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Quantum computing isn't just a crypto problem - it's a money problem

Quantum computing isn't just a crypto problem - it's a money problem

Banks, payment networks and governments may face the same post-quantum migration as crypto, with trust and coordination now at stake.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Last week

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Integrity360 & Venari Security tackle post-quantum risk

Integrity360 & Venari Security tackle post-quantum risk

Rising regulatory pressure is forcing organisations to map encryption exposure now, as post-quantum threats loom over critical systems and data.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week

Quantum computers aren't here yet. But the data threat is

Data Protection

Quantum computers aren't here yet. But the data threat is

Hackers are already stockpiling encrypted data for Q-Day, when quantum machines could break RSA and ECC in minutes.

By Donovan Jackson • 5 min read • This month

Certes says be ready to protect data before Q Day hits

Data Protection

Certes says be ready to protect data before Q Day hits

Only 3% of Australian businesses have started preparing for post-quantum cryptography, leaving sensitive data exposed to harvest-now, decrypt-later attacks.

By Anthony Caruana • 5 min read • Last month

Valkey 9.1 cuts memory use & boosts security tools

Valkey 9.1 cuts memory use & boosts security tools

Operators of large Valkey deployments could cut infrastructure costs as version 9.1 reduces per-key memory use by up to 10% and tightens access controls.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

TEMi launches PolicyPilot in Australia & New Zealand

Software-as-a-Service

TEMi launches PolicyPilot in Australia & New Zealand

TEMi brings PolicyPilot to Australia and New Zealand as employers seek faster, compliant answers on remote work, tax, immigration and data risk.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month

Snom launches white D8xx phones for Asia-Pacific markets

Unified Communications

Snom launches white D8xx phones for Asia-Pacific markets

Hospitals and design-led workplaces in Asia-Pacific can now buy Snom's D8xx phones in white, with antibacterial housing and unchanged specs.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Apr 2026

Appdome launches identity-first mobile API protection

Appdome launches identity-first mobile API protection

Mobile API calls can now be checked against app, device and session identity before access is granted, aiming to curb bot abuse and takeover attempts.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026

Entrust and Chillisoft partner to kick cybersecurity goals

Entrust and Chillisoft partner to kick cybersecurity goals

Chillisoft’s local support is helping Entrust reach more ANZ resellers as tighter budgets, AI threats and shorter certificate lifespans raise risk.

By Anthony Caruana • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026

Why AI-powered security needs network telemetry across the hybrid cloud

Why AI-powered security needs network telemetry across the hybrid cloud

Security teams risk missed attacks and slower investigations unless AI can see network traffic in motion across hybrid cloud environments.

By Ryan Mahoney • 4 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2026

Snom launches single-cell DECT systems for smaller sites

Unified Communications

Snom launches single-cell DECT systems for smaller sites

Smaller sites can now add mobile voice coverage without a multi-cell deployment, as the systems support up to eight calls and 10 handsets.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026

China-linked Red Menshen hides inside telecoms networks

Unified Communications

China-linked Red Menshen hides inside telecoms networks

Dormant implants in carrier systems could expose subscriber data and signals across Europe and APAC, Rapid7 warned.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026

Gold Lapel launches PostgreSQL proxy to tune queries

Gold Lapel launches PostgreSQL proxy to tune queries

Gold Lapel unveils a PostgreSQL proxy that auto‑tunes slow SQL, aiming to replace extra cache and pooling layers with in‑database smarts.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026

PQShield shrinks post-quantum crypto for tiny devices

PQShield shrinks post-quantum crypto for tiny devices

PQShield unveils a lean post-quantum crypto library running in under 5KB RAM, targeting billions of memory-starved embedded devices.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2026

Radware unveils cloud Web DDoS defence for SSL traffic

Radware unveils cloud Web DDoS defence for SSL traffic

Radware launches cloud Web DDoS defence that blocks encrypted layer 7 attacks without forcing customers to share SSL certificates.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2026

Google tests Merkle Tree Certificates for quantum web

Quantum Computing

Google tests Merkle Tree Certificates for quantum web

Google is trialling Merkle Tree Certificates in Chrome to cut post-quantum HTTPS overhead while keeping web certificate issuance transparent.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Mar 2026

Cloudflare adds quantum-safe encryption across SASE

Cloudflare adds quantum-safe encryption across SASE

Cloudflare has enabled quantum-safe encryption across its SASE platform, securing IPsec, WAN and Zero Trust links without extra cost.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Feb 2026

WatchGuard warns of surge in evasive, encrypted malware

WatchGuard warns of surge in evasive, encrypted malware

WatchGuard reports a 1,548% surge in new evasive malware and a 2,000% jump in encrypted threats, straining signature-based defences.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Feb 2026

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Corelight adds passive asset visibility to Open NDR

Corelight adds passive asset visibility to Open NDR

Security teams can now spot unmanaged devices and services on live traffic as Corelight extends Open NDR with passive asset classification.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

QuSecure named finalist for MIT Sloan CIO showcase

Digital Transformation

QuSecure named finalist for MIT Sloan CIO showcase

Enterprise buyers will see QuSecure's post-quantum platform at MIT Sloan, as concern grows over encryption resilience ahead of quantum threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month