Regional data centre network provider LEDC is set to secure land assets in Shepparton, Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat, Traralgon, Horsham and Mildura. [ + ]

Palo Alto Networks is setting up a new cybersecurity consulting group to help enterprises respond to costly, crippling cyber attacks. [ + ]

Digital student job and internship matching platform Ribit has announced an education partnership with the Melbourne Institute of Technology. [ + ]

Technology 4 Learning (T4L) is hosting a one-hour, hands-on webinar for educators on the use of Apple iPads in the classroom. [ + ]

ABSIA has rebranded to the Association of Digital Service Providers Australia New Zealand, to support and engage with software developers across the region. [ + ]

Five Australian innovators will receive a share of $200,000 to hone and deliver their technology innovations, as part of the Optus Future Makers program. [ + ]

Curtin University and DUG Technology have entered a decade-long partnership to boost Australian research and advance green innovation. [ + ]

Cyber attacks taking advantage of the COVID-19 pandemic grew 240% in Q3 and 114% in Q4, according to McAfee's annual Threats Report. [ + ]

The NSW Department of Education is offering teachers a range of evidence-based online tools to support lesson planning and professional development. [ + ]

Sapien Cyber and Honeywell Building Technologies have partnered to create cybersecurity solutions to support buildings and critical infrastructure sites. [ + ]

Fifty-seven per cent of IT leaders globally have seen budget cuts in the past 12 months, according to a survey of 1000 CIOs and IT leaders in 10 countries. [ + ]

From ABC Education, the Days in Conflict series of six interactive documentaries tells the story of Australia's wartime record in WWI. [ + ]

Provision of a safe online environment is a top priority for schools, educators, admins and parents. [ + ]

Australians have a greater appreciation for teachers after a school year interrupted by lockdowns and a transition to online learning. [ + ]

Ad tech company Cartelux has appointed Geoff Reilly as Chief Financial Officer, to guide the company through its current phase of rapid expansion. [ + ]