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South China Morning Post
03-05-2025
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
Lee Man president out to avoid more head coach errors, wants to spend HK$25m budget wisely
Lee Man president Norman Lee Man-yan has taken responsibility for the club's turbulent Hong Kong Premier League campaign and vowed to avoid a repeat of his mistakes from the past 12 months. Advertisement Champions last season, the club have burned through managers this time around, while a number of high-profile signings have flopped. Former head coach Tsang Chiu-tat left in October, while replacement Matt Holland lasted just 13 games. Chu Siu-kei, in temporary charge for the second time, has hauled Lee Man back into the title race and, ahead of a trip to Football Club on Sunday, they are a point behind leaders Tai Po, with four games remaining. Given what was at stake, Lee said it 'wouldn't be appropriate to disclose too many things' about his coaching team for next season. He has 'spoken to a few people who are interested in the [head coach] position', however, and did not rule out appointing Chu permanently. Matt Holland, who had only 13 matches in charge, on the touchline during a clash with Kitchee. Photo: Nora Tam 'We're interviewing coaches from overseas and locally,' Lee said. 'Last time, I made a mistake hiring the head coach. This time, I want to talk with more people and find a more suitable candidate.'
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Volusia County man offers free rides for drunk riders during bike week
A Volusia County man is offering free rides for people who have had too much to drink during Bike Week and he has a trailer to transport their motorcycles. The scar on Matt Holland's head is his daily reminder of how one bad decision can change someone's life forever. In 2019, he got on his motorcycle after having too much to drink. His actions led to him seriously hurting himself and others around him. 'I ended up actually running into my girlfriend and putting her down as well as myself. They decided to give me a CT scan and realized my brain was bleeding and immediately rushed me into surgery,' said Holland. Holland said many doctors have called his recovery a miracle, but he believes he survived because his life has a greater purpose. 'It really opened up my eyes to God, to be honest. I realized how much he's saved me not only at that point but so many times before.' Six years later, he's found a way to try and save others by offering free rides during Bike Week. He first posted the service to transport bikes and pick up riders on social media and was blown away to see local bars and organizations begin to share it. 'It was really an overwhelming response. I thought maybe a few people would see it here and there and maybe call me, use my service but it really went a lot bigger than I thought it would,' said Holland. Each year before Bike Week, law enforcement, FDOT, and hospitals share tips for staying safe on the roads. Even so, the event typically leads to an increase in serious crashes over the 10-day period. In 2024 – Halifax Hospital reported 92 motorcycle crashes, which led to 180 trauma patients and 5 deaths. So far this year, Eyewitness News has reported on 3 fatal motorcycle crashes. Holland said those numbers alone should make people more cautious, but that isn't always the case. 'You might be the greatest rider in the world, but Jim Beam and Jack Daniels aren't, and I am a testament to that,' said Holland. Holland isn't licensed or insured to tow, so he's doing this for free but is accepting tips. He hopes to someday make this a full-time business. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
Associated Press
20-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Field Effect Grows MSP Bookings by 85% in 2024
Strategic Innovations in MDR Pay Off Big for Canadian Cybersecurity Company OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Field Effect, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, is proud to announce an impressive 85% increase in Managed Service Provider (MSP) bookings in 2024. This boost in business is largely attributed to recent strategic innovations in its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) offering. Firstly, in fall 2024, Field Effect introduced MDR Core, in complement to its flagship MDR Complete solution. MDR Core provides essential cloud monitoring and endpoint detection and response capabilities for businesses with less IT complexity. In contrast, MDR Complete offers comprehensive risk management and protection across endpoints, networks, and cloud services, ideal for larger businesses or ones with more complex needs. 'These recent innovations reflect Field Effect's dedication to providing MSPs with versatile and effective cybersecurity solutions that are priced-right, easy to manage, all from one intuitive dashboard,' said Matt Holland, CEO and Founder of Field Effect. 'By expanding our MDR offerings and enhancing risk management capabilities, we've empowered our partners to deliver exceptional security services tailored to each client's unique needs. We love our partners and it's clear our partners love Field Effect MDR.' Field Effect doubled down on its commitment to proactively reducing risk for MSPs and their clients by launching the Field Effect Risk Score and Dark Web Monitoring features. The Risk Score provides continuous assessment of an organization's security posture, identifying vulnerabilities and offering actionable insights to mitigate potential threats. The Dark Web Monitoring service scans over 1,000 dark web sources with daily or monthly options, detecting exposed credentials, financial information, and personally identifiable data. These tools enable MSPs to address risks promptly, reducing the likelihood of successful cyberattacks. Finally, in 2024 Field Effect illustrated the power of its proprietary endpoint agent and its ability to stop attacks at the earliest stages. The company participated in the MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK® Evaluations for Managed Services (round 2), and their results demonstrated a mean time to detect threats of just 11 minutes—a score that was second only to CrowdStrike and was four to six times faster than the likes of SentinelOne, Trend Micro, and Sophos. This rapid detection capability ensures that potential security incidents are identified and addressed swiftly, minimizing impact on client operations. 'One of our biggest differentiators at Field Effect is that we listen to our partners. Many of the pivots we made this year were in direct response to partner feedback on how we can better meet their needs, make their lives easier and their businesses more successful. The launch of MDR Core and risk management enhancements are a direct reflection of this feedback loop,' said Holland. The significant growth in the MSP market underscores the broad recognition of Field Effect's innovative approach to cybersecurity. As cyber threats continue to evolve, Field Effect remains steadfast in its mission to equip MSPs with the tools and support necessary to protect businesses of all sizes around the world. About Field Effect Every business deserves powerful protection from cyber threats. Field Effect's cybersecurity solutions were purpose-built to prevent, detect and respond to threats for clients of all sizes. We take on the complexity behind the scenes and deliver a solution that's sophisticated where it matters, and simple everywhere else. Consolidate your tech and eliminate the noise while empowering users of all technical backgrounds to confidently navigate cybersecurity and avoid disruptions. Complexity out, clarity in.
South China Morning Post
29-01-2025
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
Lee Man coach vows to ‘shake club up' after questioning players' attitudes
Matt Holland has questioned the attitude and commitment of his Lee Man squad and vowed to 'shake the club up' as the defending champions prepare for Thursday's Senior Shield final against Eastern. Head coach Holland, who replaced title-winning boss Tsang Chiu-tat in November, read his players the Riot Act at half-time of their 4-3 victory over lowly North District on Saturday. 'Mr Lee [club president Norman Lee Man-yan] is amazing. He looks after people the right way, you get your salary and bonus on time – and people take it too easy here,' Holland said. 'I'm not here for an easy ride. I'm here to shake people up and shake the club up, and make sure they can win a title again. Players can't take things for granted.' Last week, Holland completed the loan signing of 33-year-old defender Ryan Tafazolli from English League One club Wycombe Wanderers. The club have allowed foreign summer recruits Jiloan Hamad and Gaizka Martinez to leave. Everton Camargo (right) tussles with Kitchee's Aaron Rey in Lee Man's Senior Shield semi-final win. Photo: Nora Tam '[Tafazolli] is a good signing for Hong Kong football – a lot of people here love football and they deserve a better league,' Holland said. 'I'm not interested in signing players who are 37 or 38 and coming for a holiday and a last pay cheque.
