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DeepSeek's rise: Navigating the AI data and security challenge in Australia
Data Protection

DeepSeek's rise: Navigating the AI data and security challenge in Australia

DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has surged to 3 million downloads in Australia, prompting concerns over data privacy, national security and misuse.

By Steve Moros • 6 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Palo Alto unveils quantum random number generation API
Unified Communications

Palo Alto unveils quantum random number generation API

Palo Alto Networks has unveiled a new Open API for quantum random number generation, partnering with Quantinuum to bolster cybersecurity as quantum tech evolves.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
CyberCX raises alarm on Chinese device security risks
Surveillance

CyberCX raises alarm on Chinese device security risks

CyberCX has warned consumers about the security dangers posed by Chinese-manufactured internet-connected devices after a compromised doorbell incident in Australia.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Cohesity strengthens security with new advisory additions
Ransomware

Cohesity strengthens security with new advisory additions

Cohesity enhances its Security Advisory Council with the appointment of Dave DeWalt and H.R. McMaster, aimed at strengthening global data security amid rising cyber threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
CISA mandates secure cloud baselines for US agencies
Software-as-a-Service

CISA mandates secure cloud baselines for US agencies

CISA has mandated federal agencies to implement SCuBA Secure Configuration Baselines for Microsoft 365 by mid-2025 to combat rising cyber threats.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
BlackBerry forecasts cybersecurity challenges for 2025
Unified Communications

BlackBerry forecasts cybersecurity challenges for 2025

BlackBerry's David Wiseman warns of rising cybersecurity threats in Australia, predicting escalated challenges in 2025 linked to telecoms and political figures.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024

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New cyber incident severity scale launched by CMC in UK
National Security

New cyber incident severity scale launched by CMC in UK

The Cyber Monitoring Centre has unveiled a groundbreaking severity scale for cyber incidents in the UK, aiming to enhance resilience and response strategies.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2025
Australia bans foreign AI, urges local tech investment
Data Protection

Australia bans foreign AI, urges local tech investment

The Australian government has banned foreign AI technology DeepSeek R1, escalating calls for increased investment in homegrown artificial intelligence capabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025
Australia bans Chinese AI platform DeepSeek over security
Firewalls

Australia bans Chinese AI platform DeepSeek over security

The Australian government has banned the Chinese AI platform DeepSeek from its systems, echoing similar actions by the US and Italy over security risks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2025
UK unifies armed forces recruitment with Pega platform
Robotic Process Automation

UK unifies armed forces recruitment with Pega platform

The UK government has launched a unified recruitment service for its armed forces, with Pega providing a digital platform to streamline the enlistment process.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sun, 9th Feb 2025
Dismantling security councils exposes cyber vulnerabilities
Unified Communications

Dismantling security councils exposes cyber vulnerabilities

The recent federal decision to dismantle key security councils has triggered alarms about national cyber vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure protection.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Stargate Project to invest USD $500bn in AI for OpenAI
Artificial Intelligence

Stargate Project to invest USD $500bn in AI for OpenAI

The Stargate Project has unveiled a monumental investment of USD $500 billion aimed at bolstering artificial intelligence infrastructure in the US over four years.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
ScotlandIS outlines 2025 trends in AI, remote work, security
Partner Programmes

ScotlandIS outlines 2025 trends in AI, remote work, security

ScotlandIS predicts a surge in AI skills demand and hybrid working models for 2025, despite economic hurdles, with a push for greener data centres.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
TechWorks unveils strategy to boost UK semiconductor sector
Semiconductors

TechWorks unveils strategy to boost UK semiconductor sector

TechWorks has unveiled a strategic report aimed at revitalising the UK semiconductor industry, targeting USD $100 billion in value over ten years.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
Emerging tech trends in Australia: What to expect in 2025
Unified Communications

Emerging tech trends in Australia: What to expect in 2025

As Australia gears up for 2025, trends in quantum technology, AI training, and cybersecurity are set to reshape the nation's business landscape and growth potential.

By Guy Danskine • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
NZSIS urges wider sharing of intelligence to build resilience
Data Analytics

NZSIS urges wider sharing of intelligence to build resilience

NZSIS Director Andrew Hampton calls for broader public and business access to intelligence, aiming to boost community resilience and national security.

By Sean Mitchell • 7 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Salus Ventures appoints top advisors to boost resilience
Artificial Intelligence

Salus Ventures appoints top advisors to boost resilience

Salus Ventures has launched a Strategic Advisor Program, enlisting prominent figures in intelligence, diplomacy, and defence to enhance national security.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024