people installing pools, so they could later get their own licences. "We were quite excited about this approach, it was new to us," Mr Smith said before the jury. The trial continues.
Mid East Info
25-03-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
AmiViz Partners With Kiteworks to Empower Enterprises to Protect Their Most Sensitive Data - Middle East Business News and Information
AmiViz, the leading cybersecurity-focused value-added distributor headquartered in the Middle East, has forged a strategic partnership with Kiteworks, which empowers organizations to effectively manage risk in every send, share, receive, and use of private data. This partnership extends AmiViz's portfolio, introducing Kiteworks' approach to zero-trust data exchange enabled with a hardened virtual appliance and next-generation digital rights management (DRM) to enterprises across the Middle East and Africa. Kiteworks, recently recognized by G2 for its product excellence, empowers organizations to control, monitor, and protect every interaction between people, machines, and systems across user collaboration, automated workflows, and enterprise AI—all from one platform. The Kiteworks Private Data Network delivers unified compliance controls through centralized audit logs, automated compliance reporting, and preconfigured templates for multiple regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA). Real-time compliance monitoring and automated policy enforcement ensure consistent regulatory adherence across all data sharing activities. AmiViz's extensive market knowledge and established distribution network will facilitate the seamless integration of Kiteworks' technologies across diverse sectors, including finance, healthcare, energy, and government. This strategic move aims to enhance operational resilience and data protection for enterprises navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Ilyas Mohammed, Chief Operating Officer at AmiViz, commented, 'We are very excited to forge this strategic alliance with Kiteworks, whose groundbreaking approach to secure content communications addresses a critical vulnerability in today's increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape. Their innovative platform doesn't merely protect data—it fundamentally transforms how organizations safeguard their most sensitive information. Together, AmiViz and Kiteworks are empowering enterprises across the Middle East and Africa with solutions that protect private data from emerging threats while also ensuring seamless regulatory compliance in an era where data privacy has never been more crucial.' The partnership is a direct response to the growing cybersecurity challenges in the Middle East and Africa. By offering Kiteworks' robust solutions, AmiViz aims to provide enterprises with the necessary defences to protect their critical information and maintain regulatory adherence. This collaboration signifies a commitment to strengthening the region's cybersecurity infrastructure, ensuring businesses can operate securely in an increasingly digital world. 'This strategic partnership with AmiViz represents a significant milestone in our mission to empower organizations across the Middle East and Africa to secure their most sensitive data exchanges,' said David Byrnes, VP Global Channels, Kiteworks. 'As cyber threats continue to evolve in sophistication and frequency, businesses in these rapidly digitizing regions require robust solutions that not only protect their critical information but also ensure regulatory compliance. Our Private Data Network, combined with AmiViz's deep regional expertise and established distribution channels, creates a powerful alliance that will enable enterprises to confidently manage risk in every aspect of their sensitive content communications. We're excited to collaborate with AmiViz to deliver comprehensive data protection solutions that address the unique security challenges facing organizations in these dynamic markets.' About AmiViz: AmiViz is a leading cybersecurity-focused value-added distributor headquartered in the Middle East, with a unique marketplace designed to serve the interests of enterprise resellers and vendors. Our unwavering focus on cybersecurity solutions ensures unparalleled expertise and personalized service for our partners. At AmiViz, cybersecurity isn't an afterthought—it's our core mission. We deliver top-tier products and services that safeguard businesses. Our close collaboration with vendors, resellers, and consultants ensures tailored solutions that address regional challenges. We empower businesses to thrive in a digital world by providing cutting-edge tools, knowledge, and support. About Kiteworks: Kiteworks' mission is to empower organizations to effectively manage risk in every send, share, receive, and save of sensitive content. The Kiteworks platform provides customers with a Private Content Network that unifies, tracks, controls, and secures sensitive content moving within, into, and out of their organization, significantly improving risk management and ensuring regulatory compliance on all sensitive content communications. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, Kiteworks protects over 100 million end users for over 35,000 global enterprises and government agencies.
TECHx
25-03-2025
- Business
- TECHx
AmiViz Partners with Kiteworks to Boost Cybersecurity
AmiViz Partners with Kiteworks to Boost Cybersecurity in the Middle East & Africa News Desk - Share AmiViz, the cybersecurity-focused value-added distributor in the Middle East, has joined forces with Kiteworks to enhance data security and regulatory compliance across the region. This partnership brings Kiteworks' advanced zero-trust data exchange solutions to enterprises in the Middle East and Africa. With this collaboration, AmiViz expands its portfolio by offering Kiteworks' hardened virtual appliance and next-generation digital rights management (DRM). These technologies help organizations secure private data during every send, share, receive, and use process. Kiteworks' award-winning Private Data Network enables businesses to control, monitor, and protect data exchanges across user collaboration, automated workflows, and enterprise AI. It also offers centralized audit logs, automated compliance reporting, and preconfigured templates for major regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA. Real-time compliance monitoring ensures consistent regulatory adherence. By leveraging its strong market presence, AmiViz will deliver Kiteworks' solutions to key industries, including finance, healthcare, energy, and government. This move aims to strengthen operational resilience and protect sensitive information across various sectors. Ilyas Mohammed, Chief Operating Officer at AmiViz, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: 'We are excited to collaborate with Kiteworks, whose innovative platform addresses critical vulnerabilities in today's cybersecurity landscape. Together, we are empowering enterprises in the Middle East and Africa with advanced solutions that protect private data while ensuring regulatory compliance.' This partnership comes at a crucial time as cyber threats in the Middle East and Africa continue to grow. With Kiteworks' robust technologies, AmiViz aims to help businesses defend against emerging risks and maintain regulatory compliance. David Byrnes, VP of Global Channels at Kiteworks, emphasized the significance of this collaboration: 'Our partnership with AmiViz is a key milestone in our mission to protect sensitive data exchanges across the Middle East and Africa. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, businesses need reliable solutions to secure critical information and ensure compliance. Together, we will provide comprehensive data protection to meet the unique security challenges in these dynamic markets.' Through this strategic alliance, AmiViz and Kiteworks are reinforcing the region's cybersecurity infrastructure. This collaboration ensures that enterprises can manage data securely while navigating complex regulatory environments.
Channel Post MEA
25-03-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
AmiViz Partners With Kiteworks To Protect Most Sensitive Data for Enterprises
AmiViz has forged a strategic partnership with Kiteworks to empower organizations to effectively manage risk in every send, share, receive, and use of private data. Kiteworks' approach to zero-trust data exchange is enabled with a hardened virtual appliance and next-generation digital rights management (DRM) for enterprises across the Middle East and Africa. Kiteworks, recently recognized by G2 for its product excellence, empowers organizations to control, monitor, and protect every interaction between people, machines, and systems across user collaboration, automated workflows, and enterprise AI—all from one platform. The Kiteworks Private Data Network delivers unified compliance controls through centralized audit logs, automated compliance reporting, and preconfigured templates for multiple regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA). Real-time compliance monitoring and automated policy enforcement ensure consistent regulatory adherence across all data sharing activities. AmiViz's extensive market knowledge and established distribution network will facilitate the seamless integration of Kiteworks' technologies across diverse sectors, including finance, healthcare, energy, and government. This strategic move aims to enhance operational resilience and data protection for enterprises navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Ilyas Mohammed, Chief Operating Officer at AmiViz, commented, 'We are very excited to forge this strategic alliance with Kiteworks, whose groundbreaking approach to secure content communications addresses a critical vulnerability in today's increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape. Their innovative platform doesn't merely protect data—it fundamentally transforms how organizations safeguard their most sensitive information. Together, AmiViz and Kiteworks are empowering enterprises across the Middle East and Africa with solutions that protect private data from emerging threats while also ensuring seamless regulatory compliance in an era where data privacy has never been more crucial.' The partnership is a direct response to the growing cybersecurity challenges in the Middle East and Africa. By offering Kiteworks' robust solutions, AmiViz aims to provide enterprises with the necessary defences to protect their critical information and maintain regulatory adherence. This collaboration signifies a commitment to strengthening the region's cybersecurity infrastructure, ensuring businesses can operate securely in an increasingly digital world. 'This strategic partnership with AmiViz represents a significant milestone in our mission to empower organizations across the Middle East and Africa to secure their most sensitive data exchanges,' said David Byrnes, VP Global Channels, Kiteworks. 'As cyber threats continue to evolve in sophistication and frequency, businesses in these rapidly digitizing regions require robust solutions that not only protect their critical information but also ensure regulatory compliance. Our Private Data Network, combined with AmiViz's deep regional expertise and established distribution channels, creates a powerful alliance that will enable enterprises to confidently manage risk in every aspect of their sensitive content communications. We're excited to collaborate with AmiViz to deliver comprehensive data protection solutions that address the unique security challenges facing organizations in these dynamic markets.'
Zawya
25-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
AmiViz partners With Kiteworks to empower enterprises to protect their most sensitive data
Dubai, UAE: AmiViz, the leading cybersecurity-focused value-added distributor headquartered in the Middle East, has forged a strategic partnership with Kiteworks, which empowers organizations to effectively manage risk in every send, share, receive, and use of private data. This partnership extends AmiViz's portfolio, introducing Kiteworks' approach to zero-trust data exchange enabled with a hardened virtual appliance and next-generation digital rights management (DRM) to enterprises across the Middle East and Africa. Kiteworks, recently recognized by G2 for its product excellence, empowers organizations to control, monitor, and protect every interaction between people, machines, and systems across user collaboration, automated workflows, and enterprise AI—all from one platform. The Kiteworks Private Data Network delivers unified compliance controls through centralized audit logs, automated compliance reporting, and preconfigured templates for multiple regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA). Real-time compliance monitoring and automated policy enforcement ensure consistent regulatory adherence across all data sharing activities. AmiViz's extensive market knowledge and established distribution network will facilitate the seamless integration of Kiteworks' technologies across diverse sectors, including finance, healthcare, energy, and government. This strategic move aims to enhance operational resilience and data protection for enterprises navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Ilyas Mohammed, Chief Operating Officer at AmiViz, commented, "We are very excited to forge this strategic alliance with Kiteworks, whose groundbreaking approach to secure content communications addresses a critical vulnerability in today's increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape. Their innovative platform doesn't merely protect data—it fundamentally transforms how organizations safeguard their most sensitive information. Together, AmiViz and Kiteworks are empowering enterprises across the Middle East and Africa with solutions that protect private data from emerging threats while also ensuring seamless regulatory compliance in an era where data privacy has never been more crucial." The partnership is a direct response to the growing cybersecurity challenges in the Middle East and Africa. By offering Kiteworks' robust solutions, AmiViz aims to provide enterprises with the necessary defences to protect their critical information and maintain regulatory adherence. This collaboration signifies a commitment to strengthening the region's cybersecurity infrastructure, ensuring businesses can operate securely in an increasingly digital world. "This strategic partnership with AmiViz represents a significant milestone in our mission to empower organizations across the Middle East and Africa to secure their most sensitive data exchanges,' said David Byrnes, VP Global Channels, Kiteworks. 'As cyber threats continue to evolve in sophistication and frequency, businesses in these rapidly digitizing regions require robust solutions that not only protect their critical information but also ensure regulatory compliance. Our Private Data Network, combined with AmiViz's deep regional expertise and established distribution channels, creates a powerful alliance that will enable enterprises to confidently manage risk in every aspect of their sensitive content communications. We're excited to collaborate with AmiViz to deliver comprehensive data protection solutions that address the unique security challenges facing organizations in these dynamic markets." About AmiViz AmiViz is a leading cybersecurity-focused value-added distributor headquartered in the Middle East, with a unique marketplace designed to serve the interests of enterprise resellers and vendors. Our unwavering focus on cybersecurity solutions ensures unparalleled expertise and personalized service for our partners. At AmiViz, cybersecurity isn't an afterthought—it's our core mission. We deliver top-tier products and services that safeguard businesses. Our close collaboration with vendors, resellers, and consultants ensures tailored solutions that address regional challenges. We empower businesses to thrive in a digital world by providing cutting-edge tools, knowledge, and support. Discover the AmiViz advantage at and elevate your cybersecurity strategy today! About Kiteworks Kiteworks' mission is to empower organizations to effectively manage risk in every send, share, receive, and save of sensitive content. The Kiteworks platform provides customers with a Private Content Network that unifies, tracks, controls, and secures sensitive content moving within, into, and out of their organization, significantly improving risk management and ensuring regulatory compliance on all sensitive content communications. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, Kiteworks protects over 100 million end users for over 35,000 global enterprises and government agencies. PR Contact Sanjeev Kant Vistar Communications Dubai, UAE Email: sanjeev@
