SecurityBrief UK - Technology news for CISOs & cybersecurity decision-makers
United Kingdom

Australian Government Stories - Page 21

Global Stories

Australian Government stories

Govt showcases Australia's cybersecurity strengths to the world
Cybersecurity

Govt showcases Australia's cybersecurity strengths to the world

It's all hands on deck for the Australian cybersecurity sector, according to the Trade and Investment Commission.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Feb 2017
Aus Gov gets serious about late payments, launches national inquiry
Marketing Technologies

Aus Gov gets serious about late payments, launches national inquiry

The Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell, has launched an inquiry into the late payment of small businesses.

By Jonathan Cotton • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2016
$14 million boost in supercomputer storage to benefit Australian science
DataCentre infrastructure

$14 million boost in supercomputer storage to benefit Australian science

The Australian Government has given an additional £7m to the National Computational Infrastructure's (NCI) supercomputer.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Jul 2016
Australian researchers develop graphical modelling for the combat zone
Cloud Services

Australian researchers develop graphical modelling for the combat zone

Advanced computing techniques are being used to help the Australian military understand combat situations using modelling & simulations.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jul 2016
Law firm warns Australian firms: Get your data breach protection toolkit ready now
Breach Prevention

Law firm warns Australian firms: Get your data breach protection toolkit ready now

Australian organisations are facing an increase in cyber litigation, prompting the need to prepare for mandatory data breach reporting, says law firm Jones Day.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Australian Government stories

Fake myGov email & SMS scam asks for pics of passports, driver licences
Phishing

Fake myGov email & SMS scam asks for pics of passports, driver licences

Security watchdog Stay Safe Online has issued a critical alert to Australians, warning them of a fake email and SMS scam purporting to be from myGov.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Apr 2017
MailGuard takes different approach to security awareness by launching 'how to' guide
Ebooks

MailGuard takes different approach to security awareness by launching 'how to' guide

MailGuard has taken a different approach to cybercrime awareness with the launch of a new book to help leaders understand the problem.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2017
Angus Taylor: Current Govt investing more in tech sector than ever before
Digital Transformation

Angus Taylor: Current Govt investing more in tech sector than ever before

Angus Taylor, Australia's Assistant Minister to the PM, discusses the government's digital transformation initiatives.

By Sam Worthington • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Mar 2017
MyNetFone calls on Aussie govt as telcos refuse virtual mob numbers
Leadership

MyNetFone calls on Aussie govt as telcos refuse virtual mob numbers

MyNetFone calls on Australian government to introduce virtual mobile numbers to help secure online identities.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2017
How Australia's Essential Eight sets the standard for data protection & breach notification
Breach Prevention

How Australia's Essential Eight sets the standard for data protection & breach notification

Globally, more and more jurisdictions are releasing mandates that will have a substantial impact on companies regarding breach notification.

By Christopher Strand • 5 min read • Tue, 14th Mar 2017
Cybercrime is the 'new normal' and organisations must adapt, says RSM Australia
Breach Prevention

Cybercrime is the 'new normal' and organisations must adapt, says RSM Australia

RSM Australia warns that cybercrime is now 'business as usual' for firms, reinforcing the need to fortify digital defences.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Feb 2017
Weekly AU security roundup: The Government, Mimecast, Acronis, ESET and CompTIA
Malware

Weekly AU security roundup: The Government, Mimecast, Acronis, ESET and CompTIA

Australia touts cybersecurity leadership, while players like Mimecast and Acronis spotlight key sector challenges and advances.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Feb 2017
Kiwi innovation set to benefit from revamped trans-Tasman patent regime
Physical Security

Kiwi innovation set to benefit from revamped trans-Tasman patent regime

New Zealand and Australian businesses to benefit from improved advice on patenting as new Patents Amendment Bill passes.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2016
Australian economy at risk of losing billions to cyber attacks
EduTech

Australian economy at risk of losing billions to cyber attacks

Cyber attacks could cost Australia up to $16bn, according to a new study by specialist insurance firm Lloyd's. Sydney is the 12th most at-risk city.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
Huawei's Innovation Day 2016 triumphs 'brilliance of exploration'
Quantum Computing

Huawei's Innovation Day 2016 triumphs 'brilliance of exploration'

Huawei's Asia Pacific Innovation Day begins in Sydney, with president Li Jinge opening the event in front of industry experts and media.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
Australian govt at 'serious' risk from insiders, cyber security expert says
Cybersecurity

Australian govt at 'serious' risk from insiders, cyber security expert says

Insider threats leave Australian Govt data vulnerable, states ex-Snowden adviser during cyber security briefings.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Oct 2016
Promapp nabs Frankston Council contract
Promapp

Promapp nabs Frankston Council contract

Frankston City Council adopts Promapp to streamline services amidst cost-shifting pressures in Victoria's local government sector.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Sep 2016
Incoming Turnbull Govt must act on digital policy, says industry body
Australian Government

Incoming Turnbull Govt must act on digital policy, says industry body

As Australia ushers in the new Government, the ACS calls for keeping digital policy and innovation at the forefront of the Coalition's mind.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2016