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AI-powered attackers and defenders will clash in 2026, driving autonomous breaches, VPN failures and stricter rules that reshape cyber security.

CMC says AI, energy, robotics, defence and store-of-value trades will be the “Furious Five” megatrends steering markets into 2026.

Honeywell will digitise two key Rockhampton water plants, boosting reliability, cybersecurity and capacity for Fitzroy River Water services.

V2 AI names cyber specialist Ian Nguyen as Partner to lead secure AI strategy amid rising demand from regulated industries across Asia Pacific.

WISeKey has expanded its satellite constellation via a SpaceX launch, enhancing secure global IoT connectivity with advanced post-quantum cybersecurity features.

Eversheds Sutherland appoints Albert Yuen to lead its Technology, Data and Cybersecurity practice in Asia, bolstering its regional tech expertise.

Australia's biggest industrial risk is poor foresight, as sectors rely on fragmented data over real-time insights to manage disruption and sustainability.

Jemena has upgraded security at nearly 50 Australian sites with Genetec's unified platform, enhancing remote monitoring and compliance across critical infrastructure.

TA Associates takes a minority stake in Aeris to accelerate AI-driven IoT security and bolster the firm's global connectivity and cybersecurity solutions.

Secure data sharing via Consumer Data Right and Digital ID could streamline real estate processes, easing rental applications and boosting privacy in Australia's market.

Schneider Electric launches the AI-powered One Digital Grid Platform to help utilities modernise operations, cut costs and boost outage management worldwide.

AMD has launched the Instinct MI430X GPU with 432GB HBM4 memory to power AI and HPC in next-gen supercomputers across the US and Europe.

SAFE has acquired Balbix to launch a unified AI cyber risk platform, linking vulnerabilities and business impact for real-time risk management.

Rackspace Technology launches AI Launch Pad, a private-cloud service to help businesses overcome AI adoption challenges and boost returns across sectors.

Research finds 78% of leading firms now see IT as vital for sustainability, using AI to drive real-time environmental action and business growth.

Capco joins OpenAI's Beta Services Partner Programme, gaining early access to AI tech to enhance financial and energy sector services globally.

HR Crowd, a specialist HR tech consultancy, has swiftly grown to rank 16th on the AFR Fast Starters 2025, driven by demand for strategic HR solutions.

Australian AI spending is set to reach USD $12.3bn by 2028, as firms embrace advanced AI and automation for major business gains.

By 2026, AI will empower individuals with hacker tools rivaling nation-states, radically transforming cyber threats and defences worldwide.

Over 70% of energy leaders see digital technologies as vital for clean energy, yet outdated grids and regulatory lags hinder progress, a global survey finds.