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NSW launches authority to drive AUD $50 billion digital projects
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New South Wales launches Investment Delivery Authority to fast-track AUD $50 billion digital projects every year.
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High-performance tech framework attracts global police sector
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New Zealand’s Vantaset, based on elite athlete research, is gaining interest from UK, US and North American police and defence sectors to boost workforce performance.
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NSW sets up authority & funds $80m innovation drive
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NSW launches Investment Delivery Authority and commits nearly $80m to innovation, aiming to fast-track major projects and boost tech growth by 2026.
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Gallagher unveils High Sec C7000 controller for critical sites
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Gallagher Security launches High Sec C7000 controller in the US, offering enhanced cybersecurity for critical sites and compliance with GSA and PIV standards.
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PentenAmio merger targets secure global cyber defence growth
Thu, 1st May 2025
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Australian Penten and UK-based Amiosec merge to form PentenAmio, offering sovereign cybersecurity and electronic warfare tech, targeting Allied defence clients.
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International code targets responsible cyber intrusion use
Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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Seventeen countries, including the UK, France, Japan, and Italy, have adopted a new Code of Practice to regulate commercial cyber intrusion capabilities responsibly.
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Microsoft opens first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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Microsoft has launched its first hyperscale data centre in New Zealand, enhancing local productivity and promising significant tech advancements.
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NZSIS urges wider sharing of intelligence to build resilience
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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NZSIS Director Andrew Hampton calls for broader public and business access to intelligence, aiming to boost community resilience and national security.
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Cybersecurity advisory highlights top vulnerabilities of 2023
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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Leading cybersecurity agencies have issued an advisory identifying frequently exploited vulnerabilities in 2023, urging enhanced security measures across sectors.
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SafeGuardian expands to New Zealand with cyber services
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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SafeGuardian is expanding into New Zealand to provide advanced cybersecurity services, addressing rising threats to local businesses in the region.
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New Zealand agencies issue security guidance for tech start-ups
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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New Zealand's security agencies have issued guidance for emerging tech firms, addressing risks from foreign-state actors amid rising cyber threats.
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AppOmni appoints Joel Wallenstrom as new General Manager
Wed, 21st Aug 2024
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AppOmni appoints Joel Wallenstrom as General Manager to spearhead its SaaS security initiatives, integrating Product, Engineering, and Customer Success disciplines.
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Arc secures DSTG contract for advanced defence project
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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Arc Professional Services wins DSTG contract for RDH project, enhancing situational awareness within the Australian Defence Force and FVEY partners.
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Kiwi intelligence agencies welcome human rights compliance review
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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NZSIS and GCSB are welcoming an IGIS review on Human Rights Risk Assessments with open arms, highlighting a need for enhanced oversight and compliance.
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US Insider Risk Management Centre launches to tackle threats
Fri, 24th May 2024
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The new U.S. Insider Risk Management Centre of Excellence launches to strengthen insider threat defences, collaborating with the Australian and Canadian counterparts.
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LOTL cyber attack technique growing in popularity
Thu, 25th May 2023
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'Living off the land' cyberattack techniques are growing in popularity, according to Tony Jarvis, Director of Enterprise Security at Darktrace.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from CyberArk
Fri, 1st Jul 2022
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Olly Stimpson joins us today to discuss the importance of MSP programmes and how MSP partners are experiencing success with CyberArk.
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Five Eyes nations want legal access to backdoors to fight 'illegal content'
Tue, 13th Oct 2020
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The nations argue that encryption can make the enforcement of public safety difficult, particularly when it comes to serious problems like child exploitation.