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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.

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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

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

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.

Camera trial to stem rising tide of hospital violence

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.

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AOC 'confident' as security ramps up for Paris Games

AOC 'confident' as security ramps up for Paris Games

AOC 'confident' as security ramps up for Paris Games

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

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

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

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

Calls to establish climate change intelligence unit

Calls to establish climate change intelligence unit

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.

Knife attacks spark interstate search for law solutions

Knife attacks spark interstate search for law solutions

Knife attacks spark interstate search for law solutions

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

Australia to join missile pact with US and Japan

Australia to join missile pact with US and Japan

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

New Sender ID Registry to fight SMS scammers

New Sender ID Registry to fight SMS scammers

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

Australia will issue rules for 'risky' solar inverters

Australia will issue rules for 'risky' solar inverters

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.

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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.

Australia boosts Timor police as minister tours Pacific

Pacific Minister Pat Conroy has announced millions for police and worker co-operation as Australia works to boost diplomatic ties in the region.

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New rules warn of AI data poisoning, attacks and theft

Australia's top cybersecurity agency has issued guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence technology, warning businesses about privacy and data risks.

China denies cash offer for Nauru to cut Taiwan ties

Nauru's decision to cut diplomatic ties with Taiwan wasn't a result of a cash sweetener with his nation being completely transparent, China's ambassador says.

Telcos, social media, banks targeted in war on scams

The federal government will examine sectors on the scam frontline as it hopes to stop Australians falling victim to financial crimes.

Criminals target government with record cyber attacks

Australia has had one of the world's biggest rises in cyber attacks against government agencies, with a report showing criminals are pursuing official sources.

Trans-Pacific trade deal members meet at APEC summit

Officials from the 12 Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership countries have met in San Francisco on the sidelines of APEC.

Cybercrime hits government, business and Australians

Reports of cybercrime have surged in the last 12 months but a government intelligence agency says there are many more instances not reported.

'Alarming': big gaps in organisations' cyber security

The corporate regulator has called on organisations to prioritise cyber security after a survey revealed significant threats to the private data of Australians.

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