Australian Stories

IWD 2025: Attracting Women to Cybersecurity with a Human-Centric Approach

As International Women's Day 2025 approaches, a pressing report reveals just 17% of cybersecurity professionals in Australia are women, highlighting urgent action needed.

By Jacqueline Jayne • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025

Security industry

Optic partners with Balga TAFE to mentor future tradespeople

Optic Security Group has teamed up with Balga TAFE to mentor electrical pre-apprenticeship students, enhancing their prospects in the evolving security sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2024

Cybersecurity

Women's underrepresentation in Australian cybersecurity persists

Australia's cybersecurity sector suffers from a significant gender gap, with women holding under 25% of positions, notably fewer in leadership roles.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024

EduTech

Canon Oceania & The Smith Family charity launch partnership

Canon Oceania aligns with The Smith Family charity for a Corporate Social Responsibility partnership, offering educational aid to disadvantaged Australian children, echoing Canon's Kyosei philosophy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Jan 2024

Network Infrastructure

Western Sydney University partners with tech firms for hands-on learning

Western Sydney University undergraduate students gain real-world experience working on research and design projects, thanks to a partnership with Western Sydney International Airport and DXC Technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024

Global Stories

Private Cloud

AI reshapes professional roles, balancing risks & rewards

AI is dramatically reshaping professional services, with experts warning that while it boosts efficiency, it also risks eroding essential skills and job prospects.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025

Digital Transformation

To achieve your AI goals, you need the right team

Amidst rising interest in generative AI, a new study reveals 75% of Australian firms struggle to find skilled talent, risking their AI ambitions.

By Lumify Group • 6 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025

EduTech

Year13 launches AI Career Coach in partnership with Microsoft

Australian platform Year13 has introduced 'Career Coach', an AI initiative to assist school leavers in finding career pathways and upskilling opportunities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024

Marketing Technologies

Adobe to invest a whopping $100 million in global AI education

Adobe has launched a global initiative to equip 30 million learners with AI and digital skills by 2030, committing over USD $100 million to support the programme.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024

Cybersecurity

Australian tech firms urge adoption of #ITProDayStraya

Two Australian tech firms, Intelliworx and Crayon, advocate for #ITProDayStraya to celebrate tech professionals, addressing skill gaps and inspiring future talent.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2024

EduTech

AI 'students' join human classmates at Ferris State University

Two AI devices named Ann and Fry have enrolled at Ferris State University in Michigan, USA, to study alongside humans and push the boundaries of AI education and technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024

Cybersecurity

The who's who of NZ's government & public cybersecurity agencies

From government agencies to public initiatives, here's an inside look at who protects New Zealand's digital landscape from cyber threats.

By Sara Barker • 14 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021

Health Technologies

CompTIA launches IT workforce planning guide

The free resource, called My IT Path, is designed to provide a personalised and interactive experience for anyone learning about careers in the field.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2020

Not for profit

CompTIA launches global tech career directory for women and girls

CompTIA's Advancing Women in Technology Community has created an online resource to help women and girls find their feet in the IT industry.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Sat, 5th May 2018

Stories from Other Regions

EduTech

Kao Data begins £350m data centre project in Stockport

Kao Data has begun construction on a GBP £350 million data centre in Stockport, set to enhance Greater Manchester's digital infrastructure by 2026.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024

Financial Systems

Take2 helps parolees & ex-offenders enter tech industry

New Zealand-based Take2 empowers parolees and ex-offenders by teaching web coding and software development, securing an 88% employment success rate within six months.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024

Cybersecurity

IWD 2024: Cybersecurity leaders urge for gender diversity across the sector

Ahead of International Women's Day, industry figures highlight the importance of gender parity and diversity in cybersecurity, promoting accessible career pathways and mentorship schemes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024