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Okta identity platforms meet Australia's PROTECTED criteria
Data Protection

Okta identity platforms meet Australia's PROTECTED criteria

Okta has passed an independent security review of its identity platforms, Auth0 and Okta, now meeting Australia's PROTECTED classification standard.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
Telstra & CommBank extend partnership to combat fraud
Unified Communications

Telstra & CommBank extend partnership to combat fraud

Telstra and CommBank have announced an extension to their partnership, introducing new 'Fraud Indicator' technology to enhance fraud detection and protect against identity theft.

By Catherine Knowles • 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
Commpete backs AUD $3bn fibre upgrade, urges caution
Unified Communications

Commpete backs AUD $3bn fibre upgrade, urges caution

Commpete has backed the Australian Government's AUD $3 billion fibre upgrade while urging caution about its ambitious implementation and alternative technologies.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
NBN Co secures wind power deal to cut carbon emissions
Power / Energy

NBN Co secures wind power deal to cut carbon emissions

NBN Co has begun sourcing renewable electricity from the Macarthur Wind Farm, marking a key step towards its aim of 100% renewable energy by December 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Oracle Cloud secures strategic certification for Australia
Data Protection

Oracle Cloud secures strategic certification for Australia

Oracle's Cloud for Australian Government and Defence has secured the highest 'Certified Strategic' level of the Hosting Certification Framework, bolstering security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Canary Technology acquires Layer 8 Security to expand
EduTech

Canary Technology acquires Layer 8 Security to expand

Canary Technology Solutions has acquired Layer 8 Security, enhancing its cybersecurity offerings and promising a comprehensive approach to digital protection.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2024
New auDA website launched for .au domain name insights
Australian Government

New auDA website launched for .au domain name insights

auDA has unveiled a new website designed to enhance user experience and simplify information access for .au domain name holders.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024
Semperis expands in Australia after USD $125m funding
EduTech

Semperis expands in Australia after USD $125m funding

Semperis is expanding in Australia following a USD $125 million funding boost, targeting enhanced cyber resilience amid rising ransomware threats.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2024
Australia's scam prevention law aims for AUD $50m fines
Unified Communications

Australia's scam prevention law aims for AUD $50m fines

Australia's new Scam Prevention Framework compels banks and telecoms to tackle rising scams, with fines of up to AUD $50 million for non-compliance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2024
Qualys Cloud Platform achieves IRAP PROTECTED status
Cybersecurity

Qualys Cloud Platform achieves IRAP PROTECTED status

Qualys' Cloud Platform has been evaluated as 'PROTECTED' by IRAP, affirming its security for sensitive data in Australia's government and critical sectors.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2024
Australia debates banning debit card surcharges impact
Australian Government

Australia debates banning debit card surcharges impact

The Australian Government's decision to ban debit card surcharges has sparked debate, with fintech groups cautioning against potential harm to small businesses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
auDA 2023-24 report highlights secure & reliable domains
Cybersecurity

auDA 2023-24 report highlights secure & reliable domains

au Domain Administration's 2023-24 report highlights managing 4.2 million .au domain names with 100% DNS availability and a commitment of USD $600,000 to community projects.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024
Australians calling for ban on debit card surcharges
Payment Technologies

Australians calling for ban on debit card surcharges

A recent survey shows one in five Australians dislike debit card surcharges most, with younger generations particularly frustrated as the government considers a ban.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024

Global Stories

Australian Government stories

Elastic completes IRAP certification for Elastic Cloud
Data Protection

Elastic completes IRAP certification for Elastic Cloud

Elastic has achieved the Protected level IRAP certification for Elastic Cloud, ensuring compliance with Australian government security requirements.

By Melania Watson • 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
HMC Capital acquires Global Switch Australia, promising growth
High Performance Computing

HMC Capital acquires Global Switch Australia, promising growth

HMC Capital has acquired Global Switch Australia, a move set to reshape the region's data centre sector and enhance local investment and services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Oct 2024