Nullify secures $5.2 million for its code-scanning cybersecurity bot
Cybersecurity startup Nullify has reportedly secured $5.2 million in seed funding ahead of its public launch in June.
Faster rollout of Consumer Data Right could add 50,000 jobs to the economy
The so-called Consumer Data Right (CDR) gives Australians some control over their personal data but should be expanded beyond bank accounts and energy needs.
Bugcrowd secures $156.2 million for its crowdsourced cybersecurity platform
Crowdsourced security startup Bugcrowd has successfully secured $156.2 million in strategic growth financing at an undisclosed valuation.
How Australia’s seven-year cybersecurity plan can succeed
The Australian government has released its cybersecurity strategy which aims to make Australia one of the most cyber-secure nations in the world by 2030.
Small businesses key focus of Australia’s new $600 million ‘cyber shield’ strategy
Almost $600 million is being put towards erecting six "cyber shields" around Australian infrastructure and businesses to protect them from attacks and to secure networks.
$18.2 million for small business cybersecurity “health checks” and post-attack support
Small businesses will gain access to a new cyber security "health check" program and tailored assistance to help them recover from cyberattacks, under a new $18.2 million plan from the federal government.
Cybercrimes costing Australian small businesses $39,000 on average
Australia is a particularly big target for many syndicates and cyber criminals because it is a wealthy country with a large population of internet users.
Businesses to report cyber ransoms to federal government under new mandatory scheme
Australian businesses will be required to disclose cyber ransom attacks to the federal government, as lawmakers attempt to shield traders from digital attacks costing billions of dollars each year.
DP World cyber hack: 40% of Australia’s international freight affected
As retailers prepare for Christmas sales, DP World Australia closed its Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Fremantle port operations after detecting the breach on Friday, leaving cargo and containers stuck on the docks.
1,748 data breaches over two years, but zero fines for Australian companies
Australia's privacy commissioner Angelene Falk says the lack of fines over data breaches is part of her office's 'regulatory strategy'.
Business warned after 740% increase in employment scams
Job scams are on the rise and Australians are being warned to be wary, with losses since January this year reaching $20 million.
Julie Collins pledges to work with small business on data privacy, cyber security overhauls
The federal government will work with small businesses as they encounter significant data safety obligations for the first time, Minister for Small Business Julie Collins has reaffirmed, using a Cyber Security Awareness Month statement to remind SMEs of major changes in the digital arena.
