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Inspiring women in cybersecurity through creativity and inclusivity

Immersive cybersecurity experiences and inclusive hiring practices are key to attracting more women into the cyber sector, fostering creativity and diversity.

By Joanne Wong • 5 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024

Cybersecurity

Trustwave joins ICTPA panel to enhance cybersecurity for Defence

Trustwave's induction into the ICTPA panel strengthens its capacity to offer top-tier cybersecurity services directly to the Australian Department of Defence.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Aug 2024

Unified Communications

Arc secures DSTG contract for advanced defence project

Arc Professional Services wins DSTG contract for RDH project, enhancing situational awareness within the Australian Defence Force and FVEY partners.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Salus Ventures 'delighted' with Archie Judd's appointment

Salus Ventures has appointed Archie Judd to bolster its investment team, enhancing Australia's national resilience through deep technology.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Generative AI

AI, skills gaps, security and startups: Tech experts react to 24-25 fed budget

AI, cybersecurity, and tech skills dominate the 2024—25 Federal Budget, but experts say more support for startups is essential for long-term innovation.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024

Unified Communications

ArchTIS secures software contract with Australian security agency

ArchTIS has secured a contract worth AUD $466,840 with an Australian national security agency for their Kojensi software to enable secure collaboration on sensitive data.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024

Unified Communications

IWD 2024: Advancing inclusivity - Women leaders coding a new narrative in the cybersecurity landscape

On International Women's Day 2024, efforts to increase female representation in Australia's cybersecurity sector are highlighted.

By Kavitha Mariappan • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024

Cybersecurity

IWD 2024: Championing women in STEM and cybersecurity: Key to safeguarding Australia's future

On International Women's Day 2024, Australia underscored the importance of gender diversity in STEM and cybersecurity fields to bolster national security and futureproof the digital landscape.

By Jane Ng • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Mar 2024

Global Stories

National Security stories

AI Security

Cybercriminal activity surges as new tools & gangs emerge

Cybercriminal activity surges due to new tools, gangs, and geopolitical tensions. APT activities, ransomware, and AI-powered tools fuel unprecedented threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Trend Micro to unveil AI-driven security solution at COMPUTEX 2024

Trend Micro has revealed plans to showcase a groundbreaking AI-driven data centre security solution at COMPUTEX 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jun 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Claroty enhances CPS security with new platform advancements

Claroty's newest platform advancements bolster cyber-physical systems (CPS) security with enhanced asset visibility and a comprehensive array of solutions for reduced risk and cost efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2024

EduTech

US Insider Risk Management Centre launches to tackle threats

The new U.S. Insider Risk Management Centre of Excellence launches to strengthen insider threat defences, collaborating with the Australian and Canadian counterparts.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th May 2024

Unified Communications

Rising foreign interference exploits insider threats, says DTEX report

DTEX Systems' report warns that nation state actors are increasingly exploiting insider threats, escalating their interference and intellectual property theft. The issue necessitates urgent attention for enhancing defensive resilience of entities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024

Artificial Intelligence

Armis acquires CTCI, forms AI-powered cybersecurity powerhouse

Armis acquires AI threat intelligence firm, CTCI, boosting its forecast abilities and creating a powerful new Global Threat Intelligence Service.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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Data Analytics

UK election impact on tech sectors critical – industry

The upcoming UK General Election is set to influence pivotal sectors, with industry leaders urging strategic investments in the NHS and technology to ensure sustainable growth.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024

Power / Energy

Skygard's Oslo data centre sets benchmark for green innovation

Skygard's state-of-the-art data centre in central Oslo is set to revolutionise the sector, combining high security with environmental sustainability and urban regeneration.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024

Data Privacy

MI5 warns of UK universities targeted by foreign states

MI5 flags foreign states targeting UK universities to harvest sensitive research data, hinting at universities' increasing role in national security discussions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Parliament's 'pitiful' GBP £6.5m IT budget increase alarms cyber chiefs

Amidst growing cyber threats, Parliament's meagre GBP £6.5 million increase in IT budget, now totalling GBP £67.7 million, prompts national security worries among cybersecurity chiefs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2024