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Farewell, SMS and voice authentication. We had a good run, but it’s finally coming to an end.   From 1 September 2026, Microsoft will be using passkeys as its default authentication method in Entra ID (its access management and identityContinue reading

In 2025, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner received 1,205 data breach notifications, an 8 per cent increase over 2024 and the highest annual total since the Notifiable Data Breaches scheme commenced in 2018. Health service providers were theContinue reading

In June 2026, the Australian Taxation Office released scam data that should concern any organisation heading into tax time. The ATO received 1,547 reports of ATO impersonation scams in June alone, a 12% increase from May. Because this data reliesContinue reading

Many organisations invest heavily in cyber security policies, frameworks, compliance initiatives and technology platforms. Yet despite this investment, leaders often remain uncertain whether their cyber governance is actually improving. The reason is simple. Good cyber governance is not created byContinue reading

Ever heard of the Smart Device Security Standards? A lot of Australian businesses have no idea what this law is, which is a problem because it’s been in place since March 2026. The rules cover security for smart devices andContinue reading

If you run a small or medium business in Australia, there is a piece of legislation you need to understand. It has been reshaping how businesses respond to ransomware since May 2025, and the government is now actively enforcing it.Continue reading

In 2020, most organisations prioritised rapid remote enablement. Security was often deferred in favour of continuity and productivity. Six years on, hybrid work is no longer a contingency, it is the operating model for many organisations. The question has shifted.Continue reading

While we hate to be the bearers of bad news, it’s impossible to deny that getting cyber insurance in 2026 isn’t as easy as it used to be. To get covered for a reasonable premium in 2026, you’ll need toContinue reading

Executive summary 5G in healthcare is usually considered as having devices and systems connected in a faster and more reliable manner. Emerging research suggests that it may be able to serve a broader role in the safety of patients. StudiesContinue reading

Client Profile Advivo Accountants and Advisors is a Brisbane-based accounting and advisory firm focused on delivering proactive financial and strategic business support. The Challenge Advivo’s legacy infrastructure and manual device management processes were becoming costly, inefficient, and difficult to scaleContinue reading