Federal Government stories
Concentric AI brings Private Scan Manager to Azure
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Concentric AI launches Private Scan Manager on Azure, letting regulated sectors keep sensitive data in private cloud while using SaaS tools.
Horizon3.ai hires Andres Botero to drive global push
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Horizon3.ai names veteran marketer Andres Botero CMO to spearhead global expansion after a USD $100 million funding boost.
AI set to transform cyber defence strategies in 2026
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AI is set to redefine cyber defence in 2026, forcing UK boards and public bodies to swap reactive security for automated, collective resilience.
Cybersecurity Act drives surge in reporting as attacks rise
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Australia’s Cybersecurity Act drives a surge in breach reporting as attacks soar, exposing rising business losses and tougher penalties.
Explainer: Australia's public sector AI opportunity
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Australia’s vast public sector is turning to AI to boost efficiency, cut costs and improve services, while navigating strict ethical safeguards.
AI tops CEO earnings calls as bubble fears intensify
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AI dominates CEO earnings calls for the first time, as leaders pair record investment pledges with mounting warnings of an AI market bubble.
SandboxAQ wins FedRAMP Ready for AQtive Guard
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SandboxAQ’s AQtive Guard wins FedRAMP Ready status, opening a clearer path into US federal AI and quantum cybersecurity projects.
Canada partners with Coveo to modernise AI public services
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Canada signs MOU with Coveo to power digital public services, boost productivity and assert greater control over its data and systems.
National AI plan to turbocharge Australia’s AI uptake
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Australia’s National AI plan is set to ignite a 2026 surge in AI adoption, data centre build-outs and subscription-led tech investment.
Can we trust AI? Australia’s industrial sector offers the blueprint
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Amid growing mistrust in consumer chatbots, Australia’s industrial AI quietly proves that data integrity and transparency can earn real trust.
Atturra, Comtrac partner on AI-driven investigation tools
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Atturra teams with Comtrac to roll out AI-powered investigation tools for Australian law enforcement and regulators via a single service channel.
ChatGPT tops Apple’s 2025 app & game charts in Australia
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ChatGPT has swept Apple’s 2025 app charts in Australia, topping both free iPhone and iPad download lists as AI tools surge in popularity.
How agility & energy will shape Australia’s AI in 2026
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In 2026, agile AI, sovereign data, subscriptions and energy efficiency will redefine how ANZ businesses grow, compete and stay resilient.
Anker SOLIX X1 targets Australia’s coastal battery boom
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Anker pushes into Australia’s home battery scene with its SOLIX X1, targeting coastal solar homes and winning early government backing.
V2 AI appoints Ian Nguyen as Partner to lead secure AI
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V2 AI names cyber specialist Ian Nguyen as Partner to lead secure AI strategy amid rising demand from regulated industries across Asia Pacific.
ServiceNow to invest CAD $110 million in Canadian AI
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ServiceNow to pour CAD $110 million into Canadian AI, building local infrastructure, a Centre of Excellence and 100 skilled jobs.
GovHack awards celebrate open data innovation in 2025
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GovHack’s 2025 Red Carpet Awards in Sydney spotlighted innovative open data projects driving public benefit across Australia and New Zealand.
SAP opens Canberra Centre of Excellence to boost public sector AI
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SAP opens a Centre of Excellence in Canberra to aid Australian public sector AI adoption, hiring 20 specialists by mid-2026 to boost digital transformation.
Redirecting defence spending to local firms could boost GDP by AUD $8.2 billion
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Redirecting 10% of domestic Defence contracts to Australian firms could boost GDP by AUD $8.2 billion and create over 43,000 jobs annually, says DeltaPearl Partners.
Macquarie Data Centres advances AUD $350m Sydney AI facility
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Macquarie Data Centres has completed the structural phase of its AUD $350m IC3 Super West AI data centre in Sydney, opening in Q3 2026 with 47MW capacity.