Musk's X says Australia social media ban crackdown undermines international law
Matched: Australia
X has criticised Australia's proposed social media restrictions, arguing they undermine international law. The company took particular aim at the country's eSafety Commissioner, pushing back against regulatory efforts to enforce content and age-based restrictions on platforms. Australia has been pursuing stricter online safety measures, including a ban on social media for children under 16.
ANZ SMEs adopt AI widely, but trust lags, Arctic Wolf report finds
Matched: Australia
Australian and New Zealand small and midsize businesses are rapidly adopting AI, but trust in the technology remains limited, particularly for autonomous cybersecurity decision-making, according to a report by Arctic Wolf. While uptake is high, many SMEs prefer human oversight when it comes to security, reflecting broader concerns about reliability and accountability in AI-driven systems.
Amazon's Leo proposes satellite constellation for direct-to-phone service
Matched: Australia
Amazon's Project Kuiper has proposed a satellite constellation called Leo to provide direct-to-smartphone connectivity, competing with SpaceX's Starlink and AST SpaceMobile in the growing direct-to-device market. Amazon has partnered with Australian broadband provider NBN Co as part of the initiative.
ASD to critical infrastructure ops: be ready to isolate systems for three months
Matched: Australia
Australia's Australian Signals Directorate has issued new technical guidance urging critical infrastructure operators to prepare for the possibility of isolating their systems for up to three months following a cyberattack. The advice targets essential services sectors and focuses on building resilience and recovery capabilities to maintain operations even when disconnected from broader networks.
LG to Ban Residential Proxies from Smart TV Apps
LG Electronics USA plans to suspend smart TV apps that turn televisions into residential proxy nodes, following research revealing that over 42% of apps on its webOS store allow third parties to route internet traffic through users' TVs without their knowledge. The announcement comes less than a month after that research was published.
Macquarie Government launches Microsoft Azure practice for state and federal agencies
Matched: Australia
Macquarie Government has launched a Microsoft Azure practice offering cloud, security, and AI services to Australian federal and state government agencies. The move marks the first time the company has consolidated its Azure capabilities into a dedicated practice, aiming to help public sector clients adopt and manage Microsoft cloud technologies more effectively.
Veeam appoints Philip Goldie as Vice President for Australia and New Zealand
Matched: Australia
Veeam has appointed Philip Goldie as Vice President for Australia and New Zealand. The appointment comes as the company highlights increasing enterprise focus on AI adoption and the data risks that accompany it. Goldie is expected to lead Veeam's regional strategy as demand grows for data protection and resilience solutions in the ANZ market.
DigiCert survey finds 81% of Australian organisations hit by AI security incidents or vulnerabilities
Matched: Australia
A DigiCert survey found that 81% of Australian organisations have experienced an AI-related security incident or identified AI-related vulnerabilities. The findings suggest AI security risks are already a widespread concern among Australian enterprises, highlighting the growing challenge businesses face in managing threats introduced or amplified by artificial intelligence adoption.
Partnered Health confirms cyber incident affecting patient information across national clinic network
Matched: health, healthcare
Partnered Health has confirmed a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorised access to patient data across its national clinic network. The breach affected personal and health information held by some clinics. The company is investigating the extent of the incident and has notified relevant authorities. Affected patients are being contacted and advised to monitor for suspicious activity.
ACS welcomes planned Office of AI, calls for focus on skills and recognition
Matched: Australia
The Australian Computer Society has welcomed the federal government's plan to create an Office of AI within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet. The ACS expressed support for the move while calling for the office to prioritise workforce skills development and formal recognition of AI-related competencies as part of Australia's broader artificial intelligence strategy.