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Aussie IT leaders say ransomware a national security threat
Malware

Aussie IT leaders say ransomware a national security threat

New research has found extortion continues even if a ransom is paid, while CISOs are under increasing pressure.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Feb 2022

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Macquarie Government appoints Mike Foster as Director of Strategic Growth
Cloud Services

Macquarie Government appoints Mike Foster as Director of Strategic Growth

Macquarie Government has appointed former CEO of Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand, Mike Foster, as Director of Strategic Growth.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2022
Natural disasters, card fraud Kiwis' top security concerns
Disaster Recovery

Natural disasters, card fraud Kiwis' top security concerns

Only 22% of Kiwis are concerned about a security breach while working from home, despite increasing cyber attacks.

By Ben Moore • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Jul 2020
U.S. face meets egg – used telecom tech to spy on own allies
Spying

U.S. face meets egg – used telecom tech to spy on own allies

Huawei revels in a 'gotcha' moment in the wake of The Washington Post's revelation that the US Govt used backdoors in CIA-owned tech company to spy on allies.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2020
Thailand leads ASEAN into a secure digital future
Cybersecurity

Thailand leads ASEAN into a secure digital future

As the chair country of ASEAN, Thailand aims to advance the community towards a future that includes a digital ASEAN.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2019
THAT'S A WRAP: Highlights from Sydney's 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum
Drones

THAT'S A WRAP: Highlights from Sydney's 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum

The event took a comprehensive look at the state of play for terrorist organisations and individuals - both local and abroad.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018
Strategic focus and plenty of good news for IT in Budget
Digital Transformation

Strategic focus and plenty of good news for IT in Budget

Budget applauded as 'a welcome focus on strategic investment' with no shortage of good news of IT - but hold on to your tech staff.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 13th May 2015
Cyber-attacks: 5 things companies should know
Physical Security

Cyber-attacks: 5 things companies should know

Businesses are increasingly prey to sophisticated cyber-attacks targeting intellectual property, reveals a new guide by ISACA and experts at Ernst and Young.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 17th May 2013
U.S. issues Huawei phone warning
Unified Communications

U.S. issues Huawei phone warning

U.S. officials caution firms against Huawei, citing potential security risks; Huawei dismisses claims, asserting its global trustworthiness and integrity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Oct 2012
Accelerating Networks for National Security
Bandwidth

Accelerating Networks for National Security

Improving network speed and coordination between New Zealand's national security agencies is crucial to handling potential threats with real-time efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 1st May 2011