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ESET: Cybersecurity is everyone's fight against dangerous criminals

Next week marks the start of the Australian Government's Stay Smart Online week, which aims to raise awareness about cybersecurity best practices.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Oct 2017

Hyperscale

ServiceNow passes security test - now certified to hold AU Govt. info

ServiceNow secures ASD certification to manage Australian Government data, ensuring elite security for Unclassified DLM info storage.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Sep 2017

Australian Government

Gender pay gap should be a social & economic priority, says WGEA

Two Australian government science agencies and two universities join national initiative to improve gender equity in research organizations.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Sep 2017

Hyperscale

Microsoft to deliver Azure from two Canberra data centres

Microsoft will be the only major cloud provider in Aus to deliver hyperscale cloud services to handle Unclassified and Protected government data.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Tue, 15th Aug 2017

Blockchain

Australian blockchain sector makes inroads with formation of Parliamentary Friendship group

The ADCA called for close co-operation between government, regulators and industry in advancing the adoption of blockchain in Australia.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Aug 2017

Fintech

Australia - world leaders in FinTech adoption, ahead of U.S & Hong Kong

Australia is leading the way in FinTech market penetration, ahead of Hong Kong, Singapore and the US, according to a report by FinTech Australia.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017

Cybersecurity

Singapore & Australia forge partnership to tackle cybersecurity issues

Singapore and Australia sign MOU to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation, including information sharing and joint exercises.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Jun 2017

Data Protection

Why a VPN is essential in Australia after the Metadata Retention Law

As Australia enforces metadata retention, VPNs become crucial to safeguard privacy from government surveillance, making Get a VPN Day more relevant than ever.

By Anas Baig • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2017

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Australian Government stories

Health Technologies

Dept of Human Services crowned winner of Government's Cyber War Games

The Government Cyber War Games included five teams, two of which were made up of representatives from multiple departments.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Oct 2017

AI Security

Govt announces $50m Cyber Security Cooperative Research Centre

According to MP Craig Laundy, the investment boosts Australia's reputation as a safe and secure place to do business.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Sep 2017

Hays

Australian cybersecurity experts now worth a premium as skills shortage bites

Hays, an employment and recruiting firm, has confirmed statistics showing a cyber skills shortage in Australia.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Aug 2017

Cartech

You're invited to be a part of THE IT event of 2017!

The Australian CIO Summit is the premium forum bringing together leading IT professionals with the most renowned solution providers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017

Fintech

Start-ups, FinTech & broadband: Tech features of the Australian Budget 2016-17

Aussie Budget '16-'17 boosts tech prowess with FinTech sandbox, tax relief for start-ups, and broadband plans, fuelling a digital economy renaissance.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Thu, 11th May 2017

Supply Chain

MessageXchange: Australian Govt. sends first ever e-invoice

The new Australian eInvoicing standard has been created through a collaboration between Government and Industry, led by the Digital Business Council.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd May 2017

Marketing Technologies

What do the 457 Visa changes mean for the Australian IT sector?

Aus IT sector grapples with 457 visa shake-up, leaving businesses and foreign workers uncertain of their future.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Apr 2017

Phishing

Fake myGov email & SMS scam asks for pics of passports, driver licences

Security watchdog Stay Safe Online has issued a critical alert to Australians, warning them of a fake email and SMS scam purporting to be from myGov.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Apr 2017

Ebooks

MailGuard takes different approach to security awareness by launching 'how to' guide

MailGuard has taken a different approach to cybercrime awareness with the launch of a new book to help leaders understand the problem.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2017

Digital Transformation

Angus Taylor: Current Govt investing more in tech sector than ever before

Angus Taylor, Australia's Assistant Minister to the PM, discusses the government's digital transformation initiatives.

By Sam Worthington • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Mar 2017

Leadership

MyNetFone calls on Aussie govt as telcos refuse virtual mob numbers

MyNetFone calls on Australian government to introduce virtual mobile numbers to help secure online identities.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2017

Breach Prevention

How Australia's Essential Eight sets the standard for data protection & breach notification

Globally, more and more jurisdictions are releasing mandates that will have a substantial impact on companies regarding breach notification.

By Christopher Strand • 5 min read • Tue, 14th Mar 2017