More than 1,150 Australians fell victim to the so-called “Hi Mum” scam in the first seven months Scamwatch is urging the public to be wary of phone messages from a family member or friend claiming they need help, following a significant rise in “Hi Mum” scams in recent months. More…
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Enhancing protection against scams
While the SSIR has had an impact, it currently remains a voluntary system The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has been working with the Singapore Police Force, Government agencies, and Private Sector partners as part of the multi-pronged fight against scams. There is a need to build multiple layers of defence and…
Read More$US4.35 million investment for veteran-owned South Australian space company
If successful, this technology will enhance the Australian Defence Force’s The Australian Government has signed a $US4.35 million contract with veteran-owned South Australian company, Asension, to deliver a space-based tactical sensor system for use by Defence. The contract, awarded through the Defence Innovation Hub, demonstrates the Government’s commitment to collaborating…
Read MoreWA Transport modernises rail communications
Nokia selected by The Public Transport Authority of Western Australia to modernize rail communications Nokia today announced it has been selected by The Public Transport Authority of Western Australia (PTA) to design, build and maintain a next generation railway communications system over the next decade in Perth. METRONET infrastructure and public transport program is the long-term blueprint for…
Read MoreEnhancing against scams
IMDA proposes full SMS sender ID registration as part of ongoing measures The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has been working with the Singapore Police Force, Government agencies, and Private Sector partners as part of the multi-pronged fight against scams. There is a need to build multiple layers of defence…
Read MoreUS and Ukraine expand cooperation of cybersecurity
An agreement was signed to deepen cybersecurity operational collaboration The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Ukrainian State Service of Special Communications and Information Protection of Ukraine (SSSCIP) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) this week to strengthen collaboration on shared cybersecurity priorities. The MOC expands upon…
Read MoreNSW accelerates digital transformation
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,…
Read MoreBiometric devices approved for Government of India projects
Bangalore lab reduces delays and cuts costs with unique in-country USB testing Granite River Labs (GRL), a global leader in engineering services and test automation solutions for digital connectivity, is making it quicker, easier, and less expensive for IT suppliers to meet the strict requirements for Indian public sector biometrics equipment tenders. As the only…
Read MoreAmbitious modernization programs will drive Singapore defence expenditure
The defence budget of the country is expected to increase The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) is ambitiously modernizing military equipment, homeland security, and cyber security. To overcome the challenges posed by the country’s small armed forces, and limited area in which to train, the Ministry of Defence is focusing on…
Read MoreHong Kong’s LeaveSafeApp generates security concern
OGCIO declares concerns are false In response to a report conducted by an overseas cyber security company claiming that the “LeaveHomeSafe” mobile app has security flaws, the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) today (July 28) made the following solemn statement on the inaccurate report and unfair allegation.…
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