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SEALSQ backs EeroQ in push for ‘Quantum Made in USA’

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SEALSQ makes first US quantum bet on EeroQ, backing helium-based chips in a ‘Quantum Made in USA’ push and USD $35 million plan.
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ISACA to certify CMMC assessors in ANZ defence shift

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ISACA wins exclusive role certifying CMMC assessors and instructors, reshaping cyber standards for Australia and New Zealand defence suppliers.
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SandboxAQ wins FedRAMP Ready for AQtive Guard

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SandboxAQ’s AQtive Guard wins FedRAMP Ready status, opening a clearer path into US federal AI and quantum cybersecurity projects.
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Security architecture for critical infrastructure: stabilising what cannot stop

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Australia’s critical infrastructure faces rising state-backed cyber threats, forcing a shift to integrated, cloud-first security architectures.
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AI-fuelled cyber-attacks set to surge against UK firms

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UK firms face a 2026 surge in AI-driven cyber-attacks, as ransomware costs top USD $1 million and skills gaps leave basic defences exposed.
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NZ cyber losses more than double amid email scams

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New Zealand cyber losses hit NZD $12.4 million in Q3 2025, more than doubling as business email scams and high-value transfers surge.
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British Army backs NMITE drone & autonomy MEng degree

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NMITE teams up with the British Army on a fast-track MEng in drones and autonomous systems, with first students set to start in 2026.
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DroneShield lands USD $49.6m European defence deal

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DroneShield secures USD $49.6m European deal to supply handheld counter-drone systems to a military customer via a regional reseller.
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Canada launches CAD $92M quantum tech defence initiative

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Canada unveils new quantum tech scheme to bolster defence, keep top firms at home and turn early research gains into strategic clout.
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digiLab launches theLab to develop safe UK AI systems

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Exeter’s digiLab launches theLab, a research hub to build uncertainty-aware, trustworthy AI for critical UK sectors from energy to defence.
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Six UK cyber startups join drive to shield key services

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Six UK cyber startups join a new state-backed scheme to defend critical infrastructure as severe attacks on key services jump 50% in a year.
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ATEN unveils secure KVM switches with 5K video for defence use

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ATEN launches NIAP-certified secure KVM switches featuring 5K video, designed for defence and high-security sectors handling classified networks.
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Fujitsu appoints Kendy Hau to lead Defence for Oceania region

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Fujitsu has appointed Kendy Hau as Head of Defence for Oceania, bolstering its leadership in advanced technology for Australia’s Defence and national security sectors.
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Australia’s AI plan criticised for business focus over safety & rights

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Electronic Frontiers Australia criticises the National AI Plan for favouring business interests over public safety, digital rights and calls for stronger EU-style law.
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Redirecting defence spending to local firms could boost GDP by AUD $8.2 billion

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Redirecting 10% of domestic Defence contracts to Australian firms could boost GDP by AUD $8.2 billion and create over 43,000 jobs annually, says DeltaPearl Partners.
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Cyber leaders fear rise in state attacks amid costly breaches

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A survey reveals 88% of UK and US security leaders fear rising state-sponsored cyber attacks amid costly data breaches and operational risks.
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Kinetic IT appoints Jacqui Adams to lead digital transformation drive

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Kinetic IT has appointed Jacqui Adams to lead its digital transformation, enhancing national tech services and delivery models across Australia.
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New Zealand urged to boost cyber security as threats diversify

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New Zealand organisations face growing cyber threats from state actors and criminals, urged to strengthen defences as attacks target all sizes and sectors.
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Gallagher wins supreme honours as export growth tops 32 percent

Mon, 1st Dec 2025
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Gallagher wins Supreme Award at NZ International Business Awards, boasting 32% export growth and aiming for NZD $1 billion global revenue soon.
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Explained: Trump signs order for national AI platform

Mon, 1st Dec 2025
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President Donald Trump signed an order launching the Genesis Mission, a national AI platform uniting US supercomputers and data to boost innovation and leadership.