Industry News
Australian firms need to rethink their cloud security
Over half of Australian enterprises believe their cloud's security is sufficient to protect them from cloud-based cyber threats, according to a new study. [ + ]
Adelaide wins spot in world's top 21 smart cities
Adelaide has again been named one of the world's top smart cities, winning a spot in the Intelligent Community Forum's 'Smart21'. [ + ]
ACSC issues national alert over malware campaign
The Australian Cyber Security Centre has issued a threat advisory covering the widespread Emotet Trojan campaign. [ + ]
State-sponsored attackers take to mobile malware
A new report from BlackBerry's Cylance found that several governments have been exploiting the mobile threat landscape for at least a decade. [ + ]
One-off security installation 'not enough', says TCG
Mobile device and OS designers should consider their products' security a 'work in progress', rather than a one-off activity, TCG has said. [ + ]
Telco complaints fall 17% in FY19
Complaints to telecommunications service providers have fallen 17% since the introduction of ACMA's new industry complaints handling requirements. [ + ]
Could microcredentials help close the digital skills gap?
Shorter form credentials or 'microcredentials' can be used for upskilling or reskilling in the education system and the workplace. [ + ]
Kinetica opens Melbourne office
Active analytics platform provider Kinetica has opened an office in Melbourne to expand its presence in Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
OAIC seeks feedback on Privacy Safeguard Guidelines
The OAIC is seeking feedback on draft Privacy Safeguard Guidelines, designed to help industry understand their obligations under the CDR framework. [ + ]
Akamai smashes company record, tops 100 Tbps
Traffic on Akamai's intelligent edge platform reached 106 Tbps last week, passing the 100 Tbps mark for the first time in the company's history. [ + ]
Employers expect struggles upskilling staff
Around 87% of Australian employers expect to face challenges upskilling staff to support the adoption of new technologies. [ + ]
KnowBe4 to set up ANZ headquarters in Melbourne
US cybersecurity company KnowBe4 is set to join technology companies Mimecast and Leidos in establishing its ANZ headquarters in Melbourne. [ + ]
NZ leading the charge in fibre adoption
New Zealand is leading the charge in fibre adoption, with 44% of consumers now primarily accessing internet through a fibre connection, according to IDC. [ + ]
Cybersecurity and data management top concerns for IT auditors
IT security, privacy and cybersecurity remain the top challenges for IT auditors worldwide, followed by data management and emerging technologies. [ + ]
Would you trust a robot over your manager? Study finds most do
People trust robots more than their managers, with many being "excited" about and "grateful" for their robot co-workers, a study shows. [ + ]
