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ConnectID & Caresquare partner to combat NDIS fraud
Cloud Services

ConnectID & Caresquare partner to combat NDIS fraud

ConnectID has partnered with Caresquare to enhance identity verification in the NDIS, tackling fraud that costs AUD $2 billion annually.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Legal leaders discuss data risk at Relativity Fest Sydney
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Legal leaders discuss data risk at Relativity Fest Sydney

At Relativity Fest Sydney, legal experts discussed evolving data protection laws and the surge in cyber risk, highlighting the urgent need for organisational preparedness.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025

Global Stories

Digital Identity stories

OpenID Foundation to showcase global digital ID interoperability
Data Privacy

OpenID Foundation to showcase global digital ID interoperability

The OpenID Foundation will showcase global digital ID interoperability with ten teams and government reps from three regions in an upcoming webinar.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 1st May 2025
Half of consumers trust brands more when using passkeys
Gaming

Half of consumers trust brands more when using passkeys

Nearly half of consumers would trust brands more using passkeys instead of passwords, with 56% of 25-34-year-olds supporting the shift, says Thales study.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Anetac launches Human Link Pro to combat access risk with AI
Identity and Access Management

Anetac launches Human Link Pro to combat access risk with AI

Anetac launches Human Link Pro, unifying human and non-human identity management with AI to combat rising security risks amid workforce shifts globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Semperis appoints Alex Weinert to drive hybrid identity security
Cybersecurity

Semperis appoints Alex Weinert to drive hybrid identity security

Semperis appoints identity security expert Alex Weinert as Chief Product Officer to boost product strategy against sophisticated cyber threats.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Apr 2025
Skyfire & Cequence partner to enable secure AI agent access
Risk & Compliance

Skyfire & Cequence partner to enable secure AI agent access

Skyfire and Cequence Security partner to enable secure, compliant access and transactions for AI agents across digital services globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025
Veeam launches SaaS backup for Microsoft Entra ID in Data Cloud
Virtualisation

Veeam launches SaaS backup for Microsoft Entra ID in Data Cloud

Veeam Software launches a SaaS backup solution for Microsoft Entra ID, enhancing data protection amid 600m daily attacks on the identity platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Imprivata appoints Joel Burleson-Davis as new chief technology officer
Data Protection

Imprivata appoints Joel Burleson-Davis as new chief technology officer

Imprivata appoints Joel Burleson-Davis as CTO, aiming to drive innovation and deliver greater value in cybersecurity solutions for its customers.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Apr 2025
Veeam unveils cloud solution to protect Microsoft Entra ID
Software-as-a-Service

Veeam unveils cloud solution to protect Microsoft Entra ID

Veeam launches Veeam Data Cloud for Microsoft Entra ID, a SaaS solution enhancing identity protection amid 600M daily attacks on Entra ID users.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Identity fraud costs firms USD $7 million annually worldwide
Customer Experience

Identity fraud costs firms USD $7 million annually worldwide

Identity fraud costs businesses USD $7 million yearly worldwide, with Asia Pacific firms facing rising threats from sophisticated attacks, a new study finds.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2025
AI amplifies cyber threat; non-human identities at risk
Ransomware

AI amplifies cyber threat; non-human identities at risk

A report by Delinea reveals a troubling rise in cyber attacks amid growing vulnerabilities in AI, highlighting that 97% of organisations expose non-human identities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Apr 2025
Okta launches new tools to secure AI & digital identities
Privileged Access Management

Okta launches new tools to secure AI & digital identities

Okta has launched new features aimed at bolstering security for AI agents and non-human identities, addressing challenges arising from generative AI integration.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2025
Identities over intrusions: Identity Management Day sparks new considerations
Data Protection

Identities over intrusions: Identity Management Day sparks new considerations

On Identity Management Day, experts warn that modern cyber threats now exploit identity flaws, urging organisations to adopt adaptive, zero trust strategies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Identity-first approach urged in cybersecurity strategies
Data Protection

Identity-first approach urged in cybersecurity strategies

As cyber threats evolve, experts urge a shift to identity-first security strategies, focusing on robust identity management to combat rising credential theft.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Apr 2025
Bitdefender unveils new family security plans for consumers
Cybersecurity

Bitdefender unveils new family security plans for consumers

Bitdefender has launched new Family Plans, offering tailored security solutions as cybercrime losses soar to over USD $1 trillion globally, ensuring families stay protected.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2025
Identity Management Day focuses on digital security future
Data Protection

Identity Management Day focuses on digital security future

As Identity Management Day approaches on 8 April, experts highlight the urgent need for robust digital identity security amid rising threats and technological change.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
SailPoint unveils AI suite to boost identity security ops
Cybersecurity

SailPoint unveils AI suite to boost identity security ops

SailPoint has launched its AI suite, Harbor Pilot, aimed at revolutionising identity security operations with automated tasks and enhanced management for AI agents.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025