Industry News
Trend Micro predicts a 'darkverse' of criminality
The emerging 'metaverse' will bring with it a new 'darkverse' of criminal activity hidden from law enforcement, Trend Micro has predicted. [ + ]
Attacks on gaming platforms more than double
Cloud gaming platforms are increasingly under attack putting player accounts at risk of compromise by cybercriminals, according to a new report. [ + ]
AIIA Victorian iAwards announced
The Australian Information Industry Association has announced the winners of its 2022 Victoria iAwards. [ + ]
It's time to nominate IT industry's unsung heroes
Nominations for the IT Pro Day 2022 Awards are now open online at ITProDay.org. [ + ]
83% of ANZ businesses adopting Zero Trust
The majority of IT decision-makers in Australia and New Zealand are on their way to adopting a Zero Trust cybersecurity strategy, a survey suggests. [ + ]
Privacy concerns around latest Amazon acquisition
Digital Rights Watch is calling for tightened privacy laws in light of Amazon's acquisition of iRobot, manufacturer of the popular Roomba device. [ + ]
Data analytics investment on the rise
Data and analytics is maturing in Australian organisations, according to a new report from TCS and Deakin University. [ + ]
Peter Doherty STEM award winners announced
The 2022 Peter Doherty Awards have recognised high achievers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. [ + ]
Trialling flexible school hours
The NSW Government is currently conducting a trial to extend the school day as part of a research pilot. [ + ]
University of Wollongong expands analytics education
The Sydney Business School at the University of Wollongong has extended its collaboration with analytics experts SAS. [ + ]
Finding ways to address teacher shortages
Faith-based education institutions are finding innovative ways to deal with teacher shortages across the country. [ + ]
Ransomware gangs consecutively attacking
Three prominent ransomware gangs have adopted a combined approach that sees consecutive attacks carried out against the same network. [ + ]
Career education funding for students
The Queensland Government has provided funding for 25 state schools to help students better prepare for life after school. [ + ]
Innovation Lab to create jobs, says UST
UST has launched its first Innovation Lab in Australia at the University of Melbourne's Melbourne Connect. [ + ]
Companies rethinking security strategies for hybrid
Organisations are increasing investments in technologies that allow them to provide a simpler, more consistent and secure experience for employees. [ + ]