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Vic Govt provider deploys Zscaler cloud platform
Wireless Networks

Vic Govt provider deploys Zscaler cloud platform

Cenitex embraces Zscaler's cloud platform under Program Fortify to enhance core networking infrastructure and protect over 26,000 public servants statewide.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Oct 2019
Google's new Melbourne office a major boost for Victorian tech sector
Google

Google's new Melbourne office a major boost for Victorian tech sector

Google's new Melbourne office, hosting over 100 employees, aims to bolster Victoria's tech sector by creating jobs and enhancing local talent development.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Jul 2018
Victorian Govt devotes $17.6 m to Cyber Security Strategy
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Victorian Govt devotes $17.6 m to Cyber Security Strategy

The strategy will protect government agencies and networks from cyber hacking threats, and will also help to protect the privacy of Victorians.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd May 2018
CyberGym opens Melbourne cybersecurity training centre
Education, Learning & Training

CyberGym opens Melbourne cybersecurity training centre

CyberGym has unveiled a multi-million AUD cyber defence facility in Melbourne, enhancing Victoria's status as a cyber security hub in the Asia Pacific region.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Nov 2017
Victorian Government welcomes the State's first CISO
Cybersecurity

Victorian Government welcomes the State's first CISO

John O'Driscoll has taken up the CISO role and joins from his previous position as senior manager of Information and Technology Risk at ANZ.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2017
Victorian Government launches its first Cyber Security Strategy
Cybersecurity

Victorian Government launches its first Cyber Security Strategy

The Victorian Government says it is 'getting on' with the state's first Cyber Security Strategy to help protect itself from cyber threats.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Aug 2017
Victorian Govt aims to create the first 'cyber ready' state in Australia
Cybersecurity

Victorian Govt aims to create the first 'cyber ready' state in Australia

Victoria aims be Australia's first truly cyber ready state - and at the centre of the fast-growing cybersecurity ecosystem.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Mimecast makes waves in the Australian cybersecurity market
Mimecast

Mimecast makes waves in the Australian cybersecurity market

Mimecast expands Melbourne HQ, attracting partners and bolstering cybersecurity efforts in the Australian tech sector.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Aug 2016

Global Stories

NNNCo and Agriculture Vic to roll out rural IoT networks
Internet of Things

NNNCo and Agriculture Vic to roll out rural IoT networks

NNNCo and Agriculture Victoria are collaborating to deploy IoT networks over 600 farms covering 5,000 sq. km as part of a Victorian Government-funded trial.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2020
How process automation improves efficiency for Parks Victoria
Customer Relationship Management

How process automation improves efficiency for Parks Victoria

Microsoft brings new efficiency to Parks Victoria with ParkConnect, a centralised management system for employees and stakeholders.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2019
Mavenlink lands in APAC with new office in Melbourne
Cloud Services

Mavenlink lands in APAC with new office in Melbourne

The expansion has gained the support of the Victorian Government, which has provided business assistance to Mavenlink.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Thu, 17th May 2018
Dimension Data, Deakin Uni & Vic Govt work with industry to boost Australia's cyber skills
Cybersecurity

Dimension Data, Deakin Uni & Vic Govt work with industry to boost Australia's cyber skills

Students can choose to take a 12-week internship at ANZ, Deakin, Dimension Data or the NAB after they have completed their studies.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Oct 2017
Victorian Government signs $200m deal to upgrade fines system
Unified Communications

Victorian Government signs $200m deal to upgrade fines system

Civica will undertake a major recruitment of existing employees to support the introduction of the Fines Reform Act and the new VIEW system.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Sep 2017
Chinese VC partners with Melbourne to launch Asia-focused startup incubator
Incubator

Chinese VC partners with Melbourne to launch Asia-focused startup incubator

Suzhou High-Tech Venture Capital Group is providing up to AU$80m in financial support to run the centre, and develop projects over the next 3 years.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Aug 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Intersekt festival to drive Asia-Pacific fintech growth
Fintech

Intersekt festival to drive Asia-Pacific fintech growth

Intersekt will run from October 27 until November 3 and will be held in partnership with FinTech Victoria, York Butter Factory and Next Money.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Jun 2017