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Microsoft sets 2033 deadline for post-quantum security rollout

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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Microsoft aims to complete its quantum-safe security rollout by 2033, integrating post-quantum cryptography across Windows, Azure and Microsoft 365 to counter future threats.
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Borderless CS unveils AUD $5,000 flat fee for cybersecurity tests

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Borderless CS launches a AUD $5,000 flat fee for end-to-end cybersecurity testing, simplifying costs for the first 50 organisations during September 2025.
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Hitachi Vantara VSP One SDS boosts Azure hybrid cloud savings

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Hitachi Vantara's VSP One SDS is now on Microsoft Azure Marketplace, promising up to 40% savings on hybrid cloud storage costs for enterprises.
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Hollard & Interactive complete large-scale data centre migration

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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Hollard Insurance and Interactive successfully completed a weekend migration of hundreds of virtual machines to a new data centre, ensuring seamless business continuity.
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Ping Identity unveils just-in-time privileged access platform

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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Ping Identity launches Just-in-time Privileged Access in its platform, enhancing cloud and on-premises security with unified access and passwordless authentication.
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TrustedTech rebrands to boost Microsoft cloud & AI services

Tue, 19th Aug 2025
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TrustedTech rebrands to focus on Microsoft cloud and AI services, driving an eleven-fold revenue increase and expanding enterprise support across UK and US markets.
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Orca Security achieves IRAP PROTECTED for Australian cloud sector

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Orca Security has achieved IRAP PROTECTED status for its cloud platform, enabling Australian public sector organisations to access enhanced cloud security capabilities.
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Chainguard launches partner programme after $356 million raise

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Chainguard launches Global Partner Program after raising $356 million, targeting secure open source software delivery with major cloud partners.
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Fortinet expands FortiCloud with new identity & storage services

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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Fortinet enhances FortiCloud with FortiIdentity, FortiDrive, and FortiConnect, boosting hybrid workforce security and collaboration for global enterprises.
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Watercare installs smart sensors for edge-powered sewer monitoring

Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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Watercare is installing 5,000 Kallipr smart sensors across Auckland to enhance real-time sewage monitoring and reduce overflows with edge-powered technology.
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Shadow AI surge heightens enterprise security risks, study finds

Wed, 6th Aug 2025
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Enterprise use of generative AI platforms has surged 50%, with shadow AI posing rising data security risks as unsanctioned apps operate beyond IT control.
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Atturra to acquire Blue Connections for AUD $18 million cash

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Atturra will acquire Blue Connections for AUD $18 million cash, boosting its managed IT services and expanding its presence in Victoria and across Australia.
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Mark Pont appointed CEO to drive ADC national growth in AI era

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Mark Pont, former Microsoft Cloud and AI executive, is appointed CEO of Australian Data Centres to lead national expansion in AI and cloud infrastructure.
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Vultr joins ACTIVATE AI ecosystem to boost global GPU access

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Vultr joins Parallel Works' ACTIVATE AI ecosystem, enhancing global access to flexible, vendor-neutral GPU resources for scalable AI deployments.
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How private LLMs are delivering real business benefits

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Private Large Language Models offer businesses secure AI tools that boost productivity and safeguard data, transforming workflows without costly system changes.
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FNZ & Microsoft unite to transform wealth management with AI

Mon, 28th Jul 2025
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FNZ and Microsoft have formed a five-year global partnership to integrate AI into wealth management, enhancing digital experiences for advisors and clients worldwide.
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Adeptia posts double-digit growth as AI data automation expands

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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Adeptia has achieved double-digit H1 revenue growth, driven by AI data automation expansion into business intelligence, manufacturing and finance sectors.
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Sinch launches Model Context Protocol to drive AI messaging

Fri, 18th Jul 2025
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Sinch launches Model Context Protocol to enable AI agents to handle compliant real-time messaging, voice, email, and verification across channels globally.
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CloudBolt & Ingram Micro expand channel access to cloud & FinOps tools

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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CloudBolt Software partners with Ingram Micro to offer cloud management and FinOps tools to MSPs and VARs, boosting hybrid and multi-cloud optimisation capabilities.
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Steve Mills steps up as Chief Operating Officer at DoiT

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Steve Mills is appointed Chief Operating Officer at DoiT, expanding his role after driving 2.5x revenue growth and a USD $5bn AWS partnership as Chief Revenue Officer.