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Most homes never change router passwords, guide warns

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Most households leave router admin passwords unchanged, prompting insurer Everywhen to issue a 10‑step guide to secure home Wi‑Fi.
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Why cybersecurity frameworks matter more than ever

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As cyber spend soars past USD $100 billion, rising breaches show Australian firms need clear security frameworks more than extra tools.
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PEXA unveils AML tool PEXA Clear for property sector

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PEXA launches PEXA Clear AML tool for Australian property sector, ahead of new AUSTRAC Tranche 2 rules starting 1 July 2026.
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Genie Goals’ Life Goals book spotlights eCommerce AI

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Genie Goals’ latest Life Goals book showcases 75 eCommerce campaigns, spotlighting AI-driven innovation from global and challenger brands.
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New UK institute launches to professionalise innovation

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A new UK Institute of Innovation Management has launched to professionalise innovation, set standards and accredit innovation leaders.
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Vantage Markets take home Trend Micro Innovation Award

Wed, 24th Dec 2025
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Vantage Markets secures Trend Micro’s Innovation Partnership Award for transforming security and driving real-time threat intelligence sharing.
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UK firms see responsible AI as key competitive edge

Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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Most UK business leaders say responsible AI will be a key competitive edge within three years, but many still struggle to put it into practice.
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Opengear achieves SOC 2, ISO 27001 security double

Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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Opengear secures SOC 2 Type 2 and ISO 27001 certifications, bolstering trust in its resilient network management and independent control plane.
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Ecommpay gains full DAC approval for accessible site

Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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Ecommpay secures full Digital Accessibility Centre approval as its redesigned website and product pages meet WCAG 2.2 AA standards.
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Precision Group unites IT & ESG for SGP+S Level 3

Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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Precision Group hits SGP+S Level 3, tying ISO 14001-aligned green reporting to a unified IT, ESG and data governance backbone.
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Clue Software launches AI tools to boost investigative efficiency

Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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Clue Software has launched new AI tools designed to enhance investigative efficiency by accelerating intelligence processing and improving threat detection.
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Exposure Management Council urges new cyber risk frameworks for boards

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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Tenable's Exposure Management Leadership Council calls for new cyber risk frameworks to help boards better understand and reduce organisational cyber exposure.
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Healthengine launches Helen, an AI receptionist for Australian GPs

Mon, 18th Aug 2025
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Healthengine launches Helen, an AI receptionist for Australian GP clinics, handling patient calls and bookings 24/7 while integrating with existing systems securely.
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ADMA forms new Advisory Committee to advance ethical marketing

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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ADMA has formed a new Advisory Committee with leaders from top Australian firms to advance ethical marketing and shape industry futures.
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Exclusive: Oracle's Meredith Rowan on embracing AI agents to boost productivity

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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Enterprise finance teams in Australasia are adopting AI agents to automate manual tasks, boosting productivity and transforming finance leadership roles.
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monday.com launches AI features for non-technical Aussie workers

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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monday.com unveils AI features monday magic, vibe, and sidekick, empowering non-technical Aussie workers to automate tasks and boost productivity easily.
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How to craft effective prompts for Google’s Veo 3 video AI

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Google’s Veo 3 transforms simple prompts into stunning videos with sound and dialogue; effective results hinge on well-crafted instructions.
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Kore.ai & 8people team up to drive AI adoption in Australia

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Kore.ai and Melbourne-based 8people partner to boost AI adoption in Australian enterprises, combining tech and ethical frameworks for business transformation.
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Fortinet finds Canadian OT cyber maturity rising, C-suite leads

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Nearly half of Canadian firms faced OT cyber incidents last year, with C-suite roles increasingly driving security maturity, says Fortinet's 2025 report.
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Younger Brits help safeguard elders as online scams surge

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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Over half of UK families report elders fall victim to online scams, with younger generations now leading efforts to improve their cyber safety at home.