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Australian tech leaders urge measurable action on climate impact
Data Analytics

Australian tech leaders urge measurable action on climate impact

Australian tech leaders call for urgent, measurable climate action, urging firms to use AI and data to cut IT energy use and boost sustainability impact.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
LastPass achieves IRAP PROTECTED status to support Australian agencies
Data Protection

LastPass achieves IRAP PROTECTED status to support Australian agencies

LastPass has earned IRAP PROTECTED status, enabling its cloud platform to support Australian government agencies with high-standard identity and access management.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
MongoDB unveils AMP to speed enterprise app modernisation with AI
Digital Transformation

MongoDB unveils AMP to speed enterprise app modernisation with AI

MongoDB launches AI-powered AMP platform to help enterprises modernise legacy apps faster, with key development and pilots led by its Australian team.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
Evie Networks secures AUD $50m to expand national EV chargers
Cartech

Evie Networks secures AUD $50m to expand national EV chargers

Evie Networks secures AUD $50m senior debt to expand Australia's public EV fast-charging network, signalling growing investor confidence in EV infrastructure.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
CPS security risks rise amid global instability & supply chain shifts
Physical Security

CPS security risks rise amid global instability & supply chain shifts

Nearly half of global CPS security professionals report rising cyber risks amid economic, geopolitical instability and supply chain shifts, Claroty research shows.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
Arctic Wolf upgrades Threat Intelligence Plus for broader integration
Firewalls

Arctic Wolf upgrades Threat Intelligence Plus for broader integration

Arctic Wolf has enhanced Threat Intelligence Plus to deliver real-time, high-fidelity threat feeds for broader integration across security tools, improving cyber defence.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
LG showcases smart hotel tech & laundry solutions at NoVacancy
Digital Signage

LG showcases smart hotel tech & laundry solutions at NoVacancy

LG Electronics showcased smart hotel TVs with Google Cast, advanced laundry solutions, and digital displays at Sydney's NoVacancy Expo 2025.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
AI-driven software to unlock AUD $6 billion a year for Australia
Customer Experience

AI-driven software to unlock AUD $6 billion a year for Australia

AI-driven software innovation could add AUD $6 billion annually to Australia's economy, boosting productivity and revenue amid governance and skills challenges.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
Australia marks IT professionals' vital role in AI era
Digital Transformation

Australia marks IT professionals' vital role in AI era

Australia honours IT professionals on National IT Professionals Day, spotlighting their vital role in AI advancement amid skills shortages and rising burnout.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
Updated FHIR training aims to boost digital health skills across Australia
Digital Transformation

Updated FHIR training aims to boost digital health skills across Australia

The Australian Digital Health Agency has launched updated FHIR training to enhance digital skills, supporting the nationwide rollout of the My Health Record system.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
APRA AMCOS urges incentives, not copyright reform, for AI growth
Hyperscale

APRA AMCOS urges incentives, not copyright reform, for AI growth

APRA AMCOS urges investment incentives over copyright reform to support AI growth, protecting creators while fostering innovation in Australia's creative industries.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
imei & Telstra ink five-year deal for tech transformation
Unified Communications

imei & Telstra ink five-year deal for tech transformation

imei and Telstra have signed a five-year, multi-million dollar deal to deliver 5G and managed tech solutions for Australian enterprises and government.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2025
Australians poised to spend as rates fall but want better deals
Customer Experience

Australians poised to spend as rates fall but want better deals

A survey shows 70% of Australians plan to boost spending as interest rates fall, but demand better deals and stable prices before making big purchases.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Exclusive: LastPass CEO warns password industry must evolve
Encryption

Exclusive: LastPass CEO warns password industry must evolve

LastPass CEO Kareem highlights how evolving password management balances robust security with usability amid rising cyber threats and regulatory pressures.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
ConnectID & k-ID partner to boost child safety on gaming sites
Gaming

ConnectID & k-ID partner to boost child safety on gaming sites

ConnectID and k-ID partner to enhance child safety on Australian gaming platforms with privacy-focused age verification and parental controls.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Australian cyber leaders shift to breach containment focus
Firewalls

Australian cyber leaders shift to breach containment focus

Australian cyber leaders at Illumio World Tour embrace breach containment, focusing on rapid detection and limiting damage over total prevention.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Microsoft disrupts RaccoonO365 phishing operation targeting 365 users
Malware

Microsoft disrupts RaccoonO365 phishing operation targeting 365 users

Microsoft has seized 338 websites linked to RaccoonO365, disrupting a phishing service that stole 5,000 Microsoft 365 credentials across 94 countries.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Australian SMBs embrace AI but free tools heighten security risks
Breach Prevention

Australian SMBs embrace AI but free tools heighten security risks

58% of Australian SMBs use AI, but many rely on free tools, raising data security risks amid low awareness of enterprise-grade solutions and hardware needs.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025
Australian business leaders urged to close supply chain & cyber gaps
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Australian business leaders urged to close supply chain & cyber gaps

A report warns Australian firms must close supply chain and cyber security gaps as 80% foresee geopolitical risks impacting operations in the next year.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Sep 2025