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Jamie Norton named Vice Chair of ISACA board for 2025 to 2026

Jamie Norton, CISO at the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, was appointed Vice Chair of ISACA's global board for 2025-2026, enhancing digital trust leadership.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Unified Communications

NBN & Amazon to boost Aussie regions with Project Kuiper LEO

NBN Co and Amazon partner to bring Project Kuiper's LEO satellites, improving broadband for over 300,000 rural and remote Australian premises from 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Encryption

Exclusive: BlackBerry warns Australia must harden govt comms as AI threats surge

Governments face rising risks from deepfakes and cyber intrusions, pushing calls for sovereign, secure communication systems beyond consumer messaging apps.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Smart Cities

Adrian Smith appointed Chief Executive Officer of PMT Security

Adrian Smith has been named CEO of PMT Security, aiming to drive growth while maintaining its family-run culture and expanding integrated security solutions.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Aug 2025

Digital Transformation

Why cloud-based printing can deliver significant business benefits

Cloud-based printing simplifies IT, cuts costs, boosts security and lets employees print securely anywhere, transforming business print operations globally.

By Gregory White • 4 min read • Mon, 4th Aug 2025

Virtualisation

Exclusive: Denodo on why real-time data is key to AI success

Real-time data access is essential for AI-driven agility, as Denodo reveals how virtualisation boosts speed and governance in enterprise systems.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 4th Aug 2025

Clean technologies

ANU Solar Racing Team begins outback testing for 2025 challenge

The ANU Solar Racing Team has begun off-grid testing in Coober Pedy of its fourth-generation solar vehicle ahead of the 2025 World Solar Challenge.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Aug 2025

Unified Communications

Vocus completes AUD $5.25 billion deal for TPG fibre network assets

Vocus has completed a AUD $5.25 billion acquisition of TPG's fibre assets, expanding its network to over 50,000 km and boosting services across Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025

Wearables

Samsung's latest Fold & Flip phones become available in Australia

Samsung launches its latest Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, and Watch8 series in Australia, boasting AI features and record pre-orders amid rising multitasking trends.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025

Data governance

Indigenous knowledge & eDNA unite for climate resilience in Australia

An Australian project combines Indigenous knowledge with eDNA technology to empower local communities in climate-resilient biodiversity monitoring and conservation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025

Global Stories

Australian stories

Virtual Private Networks

Online scams trap one third of victims in Australia, New Zealand

Research shows one third of online users in Australia and New Zealand fall victim to scams, often only realising after financial losses occur.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025

Master of Business Administration

Shane Sullivan named National Sales Manager at Jet Technologies

Jet Technologies has appointed Shane Sullivan as National Sales Manager, driving growth in its Print Division across Australia and New Zealand.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Digital Transformation

Age as an asset: Inclusive hiring solutions for Australia's over-50 workforce

Nearly 25% of Australia's 2025 workforce is over 50, yet 42% face age discrimination, despite their vital skills in sectors like healthcare and construction.

By Mark Samlal • 4 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Firewalls

Sektor partners with SentinelOne to expand cybersecurity in ANZ

Sektor partners with SentinelOne to distribute AI-driven cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, enhancing local data sovereignty and compliance.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Mobile Device Management

Norton launches AI deepfake detection for mobile in early rollout

Norton has launched early access to AI-powered deepfake detection on mobile, helping users spot manipulated audio and video on Android and iOS devices.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Digital Transformation

Microlise launches ANZ roadshow on safety & digital transformation

Microlise launches The Road Ahead roadshow in ANZ to tackle safety gaps, digital transformation, and fleet challenges in transport and logistics sectors.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Clean technologies

Revolutionary SuperPac aircraft debuts in Australia tour & race

The SuperPac 750XL-II, a revolutionary short take-off aircraft, debuts in Australia, touring ahead of the 2025 Outback Air Race supporting the RFDS.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Data Analytics

How intelligent observability and FinOps fuel cloud cost optimisation

Australian firms face soaring cloud costs, with spending set to hit A$26.6 billion in 2025; intelligent observability and FinOps are key to cost control.

By Rob Newell • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Aug 2025

Partner Programmes

Evergreen enters Irish IT market with acquisition of Spector

Evergreen has entered the Irish IT market by acquiring Dublin-based managed service provider Spector, aiming to expand its global footprint without changing staff or pricing.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Aug 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australian stories

Power / Energy

Schneider Electric IT's NZ branch posts strong revenue growth amid shift in contract mix

Schneider Electric IT Australia's New Zealand branch posted a 37.7% revenue rise to NZ$21.73m in 2024, driven by maintenance and equipment sales growth.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025

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