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Digital Trust stories - Page 4

Global online fraud prevention network shields world map

Craig Newmark backs Global Signal Exchange anti-fraud push

Fri, 2nd Jan 2026
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Craigslist founder Craig Newmark is funding Global Signal Exchange to expand its shared threat data network against rising online fraud.
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DigiCert maps 2026 AI trust & quantum security agenda

Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
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DigiCert predicts Asia-Pacific firms will prioritise AI integrity, certificate automation and quantum-safe cryptography in 2026 security plans.
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Sage predicts trust & agentic AI will reshape channel

Sat, 20th Dec 2025
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Sage's Gretchen O'Hara says trust and agentic AI will determine which channel partners win, grow and keep customers by 2026.
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3DiVi maps global facial recognition trends to 2026

Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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3DiVi's 2026 report charts facial recognition's shift into core digital identity, mapping tech, regional maturity and policy risks worldwide.
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Martech experts discuss future of customer data platforms, interoperability and AI

Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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Martech leaders say CDPs will shift from passive data stores to AI-driven intelligence hubs, uniting personalisation, media and trust.
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AI 'agentic' tools to drive surge in cyber fraud by 2026

Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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Autonomous 'agentic' AI fraud tools set to intensify cybercrime by 2026, forcing firms to fuse human judgment with smarter machine defences.
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What holiday trading strength means for modern retail cyber readiness

Mon, 15th Dec 2025
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Cyber Weekend spending of AUD $6.8 billion shows retail's strength, but AI-powered scams mean cyber readiness is now a peak-season necessity.
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AI-native attacks drive shift to continuous cyber tests

Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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AI-native cyber attacks and synthetic IDs are forcing firms to shift from periodic checks to continuous, AI-driven security testing by 2026.
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AI, compliance and security trends for 2026

Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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AI agents, real-time compliance and deep fake cyber attacks will define 2026 as trust becomes the key battleground for organisations.
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AI agents to transform enterprise, retail & security by 2026

Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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AI agents are tipped to sweep through enterprises, shops and security by 2026, automating work, reshaping retail and redefining digital trust.
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2026 Predictions: The year identity becomes the ultimate control point for an autonomous world

Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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In 2026, identity emerges as the critical control point as autonomous AI, fragile machine trust and weak governance collide.
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GovHack awards celebrate open data innovation in 2025

Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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GovHack's 2025 Red Carpet Awards in Sydney spotlighted innovative open data projects driving public benefit across Australia and New Zealand.
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Cardano foundations unite for 70 million ADA infrastructure bid

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Five leading Cardano organisations unite to request 70 million ADA from treasury, aiming to boost infrastructure and accelerate enterprise adoption.
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APAC shoppers pay more for trusted brands with data privacy

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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84% of Asia-Pacific shoppers will pay more for brands they trust with personal data, highlighting growing concern over digital privacy and customer experience.
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AI-powered scams rise in complexity as Aussies lose AUD $945M

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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AI-powered scams have caught Australians out, with losses hitting AUD $945M in 2024 as fraudsters exploit sophisticated, multi-channel tactics.
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WISeKey expands satellite network to boost IoT cybersecurity

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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WISeKey has expanded its satellite constellation via a SpaceX launch, enhancing secure global IoT connectivity with advanced post-quantum cybersecurity features.
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Explainer: How will AI Agents pay each other using the x402 payments protocol

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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The x402 protocol revives HTTP 402, enabling AI agents to make instant micropayments autonomously using crypto, transforming digital commerce in 2025.
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Leaders to prioritise clarity & trust as AI faces major reset

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Business and tech leaders will prioritise clarity and trust in AI, focusing on targeted adoption and transparent communication amid rising security risks.
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2026: Ushering in a new era of adaptive identity that is business-critical

Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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As digital risks grow in Australia, 2026 will see adaptive identity become vital for securing every access point against advanced threats, including AI-driven attacks.
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AI, zero trust & new work patterns set 2026 security agenda

Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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AI advances, zero-trust security, and evolving work habits are set to reshape cybersecurity challenges and strategies in 2026 across Asia-Pacific.