Industry News
Companies detect only 1% of IaaS misconfiguration incidents
Ninety per cent of companies said they have experienced a security issue while using IaaS, but a new report shows they may not be aware of just how many they're facing. [ + ]
CREST offers new cybersecurity qualifications in Australia
CREST International opens its new Australian Chapter, giving Australasian businesses and individuals access to extra cybersecurity qualifications. [ + ]
Telco complaints fall a further 21% in FY19
Complaints to Australia's Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman continued to decline last financial year, but complex complaints took longer to resolve. [ + ]
5G now a key consideration for smartphone buyers
More than 60% of Australian consumers planning to buy a smartphone before the end of next year consider 5G support to be a key purchasing criteria. [ + ]
Nominations open for Telstra Business Women's Awards
Telstra is calling for nominations for the 2020 Business Women's Awards, recognising successful women in leadership across all sectors, including tech. [ + ]
AustCyber launches Canberra Cyber Security Innovation Node
Canberra's cybersecurity capabilities are set to move up a gear under a partnership between AustCyber and the ACT Government. [ + ]
Nominations open for NT Digital Excellence Awards 2019
The NT Government is calling for nominations for this year's Digital Excellence Awards, celebrating the Territory's digital achievements. [ + ]
Zoho expands Australian presence
Business application developer Zoho has established a presence at two Equinix data centres in Sydney and Melbourne to help support local customers. [ + ]
ACMA takes action against Infinity Telecom
ACMA has issued remedial directions against Sydney-based telco Infinity Telecom after finding it to be in breach of multiple consumer safeguards. [ + ]
Australia 7th top phishing host country, RSA reports
Australia fronted just over 3% of the world's phishing attacks last quarter, putting it at number seven in the top phishing hosting countries, RSA said. [ + ]
Greenbox to expand to NZ after acquring Recytech
Australian IT asset management company Greenbox is set to expand into the NZ market after acquiring Auckland-based IT asset disposal company Recytech. [ + ]
Microsoft extends life of Exchange Server 2010
Microsoft has revealed it is extending the end of support date for Exchange Server 2010 for a further 10 months until October 2020. [ + ]
nbn to connect traffic signals, cameras and other devices
Traffic signals, automatic teller machines, some types of CCTV and a range of other specialised devices can now connect to the nbn via Network Extensions. [ + ]
Equinix expands access to Oracle Cloud in Australia
Equinix has announced an expanded partnership with Oracle to provide access to Oracle Cloud FastConnect in Sydney and metros on four other continents. [ + ]
Network launches Australian research data into hyperdrive
AARNet's high-bandwidth service could help boost Australia's participation in international, data-heavy projects like the Square Kilometre Array. [ + ]
