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Australian firms exposed as vendor cyber risk grows

Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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Australian organisations face mounting cyber risk as vendor networks outgrow weak third party controls, with 99% hit by supply chain breaches.
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BlueVoyant's warning after Qantas and Mango cyber attacks

Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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BlueVoyant warns Australian firms after Qantas and Mango suffer breaches via third-party suppliers, highlighting risks in supply chain cyber security.
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BlueVoyant joins Microsoft Sentinel to boost global cyber defence

Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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BlueVoyant joins Microsoft Sentinel partner ecosystem, enhancing the AI-ready platform with custom solutions to strengthen global cyber defence efforts.
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Oyster Backdoor mimics IT management tools to target IT professionals

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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Oyster Backdoor malware, disguised as WinSCP and PuTTY, targets healthcare IT professionals to enable ransomware operations like Rhysida, warns BlueVoyant.
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Microsoft launches Sentinel data lake to cut storage costs

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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Microsoft launches Sentinel data lake, cutting security data storage costs to under 10% and boosting threat detection with AI integration.
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AI Appreciation Day calls for ethical & human-centred innovation

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
AI Appreciation Day highlights the need for ethical, human-centred innovation as AI transforms industries like law and cybersecurity with fresh challenges.
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Qantas cyber breach highlights urgent need for supply chain security

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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A cyber breach at Qantas, traced to a third-party supplier, underscores urgent calls for stronger supply chain security across Australia's digital networks.
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BlueVoyant unveils SBOM tool to tackle third-party software risk

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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BlueVoyant has launched a Software Bill of Materials tool to help firms manage third-party software risks and improve supply chain cyber defence.
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BlueVoyant launches tailored Microsoft Security optimisation service

Fri, 9th May 2025
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BlueVoyant launches Continuous Optimisation for Microsoft Security (COMS) to boost enterprise cyber defence and cut costs with tailored threat detection and expertise.
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Qualys expands mROC Partner Alliance to boost global cyber risk

Wed, 7th May 2025
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Qualys expands its managed Risk Operations Centre Partner Alliance globally, enhancing cyber risk management across several regions.
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DBS & Bank of China Singapore hit by cyberattack

Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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A ransomware attack on a printing vendor has exposed customer data from DBS and Bank of China Singapore, highlighting urgent supply chain cybersecurity needs.
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Tech leaders calling for gender equality & inclusion

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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cybersecurity
As International Women's Day approaches, tech leaders are advocating for gender equality, pushing for inclusive environments within the industry.
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BlueVoyant appoints Montoya & Dalvi for key roles

Wed, 29th Jan 2025
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BlueVoyant has appointed Michael Montoya as Chief Operating Officer and Deepak Dalvi as head of SaaS product and AI strategy to drive innovation.
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BlueVoyant appoints ex-NSA Chief Rob Joyce to its board

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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BlueVoyant has appointed cybersecurity veteran Rob Joyce as an independent director, bolstering its strategic vision amid growing demand for advanced cyber protection.
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Experts predict AI-driven cyber threats & defences by 2025

Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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ransomware
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Experts from BlueVoyant and KnowBe4 warn that cyber threats will evolve by 2025, urging firms to adopt AI and enhance security awareness.
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BlueVoyant report shows decline in supply chain breaches

Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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A new study by BlueVoyant reveals 81% of organisations faced supply chain breaches last year, despite advances in third-party risk management efforts.
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BlueVoyant study shows MDR services offer 210% ROI & cost savings

Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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BlueVoyant's MDR services achieve 210% ROI and USD $3.9M NPV over three years, per Forrester Consulting. Benefits include reduced alerts, faster resolutions, and cost savings.
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Three ways CISOs can use Microsoft Copilot for security to strengthen defences

Fri, 26th Jul 2024
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As the cybersecurity landscape intensifies, Microsoft Copilot for Security emerges as a CISO ally by enhancing incident reporting, threat prevention, and team upskilling.
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BlueVoyant unveils new Cyber Defense Platform for enhanced security

Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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BlueVoyant has launched its Cyber Defense Platform, a cloud-native system designed to enhance security operations and tackle rising cyber threats effectively.
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BlueVoyant wins 2024 Microsoft Worldwide Security Partner award

Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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BlueVoyant has clinched the 2024 Microsoft Worldwide Security Partner of the Year Award, marking its third win as US partner of the year and a debut win in Canada.