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UWA and HCLTech to launch global AI and cybersecurity micro-credentials, with India at the centre

By co-designing the curriculum, UWA and HCLTech say they want to ensure learners are not only certified but also job-ready.

AFP’s ClickFit campaign urges Aussies to think before they click

“Just like drivers learn to spot hazards on the road, we want online users to recognise the warning signs of cybercrime.”

‘Protect your heart and wallet’: Thousands of Australians targeted by romance scammers

The deception was sophisticated, with scammers steering conversations away from dating apps to encrypted messaging platforms—making it harder for them to be reported and removed.

Australia India Institute secures grant to boost submarine cable resilience

The initiative will produce policy-focused publications and culminate in a "1.5 Track Dialogue" in Perth in 2025.

Vishwanath Nair and Chirag Joshi recognised among Australia’s top cybersecurity leaders

The CIO50/CSO30 awards recognise transformation and innovation, driven by 50 CIOs and 30 CSOs from across Australia's diverse industries.

The Australian government has introduced new cyber security laws. Here’s what you need to know

The legislation, if passed, will be Australia’s first standalone cyber security act. It’s aimed at protecting businesses and consumers from the rising tide of cyber crime.

Groundbreaking cyber traineeship program to nurture neurodivergent talent launched

Participants, aged between 19 and 41, have diverse educational backgrounds ranging from high school graduates to those pursuing tertiary education.

Urgent warning to Australians as surge in cybercriminal activity targets online users with malicious malware

These sophisticated malware variants can secretly take over a victim's device, enabling hackers to conduct surveillance and extract sensitive information without the user’s knowledge.

Chinese criminal gang allegedly accused of laundering $39 million in illicit cash

The accused syndicate members from Box Hill, Doncaster East and Chinese national, have been charged with one count each of dealing with money or property.

Australian first re_B00TCMP inspires next generation of cyber champions

The program featured interactive cyber challenges, industry expert sessions, and discussions on career pathways.

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Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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