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Kernels shipped by Linux vendors 'less secure than upstream stable offering'
19 May 2024 in Open SourceThree software engineers from CIQ, a Linux company, have found that the kernels shipped by commercial firms have more unpatched…
Tenable finds old Linux malware now targeting Tomcat servers
19 May 2024 in SecuritySecurity firm Tenable says its Cloud Security Research Team recently discovered that the Kinsing malware, which is known to target…
Innovations in Barracuda’s AI-enabled email protection boost defenses against new and evolving threats
17 May 2024 in SecuritySuperior detection efficacy, international expansion, and ongoing advances lead to double-digit growth Highlights: Barracuda’s ongoing investment in machine learning delivers…
Kyndryl expands AI and generative AI services and skills to ‘accelerate mainframe modernisation’
17 May 2024 in Enterprise SolutionsIT infrastructure services provider Kyndryl has unveiled new artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI-based consulting and managed delivery services to…
Two 4WD accessory manufacturers admit to resale price maintenance
17 May 2024 in Technology RegulationFour-wheel drive accessory manufacturers, MSA 4x4 Accessories Pty Ltd and Offroad Animal Pty Ltd, have each separately admitted to engaging…
OpenAI to use data from Reddit for training ChatGPT
17 May 2024 in StrategyPosts made on Reddit will be used for training OpenAI's ChatGPT under an agreement struck between the two companies.
Cheaper cars and more choice under new efficiency standard
17 May 2024 in AutomotiveAustralians will have greater choice in buying cars which are cheaper to run and do not generate as much carbon…
SUSE appoints seasoned tech industry hand as vice-president of AI
17 May 2024 in Open SourceGermany-based open source vendor SUSE has appointed technology and marketing veteran Pilar Santamaria as its new vice-president of AI.
Chainstack secures strategic investment to ‘accelerate’ Web3 infrastructure development
16 May 2024 in StrategyWeb3 infrastructure provider Chainstack has secured a strategic investment from SBI Ven Capital, Sygnum, Azimut Group, Unicorn Factory Ventures, and…
Prescriptions provider MediSecure hit by ransomware attack
16 May 2024 in SecurityElectronic prescriptions provider MediSecure says it has identified a cyber-security incident affecting the personal and health information of individuals.
Court sets July date to settle eSafety-X stabbing videos stoush
16 May 2024 in Technology RegulationThe Federal Court has set 24 and 25 July for a two-day hearing to settle the stoush between the eSafety…
Linux kernel project played host to malware for two years before discovery
16 May 2024 in SecurityA compromise of the kernel.org servers that host Linux kernel development lasted from 2009 well into 2011, with a rootkit…
Google issues fix for third zero-day in Chrome in a week
16 May 2024 in SecurityGoogle has been forced to patch another zero-day in its Chrome browser, the third exploited flaw in a week.
Ignition appoints Greg Strickland as global president to steer ‘next wave of growth’
16 May 2024 in People MovesRevenue generation platform for accounting and professional services, Ignition, has appointed Silicon Valley veteran Greg Strickland as its Global President.
Nadav Goshen HiBob's new Chief Business Officer
16 May 2024 in People MovesHR platform provider HiBob has announced the appointment of Nadav Goshen as its new Chief Business Officer (CBO) to “spearhead…
Breaking IT News
The Synology BeeStation is the perfect starter NAS for the non-tech home or business
19 May 2024 in Computers & peripheralsSynology is well-known, and rightly so, for its wide range of NAS devices that range from small dual-bay options to…
The Missing Link Announces Strategic Partnership with Cribl to Elevate Data Management and Operational Efficiency
17 May 2024 in ResellersThe Missing Link, a leading provider of IT and cloud, cyber security and automation solutions, today announced a strategic partnership…
Motorola exhibits radio solution and new features at CCW 2024
17 May 2024 in Business ITMotorola Solutions unveiled the new Dimetra Connect solution and MXP660 Tetra radio that allow frontline responders to automatically switch between…
Deutsche Telekom debuts new mobile phones
17 May 2024 in MobilityDeutsche Telekom has unveiled its new mobile phones T Phone 2 and T Phone 2 Pro.
LogRhythm and Exabeam Announce Intent to Merge, Harnessing Collective Innovation Strengths to Lead the Future of AI-Driven Security Operations
16 May 2024 in DealsThe combined company will bring together two cybersecurity SIEM and UEBA innovation leaders with renowned and demonstrated track records in…
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, Fredon make smart buildings ‘more efficient’ in Australia
16 May 2024 in Business TelecomsCommunications, networking, and cloud solutions provider Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise (ALE) has partnered with engineering, installation, and maintenance solutions provider Fredon to…
AirTrunk opens new data centre in Tokyo
16 May 2024 in Data CentresAsia Pacific and Japan (APJ) hyperscale data centre specialist AirTrunk has opened its second data centre in Tokyo, AirTrunk TOK2…
Illumio Joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA)
16 May 2024 in SecurityCOMPANY NEWS Illumio Inc., a Zero Trust Segmentation company, today announced it has become a member of Microsoft Intelligent Security Association…
Global reach made easy: How online freight forwarding solutions facilitate market expansion
15 May 2024 in Business SoftwareGUEST OPINION: Expanding into new markets as a business (no matter what your size) often feels like a double-edged sword. On…
Qualys appoints new Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand
14 May 2024 in People MovesWe’re pleased to share that Sam Salehi has taken on the role of Managing Director ANZ at Qualys, where he’ll…
Tesserent plenary chair and bronze sponsor of Australian Cyber Security Showcase in Canberra
14 May 2024 in SecurityCOMPANY NEWS: Tesserent, a Thales Australia company and leading cyber security provider, has been announced as the Plenary Chair and…
PMT Security names three new hires to executive team
13 May 2024 in People MovesAustralian technology company PMT Security has named three new executive hires to its roster.
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The Synology BeeStation is the perfect starter NAS for the non-tech home or business
Synology is well-known, and rightly so, for its wide range of NAS devices that range from small dual-bay…in Computers & peripherals
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Dell Latitude 9450 2-in-1 Business Laptop Review (2024)
By Nick RossDell’s Latitude range is for its bona fide business laptops but the 9450 2-in-1 is a souped-up version…in Computers & peripherals
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Gigabyte G6 KF Budget Gaming Laptop Review
By Nick RossGigabyte has a history of making impressive gaming laptops at all price points, but this, 16-inch, G6 KF…in Computers & peripherals
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New Relic and Atlassian Deliver the First Observability Integration for Incidents Tab in Jira
By New RelicIntegration streamlines incident management and response; makes data from New Relic natively available within Jira Software to remediate…in Software
- The ASUS ExpertWiFi EBM68 Business Mesh System brings robust and reliable WiFi to home and office in Networking
Opinion
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Apple aficionados get their knickers in a knot over iPad ad
By Sam VargheseApple lovers and users — I mean the computer company, not the fruit — are prone to occasional emotional outbursts…in Open Sauce
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News Corp mantra: Google good, Facebook very bad
By Sam VargheseNews alert! Google has just renewed what News Corporation calls a "lucrative deal". Expect some unstinting praise about…in Open Sauce
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China dropped a flare near an Aussie copter in its EEZ. What's wrong with that?
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
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When will Labor level with the public about the Facebook deals?
By Sam VargheseWhen will the Federal Government start telling the public the truth about the situation it faces with Facebook,…in Open Sauce
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ASPI caught spreading misinformation about open-source software
By Sam VargheseIt's not often that you find someone writing about open source software and not bothering to make mention…in Open Sauce
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The Age's Tim Biggs has a huge conflict of interest when it comes to Samsung
By Sam VargheseIt is a mite strange to note that Tim Biggs, a writer covering consumer technology, gadgets and video…in Open Sauce
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Guardian scribe Karp punctures the encryption bubble at the NPC
By Sam VargheseIt took just one question from Paul Karp, chief political correspondent at Guardian Australia, to put the brakes…in Open Sauce
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Assange case: Albanese eagerly grabs at crumbs from Biden
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
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Bendigo Bank changing authentication method from token to mobile app
By Sam VargheseBendigo Bank is changing the way it offers online authentication to its customers, switching from a code generated…in Open Sauce
Telecommunications
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Network expert Gregory says Rue limited in what he can do at Optus
By Sam VargheseIn November, Singtel Optus will get a new chief executive when the current chief executive of the NBN…in Telecoms & NBN
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Optus, Nokia set long-haul speed record during field trial
By Sam VargheseSingtel Optus, Australia's second largest telco, and Finnish telecommunications company Nokia have set a speed record during a…in Telecoms & NBN
Popular News
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SUSE Liberty Linux rides to the rescue as CentOS 7 nears end of life
By Sam VargheseThe world's second-biggest open source company, SUSE, has a solution to offer those firms that are using CentOS…in Open Source
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Tech industry veteran Paul Tuffs new Tanium chief for Australia, NZ
Converged endpoint management and security provider Tanium has appointed Paul Tuffs as the Regional Vice President for Australia…in People Moves
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Qualys appoints new Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand
By Qualysin People Moves
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Cohesity appoints Dr. Craig Martell as Chief Technology Officer
By Staff WriterCohesity, today announced the appointment of Dr. Craig Martell as Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Dr. Martell…in People Moves
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Ignition appoints Greg Strickland as global president to steer ‘next wave of growth’
Revenue generation platform for accounting and professional services, Ignition, has appointed Silicon Valley veteran Greg Strickland as its…in People Moves
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Nadav Goshen HiBob's new Chief Business Officer
HR platform provider HiBob has announced the appointment of Nadav Goshen as its new Chief Business Officer (CBO)…in People Moves
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Technology, media, and telecommunications identified as Australia’s ‘most targeted industries’ by cyberattacks in 2023: report
The technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) sectors were the most targeted industries in Australia by cyber threats in…in Security
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Linux kernel project played host to malware for two years before discovery
By Sam VargheseA compromise of the kernel.org servers that host Linux kernel development lasted from 2009 well into 2011, with…in Security
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Tesserent plenary chair and bronze sponsor of Australian Cyber Security Showcase in Canberra
By TesserentCOMPANY NEWS: Tesserent, a Thales Australia company and leading cyber security provider, has been announced as the Plenary…in Security
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Prescriptions provider MediSecure hit by ransomware attack
By Sam VargheseElectronic prescriptions provider MediSecure says it has identified a cyber-security incident affecting the personal and health information of…in Security
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Sukhdeep Singh joins SolarWinds as head of channel sales, APJ
By Staff WriterSolarWinds announced the recent appointment of Sukhdeep Singh as the head of channel sales for Asia-Pacific and Japan (APJ).…in People Moves
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Innovations in Barracuda’s AI-enabled email protection boost defenses against new and evolving threats
By BarracudaSuperior detection efficacy, international expansion, and ongoing advances lead to double-digit growth Highlights: Barracuda’s ongoing investment in machine…in Security