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NSW Government launches Land iQ platform for land use
Smart Cities

NSW Government launches Land iQ platform for land use

The New South Wales Government has unveiled Land iQ, a data platform designed to enhance land management and expedite pre-planning for industry use.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025

Global Stories

Government stories

Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954
Malware

Sonatype reports rise in open source malware to 17,954

Sonatype's latest Open Source Malware Index reveals a staggering rise in malware, with over 17,900 packages identified in Q1 2025, reflecting evolving threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Thales survey reveals declining trust in digital services
Data Protection

Thales survey reveals declining trust in digital services

Thales' 2025 Digital Trust Index reveals plummeting consumer trust in digital services, with 82% abandoning brands due to data privacy fears.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025
Gallagher Security to unveil new solutions at ISC West 2025
Physical Security

Gallagher Security to unveil new solutions at ISC West 2025

Gallagher Security is set to reveal new innovations in its Controller 7000 family at ISC West 2025, including Apple Wallet-compatible employee badges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Hyland unveils AI-driven strategy for content management
Digital Transformation

Hyland unveils AI-driven strategy for content management

Hyland has launched an AI-driven strategy aimed at evolving enterprise content management, enhancing automation, and user experiences across industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Study reveals global views on journalism & technology
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Study reveals global views on journalism & technology

A new CNTI report reveals global views on journalism, highlighting a disconnect between journalists and the public over its value and role in society.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
Hackers exploit botnet to attack Microsoft 365 accounts
EduTech

Hackers exploit botnet to attack Microsoft 365 accounts

A newly uncovered botnet of over 130,000 compromised devices is exploiting Microsoft 365 accounts through password spraying attacks, raising security alarms.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Zoom & Mitel launch hybrid communications solution
Unified Communications

Zoom & Mitel launch hybrid communications solution

Zoom and Mitel have unveiled a new hybrid communication solution that merges Zoom's collaboration features with Mitel's telephony systems, catering to enterprises' evolving needs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Data leak at Chinese firm reveals government monitoring
Data Protection

Data leak at Chinese firm reveals government monitoring

A data leak from TopSec, a Chinese cybersecurity firm, reveals its role in aiding the government's web monitoring efforts, according to SentinelLabs.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Government stories

UK healthcare sector exposed to mounting ransomware risks
Ransomware

UK healthcare sector exposed to mounting ransomware risks

A report by Trustwave reveals that the UK healthcare sector ranks third globally for ransomware attacks, highlighting alarming cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
DataOne & Northeast Precast partner for AI data centres
Government

DataOne & Northeast Precast partner for AI data centres

DataOne has teamed up with Northeast Precast to accelerate giga-scale AI data centre development in North America, with initial plans for Vineland, New Jersey.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
Singaporeans spend 40m hours on hold, report reveals
Unified Communications

Singaporeans spend 40m hours on hold, report reveals

Singaporeans have spent a staggering 40 million hours on hold for customer service, as revealed by a ServiceNow report highlighting ongoing service challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
UK firms optimistic on global expansion despite tariffs
Supply Chain

UK firms optimistic on global expansion despite tariffs

A recent survey reveals that 73 per cent of UK firms remain bullish on global expansion, despite trade challenges like rising tariffs from the US.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Mar 2025
UK introduces strict online safety rules for tech firms
Government

UK introduces strict online safety rules for tech firms

As the Online Safety Act launches, UK tech firms must comply with Ofcom's new regulations, aiming to create safer digital spaces by removing illegal content.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Rapid7 announces new cybersecurity hub in Pune, India
EduTech

Rapid7 announces new cybersecurity hub in Pune, India

Rapid7 is set to establish a new Global Capability Centre in Pune, strengthening its global security operations and enhancing local cybersecurity talent.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
Kiteworks achieves FedRAMP High Ready status for Gov Cloud
Encryption

Kiteworks achieves FedRAMP High Ready status for Gov Cloud

Kiteworks has achieved FedRAMP High Ready Status for its Secure Gov Cloud, reinforcing its dedication to meet government agencies' stringent security requirements.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Mar 2025
New Zealanders spent 24 million hours on hold in 2024
Unified Communications

New Zealanders spent 24 million hours on hold in 2024

A report reveals New Zealanders spent 24 million hours on hold for customer service in 2024, with two-thirds considering switching providers due to delays.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025