National Security stories

Okta has passed an independent security review of its identity platforms, Auth0 and Okta, now meeting Australia's PROTECTED classification standard.

The Cyber Monitoring Centre has unveiled a groundbreaking severity scale for cyber incidents in the UK, aiming to enhance resilience and response strategies.

The Australian government has banned foreign AI technology DeepSeek R1, escalating calls for increased investment in homegrown artificial intelligence capabilities.

Cybercrime has overtaken state-sponsored hacking as the main online threat, with healthcare and energy sectors particularly vulnerable, warns Google.

The Australian government has banned the Chinese AI platform DeepSeek from its systems, echoing similar actions by the US and Italy over security risks.

DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has surged to 3 million downloads in Australia, prompting concerns over data privacy, national security and misuse.

The UK government has launched a unified recruitment service for its armed forces, with Pega providing a digital platform to streamline the enlistment process.

The recent federal decision to dismantle key security councils has triggered alarms about national cyber vulnerabilities and critical infrastructure protection.

The Stargate Project has unveiled a monumental investment of USD $500 billion aimed at bolstering artificial intelligence infrastructure in the US over four years.

Palo Alto Networks has unveiled a new Open API for quantum random number generation, partnering with Quantinuum to bolster cybersecurity as quantum tech evolves.

CyberCX has warned consumers about the security dangers posed by Chinese-manufactured internet-connected devices after a compromised doorbell incident in Australia.

Cohesity enhances its Security Advisory Council with the appointment of Dave DeWalt and H.R. McMaster, aimed at strengthening global data security amid rising cyber threats.

Dragos has partnered with Singapore's Digital and Intelligence Service to boost global cybersecurity capabilities through a three-year collaboration agreement.

CISA has mandated federal agencies to implement SCuBA Secure Configuration Baselines for Microsoft 365 by mid-2025 to combat rising cyber threats.

ScotlandIS predicts a surge in AI skills demand and hybrid working models for 2025, despite economic hurdles, with a push for greener data centres.

TechWorks has unveiled a strategic report aimed at revitalising the UK semiconductor industry, targeting USD $100 billion in value over ten years.

As Australia gears up for 2025, trends in quantum technology, AI training, and cybersecurity are set to reshape the nation's business landscape and growth potential.

David Wiseman of BlackBerry warns that cybersecurity threats, including espionage and AI-led misinformation, will escalate significantly in 2025 as Australia prepares for federal elections.

Salus Ventures has launched a Strategic Advisor Program, enlisting prominent figures in intelligence, diplomacy, and defence to enhance national security.

Goldilock has progressed to Phase II of NATO's DIANA, securing EUR €300,000 funding and a partnership with Simplicity One to boost cybersecurity solutions.