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The Real Cost of a Cyber Incident: What Businesses Don’t Budget For

Most businesses set aside funds for firewalls, endpoint tools, and cyber insurance. They feel covered because the line items look solid on a budget sheet. It gives a sense of control and planning. In reality, the hidden costs of a...

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AI in 2026: Why Identity and Data Security Can’t Stay Separate

AI is no longer a side project but a part of our daily work. People use generative tools to write, summarise, code, and analyse. Teams connect AI apps to SaaS platforms, cloud services, endpoints, and email. Some workflows now run...

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Privacy, Compliance & Ethics: What Businesses Need to Know

A privacy incident is rarely “just an IT issue.” It is an operational disruption with a price tag attached: downtime, remediation, legal advice, customer churn, and regulator attention. In Australia, the reporting trend is clear. The OAIC recorded high levels...

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How to Secure Cloud, Containers, and APIs in a Remote-First / Hybrid World

Remote and hybrid work are now standard across Australia and beyond. Teams log in from cloud platforms, shared code repositories, and SaaS tools at all hours. Cloud workloads, containers, and APIs sit in the middle of this shift. They keep...

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Profits vs. Protection: Should Cybersecurity Knowledge Be a Requirement for CEOs?

In today’s business environment, profitability has long been the primary metric by which boards assess the suitability of a CEO. Financial acumen, operational expertise, and market growth strategies remain critical to driving shareholder value. But with the dramatic rise in...

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Cybersecurity Risks in Electric Vehicles: A Boardroom and Government Perspective

Electric vehicles (EVs) are a cornerstone of the global push toward sustainability. Governments are promoting EV adoption through policy incentives, and many government fleets are transitioning to electric to reduce emissions. For business leaders, EVs represent opportunities for innovation, green...

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Rising Threat of Insider Attacks Fueled by Generative AI

Insider threats in Australia are rising faster than many realise. A recent Exabeam survey reports that 82% of Australian respondents say generative AI makes insider threats more effective, and 84% expect insider threats to increase over the next 12 months....

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Ransomware Strikes Accounting Firm: What Went Wrong – and What Comes Next

Threat actors have claimed a cyber attack on an accounting firm in New Zealand. They say they stole client records, emails, databases and 365 gigabytes of documents. The firm, TAS NZ Bay Limited, is in Auckland and known for its client‑centred service....

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FBI Warns: Airline Cyber Threats Demand Urgent Action

In June 2025, the FBI issued a blunt warning: cybercriminals are targeting the airline industry. This isn’t a one-off. It’s part of a growing trend that puts airlines, airports, and millions of passengers at risk. With rising global tensions and...

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Why CEOs Still Ignore Cybersecurity After Breaches

In an era where data is one of a company’s most valuable assets, it’s astonishing that some of Australia’s largest organisations continue to leave gaping holes in their cybersecurity defences. The recent cyberattack on Qantas is yet another wake-up call...

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