Australian Government stories

New research finds most people doubt under-16 social media bans will curb online harm, expecting teens to bypass rules and limits.

A global “shadow DNS” campaign is hijacking vulnerable Wi‑Fi routers, silently rerouting users' web traffic towards scams and malware.

SUSE has launched a 20-minute cloud sovereignty self-assessment for APAC firms, benchmarking them against the 2025 EU framework.

WithYouWithMe spins out its Greenbeam software arm as an independent global SaaS workforce intelligence firm led by Cia Kouparitsas.

AI data centres are set to strain power grids, labour and emissions targets, forcing the UK and Australia to rethink energy and skills plans.

Australia's under-16 social media ban faces mounting criticism amid doubts over age checks, privacy risks and the impact on advertisers.

Australia's youth social media ban forces brands and cyber experts to rethink risk, digital literacy and how they reach young audiences.

SAP expands its Sovereign Cloud services in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing data control and security for public sector and regulated industries.

CyberCX has warned consumers about the security dangers posed by Chinese-manufactured internet-connected devices after a compromised doorbell incident in Australia.

OpenText's 2024 Global Ransomware Survey reveals a surge in cyberattacks, with 62% of companies facing supply chain ransomware and high ransom payments.

Palo Alto Networks' '2024 Unit 42 Report' reveals rising cybersecurity threats driven by AI, with sectors like insurance and pharmaceuticals facing heightened vulnerabilities.

Rapid7 has completed its IRAP assessment at the PROTECTED level, allowing Australian Government agencies to employ its Insight Platform.

Aiven commits to sustainable operations in the tech sector, highlighting the urgent need for carbon emissions reduction in light of equivalent pollution levels to the aviation industry.

IWD 2024: Unconscious bias and stringent funding criteria hinder women tech founders, despite proven capability to disrupt industries and create million-dollar businesses.

Strong Q2 results and record 1H24 earnings put archTIS Limited, a secure data collaboration software firm, en route to achieving imminent revenue expansion and nearing cash flow positivity.

Australia's Cyber Security Strategy 2023-2030, aimed toward transforming the nation from highly vulnerable to a global cyber risk leader, embarks on its urgent 'Phase One', following a 14% rise in cyber attacks last year.

APAC's 2024 forecast of AI and cybersecurity suggests increased risks as Generative AI opens avenues for varied-language phishing attacks.

Australian cyber security firm Sekuro, has expanded its operations into the United Kingdom in efforts to aid British organisations.

Australia officially pledges at the CRI Summit not to pay ransom for cyber attacks, affirming its dedication to combatting global cybercrime.

Huawei Australia warns that up to 1,500 jobs could be lost by the end of 2020 if the 5G ban on the company is not reversed.