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US govt urged to "build the wall" of cybersecurity
The Association of IT Asset Management has urged the US government to act on a report finding pervasive cybersecurity failures across US federal agencies. [ + ]
Blockchain: what you should know before getting on board
It's critical enterprises understand their regulatory obligations and what they can do to simplify blockchain before implementing it. [ + ]
Telemarketers pressuring consumers to sign up to nbn
The TIO has released a report into the high-pressure and misleading sales tactics some telemarketers are using to sell nbn services. [ + ]
Telstra calls for NBN Co to scrap CVC
Telstra has joined a growing number of nbn retail service providers in calling for NBN Co to revamp its pricing model and abolish the separate CVC charge. [ + ]
The confusion of standards in IT
Inconsistencies in the terminologies and procedures used within different companies cause unnecessary confusion. Is it time to tackle standardisation? [ + ]
Impending Windows 7 demise stimulating PC sales
Businesses rushing to upgrade from Windows 7 before the end-of-support date in January are helping to stimulate the flagging traditional PC market. [ + ]
Critical flaws discovered in VxWorks OS
Researchers have discovered 11 vulnerabilities in popular IoT operating system VxWorks that enable attackers to take complete control over compromised devices. [ + ]
5G core and RAN can be separated: Ovum
A new report from telecoms research firm Ovum contradicts the government's justification for banning Huawei equipment from Australian 5G rollouts. [ + ]
OAIC welcomes ACCC's proposed privacy reforms
The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner has endorsed the recommendations for privacy reforms included in the ACCC's Digital Platforms Inquiry. [ + ]
Facebook to pay record US$5bn data privacy penalty
Facebook will pay a record US$5bn fine to settle data privacy violation charges from the US Department of Justice and Fair Trade Commission. [ + ]
nbn now passes 10m premises
The nbn is now available at 10 million homes and businesses across Australia, with 5.6 million premises having an active connection. [ + ]
Equifax to pay at least $818m over 2017 data breach
US credit rating agency Equifax has agreed to pay at least $818m in customer compensation and penalties over the company's massive 2017 data breach. [ + ]
Consumer Data Right legislation coming this week
The government will this week introduce the legislation required to implement Australia's new Consumer Data Right regime, starting in the banking sector. [ + ]
RDP password attacks are a major threat
New research from Sophos found that attackers are able to detect devices with remote desktop protocol enabled, almost as soon as they come online. [ + ]
Temporary visas need more thought for a fairer outcome
Canberra should review its policies on temporary visas for skilled IT pros, so that a fairer outcome for both local and overseas workers can be developed. [ + ]
