Industry News
Data#3 renews Microsoft certifications, advanced specialisations
Data#3 has successfully renewed its Microsoft Azure MSP certification and attained the Windows Virtual Desktop Advanced Specialisation. [ + ]
Biza.io calls for consistency in CDR security
Australian Consumer Data Right vendor Biza.io has urged the government to ensure new participants in the scheme are subject to stringent security requirements. [ + ]
New CISOs: how to achieve success in your first 100 days
Gartner has developed a roadmap, comprising five phases over 100 days, to help CISOs succeed in their new role. [ + ]
School develops VR tour for prospective students
A Sydney high school has found an innovative way to attract new student enrolments. [ + ]
Science under the microscope: online event series
One of Australia’s largest online science events is being held from 13 August – 13 September. [ + ]
Education key to solving climate change
An international group of researchers has identified education as a cornerstone in helping future generations respond to climate change. [ + ]
Aussie Broadband taps Telstra Wholesale for extra backhaul coverage
Aussie Broadband has signed a five-year deal with Telstra Wholesale to upgrade its network capacity. [ + ]
Global 5G market forecast to hit 3.2bn connections by 2026
A new study has predicted that global 5G connections will reach 3.2 billion by 2026, due to network orchestration tools maximising monetisation. [ + ]
NortonLifeLock and Avast to merge
NortonLifeLock, a consumer cyber safety provider, and Avast, a digital security and privacy company, have announced plans to merge. [ + ]
Cisco named best place to work
Cisco has secured the top spot on Great Place to Work's 2021 Best Workplaces List in the over-1000-employees category for large organisations. [ + ]
ACCC takes Telstra, Optus, TPG to court
The ACCC has commenced proceedings against Telstra, Optus and TPG, accusing the companies of accepting payments for underperforming NBN services. [ + ]
Government sets bid limits for 5G low-band auction
The federal government has instructed the ACCC to set bid limits for the upcoming 850/900 MHz 5G auction to ensure no operator can monopolise low-band spectrum. [ + ]
Calls for teachers to be vaccinated
All school staff should have access to the COVID-19 vaccine before a return to face-to-face teaching, according to the Independent Education Union. [ + ]
Any DNS provider could be vulnerable to new attack
Wiz.io has uncovered a new class of DNS vulnerabilities that could potentially affect any DNS-as-a-service provider and their customers. [ + ]
OAIC launches investigation into Optus
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) has launched an investigation into Optus for potential privacy violations. [ + ]