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Australian local government body develops IoT-enabled smart restrooms
Internet of Things

Australian local government body develops IoT-enabled smart restrooms

The restrooms are one part of the councils latest set of IoT initiatives, with the second involving water metering of multi-story buildings.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Jul 2018
Aus Govt taps Macquarie Cloud Services to store DHS data
Private Cloud

Aus Govt taps Macquarie Cloud Services to store DHS data

Macquarie Launch Health Cloud is a secure private cloud which has been purpose-built for the healthcare sector.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Jun 2018
Going cashless to end the black economy: MYOB supports Aus Govt findings
Fintech

Going cashless to end the black economy: MYOB supports Aus Govt findings

The Black Economy Taskforce released the findings from its recent report that it will tackle large cash payments.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd May 2018
Penten locked and loaded for next stage in secure mobility and cyber deception
Endpoint Protection

Penten locked and loaded for next stage in secure mobility and cyber deception

Canberra cybersecurity provider Penten is continuing to take advantage of its 'extraordinary' growth over the last three years.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 1st May 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Electric car infrastructure needs to be a high priority
Cartech

Electric car infrastructure needs to be a high priority

Infrastructure Australia has identified the construction of a national electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging network as a High Priority Initiative.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Feb 2019
ICT peak body's policy focus pre-budget
Government

ICT peak body's policy focus pre-budget

The AIIA highlights the need to boost Digital Skills, Innovation and Government ICT Procurement in Pre-Budget Submission.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Feb 2019
Penten & Cyber Security CRC to research 'advanced cyber traps'
Breach Prevention

Penten & Cyber Security CRC to research 'advanced cyber traps'

Penten teams up with the Cyber Security CRC to research AI-enhanced cyber traps for faster breach detection, aiming to bolster Australia's cyber defences.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Jan 2019
Government outlines agenda for Australia's tech future
Blockchain

Government outlines agenda for Australia's tech future

The National Government has released a report outlining the strategy for Australia's digital future - Minister Karen Andrews comments.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Jan 2019
Govt announces cybersecurity grants for SMBs
Small Business

Govt announces cybersecurity grants for SMBs

The Australian Government introduces a $10M cybersecurity initiative, offering grants to SMBs and boosting CREST ANZ's capacity to enhance digital security.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Dec 2018
Security experts comment on latest OIAC report
Firewalls

Security experts comment on latest OIAC report

The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner has been notified of 245 data breaches affecting personal information between July and September 2018.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Oct 2018
Privacy watchdogs say Centrelink ruling is a failure of Australia's freedom of speech
Data Privacy

Privacy watchdogs say Centrelink ruling is a failure of Australia's freedom of speech

Centrelink cleared after sharing personal info with media, but watchdogs furious. Concerns raised about privacy breach and freedom of speech.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 30th May 2018
Australian Cyber Security Research Centre appoints Rachael Falk as CEO
Cisco

Australian Cyber Security Research Centre appoints Rachael Falk as CEO

Rachael Falk has been appointed as the new CEO of the Australian Cyber Security Research Centre, replacing interim CEO Dr Darrell Williamson.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 21st May 2018
Australia facing 'systematic and wilful degradation of human rights online'
Data Privacy

Australia facing 'systematic and wilful degradation of human rights online'

Digital Rights Watch believes Australians' human rights are being 'severely breached' through the actions of private organisations and governments.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 15th May 2018
The Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now in action
Security Operations Centres

The Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now in action

The Australia-backed Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network is now live, uniting cybersecurity teams from 14 Pacific nations to bolster regional security.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 14th May 2018
Govt launches National Security Science and Technology Policy
Biometrics

Govt launches National Security Science and Technology Policy

Australia's new National Security Science and Technology Policy focuses on cybersecurity, border security, and intelligence, among other areas.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd May 2018
Victorian Govt devotes $17.6 m to Cyber Security Strategy
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Victorian Govt devotes $17.6 m to Cyber Security Strategy

The strategy will protect government agencies and networks from cyber hacking threats, and will also help to protect the privacy of Victorians.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd May 2018
ASD will not get more powers for mass surveillance on Australians
Australian Government

ASD will not get more powers for mass surveillance on Australians

Rumours suggesting that the Australian Signals Directorate may get more powers to spy on Australians are completely unfounded.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Apr 2018
Australia joins NATO's Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence
Cybersecurity

Australia joins NATO's Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence

Australia opens its first pop-up embassy in Tallinn, Estonia to support its aim of becoming a member of NATO's cyber defence hub.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Apr 2018