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11 cyber SMEs take part in GovPitch 2020
Eleven carefully selected cybersecurity SMEs have been given an opportunity to pitch directly to government decision-makers as part of GovPitch 2020. [ + ]
Foundational Four to help agencies deal with data
The Office of the National Data Commissioner has released guidance on how to improve agencies' data practices and address technical and cultural challenges. [ + ]
Cloud services to rescue in state of emergency
Oracle helped the Victorian Government assist bushfire victims by deploying a SaaS customer relationship system in just three days. [ + ]
Cyber attacks a "call to arms"
Experts warn that the major cyber attack targeting Australian governments and businesses "paints a vivid picture of the constant and evolving threats". [ + ]
NSW, AustCyber create cyber task force
The NSW Government, AustCyber and Standards Australia have created a new task force aimed at ensuring NSW becomes a leading cybersecurity hub. [ + ]
NSW announces new cybersecurity centre in Bathurst
The Cyber Security Vulnerability Management Centre will provide ongoing and automated vulnerability scanning across state government departments and agencies. [ + ]
AI is the future for data in government and education
From automating expense policies and projecting budgets to analysing large-scale datasets, AI and machine learning are gaining momentum. [ + ]
DTA establishes WofG architecture taskforce
The Digital Transformation Agency has established a new taskforce to lead the project to develop a whole-of-government architecture framework. [ + ]
Australia needs a national security cloud: ASPI
The Australian Strategic Policy Institute has urged the government to address the Australian national security community's growing cloud disadvantage. [ + ]
ASD goes on security expert hiring spree
The Australian Signals Directorate has launched a recruitment drive for a number of new security professionals, including an Offensive Cyber Operations Manager. [ + ]
Standards set the scene for securing data
Standards Australia is working with experts to discuss the adoption of an international privacy standard for information and data management. [ + ]
Working from home: lessons learned
The COVID-19 crisis has catapulted 'working from home' to the forefront of office practices. Here are the tech, policy and budgetary ideas you need to know. [ + ]
Home Affairs lights up new biometric system
The Department of Home Affairs has activated the EBIS biometric identification system that will be used to expedite applications for visas and border clearances. [ + ]
Local councils shine in smart city awards
A number of councils from Australia and New Zealand have been recognised in this year's IDC Smart City Asia/Pacific Awards. [ + ]
Five principles to guide IT cost reduction
Software asset management can save government agencies millions of dollars and dramatically decrease risk. [ + ]
