The existing global shortage of semiconductors is expected to last through this year and into the second quarter of the next, according to technology analyst firm Gartner, but normal levels of supply should resume after that.



The Covid-19 has affected how frontline professionals deal with online child sexual exploitation, a study revealed. Working from home and safety measures also overwhelmed their performance, especially among those engaged in investigations work.

ASX-listed Canberra-based cyber security firm archTIS has won a contract valued at $535,000 to expand the deployment of its Nucleus Cyber Protect product for an unnamed federal national security agency.

Zscaler's latest ransomware report says manufacturing is the industry most targeted by double-extortion ransomware.

In a bid to improve the well-being of Aussies, Withings encouarges Australians to make a lifestyle change and has introduced two devices that can monitor accurate blood pressure and can even tell an artery’s age.

The Dream Collective and Amazon Web Services have launched SheDares, an interactive learning program that empowers women and convinces them to pursue a career in the tech industry.

Citrix has appointed Martin Creighan to the role of ANZ managing director.

Email security company Proofpoint has appointed Cisco ANZ cyber security director Steve Moros to lead its Asia-Pacific advanced technology group.

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Stephen Withers, newsletter editor, iTWire


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