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Decrypted: Phantom Secure takedown a 'significant blow' against Australia's organised crime networks

Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Australian, US and Canadian law enforcement agencies collaborate to bust Canadian security firm providing encrypted communications to organised crime market.
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ATO scammers steal $50k's worth of cryptocurrency from Australian taxpayers

Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Australian Tax Office warns of cryptocurrency scam demanding Bitcoin payments for fake tax debts, with losses of over $50,000 reported.
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Cybercriminals laundering $200b in ill-gotten gains – here's how

Sat, 17th Mar 2018
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​A new report from Bromium has landed with a number of startling findings, including the confirmation of a bustling cybercrime laundry market.
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IoT bank attacks on show at INTERPOL's Digital Security Challenge

Fri, 23rd Feb 2018
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Cybercrime experts from 23 countries gathered in Vienna for INTERPOL's Digital Security Challenge, simulating an IoT-based cyber attack on a bank.
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Why culture is important when choosing a partner

Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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culture
When choosing a partner, businesses should first reflect on their culture, as a strong corporate culture leads to successful partnerships, say experts.
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Switch owners get their hands dirty with Serial Cleaner

Wed, 14th Feb 2018
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gaming
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network infrastructure
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digital entertainment
Retro 2D puzzler Serial Cleaner, where players clean crime scenes, sneaks onto Nintendo's Switch. Stealth, strategy, and 70s vibes await.
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Cryptocurrency exchange says it lost $195m to hackers – but is it a scam?

Tue, 13th Feb 2018
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crypto
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blockchain
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cybersecurity
BitGrail wasn't known to many until last week when it announced it had been hacked, but many experts believe all is not as it seems.
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Kiwi startup helps disrupt major Aus crime ring

Mon, 5th Feb 2018
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Auror, a New Zealand based company and the Police worked together to disrupt an organised retail crime ring in Melbourne.
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Reseller pleads guilty to stealing from vulnerable rural Australians

Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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physical security
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resellers
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fraud
Jackson Temi Anni has been sentenced to 18-months imprisonment for lying about products and taking money directly from consumers' bank accounts.
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NSW hacker to appear in court seven months after GoGet data breach

Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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Popular car sharing service GoGet has been hit by a massive data breach that may affect all users who joined prior to July 27, 2017.
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Sydneysiders willing to use tech for reporting non-urgent crimes

Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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Sydneysiders are more than happy to become crime-stoppers, but only if their privacy is maintained in the process.
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Why Data Privacy Day calls for greater collaboration

Fri, 26th Jan 2018
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Data Privacy Day highlights the urgent need for enhanced collaboration between IT and HR to protect personal data in an era of increasing cyber threats.
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NetMotion expands into ANZ with new country manager

Wed, 17th Jan 2018
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NetMotion enters ANZ markets by appointing Daniel Pratt as country manager, aiming to enhance mobile performance and analytics solutions across the region.
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Australian Federal Police look for tech solution to help users submit digital evidence

Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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The Australian Federal Police is seeking support for a new initiative allowing citizens to report security incidents using technology.
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Calling all tech companies - The AFP are on the hunt for a new partnership

Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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Australia's Federal Police is calling on the technology industry to help improve public reporting capabilities.
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MuleSoft's integration platform approved and endorsed by Aus Govt

Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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By taking an API-led approach, government agencies are able to put data at the centre of their missions and innovate rapidly, without losing security.
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Cisco to develop training programs for Cyber Security Cooperative Research Centre

Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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australian government
With a $3m investment, Cisco will help to develop solutions to current and emerging skill shortages in cyber technologies.
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The horror continues in The Evil Within 2

Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
The Evil Within 2 refines its horror, enticing fans of both Resident Evil and the original with enhanced, accessible play.
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Police say everyone in UK has been hacked – Expert says not quite

Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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UK's Police representatives have revealed virtually everyone in the country has been hacked, however, High-Tech Bridge's CEO disagrees.
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Lessons learned from the latest ransomware attacks - there's more to come

Fri, 10th Nov 2017
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cybersecurity
According to Europol, Europe needs to prepare itself for a large increase in the number of cyber-attacks - an expert discusses what lies ahead.