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Advancing Security and Resilience: Insights From AWS Summit in Sydney

Advancing Security and Resilience: Insights From AWS Summit in Sydney

At the AWS Summit in Sydney, experts discussed AI's role in enhancing SOC analysts' capabilities and the importance of integrating safe, responsible AI practices. Key conversations included addressing AI bias, security implications of AI policies, and AWS's commitment to meeting rigorous security standards.
Artificial Intelligence in Academia

Artificial Intelligence in Academia

AI - an Overview Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a technology that creates intelligent systems to perform tasks which typically require human intelligence. While the use of this technology may replace some jobs, it offers new and emerging careers with Australia needing up to 161,000 additional specialist AI workers in the next 15 ...
The Glimpse at the Future of Software Academia

The Glimpse at the Future of Software Academia

Software is key to a computers’ functionality and in fact, a system can’t operate without it. As we continually become more reliant on computers, the demand for software and application developers will increase - by 27 per cent from 2021 to 2026.1 From the late 1940s through the 1970s, the concept of software development has its’ origins in ...
‘Captivity Clouds’ – A Trap for Modern Day Security Leaders

‘Captivity Clouds’ – A Trap for Modern Day Security Leaders

Today, many organisations are trapped in what's known as a 'captivity cloud,' where they are locked-in with a single product or service but face substantial challenges when attempting to integrate or transition to other solutions and providers across the broader cloud ecosystem. Captivity clouds have left organisations within the confines of heavily ...
Prioritise Foundational Cloud Security Before Leveraging Generative AI

Prioritise Foundational Cloud Security Before Leveraging Generative AI

An article around how to prioritise foundational cloud security before leveraging Generative AI.
How Data Quality Is Limiting Your Organisation’s AI Success

How Data Quality Is Limiting Your Organisation’s AI Success

Too often, having strong data processes can be seen as a ‘nice to have’. In our day-to-day work, it can feel like the job is done when the file is neatly labelled and saved in the right project folder. And yet, getting Information Management (IM) right is so much more than that. We’re now living in a world where holding onto too much data could get you ...
Cybersecurity Budgets and Readiness – Are We There Yet?

Cybersecurity Budgets and Readiness – Are We There Yet?

In a recent media briefing, hosted by ANZ Cybersecurity Director, Corien Vermaak at Cisco, the complex nature of cybersecurity preparedness and the challenges facing organisations as they allocate resources to fortify their defences was presented. The prevailing sentiment is that merely increasing budgetary allocations may not be the panacea or silver ...
The Role of Regulatory Bodies in Safeguarding People From Artificial Intelligence

The Role of Regulatory Bodies in Safeguarding People From Artificial Intelligence

Australian industry leaders are navigating a complex regulatory environment that is increasingly focused on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within business operations. This focus is driven by a concern for consumer protection, particularly the safety and security of personally identifiable information (PII) and the potential for ...
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Jemena Strengthens Security Across Critical Infrastructure Sites Nationwide With Genetec Security Center

Jemena Strengthens Security Across Critical Infrastructure Sites Nationwide With Genetec Security Center

Sydney, 2 December 2025 — Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), the global leader in enterprise physical security software, has announced that Jemena, a $12.4 billion company that owns and manages some of Australia's most significant gas and electricity assets has deployed Genetec™ Security Center to bolster security across its critical infrastructure sites ...
Intel Appoints Glen Boatwright as Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand

Intel Appoints Glen Boatwright as Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand

Sydney, Australia, December 1, 2025: Intel today announced the appointment of Glen Boatwright as Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), effective immediately. Glen transitions into this role from his previous position as Regional Sales Manager, where he oversaw HPI and HPE relationships. Glen brings more than 22 years of experience at ...
Macquarie Technology Group Welcomes ATA’s Change in Constitution to Appoint Telecoms Company Leaders to Board

Macquarie Technology Group Welcomes ATA’s Change in Constitution to Appoint Telecoms Company Leaders to Board

Macquarie Technology Group has welcomed the Australian Telecommunications Alliance’s (ATA) decision to change its constitution so that only telecommunications company leaders can be appointed to the Board. The decisions sees Macquarie’s own Group Executive Luke Clifton join the Board, bringing decades of technological and customer experience ...
CloudSEK Detects Over 2,000 Holiday-Themed Fake Stores Exploiting Black Friday and Festive Sales

CloudSEK Detects Over 2,000 Holiday-Themed Fake Stores Exploiting Black Friday and Festive Sales

Bengaluru, India – November 27, 2025 – As millions of shoppers gear up for Black Friday and the holiday shopping season, CloudSEK, a global leader in AI-driven digital risk protection, has uncovered an alarming rise in fake online stores. The investigation reveals over 2,000 fraudulent holiday-themed e-commerce sites designed to exploit consumer ...
Trend Micro Predicts 2026 as the Year Cybercrime Becomes Fully Industrialised

Trend Micro Predicts 2026 as the Year Cybercrime Becomes Fully Industrialised

SYDNEY, November 27, 2025 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today released its annual Security Predictions Report for 2026, warning that the coming year will mark the true industrialisation of cybercrime. Artificial intelligence (AI) and automation are now enabling threat actors to run entire campaigns ...
Australia’s Boards Embrace AI, but Governance Gaps Are Widening, New Diligent Survey Reveals

Australia’s Boards Embrace AI, but Governance Gaps Are Widening, New Diligent Survey Reveals

Australian Organisations Balance AI Adoption with Risk Management, as Cybersecurity Emerges as a Top Priority
Datadog’s 2025 State of Cloud Security Report Reveals Increased Data Perimeters Adoption Amid Growing Credential Theft Concerns

Datadog’s 2025 State of Cloud Security Report Reveals Increased Data Perimeters Adoption Amid Growing Credential Theft Concerns

Although data perimeters are considered an advanced practice, over one-third of organisations have already adopted them
Phishing Attempts Targeting Black Friday Shoppers Surge 620% in the Weeks Leading Into the Holiday Weekend

Phishing Attempts Targeting Black Friday Shoppers Surge 620% in the Weeks Leading Into the Holiday Weekend

New data from Darktrace reveals a 54% jump in phishing attacks impersonating well-known festive retailers like Walmart, Macy’s and Best Buy in just the last week 
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