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The MediSecure cyberattack, involving stolen data posted on a Russian hacking forum, has highlighted critical vulnerabilities in Australia's healthcare sector amid a rising wave of cyber threats.

Currencycloud and Pyvio are partnering to enhance cross-border payment solutions for Chinese e-commerce businesses, aiming to simplify transactions in emerging markets.

Port of Brisbane partners with TechConnect and AWS to enhance sustainability through a cutting-edge data platform, supporting a USD $500m green loan facility.

Quest Payment Systems has secured a pivotal contract to supply payment technology to the NSW Government, positioning itself alongside global heavyweights PAX and Apple.

AI technology is transforming how we secure software and data supply chains, promising to automate and bolster cybersecurity defences beyond current methodologies.

Public cloud spending is set to reach $22.4 billion by 2026. PagerDuty and IAG offer key insights into enhancing IT operational resilience amid this cloud boom.

Rich Data Co secures its first US client with M&T Bank Corporation, integrating AI to enhance the bank's risk management and lending strategies.

A new study reveals 51% of Australian law firms have restructured their fees, with 88% adopting Alternative Fee Arrangements amidst economic challenges.

A lack of data maturity and resources threatens Australia's Generative AI rollout, warns ADAPT's 2024 survey, as firms struggle with fundamental requirements.

Australia has entered the top ten origins for phishing attacks, with a 479.3% rise in hosted phishing content and losses amounting to AUD $26.1 million.

Amid rising cyber attacks, 69% of Australian retailers are prioritising cyber security in 2024, with a focus on building consumer trust and loyalty.

Broadcom's acquisition of VMware has disrupted the virtualization market, pushing firms like Versent to help businesses navigate rising costs and modernize their operations.

RMIT Online and Deloitte Access Economics report that business training budgets will increase to AUD $8 billion in 2024. However, with 45% of companies mismanaging these funds, there are four ways to maximise ROI.

A LogRhythm survey reveals 40% of Australian and New Zealand firms have lost deals over poor cybersecurity confidence, urging a strategic overhaul in protection measures.

Ecommerce isn't killing physical stores; it's enhancing them. In 2023, Australians spent AUD $63.6 billion online, boosting bricks-and-mortar sales.

BillingPlatform has clinched the title of Best Subscription Billing Solution of 2024 by the SIIA CODiE Awards, marking its second consecutive win.

Commvault strengthens its cyber resilience team by appointing Gareth Russell as Field CTO, Security for APAC, amid escalating ransomware threats.

Conducted by the Childlight Global Child Safety Institute and UNSW, the report highlights a growing public health crisis.

Gallagher Security, in partnership with Altoura, has launched an Augmented Reality training platform in Australia.

As AI-enhanced scams become more sophisticated, Australians lost AUD $2.74 billion to scams in 2023. Experts advocate integrating identity management with fraud prevention to bolster security.