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Data Management – It’s a High-stakes Game

Data Management – It’s a High-stakes Game

This article explores the security risks associated with poorly managed data, and details how regulations from OAIC and APRA are raising the stakes for both professionals and organisations alike.
Account Takeover Attacks on Social Media: A Rising Threat for Content Creators and Influencers

Account Takeover Attacks on Social Media: A Rising Threat for Content Creators and Influencers

In 2024 and continuing into 2025, social media platforms were prime targets for cybercriminals, with content creators facing the brunt of the malicious attacks, including a surge in account takeovers, malicious live streams, and sophisticated phishing campaigns. Bitdefender Labs has been at the forefront in analysing these threats, and the numbers ...
The Growing Nexus of Cyber Security and Financial Warfare – an Australian’s Perspective

The Growing Nexus of Cyber Security and Financial Warfare – an Australian’s Perspective

Opening Remarks Sadly, it has become an undeniable reality that the traditional boundaries between conventional warfare and economic statecraft are rapidly dissolving. Cyber security and financial warfare have evolved into critical instruments of geopolitical influence and power projection, with significant implications for nations like Australia. The ...
Security Is an Arms Race, and the Bad Guys Are Two Steps Ahead

Security Is an Arms Race, and the Bad Guys Are Two Steps Ahead

Cloud environments are a notorious ransomware attack hot spot. It’s a calculated strategy on the part of the cybercriminals. As the old adage goes, ‘follow the money’, and that’s exactly what they’re doing. Predictions suggest cloud infrastructure spend will reach over US$135 billion in 2026, accounting for over 67 per cent of total compute and ...
The Challenges of Underfunding Data Teams: How Data Drives AI and Security

The Challenges of Underfunding Data Teams: How Data Drives AI and Security

This article delves into the critical role of data teams in supporting AI and security initiatives within organisations. It highlights the challenges that arise from underfunding these teams, emphasising the importance of data quality, governance, and management. The piece explores the imbalance in budget allocation, potential risks, and inefficiencies ...
Google’s Acquisition of Wiz Signals a Shift in Cloud Security

Google’s Acquisition of Wiz Signals a Shift in Cloud Security

The cloud security landscape is facing a seismic shift. With Google’s recent acquisition of Wiz, one of the industry’s most prominent cloud security providers, many in the industry are considering the implications of cloud providers also serving as vendors. Organisations operating in multi-cloud and hybrid environments must carefully evaluate how these ...
Super Fund Hacks: Are We Seeing Warning Signs or the Full Crisis?

Super Fund Hacks: Are We Seeing Warning Signs or the Full Crisis?

Australia faces another significant cybersecurity breach, this time targeting superannuation funds managing trillions in retirement savings. This attack highlights a severe erosion of public trust and underscores the gap between Australia's ambitious cybersecurity goals and actual readiness. Discover how lax security protocols, regulatory shortcomings, ...
Microsoft’s Cybersecurity Vet to Vendor Visionary

Microsoft’s Cybersecurity Vet to Vendor Visionary

Tech giant, Microsoft, is heavily focused on building long-term trust with customers and re-establishing how cybersecurity leaders engage with the company. Mick Dunne, Chief Security Adviser for Asia Pacific at Microsoft, shared insights into the newly established Customer Security Officer (CSO) team, a strategic initiative. Dunne, who transitioned ...
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In the News

Fortinet Announces Winners of Australia Partner of Year Awards for 2025

Fortinet Announces Winners of Australia Partner of Year Awards for 2025

SYDNEY, Australia, February 10, 2026  - John Milionis, Director, Channel and Distribution, Australia, at Fortinet, "Our Australia Partner of the Year Award winners exemplify the strength, innovation, and commitment that define the Fortinet partner community. These partners have demonstrated outstanding performance in helping customers address ...
Helpful Skills or Hidden Payloads? Bitdefender Labs Dives Deep Into the OpenClaw Malicious Skill Trap

Helpful Skills or Hidden Payloads? Bitdefender Labs Dives Deep Into the OpenClaw Malicious Skill Trap

Sydney, Australia - 9 February 2026 – New research from Bitdefender Labs has uncovered extensive and active abuse within the rapidly growing OpenClaw AI skills ecosystem, revealing how seemingly helpful automation tools are being weaponised to deliver malware, steal credentials, and compromise both consumer and corporate environments. OpenClaw, an ...
Logicalis Australia Launches Technology Assurance Services to Help Regulated Organisations Turn Compliance Into Operational Resilience

Logicalis Australia Launches Technology Assurance Services to Help Regulated Organisations Turn Compliance Into Operational Resilience

Melbourne, Australia – 9 January 2026: Logicalis Australia, a leading global technology services provider, has announced the launch of Technology Assurance Services (TAS), a consulting-led capability designed to help large, regulated organisations in Australia translate rising regulatory and operational resilience requirements into governed, measurable ...
Logicalis Strengthens Technology Assurance Capability With Appointment of Luke Gardiner

Logicalis Strengthens Technology Assurance Capability With Appointment of Luke Gardiner

Melbourne, Australia – 9 February, 2026: Logicalis Australia, a leading global technology services provider, has announced the appointment of Luke Gardiner as principal of its Technology Assurance Services (TAS) group, strengthening the company’s advisory capability for organisations operating in financial services and ...
Taoiseach Micheál Martin Opens Motorola Solutions’ New Global R&D Centre in Cork

Taoiseach Micheál Martin Opens Motorola Solutions’ New Global R&D Centre in Cork

Motorola Solutions has announced the opening of its Global Research and Development Centre in Cork, Ireland, focused on software design for its public safety land mobile radio (LMR) portfolio. The sophisticated software and applications developed at the centre help increase the safety and efficiency of first responders. The company has hired nearly ...
Healthcare Organisations Prioritise Deployment Flexibility, AI, and Collaboration Amid Rising Security Incidents, Genetec Report Finds

Healthcare Organisations Prioritise Deployment Flexibility, AI, and Collaboration Amid Rising Security Incidents, Genetec Report Finds

2026 State of Physical Security Report highlights modernisation priorities across the healthcare sector
Semperis Acquires Identity Resilience Provider MightyID to Extend Identity Protection for Okta and Ping Multi-cloud Environments

Semperis Acquires Identity Resilience Provider MightyID to Extend Identity Protection for Okta and Ping Multi-cloud Environments

Semperis acquires identity resilience provider MightyID to extend identity protection for Okta and Ping multi-cloud environments
Palo Alto Networks NextWave Program Accelerates Partner Profitability and AI-Driven Security Outcomes

Palo Alto Networks NextWave Program Accelerates Partner Profitability and AI-Driven Security Outcomes

Evolution shifts focus to "Platformisation," rewarding technical expertise and service-led growth
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