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Australia’s domain name administrator splashes cash to transition to quantum-safe DNS and scam prevention and support.
.au Domain Administration Limited, better known as auDA, has announced the award of more than $2.5 million in grants to two Australian universities to boost the security of the Domain Name System and provide greater scam protection and support to the community.
Deakin University, in partnership with QuintessenceLabs and CSIRO-Data61, will receive $1.047 million to stand up a research project looking into working towards a quantum-safe DNS.
Similarly, Monash University, alongside its partners the National Anti-Scam Centre, Westpac, QUT, Brain Injury Matters and disability consumers, will receive a grant of $1.5 million to develop strategies to prevent scams and to support the victims of scammers. This research will have a particular focus on assisting people with cognitive disabilities such as dementia and brain injuries.
“auDA’s Research and Development Program focuses on making a positive impact for internet users by strengthening the DNS and digital inclusion, and supporting internet governance,” auDA Chair, Alan Cameron AO, said in a statement.
“auDA is pleased to support Deakin, Monash and their research partners to boost the security of the DNS, and help protect vulnerable Australians affected by cyber-scams.”
Monash University Chief Investigator, Dr Kate Gould, said that while ”Scams have significant financial, emotional and social impacts on Australians,” some cohorts are more vulnerable than others.
“Anyone can be scammed, but people with cognitive disabilities are particularly vulnerable. Funding from auDA will enable leading research to enhance Australia's prevention, disruption and response to scams, ensuring safer internet participation.”
auDA’s R&D Program announced its inaugural grant round in August 2024, and is part of the administrator’s Public Benefit Program.
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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