Trend Micro Canada Threat Awareness Week: How Does Canada Fare in the War on
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<p><span class="xn-location">OTTAWA</span>, Ontario, <span class="xn-chron">May 17</span> /CNW/ -- According to threat data collected by the Trend Micro Smart Protection Network infrastructure, cybercrime is thriving in Canada: Per million people, the country is just behind the U.S. in the number of customers targeted by malware. In addition, <span class="xn-location">Canada</span> ranks fourth in the amount of malicious files and URLs originating from the country - right behind <span class="xn-location">Japan</span>.</p>
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<p>Trend Micro's first <span class="xn-location">Canada</span> Threat Awareness Week, May 17-21, will raise awareness on what these data-points mean to citizens and how cybercrime is impacting Canadian businesses and consumers. Trend Micro CTO, Raimund Genes, will tour the provinces of <span class="xn-location">Quebec</span>, <span class="xn-location">Ottawa</span>, <span class="xn-location">Toronto</span>, <span class="xn-location">Calgary</span> and <span class="xn-location">Vancouver</span>, delving into the <span class="xn-location">Canada</span> threat landscape and sharing his investigative findings that compare how <span class="xn-location">Canada</span> sits in relation to international trends and independent security metrics. Sessions held in these provinces will be presented by Raimund Genes.</p>
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<p>A special bonus session that includes VMware will outline how virtualization is dramatically changing IT organizations, from small business to very large enterprise. This session will highlight the factors driving the need for virtualization security and will provide guidance on approaches that can be taken to secure today's virtualized and cloud environments in the future.</p>
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<p>"Trend Micro <span class="xn-location">Canada</span> is excited to introduce its first Threat Awareness Week, kicking it off with a multi-province tour to educate and raise awareness on how cybercrime is affecting our citizens," said <span class="xn-person">Ian Gordon</span>. "Internet safety is more than just technology products - that's only half the story. Education and awareness are key and our goal is to help the citizens of <span class="xn-location">Canada</span> get smart about online safety."</p>
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<p>For more information on <span class="xn-location">Canada</span> Threat Awareness Week, or to register, please visit: <a href="http://trendmicro1.rsys1.net/servlet/formlink/f?ljuQYWDC">http://trendmicro1.rsys1.net/servlet/formlink/f?ljuQYWDC</a></p>
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    About Raimund Genes:
    
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<p>Raimund Genes brings more than 30 years of computer and network security experience to his position of Chief Technology Officer at Trend Micro. In this role, <span class="xn-person">Mr. Genes</span> is responsible for introducing new methods to detect and eradicate threats. He is responsible for a team of developers and researchers around the globe who research and develop new core technology components to protect against email, Web and file-based threats under the Smart Protection Network umbrella.</p>
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<p>Raimund has held several executive management positions within Trend Micro including General Manager for Trend Micro's Incubation Business, President of European Operations; European Vice President of Sales and Marketing; and Managing Director.</p>
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<p>Raimund worked in the German air force for 12 years in radar guidance and aircraft tracking and holds a master of science in radar guidance from the German Air Force Academy. He is also a Certified Network Engineer.</p>
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    About Trend Micro:
    
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<p>Trend Micro Incorporated, a global leader in Internet content security, focuses on securing the exchange of digital information for businesses and consumers. A pioneer and industry vanguard, Trend Micro is advancing integrated threat management technology to protect operational continuity, personal information, and property from malware, spam, data leaks and the newest Web threats. Visit TrendWatch at <a href="http://www.trendmicro.com/go/trendwatch">www.trendmicro.com/go/trendwatch</a> to learn more about the latest threats. Trend Micro's flexible solutions, available in multiple form factors, are supported 24/7 by threat intelligence experts around the globe. Many of these solutions are powered by the Trend Micro(TM) Smart Protection Network(TM) infrastructure, a next-generation cloud-client innovation that combines sophisticated cloud-based reputation technology, feedback loops, and the expertise of TrendLabs(SM) researchers to deliver real-time protection from emerging threats. A transnational company, with headquarters in <span class="xn-location">Tokyo</span>, Trend Micro's trusted security solutions are sold through its business partners worldwide. Please visit <a href="http://www.trendmicro.com">www.trendmicro.com</a>.</p>
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