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AI becomes playmaker in push for security cooperation

AI becomes playmaker in push for security cooperation

As vulnerability grows with the onset of AI, a tech leader calls for cyber security to become a team sport not a trade secret for governments and companies.

Cyber security reform to learn from past data breaches

Cyber security reform to learn from past data breaches

Cyber security reform to learn from past data breaches

Cyber security reform to learn from past data breaches

An overhaul of Australia's cyber security framework will give the nation the right settings to deal with emerging threats, the government says.

ASIO boss argues comments on Gaza visas 'distorted'

ASIO boss argues comments on Gaza visas 'distorted'

ASIO boss argues comments on Gaza visas 'distorted'

ASIO boss argues comments on Gaza visas 'distorted'

The ASIO director-general says his comments on the vetting process for people fleeing Gaza have been distorted, triggering a fresh round of political fighting.

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Shoving and screams as man opens plane's emergency exit

Shoving and screams as man opens plane's emergency exit

Charges are likely against a passenger who opened a plane's emergency exit with a witness telling of screams and shoving during the commotion.

New Caledonia requests Australian aid for riot rebuild

New Caledonia requests Australian aid for riot rebuild

An Australian infrastructure finance fund could be tapped into to help New Caledonia recover from deadly riots that destroyed much of its capital.

Watchdog sues ASX Ltd for 'misleading' upgrade claims

Watchdog sues ASX Ltd for 'misleading' upgrade claims

Share market operator ASX made misleading statements when it said a platform upgrade was "on track" and "progressing well", the corporate regulator alleges.

Cybersecurity worker shortage could put Aussies at risk

Cybersecurity worker shortage could put Aussies at risk

Australia does not have enough cybersecurity specialists to protect consumers from further data breaches, a report warns, amid calls for greater training.

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France arrests Russian man ahead of Olympics

France arrests Russian man ahead of Olympics

France arrests Russian man ahead of Olympics

France arrests Russian man ahead of Olympics

A Russian man suspected of planning to destabilise the Olympics has been arrested in Paris.

IT outage compensation talk inevitable: CrowdStrike

IT outage compensation talk inevitable: CrowdStrike

IT outage compensation talk inevitable: CrowdStrike

IT outage compensation talk inevitable: CrowdStrike

The Australian president of CrowdStrike has apologised for the cybersecurity company's role in causing an outage that crippled global IT systems.

'Teething issues' to linger after global IT outage

'Teething issues' to linger after global IT outage

'Teething issues' to linger after global IT outage

'Teething issues' to linger after global IT outage

A senior government minister is warning it could be up to two weeks before Australia's systems return to normal after the hugely disruptive CrowdStrike outage.

Global tech outage delays ease amid questions over cost

Global tech outage delays ease amid questions over cost

Global tech outage delays ease amid questions over cost

Global tech outage delays ease amid questions over cost

Delays at Australian airports after the global IT outage have eased but questions remain as to the cost to the economy and possible compensation.

Australia warned to wise up as cyber attacks continue

Australia warned to wise up as cyber attacks continue

Australia warned to wise up as cyber attacks continue

Australia warned to wise up as cyber attacks continue

As technology evolves, so do criminals, and the government must update its infrastructure and standards to keep Australians safe, an expert has urged.

Controversial ‘travel tax’ behind border security boost

Controversial ‘travel tax’ behind border security boost

Controversial ‘travel tax’ behind border security boost

Controversial ‘travel tax’ behind border security boost

International travellers leaving Australia are being charged more as the government seeks to defray the increasing cost of biosecurity.

Ukrainians urge Australian aid as war boosts exports

Ukrainians urge Australian aid as war boosts exports

Ukrainians urge Australian aid as war boosts exports

Ukrainians urge Australian aid as war boosts exports

The Ukrainian community is calling for more military aid to help their nation fight off Russia's invasion, saying Australia can afford to be more generous.

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Camera trial to stem rising tide of hospital violence

Hospital security guards will use cameras to see if discourages violent behaviour but drivers of aggression in hospitals mean it might not work for many.

AOC 'confident' as security ramps up for Paris Games

The Australian Olympic Committee says it is well briefed on security plans for the Paris Olympics, amid heightened geopolitical tensions.

New Caledonia airport won't reopen for at least a week

French President Emmanuel Macron has hit pause on electoral reforms that triggered deadly riots in New Caledonia but the island's airport remains closed.

Calls to establish climate change intelligence unit

A dedicated unit to tackle the security threat posed by climate change should be established within Australia's intelligence community, a former ADF chief says.

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Knife attacks spark interstate search for law solutions

"Wanding" laws in Queensland could be introduced to combat knife crimes in NSW, but opponents say increasing police powers would be a knee-jerk response.

Australia to join missile pact with US and Japan

Anthony Albanese says the trilateral agreement would yield closer defence ties.

New Sender ID Registry to fight SMS scammers

A new registry could prevent fraudsters sending text messages using registered brand names in the latest government crackdown on scammers.

Australia will issue rules for 'risky' solar inverters

Australian government officials have confirmed they are developing guidelines for solar equipment after warnings about potential security vulnerabilities.

ADF joins US, Japan military exercise for first time

Military co-operation between Australia, the United States and Japan has been bolstered by defence force personnel joining Exercise Keen Edge in the Pacific.

Probe into release of Football Aust player and fan data

The personal details of players and fans are believed to have been exposed as part of a Football Australia data leak.

Warning over wedging Pacific Island nations with aid

Australia, the US and other partners in the Pacific need to work together to ensure development aid is not misused for political interests, a report says.

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