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Apple aficionados get their knickers in a knot over iPad ad
12 May 2024 in Open SauceApple lovers and users — I mean the computer company, not the fruit — are prone to occasional emotional outbursts about the…
Google patches fifth zero-day flaw in Chrome this year
11 May 2024 in SecurityGoogle has issued a patch for the fifth zero-day flaw in its Chrome browser this year, preventing attackers from executing…
Court to issue judgment on Musk-eSafety tussle over videos on 13 May
11 May 2024 in Technology RegulationAn interim order that required the social media platform X [formerly Twitter] to block access to videos of a stabbing…
HAT Distribution brings UK's CyberSmart to Australia
10 May 2024 in MarketAustralian technology distributor, HAT Distribution has announced a new strategic distribution agreement with the UK’s cyber security company CyberSmart.
TEG appoints Belinda Shaw as chief financial officer
10 May 2024 in People MovesLive entertainment, ticketing and technology soltions provider TEG, has appointed Belinda Shaw, as the Group’s chief financial officer.
91% of Aussie workers ‘confident about AI’: research
10 May 2024 in StrategyNew data from job site Indeed reveals Aussies as “overwhelmingly fearless” when it comes to the adoption of AI in…
Data of 49m Dell customers put up for sale on cyber crime forum
10 May 2024 in SecurityA member of BreachForums, a cyber crime forum, is offering customer and system information of 49 million Dell users, including…
News Corp mantra: Google good, Facebook very bad
10 May 2024 in Open SauceNews alert! Google has just renewed what News Corporation calls a "lucrative deal". Expect some unstinting praise about the search…
Australian MPs advised to carry burner phones when visiting India
10 May 2024 in StrategyMembers of Australia's parliament have been advised to carry burner phones when they visit India, Seven's The Nightly website reports.
LockBit leader's indictment confirms Boeing was among its victims
10 May 2024 in SecurityThe indictment filed against the LockBit ransomware gang leader by the US has confirmed Boeing was hit by the gang…
Google makes bid to be taken seriously as an enterprise security provider
09 May 2024 in SecurityGoogle wants to be taken seriously as a provider of security services for the enterprise. With that in mind, the…
LogicMonitor welcomes former Splunk, Datto leader Brooke Cunningham as chief marketing officer
09 May 2024 in People MovesLogicMonitor®, has announced the appointment of Brooke Cunningham as chief marketing officer. Cunningham, a seasoned marketer with over 25 years…
Small green shoots seen in global tablet market in 1Q24
09 May 2024 in MobilityGlobal tablet shipments grew by 1% year-on-year in the first three months of 2024, the technology analyst firm Canalys says,…
WikiLeaks founder's fate will be known in just 11 days
09 May 2024 in StrategyIn just 11 days, a British court will decide whether to extradite WikiLeaks founder and publisher Julian Assange to the…
The mysteries of DMARC explained in plain text
09 May 2024 in Your TechEmail is an old method of communication — yes, it's been here since 1965 with the first messages on the Arpanet…
Breaking IT News
Juniper launches Paragon Automation
10 May 2024 in Enterprise SolutionsJuniper Networks has launched its “all-new” Paragon Automation solution.
Akamai to acquire API security firm Noname for US$450m
10 May 2024 in SecurityContent delivery network and cloud provider Akamai Technologies has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire application programming interface security…
Google admits UniSuper issues caused by misconfiguration
10 May 2024 in CloudGoogle Cloud chief executive Thomas Kurian has admitted that an inadvertent misconfiguration during the provisioning of superannuation provider UniSuper's Private…
Blue Zebra Insurance embraces automation, security and innovation with Microsoft Sentinel, E5 and Fabric
09 May 2024 in SecurityCOMPANY NEWS: Blue Zebra Insurance (BZI) may be a relatively new arrival to Australia’s insurance sector, but it has quickly established…
Government begins audit of mobile coverage and capacity
09 May 2024 in MobilityThe Federal Government has begun an audit of mobile coverage and capacity in the country, with a pilot audit having…
SentinelOne Redefines Cloud Security
09 May 2024 in SecurityCOMPANY NEWS: Company launches revolutionary CNAPP with unique Offensive Security Engine that thinks like a hacker to move beyond the theoretical…
Apple unveils new iPad Pro, iPad Air models
08 May 2024 in HardwareApple has unveiled new iPad Pro and iPad Air models, with both 11-inch and 13-inch devices on offer.
Macquarie Cloud Services ranked best technology company to work for in Australia
08 May 2024 in CloudCOMPANY NEWS: Macquarie Cloud Services, part of Macquarie Technology Group, today announced it has ranked number one in the 30-99…
Lumify Work to provide training courses for VMware
08 May 2024 in EducationVMware by Broadcom has appointed training and certification provider Lumify Work as a VCF authorised education delivery partner in ANZ.
Blackpoint Cyber welcomes Manoj Srivastava as Chief Technology and Product Officer
08 May 2024 in IT PeopleCOMPANY NEWS: This appointment highlights Blackpoint Cyber’s commitment to helping MSPs protect their businesses and the clients they serve.
Nintex Taps Christian Lucarelli and Tony Thomas to Lead Global Partner and Customer Success Programs
08 May 2024 in People MovesNintex, a leader in process intelligence and automation, has promoted two seasoned internal leaders to global roles in partner and…
Rising Cloud Threats Demand Advanced Defenses: Check Point's 2024 Report Highlights Urgent Need for AI and Prevention First Security Measures
07 May 2024 in SecurityGUEST RESEARCH: Report highlights how technological advancements breed stronger cloud threats as 91% express concern over emerging risks and zero-day…
Reviews
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Dell Latitude 9450 2-in-1 Business Laptop Review (2024)
By Nick RossDell’s Latitude range is for its bona fide business laptops but the 9450 2-in-1 is a souped-up version…in Computers & peripherals
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Gigabyte G6 KF Budget Gaming Laptop Review
By Nick RossGigabyte has a history of making impressive gaming laptops at all price points, but this, 16-inch, G6 KF…in Computers & peripherals
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New Relic and Atlassian Deliver the First Observability Integration for Incidents Tab in Jira
By New RelicIntegration streamlines incident management and response; makes data from New Relic natively available within Jira Software to remediate…in Software
- The ASUS ExpertWiFi EBM68 Business Mesh System brings robust and reliable WiFi to home and office in Networking
- The SK hynix T31 is an SSD in a USB stick giving you fast, portable gaming anywhere in Computers & peripherals
Opinion
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Apple aficionados get their knickers in a knot over iPad ad
By Sam VargheseApple lovers and users — I mean the computer company, not the fruit — are prone to occasional emotional outbursts…in Open Sauce
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News Corp mantra: Google good, Facebook very bad
By Sam VargheseNews alert! Google has just renewed what News Corporation calls a "lucrative deal". Expect some unstinting praise about…in Open Sauce
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China dropped a flare near an Aussie copter in its EEZ. What's wrong with that?
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
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When will Labor level with the public about the Facebook deals?
By Sam VargheseWhen will the Federal Government start telling the public the truth about the situation it faces with Facebook,…in Open Sauce
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ASPI caught spreading misinformation about open-source software
By Sam VargheseIt's not often that you find someone writing about open source software and not bothering to make mention…in Open Sauce
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The Age's Tim Biggs has a huge conflict of interest when it comes to Samsung
By Sam VargheseIt is a mite strange to note that Tim Biggs, a writer covering consumer technology, gadgets and video…in Open Sauce
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Guardian scribe Karp punctures the encryption bubble at the NPC
By Sam VargheseIt took just one question from Paul Karp, chief political correspondent at Guardian Australia, to put the brakes…in Open Sauce
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Assange case: Albanese eagerly grabs at crumbs from Biden
By Sam Varghesein Open Sauce
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Bendigo Bank changing authentication method from token to mobile app
By Sam VargheseBendigo Bank is changing the way it offers online authentication to its customers, switching from a code generated…in Open Sauce
Telecommunications
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Optus grabs Rue to lead as new governance model introduced
By Sam VargheseSingtel Optus has announced that Stephen Rue will be moving from the position of chief executive at NBN…in Telecoms & NBN
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Stephen Rue quits as NBN chief, set to join Optus in November
By Sam VargheseStephen Rue, chief executive of the National Broadband Company, has announced he is stepping down from the post…in Telecoms & NBN
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Mind the Gap: Report Reveals Alignment Issues Between Australian Security Teams and the C-Suite are Exposing Organisations to Increased Cyber Risk
By DynatraceThe rise of AI-driven attacks and accelerated software delivery cycles makes it more difficult to protect organisations, as…in Security
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RICOH appoints Close The Loop for consumables recycling reinforcing company commitment to environmental sustainability
COMPANY NEWS: RICOH AUSTRALIA, a leading provider of smart workplace technology, today announced that it has appointed Close…in Strategy
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Nintex Taps Christian Lucarelli and Tony Thomas to Lead Global Partner and Customer Success Programs
By NintexNintex, a leader in process intelligence and automation, has promoted two seasoned internal leaders to global roles in…in People Moves
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WikiLeaks founder's fate will be known in just 11 days
By Sam VargheseIn just 11 days, a British court will decide whether to extradite WikiLeaks founder and publisher Julian Assange…in Strategy
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Google makes bid to be taken seriously as an enterprise security provider
By Sam VargheseGoogle wants to be taken seriously as a provider of security services for the enterprise. With that in…in Security
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China dropped a flare near an Aussie copter in its EEZ. What's wrong with that?
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Australian MPs advised to carry burner phones when visiting India
By Sam VargheseMembers of Australia's parliament have been advised to carry burner phones when they visit India, Seven's The Nightly website…in Strategy
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Government begins audit of mobile coverage and capacity
By Sam VargheseThe Federal Government has begun an audit of mobile coverage and capacity in the country, with a pilot…in Mobility