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AI First, Human Second: The New Cybersecurity Command Structure

AI First, Human Second: The New Cybersecurity Command Structure

"Man is the measure of all things." ― Protagora - pre-Socratic Greek philosopher It’s an ancient idea, yet it feels more relevant than ever as machines start making decisions that were once left to human minds. In today’s high-stakes cybersecurity landscape, artificial intelligence is no longer a future wager; it’s a frontline asset. AI systems detect ...
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, ...
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In The News

Barracuda Launches AI Cybersecurity Platform BarracudaONE And New Research On Security Tool Sprawl

Barracuda Launches AI Cybersecurity Platform BarracudaONE And New Research On Security Tool Sprawl

Introducing the BarracudaONE™ AI-Powered Cybersecurity Platform Global Survey Finds Security Tool Sprawl Driving Cyber Risk and Overwhelming IT Teams, with 67% of Australian Professionals Managing Too Many Tools SYDNEY, Australia, 4 June, 2025 — Barracuda Networks, Inc., a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex ...
NinjaOne Completes Acquisition of SaaS Backup and Data Protection Leader Dropsuite

NinjaOne Completes Acquisition of SaaS Backup and Data Protection Leader Dropsuite

NinjaOne, the automated endpoint management platform, today announced it has completed the acquisition of Dropsuite for approximately $270 million USD to help organisations reclaim lost productivity and reduce the risk of ransomware. With the addition of Dropsuite, NinjaOne customers can unify endpoint, server, and SaaS application backup use cases, ...
KBKast Podcast Partners with Vanta as First Exclusive Sponsor

KBKast Podcast Partners with Vanta as First Exclusive Sponsor

Sydney, Australia, June 03, 2025 - KBI.Media is proud to announce a landmark partnership between KBKast, the flagship security podcast for leadership, and Vanta, the leading trust management platform. With well over 300 interviews to date, KBKast welcomes Vanta as its first-ever exclusive sponsor - a major milestone that underscores the podcast’s ...
Fortinet Appoints Nicole Henry as Head of Government Affairs for Australia and New Zealand

Fortinet Appoints Nicole Henry as Head of Government Affairs for Australia and New Zealand

Nicole Henry will drive strategic engagement and cybersecurity policy leadership across the region, reinforcing Fortinet’s commitment to advancing cyber resilience and safeguarding critical infrastructure 
Genetec Enhances AutoVu Cloudrunner With New Mapping Tools For Faster Investigations

Genetec Enhances AutoVu Cloudrunner With New Mapping Tools For Faster Investigations

Powerful new visualisation tools help law enforcement and security professionals analyse vehicle data with greater accuracy and efficiency.
JFrog Appoints Sunny Rao as Senior Vice President of Asia Pacific to Drive Next Phase of Growth and Innovation Across the Region

JFrog Appoints Sunny Rao as Senior Vice President of Asia Pacific to Drive Next Phase of Growth and Innovation Across the Region

SYDNEY – 30 May 2025 — JFrog Ltd. (“JFrog”) (NASDAQ: FROG), the Liquid Software company and creators of the award-winning JFrog Software Supply Chain Platform, today announced Sunny Rao has joined the company as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Asia Pacific (APAC) sales. Reporting directly to JFrog’s Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), Tali Notman, Rao will ...
Tenable Announces Intent to Acquire Apex Security to Expand Exposure Management Across the AI Attack Surface

Tenable Announces Intent to Acquire Apex Security to Expand Exposure Management Across the AI Attack Surface

Tenable® Holdings, Inc., the exposure management company, today announced its intent to acquire Apex Security, Inc., an innovator in securing the rapidly expanding AI attack surface. Tenable believes the acquisition, once completed, will strengthen Tenable’s ability to help organizations identify and reduce cyber risk in a world increasingly shaped by ...
Cisco Duo Reimagines Identity Security to Combat AI Era Threats

Cisco Duo Reimagines Identity Security to Combat AI Era Threats

New Duo IAM delivers comprehensive identity security that organizations can trust
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