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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Trump administration halts funding of Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy

Shutting down America’s cyber diplomacy arm is part of a widespread pause on US foreign aid programs.

GOVERNMENT • Tue, 28 Jan 2025

AFP warns of a sharp rise in AI-generated child abuse material

The Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation says the rise was driven in part by students attempting to harass classmates.

SECURITY • Tue, 28 Jan 2025

The industry speaks: Data Privacy Day 2025

Today, 28 January, is International Data Privacy Day, and this year’s theme is “Taking Control of Your Data” – here’s some expert advice and perspectives on how to do ...

SECURITY • Mon, 27 Jan 2025

Exclusive: Clop ransomware gang lists Ampol, Linfox, and Steel Blue as victims

Clop listed dozens of victims on its darknet leak site in the last 24 hours, all allegedly part of last year’s mass exploitation of Cleo’s managed file transfer software ...

SECURITY • Sat, 25 Jan 2025

Introducing GhostGPT – the latest criminal malware creator

Hackers are taking advantage of a new, uncensored AI chatbot that “pushes the boundaries of ethical AI use”.

SECURITY • Fri, 24 Jan 2025

Dragos boss presents cyber security OT talk to World Economic Forum

Robert M. Lee addressed world leaders at Davos on operational technology complexity, cyber security regulations, and business resilience.

SECURITY • Fri, 24 Jan 2025

Skykraft unveils partners for GPS alternative

Skykraft has unveiled the list of partners it will collaborate with on its government-backed plan to create an alternative to GPS.

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION • Fri, 24 Jan 2025

Exclusive: Space Bears ransomware gang claims hack of Christian Community Aid

Hackers appear to have compromised an NSW-based not-for-profit charity providing a range of community support services.

SECURITY • Fri, 24 Jan 2025

Carlton boss resigns over compromised social media account

AFL team president Luke Sayers resigned from his role yesterday (22 January) following the posting of a “lewd image” to his X account.

CULTURE • Thu, 23 Jan 2025