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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Overreach in fight against cyber crime must be avoided, says Law Council of Australia

The newly warranted federal powers to investigate cyber-enabled crime “covertly” must be “carefully scrutinised”, the Law Council of Australia has urged, to ensure that ...

SECURITY • Thu, 20 Feb 2025

Inside the Ghost ransomware gang – everything you need to know

US agencies have released an advisory outlining the tactics, techniques, and procedures of a highly active Chinese ransomware group.

SECURITY • Thu, 20 Feb 2025

Anduril’s new recruitment campaign looks like a hack, but it isn't

It looked like the defence technology firm’s X account had been hacked, but instead, it’s all part of a new recruitment drive called “Don’t work at Anduril”.

CULTURE • Wed, 19 Feb 2025

Cracked versions of video games caught spreading malicious crypto miner

Torrented versions of games such as Garry’s Mod, Dyson Sphere Program, and Universe Sandbox have been employed in a global malware campaign.

CULTURE • Wed, 19 Feb 2025

RMIT to offer free IT degrees to women and gender-diverse individuals for the second year running

The Australian federal government continues to support RMIT’s program, offering a free Diploma of Information Technology for students already working in Victoria.

TECH • Wed, 19 Feb 2025

Genetec completes Australian government IRAP assessment

The company has been cleared to work closely with government agencies and critical infrastructure entities.

GOVERNMENT • Tue, 18 Feb 2025

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Tasmania announces new 4-year cyber security strategy

A “safe, trusted and resilient digital future” is at the heart of the island state’s Tasmanian government Cyber Security Strategy 2024–28.

GOVERNMENT • Tue, 18 Feb 2025

Cyber, technology and security director joins impressive speaker line-up at Australian Cyber Summit 2025

James Corera, director for cyber, technology and security at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI), will share strategies for combating evolving cyber threats ...

SECURITY • Tue, 18 Feb 2025

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Cross-border GenAI issues to be at the root of 40% of AI data breaches by 2027

GenAI adoption has outpaced security and governance measures, with improper use of AI platforms across borders a key concern.