McGrathNicol stories

New research reveals that Australian firms now face an average ransomware payment of AUD $1.35 million, highlighting an alarming rise in cyber extortion.

SMBiT Professionals has joined Dynamic Standards International's Steering Committee to help develop the vital SMB1001 cybersecurity standard for Australia's SMB sector.

Jamie Norton, an Australian cybersecurity veteran, joins ISACA's Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term, aiming to fortify global digital trust amidst growing cyber threats.

SentinelOne celebrated its 2024 APJ Partner Award winners in Thailand, honouring regional partners' exceptional contributions in cybersecurity advancements through AI-powered solutions.

McGrathNicol has promoted Melissa Smith, Alex Morkos, and Mark Wroniak to its partnership, expanding to 55 partners. 11 directors were also promoted.

Kroll appoints Jon Rowell as Head of APAC to enhance strategy and growth initiatives from Sydney. Rowell brings 30+ years of global advisory expertise.

Advisory firm McGrathNicol has joined the Australian Insider Risk Centre of Excellence as a Founding Partner, set to contribute towards enhancing Australia’s cyber resilience.

McGrathNicol expands with five new partners, including a cybersecurity expert, bringing their total partner count to 53.

Restructuring and advisory firm McGrathNicol welcomes two new partners: Linda Smith and Michael Gray, bringing the total to 51 partners.

Australian business leaders would be willing to pay almost double what they were last year to stop an attack – $1.28 million.

McGrathNicol appoints Dr Dave Ormrod as director in their growing cyber security practice in Canberra, bringing 25 years of experience to the role.

Joss Howard, a cyber partner at advisory firm McGrathNicol, discusses how to attract more women to the cyber security industry.

Dick Smith Holdings creditors have voted to place the failed business into liquidation in a last ditch effort to recoup some of their lost money.

Dick Smith management and directors are facing questions over the failure of the business, while Anchorage executives are also in for a grilling.

Creditors of the failed Dick Smith Holdings businesses are likely to receive an earlier than anticipated update from administrators.

Courts on both side of the Tasman have approved an extension to the time frame for the second creditors meeting for Dick Smith Holdings.

Administrators for Dick Smith Holdings will front the Federal Court of Australia this week to ask for approval to delay the next meeting of creditors.

Creditors of Dick Smith's New Zealand operations have been told it's still to early to provide any details about the likely return to creditors.