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Confluent Cloud boosts agentic AI with enhanced data & security
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Confluent Cloud unveils new features blending real-time and historical data to enhance secure, intelligent AI agents and analytics for enterprises.
Australian IT leaders see data streaming as key to AI growth
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digital transformation
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ai
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data management
Most Australian IT leaders see data streaming as vital for AI growth, with 93% planning increased investment to supply real-time, trustworthy data for AI systems.
Hundreds of printers at risk after security flaws uncovered
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network security
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Security flaws in 742 printer models from Brother and others risk remote attacks; users urged to update firmware and change default passwords immediately.
APRA tightens the cyber screws: What’s next for super funds and their partners?
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
APRA demands super funds boost cyber security, mandating multi-factor authentication by August 2025 to protect member savings from rising cyber threats.
Digital identity urged as cyber fraud rocks Australian real estate
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physical security
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Cyber scams and payment fraud are surging in Australian real estate, prompting experts to push for digital identity solutions to boost security and cut risks.
Fiji central bank leads push for stronger national cyber resilience
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data protection
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ransomware
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it training
The Reserve Bank of Fiji is spearheading efforts to enhance national cyber resilience amid rapid digital growth, urging collaboration between public and private sectors.
Milestone expands South Pacific channel with new partner focus
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digital entertainment
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cloud services
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video solutions
Milestone Systems expands its South Pacific channel with Matt Veenstra as Distribution Channel Manager to boost partner growth and updated Partner Program.
Java Independence is now a board-level priority - Driving cost savings, cloud efficiency and strategic agility
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digital transformation
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digital entertainment
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open source
Enterprises face rising Oracle Java costs, prompting a shift to OpenJDK for up to 70% savings, improved cloud efficiency, and greater strategic control by 2025.
OPSWAT adds SentinelOne AI to boost Metascan malware defence
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data protection
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
OPSWAT integrates SentinelOne's AI malware detection into Metascan Multiscanning, boosting threat defence across Windows and Linux platforms.
What do Iran's strikes tell us about nuclear risk, and how does AUKUS fit in?
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waste management
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Australia's AUKUS submarines use weapons-grade uranium in reactors designed for safety, distinct from Iran's nuclear sites targeted over weapon proliferation fears.
Tech sector faces sharp rise in AI & ransomware threats
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firewalls
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ransomware
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devops
Trustwave reveals a surge in AI-driven and ransomware attacks, with tech firms facing 85% of global ransomware incidents amid rising cyber threats.
Semperis warns nOAuth flaw in Entra ID risks SaaS accounts
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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zero trust security
Semperis warns a flaw in Microsoft's Entra ID allows attackers to hijack SaaS accounts easily, with many apps still vulnerable over a year later.
Verax launches Protect to tackle AI data leak risks for firms
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data protection
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hyperscale
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breach prevention
Verax AI launches Verax Protect globally to help firms prevent AI-driven data leaks, enhancing security and compliance amid rising AI adoption in businesses.
ReliaQuest launches GreyMatter automation to speed threat response
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uc
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
ReliaQuest unveils GreyMatter Workflows, automating security operations to cut response times by 64% and reduce manual tasks by over half.
Optus workshop helps over 1,000 students tackle online AI threats
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genai
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ai
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digital literacy
Over 1,000 Australian students joined Optus' Digital Thumbprint workshop to learn how to identify AI threats like deepfakes, scams, and online extortion.
Eftsure acquires Sis ID to create global payment protection giant
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saas
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fintech
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cybersecurity
Eftsure has acquired Sis ID to form the world’s largest business payment protection platform, covering 30+ countries and 3,500+ clients globally.
KnowBe4, Microsoft partner to enhance email security with AI
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
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soc
KnowBe4 and Microsoft have partnered to integrate AI-powered email security, enhancing threat detection for Microsoft 365 users through their ICES programme.
Milestone & Genoa launch EU-compliant AI for smart cities
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data protection
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smart cities
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digital entertainment
Milestone partners with Genoa to launch Project Hafnia, using NVIDIA tech to develop EU-compliant AI solutions for smarter, safer urban management.
Australian survey reveals risky passwords & distrust of AI
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phishing
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martech
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advanced persistent threat protection
A survey of 1,000 Australians reveals risky password reuse and widespread distrust of AI agents in digital experiences, raising cyber security concerns.
Privacy resilience: Why compliance alone won’t cut it in 2025
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data protection
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it training
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surveillance
In 2025, privacy demands more than compliance; organisations must embed it into culture, governance and cyber risk to meet rising regulatory and societal expectations.