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Department of Health trials secure blockchain-based health research project
Cloud Security

Department of Health trials secure blockchain-based health research project

The DoH was looking for a platform that could give researchers access to medical data, while also preventing that data from being re-identified.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 28th May 2018
Vault Systems launches secure cloud training academy for Australian govt IT staff
Cloud Security

Vault Systems launches secure cloud training academy for Australian govt IT staff

There is now a high level of focus on data protection and secure cloud systems will be critical to government agencies' digital transformation.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Apr 2018
Agile Digital & Vault Systems bring blockchain to cloud security
Cloud Security

Agile Digital & Vault Systems bring blockchain to cloud security

Blockchain is about to become part of the Australian cloud market, thanks to a partnership between two Australian tech firms.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 26th Mar 2018

Global Stories

Making the role of CIO more relevant in 2018
Migration

Making the role of CIO more relevant in 2018

The role of a CIO in the public sector is evolving towards a more strategic focus as digital transformation becomes a priority.

By Tony Marceddo • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Sep 2018
Why digital transformation rests on the shoulders of the C-suite
Digital Transformation

Why digital transformation rests on the shoulders of the C-suite

Only 7% of respondents believe the government is making significant strides in their digital transformation journey.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Aug 2018
Govt cloud service provider Vault opts with Mellanox and Cumulus
Unified Communications

Govt cloud service provider Vault opts with Mellanox and Cumulus

​Vault Systems has chosen to work with Mellanox and Cumulus Networks in providing a cloud service fit for a government.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 29th May 2018
Today is World Password Day: Here's what the experts think
Malware

Today is World Password Day: Here's what the experts think

Microsoft hails the death of passwords. What are other security experts saying? Comments from Malwarebytes, CyberArk, Vault Systems, ESET & SailPoint.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Thu, 3rd May 2018
Businesses are more aware of cybercrime but still not prepared
Partner Programmes

Businesses are more aware of cybercrime but still not prepared

Findings from a survey of senior security executives revealed the majority are aware of cybercrime's rise - but they're not ready.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Mar 2018
Keeping data in the cloud will prevent breaches from raining down
Semiconductors

Keeping data in the cloud will prevent breaches from raining down

With competition aplenty, it is important to understand what makes the cloud secure, what are the security risks and how it fits with transformation.

By Rupert Taylor-Price • 5 min read • Tue, 6th Mar 2018