National Security stories - Page 6
Japan enacts Active Cyber Defense Law to neutralise threats
Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Japan has passed the Active Cyber Defense Law, allowing pre-emptive action against cyber threats while safeguarding privacy and civil liberties.
New secure data centre Mātai opens at RNZAF Base Auckland
Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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public sector
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national security
The Government Communications Security Bureau has opened Mātai, a new secure data centre at RNZAF Base Auckland, enhancing New Zealand's digital infrastructure security.
Fiji central bank leads push for stronger national cyber resilience
Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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digital transformation
The Reserve Bank of Fiji is spearheading efforts to enhance national cyber resilience amid rapid digital growth, urging collaboration between public and private sectors.
The risky race to AI: How DeepSeek is reshaping the AI landscape
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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data protection
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breach prevention
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ai security
Chinese startup DeepSeek's new AI model cuts costs but sparks global security fears, prompting bans and cyberattacks amid geopolitical tensions.
ASIO's declassified insights send powerful messages on protecting people, data centres, and buildings
Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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physical security
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risk & compliance
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ASIO Director warns of heightened 2025 threat level, urging enhanced physical and cyber security in buildings amid rising terrorism and sabotage risks.
High-performance tech framework attracts global police sector
Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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New Zealand's Vantaset, based on elite athlete research, is gaining interest from UK, US and North American police and defence sectors to boost workforce performance.
Oracle launches air-gapped cloud for security & sovereignty
Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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cloud security
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edge computing
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Oracle launches Compute Cloud@Customer Isolated, an air-gapped cloud service boosting security and data sovereignty for governments and regulated sectors.
Oracle launches defence ecosystem to boost security tech ties
Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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cloud marketplace
Oracle has launched the Oracle Defense Ecosystem to enhance security tech collaboration and access to cloud and AI for US and allied defence sectors.
Fortinet names Nicole Henry new ANZ Head of Government Affairs
Mon, 2nd Jun 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Fortinet has appointed Nicole Henry as Head of Government Affairs for Australia and New Zealand to lead public sector cybersecurity efforts and policy engagement.
OpenAI forum explores how reasoning AI will shape global economics
Wed, 14th May 2025
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global economy
OpenAI's forum revealed how reasoning AI, like the new O-series models, is set to transform global economics, work, and international security strategies.
Lumify Group wins top cyber security training award for 2025
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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firewalls
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hyperscale
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network security
Lumify Group was named Cyber Security Training Business of the Year at the 2025 Australian Cyber Awards, recognising its role in boosting Australia's cyber skills.
NZ submarine cables are 'attractive espionage targets', officials warn
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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network infrastructure
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cybersecurity
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transpower
Officials alert PM that submarine cables, vital for vast data transfers, are attractive espionage targets amid global concerns over their security.
Former CIA Chief George Tenet joins Illumio board to boost AI cybersecurity
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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ransomware
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hybrid cloud
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advanced persistent threat protection
George J. Tenet, ex-CIA Director, joins Illumio's board to boost focus on AI-driven breach containment in hybrid and multi-cloud cybersecurity.
Future of CVE repository in doubt as MITRE contract ends
Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threat
Concerns rise as MITRE's contract to manage the CVE vulnerability database nears expiry, risking disruption to global cybersecurity infrastructure.
Trend Micro explores Russian cyber underground's influence
Wed, 16th Apr 2025
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
Trend Micro's latest report unveils the evolution of the Russian-speaking cyber underground, revealing its impact on global cybercrime amid shifting geopolitical landscapes.
Logically partners with Databricks to enhance threat detection
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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data analytics
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Logically has teamed up with Databricks to bolster organisations' defences against online threats, combining AI technology with data intelligence.
Rising ICS/OT cyber threats due to budgetary imbalances
Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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cybersecurity
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education, learning & training
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security vulnerabilities
A recent SANS Institute and OPSWAT report reveals serious shortcomings in ICS/OT cybersecurity budgets, with over half of organisations experiencing security incidents last year.
Data leak at Chinese firm reveals government monitoring
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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data protection
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data analytics
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edr
A data leak from TopSec, a Chinese cybersecurity firm, reveals its role in aiding the government's web monitoring efforts, according to SentinelLabs.
Cybercrime surges as global threat to national security
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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ransomware
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email security
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cybersecurity
Cybercrime has overtaken state-sponsored hacking as the main online threat, with healthcare and energy sectors particularly vulnerable, warns Google.
DeepSeek's rise: Navigating the AI data and security challenge in Australia
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has surged to 3 million downloads in Australia, prompting concerns over data privacy, national security and misuse.