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OpenAI launches Daybreak for frontline defenders

A USD $1 billion push will widen subsidised access to AI cyber tools for utilities, local governments and banks with thin security teams.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Cloud Security

Dragos tops Forrester OT security strategy ranking

Forrester said perimeter-only defences no longer suffice as industrial networks become more tightly tied to enterprise IT and cloud services.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Data Protection

Gigamon names Grant Yacomeni as chief security officer

The hire signals rising pressure on security teams as AI expands attack surfaces across hybrid cloud systems and customer data flows.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Cloud Security

Fujitsu launches cyber defence strategy after AI attacks

AI-enabled attacks have surged 89% year on year, prompting Fujitsu to shift customers towards continuous cyber resilience and faster threat response.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Ransomware

Claroty named leader & customer favourite by Forrester

Forrester's top ranking comes as industrial operators face rising ransomware and espionage threats across connected critical infrastructure.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • 3 days ago

DataCentre infrastructure

Managing energy, water constraints critical to Australia's AI ambitions

Policy should focus on technology inside new data centres, as an expert says smarter regulation could curb power and water strain while supporting AI growth.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • 5 days ago

IoT Security

Axis launches 360-degree radar for large-site security

Security teams at large sites may need fewer sensors as the new unit covers 40,000 square metres and detects people up to 140 metres away.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 5 days ago

Security Operations Centres

Axis launches radar for 40,000 sq m site monitoring

The system aims to cut false alarms and manual checks for operators guarding large, exposed sites in poor light or bad weather.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 5 days ago

Data Protection

Collective cyber defence will be won or lost in how we act together

Boards and regulators are being urged to prove critical services can hold up as frontier AI speeds attacks and shortens response times.

By Nicole Henry • 5 min read • 5 days ago

Ransomware

CISA warns of persistent software flaws in exploits

Known exploited flaws are still being driven by decades-old coding mistakes, leaving critical infrastructure exposed to faster-rising ransomware risk.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 6 min read • 5 days ago

Software-as-a-Service

Airrived launches sovereign AI platform for governments

Governments and regulated firms can now keep agentic AI on their own systems, reducing cloud dependence and tighter data controls.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 5 days ago

Digital Transformation

Why identity convergence matters for data centre security

Rising breach costs and tighter rules are pushing data centre operators to unify physical and digital access, closing gaps in oversight.

By Prabhuraj Patil • 5 min read • 5 days ago

Smart Cities

Singapore safety show launches smart cities initiative

The programme targets buyers seeking integrated urban systems as Asia's cities race to link safety, data and emergency response.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 5 days ago

Stories from Other Regions

Critical Infrastructure stories

Data centers

Vertiv to buy UtilityInnovation Group for USD $1.45bn

The deal could help data centre builders secure power faster as grid delays and AI demand push more projects towards onsite generation.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Cloud Security

Canberra cyber awards honour women & inclusion efforts

Skills shortages in Canberra's cyber sector are being tackled through awards for women, mentors and employers boosting inclusion.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Cybersecurity

UK battery storage faces major cyberattack risk, study

A single attack on UK battery storage could trigger a nationwide outage and cost up to GBP £10 billion, Centrii's analysis warns.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • 4 days ago

Biometrics

PMT Security opens Auckland office as NZ push grows

The Australian security integrator is deepening its New Zealand push with local hiring after securing a major national retailer rollout and other work.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 5 days ago

Data Protection