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CyberBeat #177
February 2025

FEATURE: Is Australian Digital Sovereignty at Risk?

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Government-Microsoft VSA Rockets to a Whopping $954 Million!

06 February 2025
Renewed for another year, the Australian Federal Government's volume sourcing agreement with Microsoft hits nearly 10 times its original value, reflecting growing agency demand for Microsoft 365 and Azure services.

WhatsApp Users at Risk: Major Spyware Attack Unleashed!

06 February 2025
In a shocking revelation, about 100 journalists and civil society members using the popular messaging app WhatsApp were potentially compromised by spyware, a serious violation of privacy and security orchestrated by Israeli company Paragon Solutions.

Trump Stirs the Pot: TikTok's Bidding War Could Reshape Silicon Valley!

30 January 2025
The US President instigates a potential bidding war over the popular app TikTok, suggesting that Microsoft's acquisition could be in the horizon once again after initial talks fell through.

Military Might in the Cloud: How Israel Leverages Microsoft's Tech for Warfare

30 January 2025
An investigation reveals the Israeli military's escalating use of Microsoft and OpenAI's cloud and AI services, embedding tech staff within army units, and raising ethical questions about technology's role in conflict.

Revolutionising Data Storage: First Moon-Based Data Centre Set for Lift Off!

30 January 2025
Florida-based Lonestar Data Holdings is planning to launch 'Freedom Data Centre' on the Moon, offering unparalleled security and eco-friendly operations to high-profile clients, including the state of Florida and Imagine Dragons.

AI-Powered Innovation: Commonwealth Bank of Australia Revolutionises Software Development Process.

30 January 2025
CBA is set to incorporate AI tools across its entire software development workflow, aiming to streamline system operations, foster creativity and deliver personalised solutions through an AI specialist team.

Breaking the Sound Barrier: Men Interrupt AI Voice Assistants More! Are Gender Stereotypes Reinforced Through Tech?

30 January 2025
Delve into intriguing new research from Johns Hopkins that exposes the disturbing trend of men interrupting AI voice assistants more frequently than women, showcasing how tech design may inadvertently perpetuate gender biases.

Apple Pulls Back a Step: AI News Feature Suspended Over Inaccuracy

30 January 2025
Tech titan Apple retracts a new AI feature amid criticism for its erroneous news summaries, proving that even the biggest players can fall when technology oversteps the boundaries of accuracy.

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