Australian Government stories - Page 18

Efforts to remake web services in a decentralised, persistent and uncensorable manner are likely the most important work happening in tech today.

Canberra cybersecurity firm, Penten, has been awarded a $1.3m contract to enhance the Australian Army's wireless device security.

The New Zealand and Australian Governments have condemned Russia for the NotPetya cyber attack that caused global damage.

If Australia wants to continue to be agile across government technology, cloud technology is a must-have, and the transition needs to happen now.

Wattcost urges NSW Premier Berejiklian to bolster support for Australia's innovation sector during a tour of their new Sydney startup facility.

As the Privacy Amendment (Notifiable Data Breaches) Act comes into effect, Aleron stresses prevention over cure to avoid hefty fines and loss of trust.

Datacom has secured a three-year contract with the Australian Department of Home Affairs to provide client inquiry services.

The majority of government websites are underperforming, with the best site scoring 4.6 out of 10 - a failing grade.

Recently at AWS's re:Invent event, TechDay had the opportunity to sit down with Peter Moore, AWS APAC and Japan regional managing director.

By taking an API-led approach, government agencies are able to put data at the centre of their missions and innovate rapidly, without losing security.

With a $3m investment, Cisco will help to develop solutions to current and emerging skill shortages in cyber technologies.

Optus Business has announced that it will invest $3.5 million into Australia's Cyber Security Cooperative Research Centre (CRC).

Macquarie Telecom has promoted David Hirst to a new position focused on its data center expansion plan. Hirst joined the company nine years ago.

The Australian National University has established the country's first interdisciplinary Cyber Institute, announced during a visit to Israel last week.

Six homegrown cybersecurity startups are gearing up to head for San Francisco as part of the Turnbull Government's Landing Pad Program.

The strategy aims to promote economic growth and prosperity through digital trade while maintaining a secure and free cyberspace for all stakeholders.

Next week marks the start of the Australian Government's Stay Smart Online week, which aims to raise awareness about cybersecurity best practices.

The Government Cyber War Games included five teams, two of which were made up of representatives from multiple departments.

According to MP Craig Laundy, the investment boosts Australia's reputation as a safe and secure place to do business.

ServiceNow secures ASD certification to manage Australian Government data, ensuring elite security for Unclassified DLM info storage.