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China suspected in ANU data breach
Intelligence officials reportedly consider China to be the key suspect in the ANU data breach, but a security expert has warned against premature attribution. [ + ]
Half of data held by A/NZ businesses is 'dark'
Half of data held by organisations in Australia and New Zealand remains unclassified or untagged, according to research commissioned by Veritas. [ + ]
ANU staff and student data stolen in breach
The Australian National University has disclosed a data breach affecting 19 years' worth of personal information on staff, students and visitors. [ + ]
Copper cabling: what's the difference?
Data communication history is closely linked to the developments in cabling and the connecting hardware. [ + ]
How technology can enhance the retail experience
A successful understanding of the consumer, having the right systems in place and providing a personalised online and in-store shopping environment is critical to engaging shoppers today. [ + ]
Huawei challenging US restrictions in court
Huawei has filed a motion for summary judgement in a US lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a law restricting US companies from doing business with the vendor. [ + ]
What limits should there be on tracking in public?
Tracking via facial recognition, Wi-Fi and other means is spreading. As IT professionals, what should we do if or until these technologies are regulated? [ + ]
Canva suffers 'security incident'
Australian firm Canva has suffered a 'security incident' and has advised all of its users to change their passwords. [ + ]
Web-scale buying sprees pose merger law challenges: ACCC
Competition law may need to be rewritten to address large digital platforms such as Google and Facebook buying out potential challengers, says the ACCC's Rod Sims. [ + ]
Job prospects for ICT graduates strong
Job prospects in Australia's growing ICT sector remain strong — but only in emerging sectors such as cybersecurity and robotics. [ + ]
Huawei losing access to Android after US trade ban
Australia's third-biggest smartphone vendor, Huawei, has been dealt a potentially devastating blow, with President Trump banning US companies from trading with the firm. [ + ]
Take-up of higher tier nbn plans increasing
Subscribers to 50 Mbps or higher nbn plans grew to represent 58.4% of the total nbn customer base as of the end of March. [ + ]
Industry bodies call on govt to support IT sector
The Australian Information Industry Association and StartupAUS have called on the government to deliver on its commitments to support Australia's IT sector. [ + ]
Continuous oversight key to managing cloud risks
IT governance industry association ISACA has published a white paper outlining best-practice recommendations for achieving continuous cloud oversight. [ + ]
Tech Election 2019: The parties' promises Part 2
Both major political parties have released more details of their IT, education and cyber policies. Here's our take on what they're offering. [ + ]
