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Windows ransomware gang moves earnings, others slam US after REvil takedown
23 October 2021 in SecurityA number of Windows ransomware gangs have reacted to the reported takedown of the REvil gang, with one of them,…
Aussie Broadband 1Q FY22 update, continuing to steam ahead despite NBN CVC challenges
22 October 2021 in Telecoms & NBNAussie Broadband provided a trading update for the quarter ending 30 September 2021. Overall active broadband connections increased by 44,932…
Windows REvil ransomware gang taken down by US spies and allies: claim
22 October 2021 in SecurityThe REvil ransomware group was taken offline by intelligence agencies and law enforcement from the US and a number of…
Senate panel recommendations on digital currencies welcomed
21 October 2021 in Government Tech PolicyThe chief executive of a cryptocurrency marketplace has welcomed the recommendations of a Senate inquiry into taxation, licensing and regulations…
The return of digitally-signed rootkits
21 October 2021 in SecurityBitdefender has released findings on a newly discovered rootkit called FiveSys with a Microsoft-issued digital signature.
IBM to buy Adobe Workfront Consulting unit from Rego
21 October 2021 in StrategyIBM is to acquire the Adobe Workfront consulting unit and assets from Rego Consulting Corp. in a move the tech…
Trend Micro: SOC workers are suffering burn-out
21 October 2021 in SecurityA world-wide survey of over 2300 security decision-makers has found workers are over-worked and stressed.
ABC iview user data collected through Google Analytics stored in the US
21 October 2021 in Open SauceAny data collected by the ABC through the use of the Google Analytics 360 Suite for its iview service is…
Alibaba Cloud announces own silicon for use in data centres
21 October 2021 in CloudAlibaba Cloud, a major unit of the Alibaba Group, has announced an in-house processor design for use in its data…
ABC refuses request to rethink iview data-sharing decision
21 October 2021 in StrategyAn internal review by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation of its decision to reject a Freedom of Information request from a…
Announcements from Splunk at .conf21
20 October 2021 in DataAmongst other announcements, Splunk said it will support redaction of certain data on ingress to the data store.
Govt snubs tech industry, re-introduces cut-down emergency powers bill
20 October 2021 in Technology RegulationIn what is a snub to the technology industry at large, the Coalition Government has re-introduced the Security Legislation Amendment…
Commonwealth Bank launches new ‘Smart’ payment terminal
20 October 2021 in Business SoftwareThe Commonwealth Bank has launched its new payment terminal ‘Smart’ which it says integrates the latest technology and customisable features…
Telstra records 3.6Gbps download speeds and 140Mbps upload speeds on its mmWave 5G network using the new Pixel 6 Pro
20 October 2021 in Telecoms & NBNAt a 5G mmWave site in Telstra's George St store, Telstra's head of Technology Discovery and Validation, Paul Milford, has…
Macquarie Health's core IT infrastructure back online after ransomware attack
20 October 2021 in SecuritySydney-based Macquarie Health Corporation has started to bring its core IT infrastructure back online, following a "cyber incident" — a Windows…
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May the force be with and totally protect your iPhone 13, mini, Pro and Pro Max
22 October 2021 in Home TechForce Technology International represents the very best protective brands for today's top smartphones, with those brands being EFM, OtterBox, LifeProof,…
LAUNCH VIDEO: Nanoleaf launches the ultra-modern lined LED Light Bars
22 October 2021 in EntertainmentThe first-ever modular lighting beam with backlit illumination has arrived via Nanoleaf, the smart lightning innovations company that has now…
Twelve South's picture perfect PowerPic Mod - an ingenious new wireless charging solution
22 October 2021 in Home TechTwelve South is to Apple accessories what Apple is to computing - a designer, creator and manufacturer of ultra-premium devices,…
Right on cue, Samsung's Neo QLED 8K displays for business have arrived in Australia
22 October 2021 in Business ITOK, so 8K is the new normal for business displays, providing incredible sharpness and visual quality, with Samsung's new Neo…
Digitally mature businesses in Australia expanding digital infrastructure 4x faster than pre-pandemic levels
22 October 2021 in CloudSydney and Melbourne forecast to grow interconnection bandwidth at 43% and 50% CAGR supporting accelerating enterprise access requirements to cloud…
Opensignal examines Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone on 5G and mobile experience
22 October 2021 in Business TelecommunicationsTelecommunications company Telstra takes the top spot for its 5G upload speed while Optus ranks first for its download speed,…
Green Light joins DISP to beef its security clearing offering
22 October 2021 in SecurityIT services company Green Light has joined the Defence Industry Security Program.
O'Sullivan, Macdonald join SiteMinder board
22 October 2021 in People MovesHotel commerce platform operator SiteMinder has appointed Pat O'Sullivan and Jennifer (Jenny) Macdonald as independent, non-executive directors.
OpenText updates its Content Cloud for the distributed workforce
22 October 2021 in Business ITCOMPANY NEWS: Software company OpenText releases an update to the OpenText Content Cloud as part of the Cloud Editions 21.4…
Safewill raises $3 million to digitise end-of-life planning
22 October 2021 in DealsOnline end of life planning platform Safewill has secured a $3 million Series A funding from Westpac’s Reinventure fund.
Radware launches new capabilities to mitigate encrypted DDoS attacks without compromising business needs
22 October 2021 in SecurityCOMPANY NEWS: Radware today launched new encrypted protection capabilities as part of its DDoS protection solution.
US firms allowed to ship goods worth US$103b to Huawei, SMIC
22 October 2021 in Technology RegulationThe existence of sanctions did not prevent US suppliers from obtaining licences from the Commerce Department to ship billions of…
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Review: OPPO A94 5G is the big brother of budget 5G phones
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Sit straight with the CZUR Mirror AI posture checker
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The Razer Barracuda X headset games wherever you do
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Review: vivo Y52 5G joins the mob jostling for sales in Australia
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vivo's Y52 5G is a worthy addition to the ever-increasing range of low-budget smartphones that include the new… -
The Cyber Acoustics HS-2000 headset is the no-fuss work-all-day business headset
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The Corsair Virtuoso RGB wireless XT is the gaming headset that gives and gives
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Corsair's reputation for quality PC components continues with its brand new Virtuoso RGB wireless XT headset, delivering high-fidelity… -
Ian Fleming to debut in an upcoming adventure game
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Put your best face forward with the Poly P15 video bar
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One thing that doesn't end with a pandemic is meetings ... meetings, meetings. Poly’s P15 video bar helps… -
The stylish Huawei GT 2 Pro smartwatch helps you live your best life
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The Tranya T10B earbuds now enhanced with low-latency gaming and switchable audio modes
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Epos Expand Vision 3T turns any screen into a Teams conference room
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New Withings ScanWatch Rose Gold keeps you healthy while looking good
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French health-tech manufacturer Withings continues to impress with its range of clinically validated smart devices that track your… -
Uncommitted network changes are a thing of the past with SolarWinds NCM
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The Lavazza Deséa coffee machine is your delicious caffeine route to software success
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It’s been said programmers are machines that turn caffeine into code. So, for the best software it stands… -
Review: OPPO A74 offers 5G at a price which will not break the bank
By Sam Varghesein Smartphones & Mobile devices
The OPPO A74 5G is another low-budget device that has entered the market recently, and one that could…
Opinion
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DTA not saying if firms certified as cloud hosts have compliance issues
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
The Digital Transformation Agency, now vested with the responsibility for certifying cloud companies that can host government data,… -
ABC iview user data collected through Google Analytics stored in the US
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
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ASPI's Jennings beats the war drums again; maybe budgets are strained?
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
It looks like the defence industry lobby group, the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, is running low on funds.… -
Ransomware? No fear, Scott Morrison has a plan. An action plan
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Scott Morrison wants to get re-elected. Nothing wrong with that aspiration; which man who earns more than half-a-million… -
Fake news: News Corp claims Huawei pulling out of Australia
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Govt stance on China not reflected in cloud hosting as AWS gets tick
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Despite all the brouhaha over the alleged threat posed by China, the Federal Government does not seem overly… -
Q+A spreads misinformation – while discussing how to stop it
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
The ABC's weekly talkfest Q+A often provides much fodder for a good laugh as it is mostly filled… -
Melbourne earns a dubious distinction: most locked down city under COVID
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Melbourne, Australia's second biggest city and one that has often earned the title of being the globe's most… -
Facebook again shows govt who is the boss in news content deals
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
Facebook has once again shown the Australian Government that it cares little about any edicts Canberra may have…
Telecommunications
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Optus has seen 4.5Gbps 5G mmWave speeds in its initial testing, and is calling its version 'Optus 5G Max'
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If you want to experience 5G at maximum speeds, you'll need to do so using a smartphone capable… -
Opensignal examines Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone on 5G and mobile experience
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Telstra records 3.6Gbps download speeds and 140Mbps upload speeds on its mmWave 5G network using the new Pixel 6 Pro
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At a 5G mmWave site in Telstra's George St store, Telstra's head of Technology Discovery and Validation, Paul… -
Aussie Broadband 1Q FY22 update, continuing to steam ahead despite NBN CVC challenges
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Aussie Broadband provided a trading update for the quarter ending 30 September 2021. Overall active broadband connections increased… -
More Telecom rebranded as More, makes move into premium consumer telco market
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Australian Telco, More, today unveiled a consumer facing re-brand to align with its increased focus beyond the company’s… -
ADTRAN delivers breakthrough next-gen 60GHz mmWave mesh solution
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ADTRAN a provider of next-generation multi-gigabit fibre access and fibre extension solutions, announced its 60GHz mmWave mesh wireless… -
Motorola Solutions hauls in seven Good Design Australia Awards
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Australian tech start-up Harvest Technology Group signs global deal with Speedcast
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AVer’s FONE540 Speakerphone earns Zoom certification badge
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AVer a provider of education technology and video collaboration solutions, announced that its FONE540 Speakerphone received official certification…
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How a Google search could end up endangering a life
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A Google search summary of measures to be carried out after a seizure left out the words "do… -
Microsoft finally takes down malware from OneDrive, O365 platforms
By Sam Varghesein Security
Software behemoth Microsoft appears to have finally reacted to the goading of British security expert Kevin Beaumont over… -
Cyber security experts say Australia ransomware action plan falls short
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The Federal Government has released its ransomware action plan, but cyber security experts Claroty and Varonis say it… -
New Honor flagship to use Google apps for international models
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Google launches Pixel 6 and flagship Pixel 6 Pro with custom Tensor chip, stunning features and a huge challenge to competitors
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The newest MUST WATCH keynote has arrived, this time from Google, showcasing its premium Pixel 6 smartphone and… -
Acronis Cyber Readiness Report 2021 shows false sense of security, record-high attacks, critical security gaps and more
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The annual cybersecurity report from Acronis has arrived, showing companies, IT managers, remote workers and more seriously struggling… -
Aruba announces world-first distributed services switch
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Windows REvil ransomware gang taken down by US spies and allies: claim
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The REvil ransomware group was taken offline by intelligence agencies and law enforcement from the US and a… -
Apple unleashes its latest MUST WATCH keynote featuring new MacBook Pros, two new M1 processors, AirPods, HomePod minis, macOS 12 coming October 26 and more
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With the M1 Pro offering breathtaking performance that builds upon the incredible M1 launched in November 2020, and… -
ASPI's Jennings beats the war drums again; maybe budgets are strained?
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It looks like the defence industry lobby group, the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, is running low on funds.…
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Multiple threat actors using OneDrive in campaigns: infosec expert
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Information security expert Kevin Beaumont has continued highlighting the way in which Microsoft hosts ransomware on its own… -
Opensignal examines Telstra, Optus, and Vodafone on 5G and mobile experience
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Telecommunications company Telstra takes the top spot for its 5G upload speed while Optus ranks first for its…
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Comments
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Re: iTWire - ABC refuses request to rethink iview data sharing decision
I guess we can safely assume they're mining and selling our personal data to others.It's your ABC, but not your[…]
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Re: iTWire - Review: OPPO A94 5G is the big brother of budget 5G phones
I agree. Not much new in these devices these days, but there is a big market out there for the[…]
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Re: iTWire - Review: OPPO A94 5G is the big brother of budget 5G phones
Copying Samsung, which also has a A3x, A5x, A7x, A9x line up at similar price points.
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Re: iTWire - Fake news: News Corp claims Huawei pulling out of Australia
Has Jennifer put the Dud in Dudley-Nicholson?
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Re: iTWire - Q+A spreads misinformation – while discussing how to stop it
The problem lies with so-called pundits who are trying to push a particular line and do not bother to verify[…]
