David Hollingworth

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David Hollingworth has been writing about technology for over 20 years, and has worked for a range of print and online titles in his career. He is enjoying getting to grips with cyber security, especially when it lets him talk about Lego.

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Right to Disconnect legislation could be a challenge for the cyber security industry

New research reveals nearly half of security incidents happen outside of traditional work hours, driving an ever more stretched industry to burnout.

SECURITY • Tue, 17 Sep 2024

Claims of hacked US voter data likely misinformation, FBI warns

The FBI and CISA warn of attempts by malicious actors to “sow distrust” of the US electoral system.

SECURITY • Mon, 16 Sep 2024

Ransomware attacks against educational organisations drop, but victims are paying more

According to a new report, the education sector is paying more than ransomware operators initially demand in order to protect students and stakeholders.

SECURITY • Mon, 16 Sep 2024

Health and government sectors reported the most data breaches in first half of 2024

The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner has released its latest Notifiable Data Breaches Report – and the news is not good.

SECURITY • Mon, 16 Sep 2024

The industry speaks: Privacy Act reforms – a good thing, or not enough?

Hear what industry leaders have to say about the long-awaited updates to Australia’s Privacy Act revealed last week by the federal government.

GOVERNMENT • Sun, 15 Sep 2024

China denies hacking the Pacific Islands Forum earlier this year

According to reports by the ABC, Chinese state-backed hackers were detected in the Forum Secretariat’s network in February.

SECURITY • Fri, 13 Sep 2024

Australian government touts new Scams Prevention Framework

Draft legislation could see banks, telcos, and social media platforms fined up to $50 million for non-compliance with the anti-scam scheme.

GOVERNMENT • Fri, 13 Sep 2024

Mastercard acquires threat intelligence firm Recorded Future for US$2.6bn

The financial services giant has said the acquisition will complement the company’s current suite of security services.

SECURITY • Fri, 13 Sep 2024

Op-Ed: Australia v Musk – Musk labels Australia a fascist nation following new anti-misinformation laws

The tech giant gets to name-calling as Assistant Treasurer Stephen Jones calls the free-speech absolutist’s response “crackpot stuff”.

CULTURE • Fri, 13 Sep 2024

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David Hollingworth

Right to Disconnect legislation could be a challenge for the cyber security industry

Claims of hacked US voter data likely misinformation, FBI warns

Ransomware attacks against educational organisations drop, but victims are paying more

Health and government sectors reported the most data breaches in first half of 2024

The industry speaks: Privacy Act reforms – a good thing, or not enough?

China denies hacking the Pacific Islands Forum earlier this year

Australian government touts new Scams Prevention Framework

Mastercard acquires threat intelligence firm Recorded Future for US$2.6bn

Op-Ed: Australia v Musk – Musk labels Australia a fascist nation following new anti-misinformation laws

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