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Gender pay gap should be a social & economic priority, says WGEA

Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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Two Australian government science agencies and two universities join national initiative to improve gender equity in research organizations.
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Microsoft to deliver Azure from two Canberra data centres

Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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Microsoft will be the only major cloud provider in Aus to deliver hyperscale cloud services to handle Unclassified and Protected government data.
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Australian blockchain sector makes inroads with formation of Parliamentary Friendship group

Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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The ADCA called for close co-operation between government, regulators and industry in advancing the adoption of blockchain in Australia.
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Australian cybersecurity experts now worth a premium as skills shortage bites

Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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Hays, an employment and recruiting firm, has confirmed statistics showing a cyber skills shortage in Australia.
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You're invited to be a part of THE IT event of 2017!

Wed, 5th Jul 2017
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The Australian CIO Summit is the premium forum bringing together leading IT professionals with the most renowned solution providers.
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Australia - world leaders in FinTech adoption, ahead of U.S & Hong Kong

Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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Australia is leading the way in FinTech market penetration, ahead of Hong Kong, Singapore and the US, according to a report by FinTech Australia.
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Singapore & Australia forge partnership to tackle cybersecurity issues

Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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Singapore and Australia sign MOU to strengthen cybersecurity cooperation, including information sharing and joint exercises.
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Start-ups, FinTech & broadband: Tech features of the Australian Budget 2016-17

Thu, 11th May 2017
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Aussie Budget '16-'17 boosts tech prowess with FinTech sandbox, tax relief for start-ups, and broadband plans, fuelling a digital economy renaissance.
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MessageXchange: Australian Govt. sends first ever e-invoice

Wed, 3rd May 2017
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The new Australian eInvoicing standard has been created through a collaboration between Government and Industry, led by the Digital Business Council.
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What do the 457 Visa changes mean for the Australian IT sector?

Fri, 21st Apr 2017
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Aus IT sector grapples with 457 visa shake-up, leaving businesses and foreign workers uncertain of their future.
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Why a VPN is essential in Australia after the Metadata Retention Law

Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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As Australia enforces metadata retention, VPNs become crucial to safeguard privacy from government surveillance, making Get a VPN Day more relevant than ever.
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Fake myGov email & SMS scam asks for pics of passports, driver licences

Tue, 18th Apr 2017
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Security watchdog Stay Safe Online has issued a critical alert to Australians, warning them of a fake email and SMS scam purporting to be from myGov.
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MailGuard takes different approach to security awareness by launching 'how to' guide

Tue, 28th Mar 2017
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MailGuard has taken a different approach to cybercrime awareness with the launch of a new book to help leaders understand the problem.
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Angus Taylor: Current Govt investing more in tech sector than ever before

Wed, 22nd Mar 2017
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Angus Taylor, Australia's Assistant Minister to the PM, discusses the government's digital transformation initiatives.
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MyNetFone calls on Aussie govt as telcos refuse virtual mob numbers

Mon, 20th Mar 2017
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MyNetFone calls on Australian government to introduce virtual mobile numbers to help secure online identities.
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How Australia's Essential Eight sets the standard for data protection & breach notification

Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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Globally, more and more jurisdictions are releasing mandates that will have a substantial impact on companies regarding breach notification.
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Cybercrime is the 'new normal' and organisations must adapt, says RSM Australia

Mon, 27th Feb 2017
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RSM Australia warns that cybercrime is now 'business as usual' for firms, reinforcing the need to fortify digital defences.
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Weekly AU security roundup: The Government, Mimecast, Acronis, ESET and CompTIA

Fri, 24th Feb 2017
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Australia touts cybersecurity leadership, while players like Mimecast and Acronis spotlight key sector challenges and advances.
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Govt showcases Australia's cybersecurity strengths to the world

Tue, 21st Feb 2017
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It's all hands on deck for the Australian cybersecurity sector, according to the Trade and Investment Commission.
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Aus Gov gets serious about late payments, launches national inquiry

Mon, 21st Nov 2016
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The Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell, has launched an inquiry into the late payment of small businesses.