The Ultimate Guide to Identity and Access Management
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Identity and Access Management (IAM).
What to know about Identity and Access Management
Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a critical area of cybersecurity focused on ensuring that the right individuals and entities have appropriate access to technology resources. With the surge in digital transformation and cloud adoption, IAM has evolved beyond traditional security, now also playing a pivotal role in enhancing customer engagement and business efficiency.
The extensive range of recent stories highlights various aspects of IAM, including advancements in multi-factor authentication, passwordless security solutions, and integrations with cloud and mobile platforms. Industry developments such as partnerships between seasoned cybersecurity vendors and the uptake of AI-driven identity protection tools reveal how organizations are intensifying efforts to protect against breaches, credential theft, and insider threats.
Readers interested in this tag will find insights into the latest trends, technologies, and strategies shaping IAM today—ranging from hardware security keys and biometric innovations to the expanding role of IAM in IoT and machine identities. Understanding identity management enables organizations and individuals alike to navigate the complex cyber threat landscape with improved security and compliance.
Australian Identity and Access Management News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Rubrik warns AI agents outpace security guardrails
Australian firms say AI agents are moving faster than security controls, with 88% expecting guardrails to lag within a year.
BeyondTrust expands identity security insights to Australia
BeyondTrust brings identity security insights to Australia with local hosting as regulators intensify scrutiny of machine identities and AI access.
Nearly half of Australian firms hit by AI incidents
Nearly half of Australian organisations with AI security controls have faced incidents as firms rush agents into customer service, email and cloud systems.
Melbourne to host combined cyber security conferences
Corinium Global Intelligence will unite four cyber events in Melbourne, drawing more than 500 senior leaders to discuss risk, AI and resilience.
Arctic Wolf launches early warning tool for credential theft
Arctic Wolf opens gated beta for Decipio, a tool aimed at flagging credential theft in corporate networks before attackers can move laterally.
Australian accountants face AML reform readiness gap
Access Group survey finds most Australian accountants are unprepared for looming anti-money laundering rules, with many yet to start compliance work.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Identity and Access Management
Featured News
AI agents multiply risk, says DigiCert chief product officer
DigiCert's Chief Product Officer Deepika Chahuan says organisations must gain visibility over AI agents, or risk chaos as deployments accelerate.
Entrust and Chillisoft partner to kick cybersecurity goals
Entrust joins forces with Chillisoft to bolster ANZ cyber defences, blending identity, education and quantum-ready security expertise.
Cloudera and Svitla Systems bring trusted AI to healthcare
Cloudera and Svitla team up to build trusted, clinician‑centric AI that unifies patient data while safeguarding privacy and consent.
How Formula 1 turns data & cyber security into speed
At Albert Park, F1 insiders reveal how sharper data use, tighter security and resilience planning combine to unlock race-winning performance.
Rise of AI Agents introduces new infosec risk: Okta
Okta warns that surging numbers of uncontrolled AI agents pose a major identity and access risk as they become the new digital workforce.
Consolidation Wave Hits Infosec, Sparing CISOs From Tool Sprawl
Overwhelmed CISOs are driving a consolidation wave in cybersecurity, slashing tool sprawl to close security gaps and cut mounting costs.
Composable, process‑aware AI key to enterprise ROI
Process intelligence and composable architecture are emerging as the missing ingredients to turn fragile AI pilots into resilient, traceable value.
Why the all-AI social network looks more fad than legacy
Moltbook, the all-bot social network, faces scrutiny after researchers reportedly accessed its live database and user emails without checks.
Expert Columns
Why "strong passwords" can't save you from AI
Why service desks are emerging as a critical security weakness
Stolen credentials don't have to mean a breach
One click can trigger a breach, but security can stop it
Global real estate company strengthens MFA security with Inde
VPN vulnerabilities don't have to become breaches
When identity becomes the payment rail
Why runtime identity is emerging as the next cybersecurity imperative
Proof beats promise: The trust crisis AI is creating
Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Identity and Access Management News
Visa & Westpac launch digital fleet payments in Australia
Visa and Westpac to launch mobile wallet fleet payments in Australia, giving businesses real-time controls and wider merchant acceptance from 2026.
Avocado warns on code repository supply chain attacks
Avocado urges Australian firms to tighten repository security as the ACSC reissues a high alert on active supply chain attacks and secrets sprawl.
Australian firms warned over AI & cloud cyber risks
Australian firms urged to tighten cloud defences as Zscaler and Reolink warn AI agents and connected cameras are widening cyber risk.
Australian firms urged to rethink backup amid cyber risk
Cohesity and Semperis urge Australian firms to move beyond basic backup, warning that fragmented systems and identity compromise can derail cyber recovery.
Good Drinks signs Macquarie network deal to cut outages
Good Drinks taps Macquarie Telecom for new SASE network to curb peak-season outages and bolster cyber security across its national operations.
AI rollout sees Australia ease identity security checks
Australian firms are easing digital identity checks to speed AI rollouts, even as doubts grow over governing non-human access and risk.
Ingram Micro warns MSPs on AI-era information risks
Ingram Micro warns MSPs that generative AI is shifting cyber risk to the information layer, demanding new focus on data use and governance.
Australians overconfident as risky password habits persist
Australians feel confident spotting cyber threats, but most still reuse passwords, share logins and ignore breaches unless directly alerted.
AI agents are joining the public service - who's governing them?
AI agents are transforming Australia's public service, but weak identity security leaves sensitive citizen data exposed to unseen risks.
Bitdefender warns of AI 'vibeware' targeting India
Bitdefender flags AI-powered 'vibeware' malware blitz hitting Indian government targets, using niche languages to overwhelm defences.
Breaking barriers to women's tech careers by rethinking pathways
Australia risks missing a USD $6.5 billion tech opportunity unless it opens flexible, skills-first pathways for women into digital roles.
Malicious insider threats outpace negligence in Australia
Malicious insider threats now outpace negligence in Australia, as Mimecast warns rising AI-fuelled attacks are testing outdated security models.
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Cybermate unveils AI cyber safety companion for SMEs
Cybermate launches an AI “safety companion” to give Australian SMEs and community groups real-time guidance on risky cyber decisions.
Splashtop, Leader partner on secure remote access push
Splashtop taps Australian distributor Leader to push secure remote access and autonomous endpoint management for hybrid workforces.
AI code is creating security bottlenecks for Australia businesses
AI coding tools are speeding software delivery for Australian firms but overwhelming security teams and exposing unprecedented risks.
IT & telecoms lead Australia in digital workplace safety
Australia's IT and telecoms sector tops national rankings for digital workplace safety, with high trust, low under-reporting and strong AI interest.
Safer Internet Day and the New Reality of Cyber Responsibility in Education
As Safer Internet Day nears, schools face rising cyber threats, third-party risks and new duties that push security into the boardroom.
Logicalis Australia appoints Luke Gardiner to lead new Technology Assurance Services practice
Logicalis Australia launches Technology Assurance Services to help regulated sectors meet CPS 230-era resilience and third-party risk demands.
Students outpace universities on essential AI skills
Australian students see generative AI as vital for careers, but most say universities lag badly in teaching workplace-ready AI skills.
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Cyberattack drives YubiKey demand in Australian schools
A cyber incident has driven a surge in demand for YubiKey security devices as Australian public schools tighten authentication controls.
