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Singapore & Australia forge partnership to tackle cybersecurity issues
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
Why a VPN is essential in Australia after the Metadata Retention Law
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
Govt showcases Australia's cybersecurity strengths to the world
Cybersecurity

Govt showcases Australia's cybersecurity strengths to the world

It's all hands on deck for the Australian cybersecurity sector, according to the Trade and Investment Commission.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
Aus Gov gets serious about late payments, launches national inquiry
Marketing Technologies

Aus Gov gets serious about late payments, launches national inquiry

The Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell, has launched an inquiry into the late payment of small businesses.

By Jonathan Cotton • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2016

Stories from Other Regions

MessageXchange: Australian Govt. sends first ever e-invoice
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
What do the 457 Visa changes mean for the Australian IT sector?
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
Fake myGov email & SMS scam asks for pics of passports, driver licences
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
MailGuard takes different approach to security awareness by launching 'how to' guide
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
Angus Taylor: Current Govt investing more in tech sector than ever before
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
MyNetFone calls on Aussie govt as telcos refuse virtual mob numbers
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
How Australia's Essential Eight sets the standard for data protection & breach notification
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
Cybercrime is the 'new normal' and organisations must adapt, says RSM Australia
Breach Prevention

Cybercrime is the 'new normal' and organisations must adapt, says RSM Australia

RSM Australia warns that cybercrime is now 'business as usual' for firms, reinforcing the need to fortify digital defences.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Feb 2017
Weekly AU security roundup: The Government, Mimecast, Acronis, ESET and CompTIA
Malware

Weekly AU security roundup: The Government, Mimecast, Acronis, ESET and CompTIA

Australia touts cybersecurity leadership, while players like Mimecast and Acronis spotlight key sector challenges and advances.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Feb 2017
Australian economy at risk of losing billions to cyber attacks
EduTech

Australian economy at risk of losing billions to cyber attacks

Cyber attacks could cost Australia up to $16bn, according to a new study by specialist insurance firm Lloyd's. Sydney is the 12th most at-risk city.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
Huawei's Innovation Day 2016 triumphs 'brilliance of exploration'
Quantum Computing

Huawei's Innovation Day 2016 triumphs 'brilliance of exploration'

Huawei's Asia Pacific Innovation Day begins in Sydney, with president Li Jinge opening the event in front of industry experts and media.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
Australian govt at 'serious' risk from insiders, cyber security expert says
Cybersecurity

Australian govt at 'serious' risk from insiders, cyber security expert says

Insider threats leave Australian Govt data vulnerable, states ex-Snowden adviser during cyber security briefings.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Oct 2016
Promapp nabs Frankston Council contract
Promapp

Promapp nabs Frankston Council contract

Frankston City Council adopts Promapp to streamline services amidst cost-shifting pressures in Victoria's local government sector.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Sep 2016