Quantum risk to digital communications by CISA Quantum Risk to Digital Communications Nation-states and private companies are actively pursuing the capabilities of quantum computers. Quantum computing opens exciting new possibilities; however, the consequences of this new technology include threats to the current cryptographic standards. These standards ensure data confidentiality and…
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The ‘distributed’ nature of DDoS refers to the fact that they emanate from different locations The word Meris (Latvian for plague) will make any cybersecurity expert sit up. Staying true to its name, Meris has wreaked havoc by targeting thousands of computers worldwide since last year. The scale and sophistication…
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Cybersecurity has been thrust to the forefront of minds of business and technology leaders Info-Tech Research Group, one of the top global information technology research and advisory firms, has published its annual trends report on the upcoming priorities security leaders need to plan for. Info-Tech’s Security Priorities 2022 report combines insights from…
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One in three companies will digitally transform in the next 12 months. Companies in Singapore are the most likely in the Asia Pacific to use data analytics and visualisation, cybersecurity and robotic process automation (RPA) in the next 12 months, according to a survey by global professional accounting body CPA Australia. Singapore-based businesses are…
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Bendigo and Adelaide Bank full year 2022 financial result Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited (ASX:BEN), Australia’s better big bank, today announced its results for the full year ending 30 June 2022. Statutory net profit after tax:$US488.1 million, down 6.9 per cent Cash earnings after tax:$US500.4 million, up 9.4 per cent…
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President of the Law Society of Singapore, Adrian Tan discusses the risks that come with digitising a nation In its aspirations to become a Smart Nation, Singapore wants to better harness technology for growth, prosperity, and human flourishing. However, greater digitalisation also comes with greater risks. Two recent incidents underscore…
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The most prolific malware users are cyber criminals This advisory provides details on the top malware strains observed in 2021. Malware, short for “malicious software,” can compromise a system by performing an unauthorized function or process. Malicious cyber actors often use malware to covertly compromise and then gain access to…
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The renewed partnership will maximise the value of Microsoft solutions Microsoft has extended its partnership with the NSW Government for a further five years to support the unique needs of agencies during their digital transformation journeys. The renewed agreement supports 25 agencies and almost 400,000 users across the Health, Transport,…
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Financial institutions’ country-specific challenges in Asia/Pacific Banks worldwide are expected to spend an additional $US31 billion on AI embedded in existing systems by 2025. Similarly, in a recent IDC survey of banking executives worldwide, fraud management featured strongly as a priority. “In the process of coming up with digital products…
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The regions-focused NSW Government agency helps farmers, landholders and the wider community When it comes to business planning and reporting, organisations need to be able to show what they’ve delivered and clearly articulate their strategic direction. Achieving this requires ready access to reliable data, and the ability to drill down…
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