Australian Government stories - Page 4
Microsoft to deliver Azure from two Canberra data centres
Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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Microsoft will be the only major cloud provider in Aus to deliver hyperscale cloud services to handle Unclassified and Protected government data.
Singapore & Australia forge partnership to tackle cybersecurity issues
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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cybersecurity
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csa
Singapore and Australia sign MOU to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation, including information sharing and joint exercises.
Why a VPN is essential in Australia after the Metadata Retention Law
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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data protection
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vpns
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australian government
As Australia enforces metadata retention, VPNs become crucial to safeguard privacy from government surveillance, making Get a VPN Day more relevant than ever.
Aus Gov gets serious about late payments, launches national inquiry
Mon, 21st Nov 2016
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
The Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell, has launched an inquiry into the late payment of small businesses.
$14 million boost in supercomputer storage to benefit Australian science
Thu, 28th Jul 2016
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
The Australian Government has given an additional £7m to the National Computational Infrastructure's (NCI) supercomputer.
Australian Govt Dept of Employment chooses Qlik Sense for analytics
Mon, 4th Jul 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
We look forward to continuing our relationship with the Department of Employment to help them harness the full power of our visual analytics platform.
Aussie Govt should make better use of survey data
Tue, 28th Jun 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The Government could do well to make better use of survey data from the public in order to gain a better understanding of people's needs and wants.
NEC to set up $4.38 million cyber security centre in Adelaide
Tue, 21st Jun 2016
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cybersecurity
NEC Australia is set to establish a $4.38m Global Security Intel Centre in Adelaide to address growing demand for cyber security in Australia.
CGI nabs Queensland government contract worth $58m
Mon, 30th May 2016
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
CGI secures a £58.8m deal to enhance Queensland's debt recovery, aiming for smarter, faster collections with a high-tech solution.
Avaya focuses on Govt with new appointment
Mon, 16th May 2016
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contact centre
Avaya appoints Peter Whitely as new account director for Federal Government in Australia to drive digital transformation.
UXC: Australia's Cyber Security Strategy a great leap forward
Wed, 11th May 2016
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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uxc
Australia's new Cyber Security Strategy aims to address shortages in skilled professionals & promote cultural change.
AU Govt Cyber Security Strategy: More insider insights
Thu, 5th May 2016
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cybersecurity
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australian government
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meteorology
We published a story last week to share some authoritative opinions from the industry about the Govt strategy - here's some more expert commentary.
Is Big Brother watching? How metadata can affect you
Wed, 4th May 2016
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cybersecurity
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opinion
It's been 5 months since the introduction of Australia's metadata laws came into effect, and the general public's understanding remains vague at best.
Aussie Govt makes sought after datasets available for free
Thu, 28th Apr 2016
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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martech
The Australian Government has made spatial data free through a dedicated website, benefiting various industries.
The lowdown on Aussie Govt's Cyber Security Strategy
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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cybersecurity
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founders
Malcom Turnbull recently announced Australia's Cyber Security Strategy for the future - here are some insights from professionals in the industry.
Aussie Government urges business to take action against cyber threats
Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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cybersecurity
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deloitte
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cyber criminal
Australian businesses are falling behind in cyber security, leaving them vulnerable to cyber criminals, according to Deloitte.
Blue Coat endorses Aussie Govt cyber security strategy
Fri, 15th Apr 2016
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cybersecurity
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blue coat
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australian government
Blue Coat welcomes Australian Government's cyber security strategy update, says it will make networks more resilient.
Avaya inks Aussie Treasury deal
Tue, 9th Feb 2016
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surveillance
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avaya
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cctv
Avaya secures a deal with the Australian Treasury to replace their outdated network with Avaya's SDN Fx architecture, enhancing efficiency and reliability.
First tranche of federal government hardware suppliers named
Tue, 29th Sep 2015
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apple
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notebook
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australian government
New whole-of-government hardware panel includes Mac1, OPC IT and Samsung in first tranche of preferred tenderers, more to follow.
Aussie Government gears up for nbn satellite launch
Wed, 19th Aug 2015
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uc
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spacetech
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australian government
The nbn long term satellite service will be a 'game changer' for those living and working in regional and remote areas.