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Major investment firm buying HSBC in Australia caught up in Wall Street hack wave
Matched: Australia
Blackstone, the private equity firm acquiring HSBC's Australian mortgage and loan business, has been caught up in a wave of cyberattacks hitting major Wall Street firms. The incidents have affected several large financial institutions, raising concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities across the sector amid high-profile deal activity.
Australia’s use of AI is growing faster than its foundations
Matched: Australia
Australia's AI adoption and spending are increasing rapidly, but the country risks undermining its returns by neglecting foundational elements. Experts warn that gaps in data quality, governance frameworks and clear accountability structures could limit AI's effectiveness. Without addressing these underlying issues, organisations may struggle to realise the full benefits of their AI investments despite growing enthusiasm for the technology.
Updoc says a cyber incident may have exposed customer data
Matched: Australia, health
Australian telehealth provider Updoc has disclosed a cybersecurity incident that may have exposed customer personal data. The company said it became aware of the breach and is investigating whether patient information was accessed by unauthorised parties. Updoc offers 24/7 telehealth services and holds sensitive health and personal data. Affected customers have been advised to remain vigilant.
Calvary Health Care previews digital assistant for 20,000 staff and volunteers
Matched: health
Calvary Health Care is set to launch a digital assistant for its 20,000 staff and volunteers next week. The tool was recently previewed ahead of its rollout across the organisation. No further details about the assistant's specific functions or the technology powering it were provided in the preview.
Exclusive: 2019 allegedly hacks BestPriceTravel Australia
Matched: Australia
A threat actor has claimed responsibility for hacking BestPriceTravel Australia, listing the company on a dark web forum. The group, known as 2019, alleges it stole customer data from the online travel agency. The breach has not been independently verified, and it remains unclear how many customers may be affected or what type of data was compromised.
Artificial intelligence a key area of Australia’s 2026 Defence Innovation, Science and Technology Strategy
Matched: Australia
Australia has released a ten-year Defence Innovation, Science and Technology Strategy, positioning artificial intelligence as one of six priority capability areas. The blueprint aims to guide defence-related research and development investment through 2026 and beyond, reflecting growing recognition of AI's strategic importance to national security and military modernisation.
Exclusive: Alleged Top Education Group data breach could impact thousands
Matched: Australia
A hacker claims to have breached Top Education Group, the company behind Australia's National Institute of Management and Commerce, and is selling stolen student data online. The alleged breach could affect thousands of people. Personal information is reportedly available for purchase on a hacking forum, though the full scope of the incident has not yet been confirmed.
Australia hikes levy for tech giants that fail to strike local news deals
Matched: Australia
Australia will increase a levy on large technology companies that fail to reach commercial deals with local news outlets to pay for journalism. The charge will be calculated based on advertising revenue rather than total revenue, narrowing its scope. The move is designed to pressure platforms like Google and Meta into negotiating fair compensation agreements with Australian news publishers.
Exclusive: Partnered Health responds to Inc Ransom data breach claims
Matched: Australia, health
Australian GP network Partnered Health is responding to claims by cyber extortion group Inc Ransom, which alleges it stole terabytes of data from the organisation. At least 21 clinics may be affected. Partnered Health has not confirmed the breach but is investigating. Inc Ransom typically publishes stolen data if ransom demands go unmet.
Report: Nearly half of Australians experienced cyber crime in 2025
Matched: Australia
Nearly half of Australians were affected by cybercrime in 2025, though overall victimisation rates fell slightly from the previous year, according to the Australian Cybercrime Survey. Online scams continued to rise despite the broader decline. Underreporting remains a significant concern, with most incidents never flagged to authorities, limiting the ability to fully assess the scale of the problem.
ASPI launches AI and Security Program to tackle national security challenges
Matched: Australia
Australia's Strategic Policy Institute has launched an AI and Security Program to research how artificial intelligence affects national security. The program will focus on cyber threats, critical infrastructure protection, defence sector AI adoption, and international AI governance frameworks.
Australia’s eSafety Commissioner sues Telegram over terror content
Matched: Australia
Australia's eSafety Commissioner is suing Telegram after a year-long investigation found the platform failed to comply with the Online Safety Act. The regulator alleges Telegram did not adequately respond to requests for information about how it handles terrorist and violent extremist content on its platform.
Musk's X says Australia social media ban crackdown undermines international law
Matched: Australia
X has criticised Australia's proposed social media restrictions, arguing they undermine international law. The company took particular aim at the country's eSafety Commissioner, pushing back against regulatory efforts to enforce content and age-based restrictions on platforms. Australia has been pursuing stricter online safety measures, including a ban on social media for children under 16.
ANZ SMEs adopt AI widely, but trust lags, Arctic Wolf report finds
Matched: Australia
Australian and New Zealand small and midsize businesses are rapidly adopting AI, but trust in the technology remains limited, particularly for autonomous cybersecurity decision-making, according to a report by Arctic Wolf. While uptake is high, many SMEs prefer human oversight when it comes to security, reflecting broader concerns about reliability and accountability in AI-driven systems.
ASD to critical infrastructure ops: be ready to isolate systems for three months
Matched: Australia
Australia's Australian Signals Directorate has issued new technical guidance urging critical infrastructure operators to prepare for the possibility of isolating their systems for up to three months following a cyberattack. The advice targets essential services sectors and focuses on building resilience and recovery capabilities to maintain operations even when disconnected from broader networks.
Veeam appoints Philip Goldie as Vice President for Australia and New Zealand
Matched: Australia
Veeam has appointed Philip Goldie as Vice President for Australia and New Zealand. The appointment comes as the company highlights increasing enterprise focus on AI adoption and the data risks that accompany it. Goldie is expected to lead Veeam's regional strategy as demand grows for data protection and resilience solutions in the ANZ market.
DigiCert survey finds 81% of Australian organisations hit by AI security incidents or vulnerabilities
Matched: Australia
A DigiCert survey found that 81% of Australian organisations have experienced an AI-related security incident or identified AI-related vulnerabilities. The findings suggest AI security risks are already a widespread concern among Australian enterprises, highlighting the growing challenge businesses face in managing threats introduced or amplified by artificial intelligence adoption.
Australian critical infrastructure urged to tighten router security after Russian cyber warning
Matched: Australia
Australia's cyber security agency has joined international partners in warning critical infrastructure operators to strengthen the security of routers, firewalls and other network devices following alerts about Russian state-sponsored cyber threats. Operators are being urged to review configurations, apply patches and monitor for suspicious activity to reduce the risk of compromise to essential services.
ACSC warns of large-scale campaign exploiting CMS vulnerabilities in Australia
Matched: Australia
Australia's cyber security agency has warned of a large-scale campaign targeting web content management systems, with many Australian businesses already compromised. The ACSC says attackers are exploiting CMS vulnerabilities to gain access to websites and their underlying infrastructure, urging organisations to patch systems, review user accounts, and check for signs of compromise.
Telstra mobile outage disrupts services across Australia
Matched: Australia
Telstra's mobile network suffered a major outage across Australia, disrupting voice and data services for millions of customers, as well as businesses, transport operators and other organisations. The company acknowledged the issue and said it was working to restore services. It is one of the most significant disruptions to hit Australia's largest telco in recent years.