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Amazon axes 16,000 jobs as it pushes AI and efficiency
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Amazon axes 16,000 jobs as it pushes AI and efficiency

While leaving open the possibility of further reductions.

By Greg Bensinger
 
NSW to overhaul state cyber emergency plan
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NSW to overhaul state cyber emergency plan

As fresh cyber security strategy for 2026-2028 is released.

By Juha Saarinen
 
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Malware toolkit guarantees store approval for Chrome extensions

"Stanley" malware kit-as-a-service costs up to US$6000.

By Juha Saarinen
 
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